Portsmouth bowling
Hollywood Bowl Portsmouth
Hollywood Bowl Portsmouth is one of the south coast's most popular entertainment venues, offering a brilliant mix of bowling, arcade games, great food and drinks for families, friends and groups of all sizes.
Located at Gunwharf Quays in the heart of Portsmouth, our centre features 26 modern bowling lanes, a star-studded VIP area, a full Hollywood Diner menu and a bar with Sky Sports on the big screen. Whether you are looking for a fun family day out, planning a birthday party or simply after something enjoyable to do in Portsmouth, Hollywood Bowl has everything you need under one roof.
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With 26 lanes to bowl along, a star-studded VIP area, an american style diner, a relaxing bar and a thrilling amusements area; what are you waiting for? Head down to our Portsmouth centre today!
Opening Times & Contact Details
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Opening times
We are just updating our opening hours, please call us for the latest opening hours
Directions
Car: We are located on Park Road off B2154
Train: The nearest train station is Portsmouth Harbour which is 12 minutes away
venue information
Bowling at Portsmouth
Our Hollywood Bowl Portsmouth centre has 26 lanes to bowl along.
Arcades
Battle with aliens or beat your friends at pool, however you like to play, you can find it all in our Portsmouth arcade! Look out for the Play for Prizes sign, where tickets are rewarded and can be cashed in for prizes at reception.
hollywood bar
Not only does our Bar have a fantastic selection of drinks to satisfy everyone, we’ve even got Sky Sports on the big screen; enjoy cocktails, beers, soft drinks, slushies and even Costa coffee!
hollywood diner
Enjoy nibbles at the lanes, or take a seat in our Hollywood Diner for some delicious food. We've got tasty hot dogs and stacked burgers to choose from, as well as meals for little bowlers.
To view our food menu and information on our allergens, please click here.
Whether you are planning a family day out, catching up with friends or looking for fun things to do in Portsmouth at the weekend, Hollywood Bowl Portsmouth offers entertainment for all ages under one roof.
Located at Gunwharf Quays, one of Portsmouth's most popular destinations for shopping, dining and entertainment, our venue is perfectly placed for a day out in the city. Whether you are visiting during the school holidays, planning a group get-together or simply looking for all-weather entertainment, Hollywod Bowl Portsmouth is one of the most popular indoor activities in the area.
With 26 bowling lanes, a VIP area, arcade games, a full diner menu and a well-stocked bar with Sky Sports, there is something for every age group and occasion.
Finding activities the whole family can enjoy is easier said than done, but Hollywood Bowl Portsmouth makes it simple. With bowling, arcade games and a full food and drinks menu all under one roof, there is something for every age group.
Whether you are visiting with younger children, teenagers or a mix of both, our venue offers a fun and relaxed environment where everyone can join in. It is a popular choice for school holiday activities, weekend family outings and special occasions throughout the year.
Located at Gunwharf Quays with easy access by car, bus and ferry, Hollywood Bowl Portsmouth is a great addition to a family day out in the city, with plenty of other attractions and restaurants nearby.
Planning a celebration? Hollywood Bowl Portsmouth is the ideal venue for birthdays, family gatherings and group events of all sizes.
Our party packages bring together bowling, food and entertainment in one convenient location, taking the stress out of organising your event. Whether you are planning a children's birthday party, a teen celebration, an adult night out or a work social, there are options to suit every group size and occassion.
With 26 bowling lanes, a VIP area, arcade games, a full diner menu and a bar showing Sky Sports, there is plenty to keep your guests entertained from start to finish. Situated at Gunwharf Quays, guests can also enjoy the wider range of shops, restaurants and attractions before or after their visit.
Hollywood Bowl Portsmouth is located at Gunwharf Quays, one of the south coast's most popular leisure and retail destinations. Whether you are already visiting the Quays for shopping or dining, or planning a dedicated day out, bowling makes a great addition to your trip.
Gunwharf Quays is easily accessible from Portsmouth city centre, Portsmouth Harbour railway station and by ferry from Gosport and the Isle of Wight, making Hollywood Bowl Portsmouth a convenient choice for visitors from across Hampshire and beyond.
faqs
We want everyone to have the best bowling experience available when they visit our Portsmouth centre. That’s why we’ve answered many of our frequently asked questions below to help you plan the perfect trip.
In all our centres there is no limit on the number of people who can bowl together in a group.
The maximum capacity we allow on each lane is 8 players.
Yes, of course, you can get food and drink whilst at Hollywood Bowl. Food and drinks can be ordered using the QR code on tables and menus, at selected centres, or from the bar and Diner.
We recommend that you pre-order food and drink when booking your game. If you do wish to order and pay in centre, contactless payments are accepted.
Yes, our centre has been designed to ensure disabled access.
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Yes, we offer a concession rate of around 50% for disabled guests and their carers, as well as seniors.
This rate is available every weekday before 6pm, for 48 weeks out of 52, including the summer and Easter holidays.
Find out more about our concession rates here.We allow 10 minutes per person, per game. Therefore, 1 game for 2 guests is allocated a 20 minute time slot.
2 games for 2 guests would be allocated a 40 minute time slot, etc.No. If you want to watch someone bowl without playing then there is no charge for this.
Yes, you can access free wifi in our centre using the cloud.
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Yes. Find out more about play for prizes here.
Yes. Find out more about VIP lanes here.
Yes, our bar shows Sky Sports.
Yes, there is disabled parking available.
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With the exception of trained guide or assistance dogs, no animals are permitted into our centres. Trained guide or assistance dogs must be well-behaved at all times when supporting a customer in our centres.
If we haven’t answered your question, please check out our main FAQ page. If you’re still unable to find the information you need, then please let us know via our contact page and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
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