Me and my friends came on a school trip. A very fun experience. You can choose your own names for…read morethe bowling. We had some interesting ones.

Worst experience ever. I booked a visit 4 days ahead, and arrived on time. When I arrived I was…read moretold my lane was delayed so for compensation I could get the games I had come for as soon as a lane became free and could get some vouchers for extra games at another date. With 10 minutes we were placed on a lane. 20 minutes later my family and I were told we had to leave as they had double booked us and they were delayed. I was offered a refund. My sons birthday was ruined and after driving for 3 hours to get there as this was the only hollywood bowl with space to book on a Saturday. My 11 year son was so disappointed and was left embarrassed that I had asked family members to travel so far to be removed from the activities through no fault of my own. This was an awful experience and I would NEVER RECOMMEND anyone booking a visit here.

It's so weird when you wander in somewhere, somewhere you've never been, and have a sense of déja…read morevu. As soon as I descended the stairs to 1st bowl I felt as though I'd been there before, which I haven't, but perhaps it was the feeling of stepping back into childhood. The last time I'd been bowling was when I was 14, and it looks like bowling alleys haven't changed a bit since. Or perhaps it was the Peep Show episode that made it seem familiar? Regardless, if you've not been in a while, you still know what to expect. The counter comes first, to pay for your lanes and games, and hand in your shoes. It's a simple exchange, and the staff are very friendly. For two games it cost £8 for two, which is really extremely cheap for over two hours of good solid fun. (Well, that depends if you enjoy bowling.) We had a big group of us, for a birthday outing, and it was fantastic. The alleys are grand, the system is easy, and it's all as simple as that. I did my best to channel Jesus from Lebowski, but alas, I wasn't good. I managed a couple of strikes, and a few spares, but then made up for that with several 0 scores. What is it with my arm bowling to the left? Damn it! It also brought out an uncontrollable competitive edge. Why this came out with bowling I've no idea! Anyway, I love it, and I want to go again. As for the other amenities, there's a bar, a place to order various fried goods, and a ton of arcade games. The bar serves up very standard, if below par drinks. (Depending on your tastes.) The most exotic beers are Guinness and creamflow Worthingtons, and there's a range of WKDs and VKs. That's the kind of boozing had here. As for the food, I didn't dare risk a hot dog for a quid, so had some breaded mushrooms and chips. The mushrooms I regretted, as they really didn't sit well. Very greasy, and not delicious, but edible if you're starving. The other games are good, but could have been better. With a tempting range of Mario Kart, some FPS games, air hockey, American pool, and various others, it's packed with potential fun for an evening. However, only managed to get air hockey to work. (Mario wouldn't accept any coins, and Time-something-or-other glitched half way through.) We also saw someone try out the 'hurricane' machine, which looked more like a light blow dry. But the air hockey I loved. Probably because I won! In summary, I like it. I liked it because bowling is loads of fun, and the staff were grand. I didn't love it because the food and booze is below par, and some of the games we tried didn't work. However, I'd definitely come back. So, it's a straight middle ground 3 out of 5. Anyone want to go bowling?!

Bowling is well fun! I am totally crap at it. But still, it's a good laugh…read more Leeds Bowl has been the location of a few of my friends birthday celebrations and lightened the mood of more than a few friends on low days. With 26 lanes, a full bar and diner and a few large American pool tables they have everything you need for an evening of silly uplifting entertainment. Take a good mate who you know you can have a laugh with, and you should have a great time. Prices are really good compared to the bowling alleys in my hometown at £5.15 each per game. £10.20 for two games. Or £2.50 for your third game if you are still eager to bowl. They also have a family offer of £7.50 for 90 mins which will keep the little ones happy for a while at least. There's always a day when you need some kind of cheering up. Leeds Bowl is the place to do it.

