Whether you're an experienced bowler, a casual player, planning a teambuilding event, or just looking for a bowling alley for a fun night out with friends and family, Manchester has its fair share of ten pin bowling spots to enjoy. We've handpicked the best bowling venues in the city for our ultimate guide to bowling in Manchester, from traditional tenpin lanes to places offering unique twists on the game. Here's our rundown of the top bowling alleys in Manchester so you can score your next strike in style.
Bowling in Manchester
Jump to
Where to go bowling in Manchester
The best places to get your next strike
Graffiti-filled games room
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.
-
235 Deansgate, Manchester City Centre 6 Stamford New RdLane7 Manchester Deansgate
235 Deansgate, Manchester City CentreLane7 Manchester Altrincham
6 Stamford New Rd -
Lane7 Manchester Deansgate
lane7.co.uk/venues/manchester-deansgateLane7 Manchester Altrincham
lane7.co.uk/venues/altrinchamLane7 Manchester Deansgate
016-151 000 34Lane7 Manchester Altrincham
016-166 924 30 -
Lane7 Manchester Deansgate Lane7 Manchester Altrincham
Retro vibes
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.
-
57 Whitworth Street West, Manchester City Centre
-
Website
•
Dog Bowl
016-122 828 88 - Read more on Thatsup
Bowling and other games
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.
-
Parrs Wood Entertainment Centre, Wilmslow Rd, East Didsbury The Printworks, Hanover, 27 Withy Grove, Manchester City CentreTenpin Manchester Parrs Wood
Parrs Wood Entertainment Centre, Wilmslow Rd, East DidsburyTenpin Manchester Printworks
The Printworks, Hanover, 27 Withy Grove, Manchester City Centre -
Tenpin Manchester Parrs Wood
tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/manchester-parrs-woodTenpin Manchester Printworks
tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/manchester-printworks -
Tenpin Manchester Parrs Wood Tenpin Manchester Printworks
Bowling and booze
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.
-
Withy Grove, Manchester City Centre 76-78 Deansgate, Manchester City CentreRoxy Ball Room Manchester Arndale
Withy Grove, Manchester City CentreRoxy Ball Room Deansgate
76-78 Deansgate, Manchester City Centre -
Roxy Ball Room Deansgate
roxyleisure.co.uk/location/manchester-deansgateRoxy Ball Room Manchester Arndale
roxyleisure.co.uk/location/manchester-arndaleRoxy Ball Room Deansgate
016-169 653 00Roxy Ball Room Manchester Arndale
016-169 653 01 -
Roxy Ball Room Deansgate Roxy Ball Room Manchester Arndale
Hollywood meets bowling
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.
-
Fold Way, Ashton Mass Leisure Park, Ashton-under-Lyne The Rock Shopping Centre, 11 The Rock, BuryHollywood Bowl Ashton-under-Lyne
Fold Way, Ashton Mass Leisure Park, Ashton-under-LyneHollywood Bowl Bury
The Rock Shopping Centre, 11 The Rock, Bury -
Hollywood Bowl Ashton-under-Lyne
hollywoodbowl.co.uk/manchesterHollywood Bowl Bury
hollywoodbowl.co.uk/bury-the-rockHollywood Bowl Ashton-under-Lyne
08-448 261 465Hollywood Bowl Bury
08-448 263 043 -
Hollywood Bowl Ashton-under-Lyne Hollywood Bowl Bury
18 lanes and American flair
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.
-
14 The Orient, The Trafford Centre, Trafford Park, Stretford
-
Website
•
Namco Funscape
016-174 911 11 - Read more on Thatsup
All kinds of games
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.
-
Market Street, Manchester City Centre Trafford ParkKing Pins Manchester Arndale
Market Street, Manchester City CentreKing Pins Trafford Palazzo
Trafford Park -
King Pins Manchester Arndale
kingpins.co.uk/location/manchester-arndaleKing Pins Trafford Palazzo
kingpins.co.uk/location/manchester-trafford-palazzoKing Pins Manchester Arndale
016-166 925 00King Pins Trafford Palazzo
016-138 309 56 -
King Pins Manchester Arndale King Pins Trafford Palazzo
- Manchester
- Articles
- Activity
- Bowling in Manchester