Wellingborough FAQs

Updated 4 October 2022

• How Many People Can I go bowling with?

  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.
  

• Can I Get Food and Drink Whilst Bowling?

  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.
  

• Do you have disabled access?

  Yes, our centre has been fitted designed to ensure disabled access.

• Is there free parking available?

  Yes, there is free parking available.

• Do you have concession rates?

  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.
  

• How long does a game of bowling take?

  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.

• Do I have to pay to watch someone else bowl?

  No. If you want to watch someone bowl without playing then there is no charge for this.

• Do you have free wifi?

  Yes, you can access free wifi in our centre using the cloud.

• Is there a cashpoint nearby?

  Yes, we have a cash machine within our centre for guests to use. There is a charge for withdrawals.

• Do you have a change machine for the amusements?

  Yes.

• Do you have play for prizes?

  Yes. Find out more about play for prizes here.

• Do you have VIP lanes?

  Yes. Find out more about VIP lanes here.

• Does your bar show sports?

  No.

• Is there disabled parking available?

  Yes.

• Can I Turn Up & Bowl, or Do I Need to Pre-Book?

  Online pre-booking is not compulsory, but is advised during peak weekend and school holiday periods.

• Are the Bowling Balls Cleaned on a Regular Basis?

  We know that safety is a primary concern for all of our bowlers and visitors at Hollywood Bowl. We have undertaken a risk assessment and as part of this implemented a rigorous & enhanced cleaning regime across our centres.

  As part of this between games, bowling balls are cleaned thoroughly on lanes and we have installed full height dividers between the lane seating areas. Additionally, we are cleaning down all surfaces within the bowling area, helping to ensure that both this area and the entire centre remains safe for bowlers. We have also limited the number of bowling balls available on lanes, so your bowling balls will be your own.

  Also available at Hollywood Bowl we are able to offer disposable gloves upon request from reception, in adult and children’s sizes, should any customers feel more comfortable using these during their visit.

• Are Hollywood Bowl “Card Only” or Can I Pay by Cash?

  As part of our covid safe guidelines, contactless payments are preferred, and our ten pin bowling centres are still accepting chip and pin and cash payments.