Superbowl is always a good afternoon or evening out. This place has got less exciting since they…read moregot rid of the Laserquest a few years ago, but it's still fun. It's clean, the staff are nice and there are plenty of lanes - a few on the ground level and plenty more upstairs. Unfortunately, though there are lanes on the ground floor, there are a few steps leading down to them from bar seating area, making it difficult to access for people in wheelchairs - Doncaster or Castleford are better for disabled access. The superbowl's got a little bar and a cafe (a wimpy I think) as well as a few video games. It's not in central Wakefield but it's only about 15 minutes walk, there's a bus that goes right past, and it's got its own carpark.I'd recommend going on one of the party, where you get all night bowling with a DJ on and a free basket meal for about £12. Cheesy, but fun.

The Superbowl in Wakefield has a better name than it might suggest.. it's not exactly super but it…read moreis a decent bowling alley with plenty of lanes, and nice friendly helpful staff. Prices are cheaper than the Hollywood Bowl chain and the facilities are good, with video screens, neon night bowling and decent music played in. The only downside is the food..it has a Wimpy..who has a Wimpy any more? Wimpy burgers are strange and soft and I'm scared of them. So eat before you go. Other than that, a great night out for all the family with free parking. Maybe not Superbowl but certainly Fun.

A relatively good value bowling alley. It's great for kids parties as they organise most things for…read moreyou (except a cake - do NOT forget the birthday cake!). This is more a children orientated place than for adults. The alleys themselves are rather worse for wear and the buffers are permanently set either up or down - more modern alleys have the facility for the buffers to be raised when it is an adult or more experienced bowler taking their turn. I haven't had a game here without a ball or some of the pins getting stuck at some point. Still worthwhile and a lot of fun for the family.

Basically all you need to know is that if you like bowling you'll love megabowl! They provide a…read moregreat deal of entertainment aside from bowling, with all the arcade machines, pool tables, family fun centre and fully liscensed bar and restaurant. I was pleased with the service at megabowl, as because I have large feet, I often expect to be disappointed when i get there, but nevertheless, they did have bowling shoes in a size 15! Overall, megabowl is a very relaxed, and fun place for all the family. And for the ones of you who want to stay late, it much cheaper if you go after 10 as you often get free games.

Well it's exactly what it says on the tin! it's bowling!…read more It's now actually called tenpin but not much has changed, although now it as it's own Quasar! and if you've never played - have a go! it's so much fun. Basically, what happens is you go in and after a brief training video your fitted with a plastic shield and given a 'laser' gun. (don't worry it's totally harmless!) and then you go into a darkened room (don't wear white as they're are lots of ultra violet lights which add to the atmosphere). you're separated into 2 teams and given a base to guard, the idea is that each team attack the other base and score points which are all recorded and the score is given out to you at the end. You can also shoot each others which renders you unable to fire your gun for a few seconds and scores points for the other team. Not so good for little kids, but great for teenagers and I've seen quite a few stag parties have a go! Back to the bowling - it's tenpin and you can chose to go it alone or have bumpers, there's also the use of cradles for the less able bodied folks and little kids. They have a fully licenced bar aswell, and you can order food and drink to be delivered straight to your bowling lane! easy!

After last years epidemic of baby births, sorry that sounded shallow. After the delight that was…read moremany of my friends and colleagues creating or expanding their families (better) the seasons are changing and as we move out of Winter into Spring and hopefully balmier climates, talk has turned on where's a nice and safe place to take the kids that isn't pure saccharine wacky zany child fun, and is parent and friends of parent friendly, eg, friends of parents won't balk at the idea of spending time with the kidlets because it's "just too much fun(!)" Anyhoo, an excellent compromise or combination, of green, flowers, pretty, play areas, etc is Pudsey Park. My idea to take friends kidlets here stemmed from the glowing reports this park has. Prior job projects included something on open spaces in West Yorkshire, and Pudsey Park comes in top of the list with regards to awards and such. It's been a Green Flag award winner every year since 2003, a worthy acheivement. The park is always clean, and I've never had any trouble, plus in half term and Summer holidays, there's plenty of families about, which is nice for the kids to play about, without being too loud and annoying for anyone enjoying the park sans child. So what's to do here? If you enter the park at the Car Park side, you'll immediately notice the playground, and there's a basketball court, and a skate park. Wandering through there's a bowling green, flower gardens, a glass house filled with exotic plants and a pets corner and aquarium and aviary. For replenishments there's also a little cafe too. At the moment the park is undergoing some regeneration, so there are some major developments going on, and the structure and layout of the park is changing. But when it's all done and dusted it should be even better than ever.

