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Ashby Bowl

A family-run bowling centre with 12 lanes, arcade games, pool lounge, and a licensed bar — ideal for casual fun and group events.

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Ashby Bowl is an independent ten-pin bowling venue in the heart of Ashby, Scunthorpe. It features 12 lanes, a pool lounge, air hockey, and a variety of arcade machines for all ages.

The centre includes a café serving hot and cold food, plus a fully licensed bar with Sky and BT Sports. A dedicated function room is available for hire, and the venue regularly hosts themed nights, live music, and birthday parties.

Facilities include accessible toilets, baby changing, and free parking to the rear. The venue is partially accessible and offers a welcoming atmosphere for families, groups, and league players.

Check their website and Facebook page for opening hours, special offers, and event listings.

Opening hours

Open daily: Monday–Thursday 10:00–23:00, Friday–Saturday 10:00–00:00, Sunday 09:30–23:30

Facilities

  • Accessible
  • Baby changing
  • Café
  • Licensed bar
  • Live sports
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
  • Special events

Contact details

Ashby Bowl, 170 Grange Lane South, Scunthorpe, DN16 3BJ
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Events at Ashby Bowl...

Lively group of adults gathered around a rustic wooden table in a cozy café, sharing stories and hearty laughter over steaming cups of coffee, one person gesturing animatedly while telling a story, others leaning in with engaged expressions, comfortable armchairs and soft lighting creating a warm atmosphere, with sunlight streaming through large windows highlighting the genuine camaraderie of the moment
Ashby Bowl

LGBTQ+ Social Group

next on 16 August 2026
time 13:00 - 15:00
schedule repeating

Supporting our local LGBTQ+ Community, friends and family within North Lincolnshire and surrounding area.

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