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Frequently Asked Questions

What are your opening and closing times?
The opening and closing times of each bowl are listed on each bowl’s information page.

What is your dress code?
Please view our admission policy for further information and detail.

What are the age restrictions for bowling?
Please view the hollywood bowl admission policy for more information.

What are your peak times for pricing?
General details of peak and off-peak times for pricing are listed on our pricing page. Individual bowl times may vary and are listed on each bowl’s information page.

Can I make an advanced booking for bowling?
Yes. For parties of 12 and under please book with the bowl direct. For larger parties, there are special packages available, please view our party packages and organise pages.

What kind of credit cards and debit cards do you accept when booking online?
hollywood bowl accepts the following credit and debit cards: Visa, Mastercard, Maestro and American Express.

What up and coming promotions and deals do you have to offer?
Please view our offers and news pages for the latest information.

Do you offer discounts for large parties, group bookings and students?
hollywood bowl has a range of discounted rates, offers and party deals available.

Do you sell Gift Vouchers?
Gift vouchers are available in denominations of £5, £10 and £20. Please contact your local bowl to purchase. You may want to call ahead to ensure they have stock before visiting the bowl.

Can a single parent with 2 kids take advantage of the family package offer?
Yes, if the family package offer provides a better deal than standard bowling rates, the bowl will offer the family package instead. Please ask for further details on arrival at the bowl.

What information do you have for kids party bookings?
Please view our kids party page for further information and rates.

What food and drinks are available?
Each hollywood bowl provides a bar and café area from which to purchase food and drink. Food and drink service is also available from the bowling lanes.

Is the hollywood bowl membership still running? No. The membership scheme has closed. Existing memberships are honoured until they expire. A new reward called VIB is available for regular bowlers.

Where can I find information on scoring and how to bowl?
Please view our bowling basics page for introductory information on how to bowl and what you need to know to get started.

If we haven’t answered your question and you are unable to find the information you require, please let us know by filling in our feedback and query form we will get back to you as soon as possible.