Hollywood Bowl Group (LSE:BOWL) reported total revenue of £261.6 million for the year ended 30 September 2026, an increase of 4.3% and a record for the group.
UK revenue increased 3.5% to £219.9 million. The company said trading during the second half was affected by weather conditions, while its performance during the year also reflected cost controls and dynamic pricing.
In Canada, revenue increased 9.0%, supported by new centre openings and an improvement in like-for-like sales.
Hollywood Bowl expects adjusted profit before tax growth for the year to be in line with market expectations.
The group finished the financial year with net cash of £13.5 million after completing a £2.9 million share buyback.
Centre Estate Set to Reach 103 Sites in FY27
Hollywood Bowl opened four new centres during FY26 as it continued to expand its estate in the UK and Canada.
The group currently operates 95 centres and expects its pipeline of new openings to take the estate to 103 sites during FY27.
Its longer-term expansion plans target an estate of 130 centres by 2033.
Hollywood Bowl said it will continue investing in new locations and upgrades to its existing centres as part of its expansion strategy.
About Hollywood Bowl
Hollywood Bowl Group operates ten-pin bowling and family entertainment centres across the UK and Canada.
The group operates 95 centres and generates revenue from activities including bowling and associated leisure and hospitality services.
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