Boom Battle Bar Eastbourne
Eastbourne, Sussex · Indoor Activity
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Our verdict
Kids
7.6/10
Novelty 8 · Fun Factor 8
Parents
5.8/10
Seating 6 · Sanity Preservation 6
Great for older kids and teens, but the fun comes with a fairly brutal price tag.
The long read worth saving for nap time
What’s it actually like?
Boom Battle Bar Eastbourne is an indoor activity venue focused on games rather than soft play. Reviews mention axe throwing, shuffleboard, pool and other bar-style activities, with staff scoring, coaching and keeping things moving. It sounds like the sort of place that suits a birthday treat, a teen outing or a parent-child challenge night, rather than a standard family afternoon. The big plus is the novelty. People loved the axe throwing, shuffleboard and the swing seating, and several reviewers praised the staff for being friendly, helpful and good at coaching beginners. It also seems easy to book, and midweek visits may be easier to fit in around the crowds. For older children and teens who want something a bit different, it looks genuinely good fun. The downsides are very parent familiar: it’s expensive, the food is only described as picky bits, and one reviewer felt the bar prices were steep enough to sting. Pool players noted poor lighting over the table, and one review complained that some cocktails were badly made. Also, axe throwing comes with the obvious alcohol restriction, so plan your order carefully if adults are drinking. This is not a cheap all-day family venue; it’s more of a treat-night place.
Two-minute orientation
Quick read
Indoor activity bar with axe throwing, shuffleboard, pool and other games. Best for older children, tweens and teens rather than little ones. Fun staff and a lively setup, but it’s pricey and food is limited.
Best for ages
Strong score for mixed-age siblings
The boring brilliant stuff
Need to know
Indoor vs outdoor split
Mostly indoor
Parking detail
Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.
Dog-friendly?
Probably not
Most indoor venues don't allow dogs. Worth confirming if you'd need to bring one.
Pram-friendly?
Likely yes
Indoor venues like this are typically pram-friendly.
Baby change?
Likely yes
Venues this size usually have baby change facilities.
Food on-site & BYO
Yes: Food available on-site — cafe or kiosk.
Locate it
Eastbourne, Sussex
THINGS PARENTS ASK
Common questions
What can children actually do here?
Reviews mention axe throwing, shuffleboard, pool and other games.
Is it suitable for younger children?
Not really. It sounds best for older children, tweens and teens.
Is there food on site?
Yes, but only 'picky' food was mentioned in reviews.
Is it good value?
Not especially. Several reviewers said it was pricey, with one spending over £250 for games and cocktails.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Real review quotes
"the axe throwing and Shuffleboard are addictive"
"It is expensive"
"friendly welcome from staff"