Name of event in Ireland where they throw a rock between two towns?

Question

Hi,

A few years ago I saw on TV this annual event in Ireland where they throw a rock along a road between two towns. It's a competition and the person with the least throws between the two wins. I was wondering what exactly is the name of this event. Any links to information would be very helpful. Great!

Thank you!

Answer 1

This is an ancient game still played in County Cork and Antrim in Ireland. The official name for it Road Bowling but it is more commonly called 'Bowls' - rhyming with 'howls'.  It is also played in West Virginia in the US.  See the links below for more information and pictures.

Answer 2

It's called Road Bowls. The 'rock' as you call it is known as a 'bullet' as it was based on the bullets fired by infantrymen way back when. It's not an annual event but a series of competitions that take part in County Armagh. I think they also play it in County Cork.