Hollywood Bowl is what you would expect from a family bowling establishment- good, fun bowling, a…read moresmall arcade and a place to order drinks if you feel they are appropriate. The place caters to both kids and adults alike, giving the option to have the barriers up or down, and has a nice aesthetic to it, that being a classic Hollywood pink neon look. I cannot tell you much about the professional potential of the place as I do not bowl often and am not good so it is safe to say I would not be a good judge of it, but to me it seemed to be of quality. I do, however, retain 3 complaints: the amount of uncontrolled children there is terrifying but I suppose that cannot be pinned on the place itself, but the small children whom I assume provide its greatest demographic and their ignorant parents. A second compliant is the choice of music and it not fitting the theme the place tried to accomplish, once again falling to the crappy R and B so many people seem to be into. My third and final complaint is the lack of medium bowling balls. This did not affect me at all, but could've easily put a paying customer off his or her game. Overall, I enjoyed the experience and would recommend it to anyone looking to go bowling in the area. I would rate it 3.5 if I could but no such option exists.

Large and well facilitated bowling alley, in the middle of a lively leisure park. Great for kids…read moreand adult groups, as well as the mobility impaired. There is an arcade, cafe and bar inside too, so you've really got everything you need. There is also music, shoe hire, and some kitsch touches that really add to the almost-tacky-yet-charming ambiance. Book in advance for groups, and let them know if you have any particular needs. Also bare in mind - it gets busy, and it is often tough to park close by.

Great bowling, with arcade games, bar, food placesdefinatly recommended for any nights of the week…read morefor all ages! Near all the shops and some great restauarnts. Could make a day and eveing out of being here.

Number 10 is located in the Romford Brewery which makes it really convenient for parking, eating,…read moredrinking & laughing at the age old pastime of bowling. Is anyone really very skilled at bowling? In some sports, the older you get = the better and more skilled you get... in the case of bowling, the older you get = the more you goof off and drink up which is actually perfectly convenient here because of the large, fully stocked bar area. Bowling at Number 10 is a multifaceted event applicable to family fun, a great kids party, a preteen flirt fest or an adult's drinking game so Number 10 can be filled with a variety of different people on different agendas which I think adds to the charm. They have bowling specials like "buy 2 games get one free", the ever popular Blacklight Bowling and there are special discounts during certain hours on odd days. My best advice would be to check the website before you go~ there might be a coupon! All the screens are bright & modern and there are lane bumpers and ball slides available for those novice bowlers not confident in their follow through. Also, if you decide to forgo the challenge altogether, there are many arcade games to enjoy, no dance floor but a good mix of music playing and always some sort of sport viewable on the TVs in the bar area. One of the best features I find is the security at the door. The guard does not allow great big groups of youngins to come and loiter around without adult supervision. I know that makes me sound like a mean old lady but that's a risk I'm willing to take because I loath anarchy and they are usually the culprits. Definitely a great way to fill a few hours with friends, family or for a fun birthday idea!

I haven't actually been here yet, but I've just been advised that it's one of only two places in…read moregreater London that has Big Buck Hunter. The other is the Galaxy Centre in Luton.

It's where I always go with my mates…read more We always take the "Lord of the Pins" offer: 3 games for £9. I think it is from Monday to Thursday in the evening only. It takes us (6 of us) about 3 hours to complete the games so it's really worth the £9.

We have held several birthday parties here over the years. Good value and great fun for all ages…read more Before the East London Line extension it was a trek on the 47 bus but now just 10 minutes away on the train. Never very many staff about but you don't really need them you can control everything from the computerised board at your station. Ideal for kids of all ages they have rails for the lane that you can choose to have up for younger bowlers and they have a ramp thing to help the really young send the ball down. Amazing how good getting a strike feels even if playing against 8 year olds (especially as they usually win) its hard not to have fun. They have a bar and food probably best avoided. Clean and tidy it all works rather well. Always offers on so check their website. You will often find us here on teacher training days when the place is empty.

Multi-purpose(?) entertainment venue with bowling, pool, arcade, bars and restaurants, plus Monkey…read morePuzzle (kis indoor play area). Izumi restaurant is well worth a visit as is Monkey Puzzle - a must for under-10s (see separate reviews), and the bowling alley is usually quiet enough just to turn up an play. Should you visit it is unlikely you'll be bored!

If your going bowling, be prepared to meet the most unhelpful member of staff I think I have ever…read moremet. Has the personality of Mr Bean, customer service is next to non and to be honest, very unhelpful. Ask him a question and his reply is 'I don't know'. Well go and find out. The lanes however are good and prices very reasonable. There website states that you can get gold membership. But in fact, you can't. Shame. Could be a better place.

Fantastic family fun Check the website to find out about…read morespecial deals as off peak can get a bit expensive. Plenty of Bowling lanes, bar, refreshments and amusments.

Nice bowling alleys, bit more pricey than Bugsy's but it is a slightly better place to bowl. The…read moreprices on food and drink again are higher, and not all ways worth it imo, and the lane hosts can be a bit annoying, in my opinion, i dont like people interuptting me when i'm on a night out. The lanes themselves are well set out, and look and play nice and they have a wide range of balls. They also have aids for children which is a nice touch.