Hollywood glitz hits Gunwharf Quays as the brand-new Hollywood Bowl opens its doors after a whopping £750,000 makeover. The revamped 26-lane bowling hotspot, formerly known as Bowlplex, unveiled in style last night with a VIP bash featuring a Marilyn Monroe lookalike and a host of local celebs and media.
Hollywood Style and Star-Studded VIP Lanes
The transformation is slick, with a full rebrand and a shiny new Hollywood Diner serving up gourmet hot dogs, juicy burgers, and retro milk bottle shakes. Diners can also indulge in signature desserts while soaking up the American diner vibe.
Next door, a fresh American-style bar shakes things up with killer cocktails. But the crowning glory? Four ultra-glam VIP bowling lanes named after legends – ‘Marilyn Monroe’, ‘Han Solo’, ‘Audrey Hepburn’, and ‘Elvis’. These plush, roped-off lanes sit behind luxury red curtains, offering bowlers exclusive access to funky coloured pins and pool-style bowling balls.
Fancy a VIP experience? Book these lanes by phone or upgrade on arrival for just £1 extra a game per person.
Perfect Spot for Parties and Play
With 26 lanes ready to roll and plenty of chill-out spots in the diner and bar, Hollywood Bowl portsmouth/" title="Portsmouth" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Portsmouth is perfect for all kinds of fun—family days, kids’ parties, nights out, or work socials.
The friendly staff are always ready to help set up ramps and bumpers, giving kids a fighting chance to beat the adults. Plus, the amusement arcade has been pimped out with the latest games like Jurassic Park and MOTO GP Bikes, alongside timeless fan favourites such as Crossy Road and crane games stuffed with movie-themed prizes.
Rack Up Prizes and Goodies
Players can collect tickets from arcade games and swap them for cool prizes—from sweets to remote control Bugattis. Reece Badger, Hollywood Bowl Portsmouth GM, said, “We’re buzzing about the makeover. This world-class bowling experience is exactly what Portsmouth’s been waiting for.”
Colin Wilding, Gunwharf Quays GM, added, “Hollywood Bowl fits perfectly with our mix of retail and leisure. Visitors can shop, dine by the waterfront, and now enjoy this top-tier bowling venue. It’s set to be a game changer for the south coast.”
