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Hollywood bowl in the 6 weeks holidays

Visited 3rd August 2026
3 hours
Family of 2 (1 adult, 1 kid)
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The Thomas Family

Canvey Island

Family of 5 (3 adults, 2 kids)

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I took my 8 year old out for an afternoon just the 2 of us. The first treat he chose was bowling. We headed to Hollwood bowl for this
VisitedAugust 2026
Time Spent3 hours
LocationUnit 19, Festival Way, Festival Leisure Park, Basildon, Essex, SS14 3WB
WhoFamily of 2 (1 adult, 1 kid)
TicketsAdvance booking required
Travel Time30 mins from Canvey Island
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Our Arrival & First Impressions

Choosing a ball

Hollywood bowl is only 20 mins or so from us so nice and easy. There is always plenty of parking and never feels overly busy. I had a discount code PASSPORT50 which gave us 50% off our bowling bill so it was a cheap activity. I think it was £18 for 2 games

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Activities Breakdown

Happy with his score

introductionw had 2 games of bowling which probably took an hour with just the 2 of us. There were plenty of balls to choose from and it was not very busy at all so we weren't rushed.

Afterwards Is of course the dreaded arcades. But as arcades go these ones aren't too painful. They are spread out so not cramped and horrible, no games were broken and there is alot of choice for all ages.

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    Bowling

    Obviously the bowling is great fun
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Food & Drink

optionsw didnt buy any food or drink here as we were going to lunch straight afterwards. But the bar was quiet and we have bought kids food here before which has always come out fast and hot

Money-Saving Tip

There are always different offers running for the bowling here including food which is worth doing if you are planning to eat here too

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Pros & Cons Summary

Positive

What We Loved

  • TickGreat value if using discount codes
  • TickVery clean
  • TickFriendly staff
  • TickFun arcades for after bowling
Negative

Could Be Better

  • CrossI actually don't really have any negatives.
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Overall Verdict & Ratings

A Tried & Tested - Day Out With The Kids
Safety & Cleanliness4.0

Very clean

Rides & Entertainment4.0

Great bowling and good arcades

Food & Drink3.0

We did not order this time

Queues & Crowds5.0

Great especially considering 6 weeks hols

Fun & Delight4.0

My 8 year old had a great time

Value for Money4.0

I think very reasonable

The Final Verdict:

Great afternoon out! Top tip, wear trainers and you don't have to wear bowling shoes haha

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"Great afternoon getting beat by an 8 year old! "
Stephanie Thomas
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