Throughout this post we will be breaking down the best bowling alleys and pro shops in Glasgow. Our main goal is to give you the info you are after whether you are a professional or just trying to have some fun at the lanes.
We can’t come up with a more practical way to begin this than by listing the best Glasgow bowling alleys. The majority of our readers are probably ready to hit the lanes right now making them the most logical place to start.
We’ll try to provide you with as much information as possible about what is available at each spot during our discussion of places to bowl near you. Some centers may host kids, adult, senior, or ladies leagues and tournaments and if so that will be noted.
Then we will discuss which alleys have cosmic bowling or are good for kid’s birthday parties, have laser tag, arcades, pool tables, or private rooms. Additionally we will try to fill you in on any specials, discounts, or happy hours for cheaper lane time in your area if we know about them.
Some alleys can be better for adults as they might have sports bars, live music, or just more of an adult party atmosphere. After that you will learn about where you can buy balls, bags, shoes, grips, finger inserts, and all kind of accessories at the best local bowling pro shops.
You can expect them to also be able to do things like drilling, plugging, fitting, resurfacing, cleaning and engraving. Towards the end you will even find an alley and pro shop map so you can get a better feel for the area, and you are all welcome to read more of our posts on this part of the world right there.
Best Bowling Alleys In Glasgow
The best Glasgow bowling alleys and centers are a good place to join a league, get some practice in, or just have some fun at the lanes:
- Hollywood Bowl at Springfield Quay
- Bowlarama at 22 Glassford St
- Tenpin Glasgow at King’s Inch Rd
The Hollywood Bowl includes 32 lanes, pool tables, arcade games, a bar, and one of the best bowling pro shops in your area plus they offer a VIP lane upgrade for only £3 per player for unlimited games.
Bowlarama features 10 fun lanes and offers a two game discount for only £13.50 and other great deals five days a week plus they have a bar that is open every day at 12pm.
There are 26 local bowling lanes with multi colored lights, neon bulbs, and many other additional amenities as well as pool tables, arcade games, and a bar at Tenpin where they also offer cheaper prices for up to three games on Friday nights after 6pm.
Best Local Pro Shops
When you need to buy a new ball or get some new gear the best bowling pro shops in your area are a good place to look:
- Lawn Bowling Shop -Bowls at 41 B Dundas St Entrance at Ave
- Taylor Bowls at 217 Bernard St
It is fair to assume that each of those bowling pro shops near you will be a good place to buy balls, bags, shoes, grips, league uniforms, finger inserts, cleaning kits, towels and more equipment. Drilling, plugging, fitting, resurfacing, cleaning, and engraving balls should also be possible.
Check out their links and make sure they provide the specific product or service you need at the moment, or just show up and browse around to see what is available.
Some of you may also want to read our posts on:
- Bowling Lanes in Edinburgh
- Bowling Lanes in Belfast
- Bowling Lanes in Newcastle upon Tyne
- Bowling Lanes in Leeds & Bradford
Have Fun Bowling In Glasgow
We really did do our best to break down the local scene for you today. Anyone that wants to head to an alley near you to have fun on the lanes, join a league, win a tournament, throw a kids birthday party, or enjoy the music and lights for a fun cosmic game you should have a much better understanding of what is available around town.
Now go have fun visiting the best bowling alleys and pro shops in Glasgow!