New £2.8m Hollywood Bowl entertainment venue opens in Liverpool in November creating 30 new jobs. Tony McDonough reports

Hollywood Bowl Group has announced its new £2.8m attraction will open at New Mersey retail park in Speke on Friday, November 30.

Creating 30 new jobs, the venue will offer 16 bowling lanes including high-tech scoring and wireless phone charges on all lanes. Its amusement area will offer games such as Mario Kart as well as family favourites such as air hockey and racing games.

Also included is an US-style bar and diner. This will feature a selection of food and drinks, including American classics such as hot dogs, burgers, shakes and signature cocktails.

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Jenny Hares, centre manager at Hollywood Bowl Speke, said: “We’re so excited to be bringing the renowned Hollywood Bowl experience and a glitzy new centre to the people of Liverpool.

“Hollywood Bowl has built a strong reputation for delivering affordable and exciting entertainment experiences across the UK. We can’t wait to welcome family and friends from across the city to have fun and make memories together.”

Bookings are now being taken ahead of the opening. People wear their own shoes to bowl in and are encouraged to pre-book their bowling experience in advance.

Russell Hall, centre manager at New Mersey, added: “We’re excited to welcome Hollywood Bowl to the retail park. It’s a fantastic addition to our leisure offering and gives visitors another great way to spend quality time with family and friends.”