Roxy Ball Room York The Stonebow
ENTRY
from £8
WHERE
York
What it’s like
An over-18s games bar in York where you book lanes for duck pin bowling, crazy pool, tech darts or shuffleboard and settle in for the night.
This one's strictly for the grown-ups. Roxy Ball Room runs on a Challenge 25 policy and under-18s aren't allowed in at all, so leave the kids elsewhere and treat this as a night out with mates or a slightly competitive date.
Once you're in, the choice is the fun part. Duck pin bowling and crazy pool (a mash-up of crazy golf and pool) sit alongside tech darts, shuffleboard, ping pong and an ice-free curling rink, with a batting cage for anyone who fancies swinging for it. Off-peak prices start at £8 a head for most games, though the batting cage jumps to £48 an hour and ice-free curling is £32, so it pays to check what you're booking before you commit a whole evening to it. If you can't pick just one, the Mix & Match options let you try two or three activities for £18 or £24 a person, which feels like the smarter way in if you're a group that can't agree.
Food runs to American-style pizzas, burgers, wings and sides, with a full bar doing cocktails, draught beer and mocktails for anyone driving or just pacing themselves. It's card only throughout, so don't turn up expecting to pay cash at the bar. Gaming tables are worth booking ahead online since walk-ins only get a spot if there's space, while drinking tables and beer pong are more first come first served.
Dress code is a small faff worth knowing about: sportswear, football shirts and joggers aren't allowed in. Fancy dress is fine as long as it's tasteful. Opening hours stretch late on Thursday to Saturday nights, running past midnight, while Sunday wraps up earlier at 10pm.
Facilities
Need to know
- Booking
- Gaming tables: advance booking recommended
- Food
- American-style pizzas, burgers, chicken wings and sides
- It's card only throughout, so leave the cash at home.
- Book gaming tables online in advance if you want a guaranteed spot.
- Sportswear and joggers aren't allowed in, so skip the gym kit.
- Opening times can shift around school holidays and bank holidays.
Plan your visit
Is this an over-18s only venue?
Yes, it operates a strict Challenge 25 policy and under-18s can't be accommodated at all.
How much does it cost?
Most games are £8 a person off peak, with pricier options like ice-free curling at £32 an hour and the batting cage at £48 an hour. Mix & Match packages of two or three activities run £18 to £24 a head.
Do we need to book?
Gaming tables are best booked online in advance. Drinking tables and beer pong are more walk-in friendly, though booking online is an option there too.
What food is available?
American-style pizzas, burgers, chicken wings and sides, plus a bar with cocktails, draught beer, cider and mocktails.
Can I pay by cash?
The bars are cashless and take all major cards.
Is there a dress code?
Sportswear including football shirts and jogging bottoms isn't allowed. Tasteful fancy dress is fine.
What are the opening hours?
Monday to Wednesday it's 1pm to 11pm, Thursday 12pm to midnight, Friday 12pm to 12:30am, Saturday 11am to 12:30am and Sunday 12pm to 10pm.
Do I need my own bowling shoes?
You can wear your own as long as they're flat-soled and non-marking, otherwise bowling shoes are available at the games desk.
Do you show live sport?
Sky and TNT sports are shown, with national events on terrestrial TV at selected venues.
Can I book a table just for food?
General dining doesn't need a booking, though for group parties it's best to contact the venue directly to arrange food reservations.
Is the shuffleboard powder allergy safe?
It contains walnut shell rather than the walnut itself, so it carries fewer allergens, though allergic reaction is still possible if absorbed orally.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
It has wheelchair access and an accessible toilet.
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