The Shepway & District Bowls Association (S&DBA) was formed in 1973 and organizes League Fixtures, Competitions and Annual Events for ten outdoor bowls clubs in Kent.

Although our clubs joined together in 1973, they were all founded before the formation of the Association. The most recent club was founded in 1972. One club was originally founded in 1587 (Re-founded 1927). Participation of bowlers/clubs in these events is additional to the normal domestic fixtures and competitions of each club.