THE "eagerly awaited" new £3.7million Hollywood Bowl complex opened today (Monday September 11) at the Merry Hill centre.

Located in the former TK Maxx unit on the upper mall near Bon Pan Asian Buffet it features 24 lanes including six exclusive VIP lanes, state-of-the-art amusements, and an LA style bar and diner.

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It also boasts pool tables and a lounge area for guests to relax and socialise and serves a selection of food and drinks, including American classics such as hot dogs, burgers, shakes and signature cocktails.

Scott Jones, Centre Manager at Hollywood Bowl Merry Hill, said: "A lot of work and enthusiasm has gone into this project and being part of Merry Hill as the focal point of the emerging leisure quarter and its entertainment offering is fantastic.

“We look forward to welcoming the families and friends of the area through the doors of our new state of the art bowling centre, to experience the true A-star treatment, especially in the run up to the festive season!”

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Jonathan Poole, Centre Manager at Merry Hill, said: “Hollywood Bowl is a massive addition to the centre and something we know our visitors have eagerly awaited.

"There’s serious fun awaiting the entire family; we know people will love relaxing and spending quality time here together.

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“The opening of Hollywood Bowl’s dazzling range of bowling and fun activities is another big step forward in adding to the existing leisure offering at the centre.

"With the cinema, and broad choice of eateries, like the recent success of the newly opened Wagamamas, and even more entertainment options to come, Merry Hill is so much more than a place to shop.”

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Guests can wear their own shoes to bowl in and should pre-book online to get the best prices.

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