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Bowling in Sheffield

Bowling night in Sheffield mostly means one stop: Hollywood Bowl, a short drive from the centre. Twenty-six lanes with bumpers and lightweight balls for smaller hands, then arcade games and pool tables once the scores are in. It's set up for a proper group outing, with free parking on site so you're not hunting for a space beforehand. If you're going with toddlers or younger kids, ask about bumpers when you book, since booking ahead is required rather than just turning up. It's card only, so leave the cash at home. There's accessible toilets and blue badge parking too, which is handy if anyone in your group needs them. Once the last frame's done, the arcade and pool tables give you a reason to hang about a bit longer.

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