The English Pétanque Association is the governing body for the sport of Pétanque (Pet-tonk) in England.

It is affiliated to the international governing body, the Fédération Internationale de Pétanque et Jeu Provençal, FIPJP and the European governing body, the Confédération Européenne de Pétanque, CEP

Pétanque (sometimes called boules) is a sport that is enjoyed by all the family, it can be played for fun in the garden or more seriously up to World Championship level.

The EPA’s structure of 15 regions means there will be a club near you (see the Regions , Club Database or contact one of the Officers for more information).

Our members will be happy to welcome you to their club and help you get started.

 

Club Invites

Affiliated clubs may advertise their main events here. Further details...
 

Guernsey Open - 11th/12th September
International Invites

ESTIO 1 - 6th/7th February, Estonia

Santa Susanna Cup - 1st/5th April & 22nd/25th May, Spain
Pétanque Promotions Ltd
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plus pétanque accessories and books

 
EPA EuroCup 2010

Semi & Finals will be played on the 18th April - venue tbc
Umpires Commission

At this year’s Annual General Meeting the following resolution was passed:

“To form umpiring and coaching commissions to ensure consistency in training, examination and assessment and deal with all matters relating to their respective disciplines and to transfer the authority of appointing the National Coach & National Umpire from the EPA Management Committee to the Coaching and Umpiring Commissions respectively.”

The Umpire’s Commission consists of all Regional Umpires therefore each Region is requested to send their Regional Umpire to attend the 1st Commission meeting on Saturday 30th January.

If a Regional Umpire is not available the region should appoint another umpire to attend ensuring they are represented at this important meeting.

For further information please contact John Thatcher