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Petersham Bowling Club

77 Brighton St, Petersham NSW 2049, Australia

Recommended by 51 people

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Find Petersham Bowling Club

77 Brighton St, Petersham NSW 2049, Australia

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+61 2 9569 4639
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Petersham Bowling Club

Inner West regulars head to this 130-year-old Petersham club for 25 craft taps and barefoot bowls on the open grass. No pokies in sight—just cold beer, retro wood paneling, and an easygoing crowd. At the bar, pull a pint from an ever-rotating draught list that regularly features seven dark beers. Kids tear across former pennant greens while parents share hot chips and bistro pizza under the sun. Come dusk, grab a plate of barramundi as live bands plug in inside the clubhouse.

  • 25 Craft Taps: Twenty-five rotating taps feature an adventurous beer list, including seven distinct dark beers poured at neighborhood club prices.
  • No-Pokies Legacy: Historic 130-year-old club that ditched gaming machines for family-friendly greens, retro charm, and community events.
  • Lawn Bowls & Live Gigs: Open greens welcome barefoot bowls and lawn play by day, shifting to intimate live music gigs inside at night.
  • Bistro Classics: Uncomplicated bistro plates from thin-crust pizza to pan-seared barramundi and shared baskets of hot chips.
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What's On at Petersham Bowling Club

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Why Choose Petersham Bowling Club

Discover why locals and visitors choose Petersham Bowling Club for community gatherings, craft beer, and lawn games.

  • Rotating 25-Tap Independent Craft Beers

    Offers 25 rotating craft beer taps on offer with diverse styles at approachable prices without macro contracts.

    There are 25 different flavours, with 7 dark beers, which were my favourite.

    George Fedorowicz

  • Affordable Barefoot Bowls and Club Prices

    Provides bare foot bowls at $30 an hour alongside affordable drinks and snacks for easy social gatherings.

    Bowlo prices (cheap) for decent craft beers. Huge range on tap. Bowling is $30 an hour for a group - reasonable for bare foot bowls.

    Nick Clark

  • Pokie-Free Community Gathering Space

    An authentic, grassroots community club proudly free of poker machines and gambling lounges.

    No pokies or other glitzy garbage - greenery and comfortable homely surroundings.

    Greg Marusic

  • Welcoming All-Ages Local Vibe

    A welcoming, positive local atmosphere where neighbors of all generations connect and relax.

    I love the PBC for its positive impact on the local community. No pokies, friendly environment for people of all ages

    Natalia Zurita

  • Community Greens for Family and Friends

    Open luscious lawns where kids frolic freely while families and friends unwind on weekend afternoons.

    One doesn't see much bowling from elderly citizen's in white so much as scores of local children and families frolicking on the slightly unkempt but luscious thick bindiless green here.

    Terry Nicolson

  • Laid-Back Lawn Gatherings

    A relaxed, family-friendly setting on the lawn where groups gather over drinks and shared bites.

    Also a really nice family friendly vibe up on the lawns on a Saturday afternoon so the kids were happy.

    Elise Toyer

Local craft brews, bistro favourites, and classic lawn bowls

  • Craft beer

    Was very surprised how many craft beer taps were on offer. There are 25 different flavours, with 7 dark beers, which were my favourite.

    George Fedorowicz

  • Pizza

    High quality pizzas are tasty.

    Paul Ryan

  • Bare foot bowls

    Bowling is $30 an hour for a group - reasonable for bare foot bowls.

    Nick Clark

  • Hot chips

    Great price on drinks and snacks (got a few plates of hot chips to share)

    Elise Toyer

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and community-first hospitality that set Petersham Bowling Club apart

  • Attentive Event Coordination & Dietary Catering

    A dedicated events coordinator oversees celebration logistics and accommodates complex dietary needs with customized catering.

  • Pokie-Free Community Hub & Tool Library

    A strictly poker-machine-free environment creates a genuine, relaxed space alongside community initiatives like the Inner West Tool Library.

  • Open Family Greens with Unrestricted Play

    Greens transitioned from strict pennant play let families and children frolic freely outdoors without traditional dress codes or restrictions.

  • Curated 25-Tap Craft Beer Lineup

    A dedicated 25-tap lineup serves independent craft brews, featuring unexpected specialties like 7 rotating dark beers alongside club classics.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does lawn bowling work, and what does it cost?

Barefoot lawn bowls is available in a casual setting at $30 an hour for a group, and players are welcome to enjoy drinks directly on the green without formal instructions.

What is the beer selection like?

The club pours an extensive and rotating selection of craft beers on tap—often up to 25 varieties, including a solid lineup of dark beers—at typical affordable club prices.

Is the venue suitable for kids and dogs?

Yes, the club has a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with open green space where children can run around, though parents are expected to avoid bringing kids directly up to the bar counter. Dogs are also welcome.

Does the club have poker machines?

Unlike many traditional bowling and community clubs, Petersham Bowling Club features no poker machines, keeping the clubhouse focused on community space, greenery, and live events.

What food options are available?

The bistro serves a straightforward casual menu featuring pizzas, burgers, hot chips, and fish, and the venue also handles catering for functions and wedding receptions.

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