Bowling in Manchester

Visit Lane7 for drinks, food, and all kinds of games in a vibrant neon and graffiti-clad space. Get stuck into a game of bowling, pool, darts, arcade games, beer pong, or karaoke. If all those games work up an appetite, tuck into burgers paired with cocktails, shakes, wine, and draft beer at the bar.

At Dog Bowl you'll find five state-of-the-art bowling lanes alongside a retro arcade. Dog Bowl have teamed up with Northern Quarter retro arcade bar NQ64 to bring a mini version of the neon games wonderland to the venue, which all operates on a token system. Tasty food, craft beer, and cocktails are also available thanks to Smash & Dash.

The Tenpin entertainment venues across the country are more than just bowling alleys, though they take bowling seriously, especially at their branches in Manchester. Tenpin Printworks offers state-of-the-art bowling lanes, along with indoor games like pool, table tennis, and escape rooms, plus food and drinks. It's the ideal spot to take the kids or embrace your inner child for a few hours.

Roxy Ball Room in Deansgate is all about bowling and ball games and booze. This low-lit, buzzing venue offers a range of activities, including mini-golf, basketball, ice-free curling, shuffleboard, and ping pong. You can also enjoy food and drinks here, with comfort food options like pizza, hot dogs, wings, and fries, alongside beer, wine, and signature cocktails. They have branches in both the Arndale centre and Deansgate.

Hollywood Bowl venues across the UK bring a touch of Hollywood glitz and glamour to the classic bowling alley. The Manchester branch features 22 tenpin bowling lanes, decked out with film paraphernalia. After a game or two, head to the bar for a drink or hit up the American diner. There are also arcade games with prizes as well as mini-golf. Keep your eyes peeled for regular special discounts.

The Trafford Centre, one of the UK's largest shopping centres, hosts NAMCO Funscape where you'll find a whopping 18 bowling lanes. It also features over 100 arcade games, some of Europe's fastest dodgems, and an American pool table. There are themed nights for different age groups and great deals on bowling and other games. Live sports can be enjoyed, along with a whole range of food and drink options.

King Pins is a cool spot for a game of bowling, perfect for any occasion, from family days and kids' parties to corporate and group events. This spacious venue features state-of-the-art bowling lanes with booth service so you can enjoy refreshments as you play. Alongside bowling, there are various other fun activities, like American pool, shuffle board, ping pong, karaoke, wild west shooting, arcade games and more. You can also enjoy a range of food and drink, including cocktails and craft beer.