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Hollywood Bowl Ashford

Ashford, East Kent

View over Ashford town centre and St Mary the Virgin's Church from abovePhoto of Ashford: Tim Sheerman-Chase, CC BY 2.0

Photo of Ashford: Tim Sheerman-Chase, CC BY 2.0

Hollywood Bowl Ashford is a ten-pin bowling centre in the middle of town, with 18 lanes, arcade games, pool tables and a bar and diner. Bumpers, lighter balls and ramps help young children join in, while VIP lanes suit adult groups. Allow around 45 minutes per game for up to six players.

Highlights

  • 18 bowling lanes, including VIP lanes with waiter service
  • Arcade games and pool tables
  • Bar and Diner with food and drink served to your lane
  • Kids' birthday party packages
  • Bumpers, lighter balls and ramps for young bowlers

Good to know

  • Book online to guarantee a lane, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings and in school holidays
  • Weekday bookings before 11am get the best lane prices
  • Outside food and drink is not allowed
  • Junior pricing applies to under 16s

Getting there

Hollywood Bowl Ashford, 43/79 Station Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1PP

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