Reading bowling Coming 5th of July 2025

Hollywood Bowl Reading

Experience the best bowling Reading has to offer, and strike it lucky at Hollywood Bowl! With delicious food and drinks, fantastic deals, and state-of-the-art lanes – it’s the perfect place to make fun-filled memories for everyone.

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USEFUL INFORMATION

  • Opening times

    Opening 5th of July 2025 - Sign up to our VIP mailing list for the latest news!

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  • Directions

    Car: The Oracle is situated just off the A329, postcode RG1 2AG

    Bus: The nearest bus stop is Market Place (stop MA)

    Train: The nearest train station is Reading, which is a 10 minute walk away

Watch Sky Sports at Hollywood Bowl
Watch Sky Sports at Hollywood Bowl

Venue Information

Hollywood Bowl Swindon Bowling Lanes

ten Pin BOWLING Reading

With 24 bowling lanes, Hollywood Bowl Reading is the place to be. Whether it’s classic bowling, Friday night bowling, or maybe even glow bowling – however you choose to bowl, we’ve got the games for you.

Hollywood Bowl Swindon Amusements

Amusements

Our Reading venue has a range of arcade games to suit everyone, as well as American-themed pool tables. Be sure to look out for the games included in our play for prizes and collect as many tickets as you can, before cashing them in for gifts at reception.

Hollywood Bowl Swindon Diner

Hollywood Diner

Stacked burgers and loaded nachos, our diner menu isn't one to miss! Whether it's a light bite or a main meal you fancy, our Hollywood diner has it all.

To view our food and drink menu and information on our allergens, please click here.

Bar at Hollywood Bowl Swindon

HOLLYWOOD BAR

Browse our spirits, enjoy a delicious soft drink, or even try a Hollywood milkshake! We have a great range of drinks to choose from at our Reading venue.

Young adults playing pool at Hollywood Bowl Birmingham Resorts World

Pool Tables

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just looking to have some fun, our tables are perfect for a laid-back game or a friendly competition. So come down, grab a cue, and show off your skills at Hollywood Bowl Reading.

FAQs

We want everyone to have the best bowling experience available when they visit our Reading 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.

    We have installed full height dividers between the lane seating areas. 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 preferred.

  • Yes, our centre has been fitted with slopes to ensure disabled access.

    • There is parking at The Riverside Car Park (RG1 2AG) and the Holy Brook Car Park (RG1 2LR). Charges apply in  both car parks.

    • 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.

    • Yes.

    • Yes.

    • Yes. Find out more about play for prizes here.

    • No.

    • Yes

    • Yes, there is disabled parking available.

    • Yes.

    • 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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