Best Bowling Party London: Kids' Party Venues 2026
By Stefan
Planning a kids' party and wondering which bowling party London venue is actually the best? You're in the right place. A bowling party London is one of the easiest birthday wins for parents: bumpers up, shoes on, food brought to the lanes, and no clearing up afterwards. However, options vary a lot — from big national chains to boutique diner-and-lanes spots. So, as part of our party venue guides, we ranked every kids bowling party London option on PartyFind by its live review score, so you can book the right one with confidence.
At a glance: the best Bowling Party London top 3
| Rank | Venue | Rating | Why it wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 1 | All Star Lanes – Stratford | ⭐ 4.2/5 (3,915, Google) | Highest-rated here; a 2-hour diner-and-lanes package |
| 🥈 2 | Hollywood Bowl – Finchley | ⭐ 4.1/5 (4,626, Google) | The most-reviewed lanes on the list; slick all-in package |
| 🥉 3 | All Star Lanes – Brick Lane | ⭐ 4.1/5 (3,349, Google) | Buzzy Shoreditch venue with a 2-hour bowling-and-food party |
How we ranked these venues
First, we pulled every bowling party venues london listed on PartyFind, then ranked them on one consistent basis. In short, here's the method:
- Ranked by live review score, highest first, so the best-rated bowling party london sits at the top.
- Verified each venue is currently open and trading before including it.
- Checked the party details — what's included, timings, food and age range — for every option here.
What is a Kids Bowling Party London like?
A bowling session keeps things simple: a lane or two reserved for your group (usually with bumpers for younger children), a set number of games, then food at the table. In addition, most bowling party venues London offers bundle a package with food and drinks, printable invites and sometimes a VIP lane or private area. Furthermore, packages are usually priced for around 6–10 children with a per-child add-on, and most suit ages 4–12. Before you book any childrens bowling party London option, check the minimum guest number, whether food is included, and whether you get a dedicated host or simply a reserved lane.
Bowling Party London: the full ranking
1. All Star Lanes – Stratford
Rating: ⭐ 4.2/5 (3,915 reviews, Google)
Location: Westfield Stratford, East London
The highest-rated lanes on the list — a stylish Westfield Stratford venue that pairs boutique bowling with a proper diner, ideal for a fuss-free birthday.
For the party: Kids Party (£105 for 6, +£17.50 per extra child): 2 hours with bowling plus a hot meal and dessert in the retro diner-and-lanes setting.
What parents say: Parents like the diner food and easy all-in format; it's a busy spot, so book ahead at weekends.
Links: View on PartyFind · Official website
2. Hollywood Bowl – Finchley
Rating: ⭐ 4.1/5 (4,626 reviews, Google)
Location: Finchley, North London
The most-reviewed venue here — a big, buzzy Hollywood Bowl with top-quality lanes and an easy all-in kids' package.
For the party: Kids (£96.90) or Ultimate (£115.90) package: 1.5 hrs bowling for 10 with food, drinks and printable invites; Ultimate adds a return voucher, and a VIP lane or ice cream can be added.
What parents say: A dependable family favourite; smooth, well-run parties, with the odd peak-time wait for lanes.
Links: View on PartyFind
3. All Star Lanes – Brick Lane
Rating: ⭐ 4.1/5 (3,349 reviews, Google)
Location: Brick Lane, East London
A characterful East London All Star Lanes with retro lanes and a diner menu — a lively spot in the Shoreditch area.
For the party: Kids Party (£105 for 6, +£17.50 per extra child): 2 hours with bowling plus a hot meal and dessert in the retro diner-and-lanes setting.
What parents say: Parents rate the food and the retro vibe; as with any central venue, weekends get busy.
Links: View on PartyFind · Official website
4. Hollywood Bowl – Tolworth
Rating: ⭐ 4.0/5 (2,275 reviews, Google)
Location: Tolworth, Surbiton (SW London)
A large 32-lane Hollywood Bowl in south-west London, running the same reliable kids' package.
For the party: Kids (£96.90) or Ultimate (£115.90) package: 1.5 hrs bowling for 10 with food, drinks and printable invites; Ultimate adds a return voucher, and a VIP lane or ice cream can be added.
What parents say: Plenty of lanes keeps waits down; parents rate the smooth, hands-off parties.
