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Bugsy's Tenpin Bowling

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Open Monday 5pm-8pm / Tuesday - Thursday 12pm-8pm / Friday 12pm - 10pm / Saturday 10am- 10pm and Sunday 10am to 8pm

Bugsy's Bowling is a friendly, family-run bowling alley situated just a few minutes' walk from the sandy beaches of Margate.

As well as bowling, Bugsy's also features a fully licensed bar, a diner serving fresh food throughout the day, plus a gaming arcade including air-hockey, racing games, dance machine and much more. There's also a pool area, featuring four pool tables, a pro-Shop, and free on-site parking.

Since its acquisition in 2008 by two families of enthusiastic bowlers, Bugsy's has been totally transformed into a great tenpin bowling, entertainment and dining centre.

Bugsy's Bowling includes a well-stocked bar and a diner serving fresh food and snacks - great whether you’re looking for a bite to eat and a drink while you bowl, or for a place to relax with friends after a game. See website for the menu.

Bugsy's cater for birthday parties, groups, and work events, with several packages available. These can be customised to create your own packages by adding extras.

They also have several leagues and a coaching scheme for children, led by an International Championship-winning coach.

With so much to do Bugsy's hope you’ll join them soon!

 

Access Information

New purpose-built, step-free entrance for wheelchair users, and anybody with mobility issues, can be accessed via the Edgar Road (CT9 3EA) entrance, where there is also on-street parking.

There is a ramp leading directly to the bowling concourse.

Separate wheelchair-friendly accessible toilet facilities.

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Address

Bugsy's Tenpin Bowling Ethelbert Crescent Margate
CT9 2DY

Contact

hello@bugsys.co.uk 01843 228632

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Opening Times

Monday 5pm-8pm / Tuesday - Thursday 12pm-8pm / Friday 12pm - 10pm / Saturday 10am- 10pm and Sunday 10am to 8pm

Accessible parking
Accessible toilets
Coaches welcome
Conference / Meeting facilities
Credit cards accepted
Groups welcome
Guide Dogs, Hearing Dogs and Registered Assistance Dogs welcome
Restaurant / cafe / tea shop / catering facilities
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Step-free access

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