Potters Resorts
Your Premier Bowls Holiday Destination
Visit the home of the Ambassador Cruise Line World Indoor Bowls Championships on the Norfolk coast. Potters Resorts Hopton-on-Sea offers superb facilities, including 14 indoor rinks, 4 new outdoor rinks, and equipment for all formats of the game.
Join us for friendly, free-to-enter tournaments like Indoor Fours, Short Mat, and Carpet, or support Bowls England, EBF, and ECBA on selected breaks. With Bowls Manager Les Gillett and his team of stewards who will be on hand to look after you throughout.
Come with friends or club members and experience an unforgettable bowls break by the coast!
UK Short Breaks have never been easier or better value!
There’s so much included at Potters Resorts…
Dining
Included
Savour delicious British fare in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy full board dining with loved ones and share stories over good food.
Drinks
Included
Choose from our extensive drinks menu. Whether you prefer hot or cold, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, we have something for everyone.
Dining
Included
Savour delicious British fare in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy full board dining with loved ones and share stories over good food.
Accommodation
Included
From Bungalows stretching down to the sea to Hotel rooms surrounding the facilities, your perfect accommodation is waiting.
Drinks
Included
Choose from our extensive drinks menu. Whether you prefer hot or cold, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, we have something for everyone.
Dining
Included
Savour delicious British fare in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy full board dining with loved ones and share stories over good food.
Accommodation
Included
From Bungalows stretching down to the sea to Hotel rooms surrounding the facilities, your perfect accommodation is waiting.
Join me for our next free-to-enter Bowls Tournament at Potters Resorts Hopton-on-Sea.
Les Gillett
Les Gillett is one of England's if not the Worlds most respected indoor Player, he has been competing at the highest level for nearly 3 decades and renowned for his consistency, tactical expertise and longevity at the very top of the sport. Nicknamed “Razor” for his precise shot-making and sharp competitive style, Les has been a prominent figure on the World Bowls Tour and is currently ranked World No. 7, having been crowned World Open Singles Champion in 2022 and World indoor Pairs champion on two occasions. He has won numerous indoor and outdoor national championships, and has represented England at international level both indoors and outdoors for a number of years, and still holds his place in the Indoor England international Team, having retired from outdoor bowls in 2006.
Les hosts and oversees the weekly bowls tournaments at Potters Resorts Hopton-on-Sea, bringing his wealth of experience, passion and competitive pedigree to every event.
Alongside his continued success on the World Bowls Tour, Les also offers guests additional coaching and playing opportunities throughout the outdoor bowls season, helping players of all abilities enjoy an exceptional bowls experience.
Les Joined Potters Resorts Hopton-on-sea in 2025 and currently enjoys playing at Nottingham indoor Bowls club.
Potters Bowls Tournaments
Potters Bowls Tournaments run from September to May on our 4-Night Fully Inclusive Midweek Breaks.
The tournaments are competitive, yet fun and friendly. Teams will play four round robin matches, of up to 90 minutes per match with the break’s top performing teams moving to a knockout phase which concludes with the Final.
Those reaching the Quarter Finals and beyond can look forward to exclusive tournament prizes that include vouchers for future breaks as well as some great Potters Resorts mementos.
Exclusive Introductory Offer to Potters Resorts
Please join us for a great Bowling Break and enjoy an Exclusive Introductory Offer to Potters Resorts.
Quote Code LG2526N and
SAVE £100 PER PERSON
off any 4 Night Midweek Bowling Break up to 10th May 2027.
How To Book
To book call our friendly team on 0333 3207 418.
If you are part of a bowling club and would like to find out about our great Group Savings and benefits call our dedicated Groups Team on 0333 3207 474
For full details of our breaks and the various formats order our free Bowls Brochure.