I'm feeling the love for all things slightly off centre. No I'm not having another Mel meltdown, I…read moremean I'm quite liking exploring the deeper depths of our beloved Leeds and it's Pudsey. Since I'm on a park ting (getting all street again, word up), I thought it'd be rude not to look this bad boy up. Now most of the parks have been reasonable to good it has to be said but this one is a perfectly formed package. It should shout about itself, it's a Greenflag winner and has been on many occasions. That's probably because it's very well maintained and has loads of stuff for the kids. Pet's corner is a nice touch and they keep on reconstructing areas left, right and centre so it's only going to get better. You've got exotic fish and birds and a tropical greenhouse. So get your best silly hat and cargo shorts out and go jungle trekking in your own back yard. There are plenty of flowers and tree lined walks. Plus, skate park, green bowls and a bandstand. Altogether with some air trumpet now.

A pretty great place to go for a night out with friends. This is basically one of the few places…read moreavailable in Halifax to socialise without the emphasis on drinking. The games are pretty cheap and they often do 2 for 1 and student offers. They offer meals as well which are pretty good and there is a licensed bar on the premises. It can get pretty busy on a night so its best to book ahead to guarantee a place. Its right in the centre of town so easy to find.

One of the few non alchohol related venues in Halifax. There is a friendly, family orientated…read morelocation with food on offer and there are plenty of 2 for 1 and student offers. It is always best to book in advance though as it is a popular venue for kids birthday parties and those planning to go into town afterwards.

I love this place. I truly do…read more Unfortunately this is due to my love if bowling and pool as oppose to the environment, staff, location, The bowling alley itself is fit for purpose, which in itself is an achievement being situated in Bradford and all. The feel in very outdated and score boards etc have fallen straight from an 80's movie. The staff are just that, staff. I don't think I have ever drawn a smile from them and they are less than helpful. It could be that the music is at least 80% too loud at the counter. It has 2 bar sections. One for alcoholic beverages with pool tables and TV's airing sports. The other more family oriented with hot food on offer. Between these is an arcade. It's a good place to kill 20 mins when waiting for people. Even better I did win a huge bar of chocolate on my 21st on the claw machine so added bonus. The area can be a little rough, as with anywhere in Bradford. It situated close to a number of food outlets and a cinema. The only down side is the casino straight across, which attracts a less than above board clientele.

No atmosphere - bright flourescent lights and the guys on the reception bit weren't that bothered…read morereally. I s'pose they do work at Hollywood Bowl. In Bradford. The scoreboard was a bit 1980s old fashioned too. It gets 3 stars though for providing non-cheesy shoes, and being handily available to me when I was drunk.

I came here for drinks with my boyfriend because it was suggested by his friends (and we love…read morecocktails cos who doesn't!) and we wanted to try something new. Took us a while to find it actually! But when we got there it was worth it!! They have so many drinks on offer and they make them sooo well. The staff are friendly and it has a great atmosphere (tip: they have board games in the corner, such a great idea! Drunk connect 4 went down a treat!) My favourite cocktail was something to do with strawberries (it was the last one I had... Can you tell?!) the lychee mojito was insane as well! It's a kitschy, edgy and cosy place all at the same time and we had an amazing evening. Plus the cocktails are relatively inexpensive! Winners all round :)

From the owner: The East Village specialises in high end drinks in a relaxed atmosphere. Transporting you straight…read moreacross the pond to the Lower East Side of Manhattan.