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Hollywood Bowl Rochester

Rochester, North Kent

Rochester Cathedral seen from the castle grounds on a clear sunny day

Photo of Rochester: Des Blenkinsopp, CC BY-SA 2.0

Hollywood Bowl Rochester is a large ten-pin bowling centre on the Medway Valley Leisure Park, with 26 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

26 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 Rochester, 9 Medway Valley Leisure Park, Chariot Way, Rochester, Kent, ME2 2SS

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Where: 9 Medway Valley Leisure Park, Chariot Way, Rochester, Kent, ME2 2SS
Price: Deals include 3 games from £11 and a game with a burger or hot dog, fries and a drink from £9. Prices vary by time and are confirmed at checkout.. Deals include 3 games from £11 and a game with a burger or hot dog, fries and a drink from £9. Prices vary by time and are confirmed at checkout.
Opening: Open Monday to Thursday 10am to 11pm, Friday 10am to midnight, Saturday 9am to midnight and Sunday 9am to 11pm. Hours change for bank holidays, school holidays and events.
Time needed: 1 to 2 hours
Access: Ramps are available on the lanes; contact the centre before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets and the nearest parking.

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