Hammerson welcomes £4.5m fit-out works by Hollywood Bowl at The Oracle

Hammerson is pleased to confirm that fit-out works have now commenced by Hollywood Bowl at The Oracle, Reading, with plans confirmed for its opening this summer. Investing £4.5m and delivering 50 new jobs to the area, the new opening will include cutting-edge entertainment, including a 24 bowling lanes, amusements and themed bar and diner.

Hollywood Bowl is a welcome addition to existing leisure and F&B experiences on offer at The Oracle. With a mix of restaurants, bars, cafes and a cinema already well established, Hollywood Bowl will offer customers a new high-quality experience while boosting the leisure exposure on the Riverside and enhancing the late night economy.

This latest opening is part of Hammerson's repositioning of The Oracle, including the repurposing of a former department store, enhancement of the unique riverside experience and broadening the F&B offering. In total, around 40% of the asset or 320,000 sq ft is in scope, making this Hammerson's most significant transformation project to date.

Rita-Rose Gagné, CEO of Hammerson, said: "We are proud to be partnering with Hollywood Bowl and delighted by their level of commitment and scale of investment. It's a major endorsement of the strength of The Oracle, its catchment and the demand we have built over the years, offering a thriving destination for visitors, day and night. It also represents the latest phase of proactive repositioning of The Oracle as we continue to attract leading brands and operators."

Stephen Burns, CEO of Hollywood Bowl Group, added: "We are pleased to announce the opening of our new centre at The Oracle in Reading, marking a key step in our strategic growth and expansion across the UK. This new location reflects our commitment to enhancing our presence and offering high-quality entertainment facilities. Located in the heart of Reading, this centre is designed to serve a wide range of visitors, from families and friends to corporate groups."