The 1989 Embassy World Indoor Bowls Championship was held at Preston Guild Hall, Preston, England, from 01-12 March 1989.The event moved to the Preston Guild Hall from Alexandra Palace. Richard Corsie won the title beating Willie Wood in the final. In the Pairs final David Bryant and Tony Allcock secured their third world title. The Pairs Championship was held alongside the Singles for the first time. There was no Women's event.