Links: View on PartyFind
5. All Star Lanes – Holborn
Rating: ⭐ 4.0/5 (2,059 reviews, Google)
Location: Holborn / Bloomsbury, Central London
The original All Star Lanes in Bloomsbury — central, characterful and handy for a bowling birthday party London.
For the party: Kids Party (£105 for 6, +£17.50 per extra child): 2 hours with bowling plus a hot meal and dessert in the retro diner-and-lanes setting.
What parents say: Parents like the central location and diner food; a solid, well-run choice.
Links: View on PartyFind · Official website
6. Hollywood Bowl – Dagenham
Rating: ⭐ 4.0/5 (1,702 reviews, Google)
Location: Dagenham, East London
A family-friendly 20-lane Hollywood Bowl in east London running the standard kids' package.
For the party: Kids (£96.90) or Ultimate (£115.90) package: 1.5 hrs bowling for 10 with food, drinks and printable invites; Ultimate adds a return voucher, and a VIP lane or ice cream can be added.
What parents say: A dependable local option; families rate the easy, all-in parties.
Links: View on PartyFind
7. All Star Lanes – White City
Rating: ⭐ 4.0/5 (1,307 reviews, Google)
Location: Westfield London, White City (West London)
All Star Lanes inside Westfield London — convenient for west-London families and one of the more central bowling party venues London offers.
For the party: Kids Party (£105 for 6, +£17.50 per extra child): 2 hours with bowling plus a hot meal and dessert in the retro diner-and-lanes setting.
What parents say: Handy for a shopping-centre party; parents rate the food and all-in format.
Links: View on PartyFind · Official website
8. Hollywood Bowl – Surrey Quays
Rating: ⭐ 3.9/5 (3,493 reviews, Google)
Location: Surrey Quays, South East London
A handy Docklands-side Hollywood Bowl with a bar for parents while the kids bowl.
For the party: Kids (£96.90) or Ultimate (£115.90) package: 1.5 hrs bowling for 10 with food, drinks and printable invites; Ultimate adds a return voucher, and a VIP lane or ice cream can be added.
What parents say: Convenient and reliable; busiest at weekends, so book early.
Links: View on PartyFind
9. Hollywood Bowl – The O2
Rating: ⭐ 3.9/5 (1,637 reviews, Google)
Location: Greenwich Peninsula (The O2)
A stylish 12-lane Hollywood Bowl inside The O2, easy to pair with other Peninsula attractions.
For the party: Kids (£96.90) or Ultimate (£115.90) package: 1.5 hrs bowling for 10 with food, drinks and printable invites; Ultimate adds a return voucher, and a VIP lane or ice cream can be added.
What parents say: Great location by the O2; smaller centre, so lanes can fill up — book off-peak.
Links: View on PartyFind
Tips for booking a Bowling Birthday Party London parents will love
Finally, a few things to lock in before you book:
- Book early — the best slots at weekends and in school holidays fill up fast.
- Confirm the minimum guest number; many bowling party venues london price from around 6 or 10 kids.
- Check exactly what's included — food, private time and any extras vary between bowling party venues london packages.
- Match the venue to the age group so the kids bowling party london suits every child coming.
All venues above were verified as open and trading before publishing. No permanently closed venues appeared in the current London bowling listing.
So, which venue should you book? On the numbers, All Star Lanes Stratford is the top-rated option for a kids' party, with Hollywood Bowl Finchley and All Star Lanes Brick Lane close behind. Ultimately, pick whichever is nearest — the chains run a very similar package at every branch. Meanwhile, for a bowling birthday party London on a budget the Hollywood Bowl centres are hard to beat, while All Star Lanes adds a diner twist for older kids. Whichever bowling party London venue you choose, book ahead, confirm the guest minimum, and check whether food is included.
Disclaimer
Ratings are the venue review scores shown on PartyFind (sourced from Google) as of July 2026, ranked highest first with review count as the tiebreaker; all venues were trading at the time of writing. Prices and package details come from each venue's PartyFind listing and official site — always confirm the latest with the venue when you book.
About the authors
Stefan
Writer — Co Founder at PartyFind
Stefan is a big kid at heart who loves a good celebration! As a Co-Founder and our resident Party Finder expert, he’s the brains behind helping you discover the coolest venues across the UK. Stefan believes every child deserves a legendary birthday, and he’s dedicated to helping parents skip the stress and go straight to the fun.
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