About John Bettles
Lived 1907 – 1983 (aged 76). John Bettles was a bowls player.
John Harris Bettles (1907–1983) was an England international lawn bowler.
Bowls career He won a gold medal for the England team in the fours at the 1958 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Cardiff with Norman King, John Scadgell and Walter Phillips.
Personal life He took up bowls in 1931 and was shoe and boot operative by trade.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Bettles?
British lawn bowler
When was John Bettles born?
John Bettles was born on 30 March 1907 in Raunds.
When did John Bettles die?
John Bettles died on 30 April 1983 in Raunds.
What was John Bettles's occupation?
John Bettles was a bowls player.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Bettles. https://biography.guide/john-bettles/
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