North Chelmsford Lanes — Attraction in Chelmsford

Total 'dive' duckpin bowling alley in the basement that's a hundred years old with 6 lanes. Drove by it twice at night (it's on the left corner of the building). But... It's a cool little spot! John was super friendly to chat with. Cheap snacks and drinks available. There was a lip at the foul line I kept bouncing off which is why it's not 5 stars. Call first to make sure they're open for non league bowling and...

I stopped by North Chelmsford Duckpin Bowling Lanes on my morning walk and discovered that they just reopened! The new owner Mike was super nice and helped me get familiar with the quirks of duckpin and this historic alley, and the inside is like going back in time (in a good way!) Definitley stop by and check it out if you're in...

Only open on weekends (at least under current ownership). Current (early 2023) prices are $20/lane/hr or rent the whole place out (6 Lanes) for $100/hr. Shoes are $1/kid pair or $2/aduld pair. Super reasonably priced! Only downside: smells like smoke, so if you're an asthmatic/have strong responses to it you might...