Bring a touch of France to your garden or beach day with Jaques of London’s 8 Boule Set – the ultimate outdoor game of skill, strategy, and precision! Known as Boules or Petanque, this traditional European game is perfect for relaxed yet competitive play between friends or family. The goal is simple: throw your polished metal boules and get them as close as possible to the small wooden jack (or "butt") – it’s a game of finesse, focus, and a whole lot of fun!
Beautifully presented in a zipped canvas carry case, this premium set includes eight polished alloy boules designed for long-lasting play. Whether you're on the lawn, beach, or village green, this set brings people together for a timeless, sociable game steeped in tradition.
Delivery & Returns
- 🚚 Fast Delivery – Ships within 2–3 business days
- 🔄 60-Day Warranty
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- ⭐ 8 Polished Alloy Boules Durable and competition-ready
- ⭐ 1 Wooden Jack (Butt) The target ball for scoring
- ⭐ Canvas Carry Case Zipped and padded for easy transport and storage
- ⭐ Size Case – 31cm x 15cm x 7.5cm | Boules – 7cm diameter | Jack – 3cm diameter
- ⭐ Complete 8 Boule Set – Includes everything you need to play
- ⭐ Premium Canvas Carry Case – Stylish, protective and travel-ready
- ⭐ Traditional European Game – Loved in France, Italy, and worldwide
- ⭐ Suitable for Ages 6+ – Fun for generations
- ⭐ Promotes Outdoor Fun – Ideal for beach trips, garden parties, and holidays
- ⭐ Encourages Tactical Thinking – A great game of accuracy and strategy
- ⭐ Supports Social Play – Perfect for families, friends, and team challenges
- ⭐ Built for Durability – Withstands even competitive play with polished alloy design
Independent Customer Reviews
4.25/5 from 52 reviews of this product
Delivery Information
Explore our delivery services and choose the perfect option for you.
All options are UK Mainland only unless stated. Croquet Mallets, Croquet Sets & Luxury Chess are excluded from ParcelShop and Premium delivery see below:
🚚 ParcelShop Delivery – EVRI (3-5 Working Days)
- £3.95 for all orders
🚚 Standard Delivery – EVRI (3-5 Working Days)
- £4.50 for all orders
🚚 Standard Delivery – FedEx (2-3 Working Days)
- £5.95 for all orders
- Includes Croquet Mallets, Croquet Sets (3–5 Working Days)
- Includes Luxury Chess (5–10 Working Days)
🚚 Premium Delivery – FedEx (Next Working Day)
- £7.95 for all orders
- Order by 1pm Monday – Friday for next-working-day delivery
(excludes weekends & bank holidays)
- Postcode exclusions may apply
🚚 Northern Ireland Standard Delivery – EVRI (7-10 Working Days)
- £7.95 for all orders
- This option is not available for orders that include Croquet Mallets, Croquet Sets & Luxury Chess
*All Orders placed after 1pm on Monday-Friday and placed on a weekend or Bank Holiday will be processed on the next working day.
Returns FAQ's
We want you to absolutely love your new toy! 🧸💛 But if something’s not quite right, no worries, we make returns as easy as a game of tic-tac-toe! You’ve got until 31 January 2027 to send it back, hassle-free. 🎉 Want to know exactly how it works? Check out the process in our next question where we break it all down! 🔍✨
For more information please read our full FAQ on returns page.
Sending something back? No worries, it’s as easy as 1, 2, 3…4! 🎲✨ Here’s how it works:
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Reach out to our super-friendly Customer Service Team 🦸♂️💬 Just let us know what you’d like to return and why—we’re here to help!
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We’ll send you a step-by-step guide and a handy returns form. 📩 No guesswork needed, we make it smooth and simple!
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Pop your item back in its original packaging and send it our way. 📦🚚 (Make sure it’s unused, and don’t forget your proof of postage!)
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Once your return lands safely with us, we’ll process your refund faster than you can say abracadabra!
Easy peasy! Got questions? Just give us a shout we’re happy to help! 🎉😊 Check out our full returns page here.
Great question! Once you’ve sent your return back to us (don’t forget to keep your proof of postage! 📩), we’ll work our magic and process your refund within 7 working days. 💰✨ It’ll go straight back to your original payment method, easy peasy! If you need any help along the way, just give us a shout! 🎉 Click here to contact us.
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How it compares
| Other Retailers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Boule material | Polished alloy boules | Cheaper painted or hollow plastic balls |
| Weighting | Correctly weighted for consistent throws | Uneven weighting that throws unpredictably |
| Storage and transport | Zipped, padded canvas carry case | Loose boules in a flimsy bag or box |
| Maker heritage | Games maker since 1795 | Unnamed factory with no game-making history |
Questions parents ask
Why do some boule sets cost so much more than others?
Price comes down to the boules themselves. This set uses polished alloy boules built for competitive play, presented in a zipped canvas case, not loose balls in a flimsy bag.
Are the boules in this set properly weighted?
Yes, they are polished alloy and correctly weighted, so each throw behaves consistently. That is what gives the game its skill and strategy element rather than random bounce.
What age can kids start playing boules?
This set is suited to ages 6 and up. It is simple enough for young children yet still competitive for adults, so the whole family can play together.
How do you actually play boules or petanque?
You throw your polished alloy boules aiming to land closest to the small wooden jack, or butt. Closest boules to the jack score, making it a game of finesse and precision rather than pure power.
Does the boule set come with a carry case?
Yes, it comes in a zipped canvas carry case measuring 31cm x 15cm x 7.5cm. It is padded, travel-ready, and keeps everything together between games.
What exactly is included in this boule set?
You get 8 polished alloy boules, 1 wooden jack, and the zipped canvas case. Nothing else to buy before you can start playing on the lawn, beach, or village green.
How big are the boules and will they fit in a beach bag?
Each boule is 7cm in diameter and the jack is 3cm. The whole set packs into a case measuring 31cm x 15cm x 7.5cm, easy to carry to the beach or garden.
Will these boules hold up to regular outdoor use?
Yes, the alloy boules are designed for long-lasting, competitive play outdoors. They are built to withstand repeated games on grass, sand, or gravel.
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