Riverside Entertainment, Norwich Travel Guide

Free Guide: Norwich's ultimate entertainment hub: trampolines, bowling, cinema, dining, and riverside vibes for endless family fun and nightlife thrills.

A brief summary of Riverside Entertainment

Norwich's ultimate entertainment hub: trampolines, bowling, cinema, dining, and riverside vibes for endless family fun and nightlife thrills.

Riverside Entertainment in Norwich is a vibrant leisure complex packed with fun for all ages. Featuring a trampoline park, bowling alley, cinema, restaurants, pubs, and more, it's the ultimate spot for family outings, date nights, or group adventures right by the River Wensum. Open daily from 6am, with individual venues varying hours.

1.5–5 hrsTime to spend
$$Mid-range
IndoorSetting
5 / 5Mobile signal

On-site amenities

  • Restrooms
  • Food options
  • Drink options
  • Seating areas
  • Sheltered areas
4.2 Very good · 5,805 Google reviews
Plan your visit

Opening hours

  • Every day6 am–12 am

Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.

Address
Koblenz Ave, Norwich NR1 1WT
Phone
Website

Getting there

Public Transport

Directly opposite Norwich Railway Station (2-min walk). Frequent trains from London (2hrs), Cambridge (1.5hrs). Buses stop nearby at Norwich Bus Station (10-min walk). Cost: £5-20 one-way.

Car

Multi-storey car park on-site. Free with ticket validation at Odeon, Gravity, Hollywood Bowl, PureGym (up to 5hrs, then £21 max). Sat Nav: NR1 1WT. 10-min drive from city center.

Walking/Cycling

5-min walk from Norwich Castle or city center along riverside paths. Bike racks available. Free and scenic.

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Overview

Riverside Entertainment is Norwich's premier leisure destination, located on Koblenz Avenue opposite the train station. This expansive complex combines shopping, dining, and high-energy activities under one roof, making it a go-to for locals and visitors seeking entertainment. Home to top brands like Gravity Active trampoline park, Hollywood Bowl bowling, Odeon Cinema, and a variety of eateries including Wagamama, Bella Italia, and Estabulo Rodizio, it offers something for every taste and age group.

Activities and Attractions

Thrill-seekers head to Gravity Active for wall-to-wall trampolining, climbing walls, and ultimate wipeout challenges. Bowling enthusiasts enjoy 26 lanes at Hollywood Bowl with an American diner vibe. Movie lovers catch the latest blockbusters at Odeon with IMAX, iSense, and luxury seating options. Mr Mulligans provides crazy golf, electro-darts, ping pong, and pool tables for casual fun. PureGym offers fitness facilities for those wanting to stay active.

Dining Options

Fuel up at diverse restaurants ranging from Nando's peri-peri to Brazilian rodizio at Estabulo, Asian fusion at Wagamama, and Italian at Bella Italia. Pubs and bars provide relaxed spots for drinks, with many venues open late into the night. Outdoor seating by the riverside enhances al fresco dining in good weather.

Practical Information

The site is easily accessible, with a multi-storey car park (free validation at select venues like Odeon and Gravity). Public transport is convenient via Norwich station. Open 6am to midnight daily, though individual businesses have varying hours—check ahead for specifics. Family-friendly with options for kids' parties and group bookings.

Why Visit

Whether planning a full day out or evening entertainment, Riverside delivers non-stop excitement in a convenient location. Its mix of adrenaline activities, cinematic escapes, and global cuisines ensures repeat visits for families, friends, and couples alike.

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Best time to go

Quietest: Jan, Feb & Mar · at 2am or at 3am or at 4am

How busy it gets, month by month Estimated
  1. Jan: 60% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
  2. Feb: 60% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
  3. Mar: 70% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
  4. Apr: 70% of the busiest month
  5. May: 80% of the busiest month
  6. Jun: 80% of the busiest month
  7. Jul: 90% of the busiest month
  8. Aug: 100% of the busiest month
  9. Sep: 80% of the busiest month
  10. Oct: 80% of the busiest month
  11. Nov: 70% of the busiest month
  12. Dec: 90% of the busiest month
How busy it gets, hour by hour Estimated
  1. 12am: 30% of the busiest hour
  2. 1am: 20% of the busiest hour
  3. 2am: 10% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest
  4. 3am: 10% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest
  5. 4am: 10% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest
  6. 5am: 10% of the busiest hour
  7. 6am: 20% of the busiest hour
  8. 7am: 30% of the busiest hour
  9. 8am: 40% of the busiest hour
  10. 9am: 50% of the busiest hour
  11. 10am: 60% of the busiest hour
  12. 11am: 70% of the busiest hour
  13. 12pm: 80% of the busiest hour
  14. 1pm: 80% of the busiest hour
  15. 2pm: 90% of the busiest hour
  16. 3pm: 90% of the busiest hour
  17. 4pm: 80% of the busiest hour
  18. 5pm: 70% of the busiest hour
  19. 6pm: 80% of the busiest hour
  20. 7pm: 90% of the busiest hour
  21. 8pm: 90% of the busiest hour
  22. 9pm: 100% of the busiest hour
  23. 10pm: 80% of the busiest hour
  24. 11pm: 50% of the busiest hour

Busy times are Evendo estimates for a typical year, to help you plan. Actual crowds vary with events, school holidays and the weather.

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