S7 Bowls Battle 2026

Join us for the S7 Bowls Battle 2026 on Thursday 18th June at Portslade Bowls Club, Brighton.

Our annual summer charity event is back – bringing together agency owners and business leaders for a relaxed afternoon of networking, friendly competition, and plenty of fun in the sunshine ☀️

Once again, 18 Agency Owners (led by Matt Smith of Webtrends Optimise) will go head-to-head against 18 Business Owners (led by Carina Bauer of IMEX), in a brilliant team showdown on the rink.

As with all S7 events, this is an opportunity to connect in an informal setting, build new relationships, strengthen existing ones, and enjoy some pre-summer social time together.

The fantastic volunteers at Portslade Bowls Club will be providing a delicious buffet lunch, along with a bowls briefing and helpful tips throughout the day (very much needed!).

We’re also delighted that our sponsors have kindly agreed to cover the drinks tab again, helping to make the event even more enjoyable.

Event Timings

11.45am – Prompt arrival (choose bowls & briefing)
12.00pm – Welcome drinks
12.15pm – Buffet lunch served
1.00pm – Bowls battle commences
3.00pm – Afternoon tea and cake
3.30pm – Presentation and charity raffle
4.00pm – Finish

Tickets

Tickets are £55 per person, which includes bowls, networking, food, and drinks.

As with last year, 100% of profits will be donated to charity, shared between Portslade Bowls Club and our latest #share177 charity campaign.

Who Are You Backing?

Are you Team Agency or Team Business? 👀

Only one person from each agency or business can play on the rink at any one time.
We welcome up to 2 people per organisation, and you can rotate players throughout the afternoon.

Rink Sponsors

A huge thank you to all of our amazing rink sponsors for supporting this event and helping us raise more for charity. 🙌

• Servo Private Wealth - An independent financial planning firm that helps individuals, families, and business owners grow, protect, and manage their wealth with expert, personalised advice.
• The Directors Hub - A membership community for business leaders and directors, providing peer support, expert insights, and valuable networking opportunities.
• Whitespace - A creative digital agency that helps ambitious brands grow through strategic branding, website design, and performance-focused digital marketing.
• Xoomtalk - A business communications provider offering cloud phone systems, connectivity, and IT solutions to help organisations stay connected and productive.

About Search Seven

This event is hosted by Search Seven.

We help brands, charities, and partner agencies elevate their online presence through strategic search marketing consultancy, while increasing exposure through hosted community events that bring people together to drive social impact.

To date, we have raised over £183,000 for charity, and through our #share177 campaign, we’re working towards reaching £177,000 by the end of 2026, celebrating our 15th year and supporting over 60 fantastic charities along the way.

Main Sponsors

We’re proud to be supported by industry-leading sponsors whose expertise and innovation help make this event possible:

Webtrends Optimize
Webtrends Optimize helps businesses improve online performance through data-driven experimentation, testing, analysis, and personalisation. Their platform empowers brands to boost conversions, enhance user experiences, and deliver measurable return on investment through smarter digital decision-making.

IMEX Events
IMEX Events connects the global meetings, events, and business travel industry through world-renowned trade shows and networking opportunities. Their events foster meaningful industry relationships, inspire innovation, and help businesses grow through education, collaboration, and international exposure.

Event Info & Rules

• Strictly flat sole shoes must be worn (trainers are fine, as long as soles are flat/smooth).

• Please advise of any dietary requirements - vegetarian and vegan options will be available.

• No refunds within 14 days of the event, but you may send a substitute if needed.

• TicketTailor and Stripe fees are non-refundable.

FAQs

Parking?
Yes - free parking is available with a permit from the club, or in the cemetery opposite.

Nearest train station?
Portslade Station is an 8-10 minute walk and is on a main line from Brighton and London.

Looking forward to seeing you on the rink for the S7 Bowls Battle 2026 🙌🎯