New bosses are promising customers will reap the benefits as a leading national chain moves into the Namco Station.
The bowling and amusements complex in Luton’s Galaxy Centre has been taken over by Garland Leisure who will transform it into a 1st Bowl over the coming weeks.
Namco commercial director Phillip Millward explained their position: “Garland were willing to make a longer time commitment and a greater financial investment so we have taken the decision not to renew our lease.”
1st Bowl manager Matt Scotney said: “We’re bringing in newer machines, introducing new offers and customers will definitely see positive changes. ”
The Wimpy food outlet will remain open during the transition but is soon to be relaunched as Fat Sam’s Diner, the signature restaurant in most 1st Bowl centres.
Despite the takeover, existing staff will stay on in their current roles. Centre manager Brian Moore is positive about the changes the new owners will bring: “We’ve got some great ideas, we’re going to be getting in new DJs, introducing new events such as student nights. They are a much bigger company, their aim is to be number one in the country.”