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Whole Venue at Hollywood Bowl - Colchester

Bowling Alley
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Whole venue
United Way, Unit L4, Northern Gateway Leisure Park, Colchester, CO4 5UP –
Colchester
Up to 281
seats
Up to 450
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Hollywood Bowl - Colchester is an American‑themed tenpin bowling centre centred on a social, lane-focused layout.

Design: Interior spaces combine dark ceilings and wood-effect flooring with bright LED accents and star-motif wall panels. Large overhead scorer screens and illuminated lane markers create a high-contrast, lively visual rhythm.

Features: Bowling lanes share the site with an on-site American-style diner and a variety of amusements including arcade machines, pool tables and an upstairs crazy golf area. A dedicated VIP/party area and lane-side food-and-drink ordering are available alongside Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, a PA system, accessible toilets, wheelchair access and a step‑free entrance. Music can be supplied through the venue system or hosts may bring their own DJ.

Ideal for: Families and friend groups seeking a relaxed, activity-led social outing that mixes seated time and active play.

What guests say: The centre is consistently kept clean and the staff are attentive. The arcade, mini golf and other amusements provide entertainment across age groups.

Prices

Monday
11:00 – 23:00
from £1200 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £2000 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 18:00
from £1200 + £500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
11:00 – 23:00
from £1200 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £2000 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 18:00
from £1200 + £500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £2400 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 18:00
from £1500 + £500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £2400 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 18:00
from £1500 + £500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. All prices include VAT.
Friday
11:00 – 0:00
from £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £5000 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
11:00 – 18:00
from £2000 + £750 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
10:00 – 0:00
from £7500 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £7500 + £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 18:00
from £7500 + £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
10:00 – 23:00
from £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £5000 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 18:00
from £6500 + £2500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 450
  • Dining
    up to 281
  • Cabaret
    up to 90

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
American cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Flatscreen TV
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Free parking is available on-site
  • Paid parking is available on-site
  • Mini Golf
  • Pool Tables
  • Arcade Games
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Natural light
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Accessible parking spot available
  • Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • No wedding licence
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

- Damage to the space will result in extra charge.
- No smoking in the building.

About Hollywood Bowl - Colchester

Hollywood Bowl - Colchester is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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