The Dome
String pins on Sleaty Road
On the Laois side of Carlow town, in Barrow Valley Business Park on Sleaty Road, The Dome combines bowling with Congo Quest, an 8,000 sq ft jungle-themed soft play, plus a space-themed laser arena, a sports simulator and interactive darts.
Its lanes are Pins on Strings: the pins are tethered on strings, scoring runs on touchscreens, side bumpers are fitted and there are game modes beyond a standard frame. Every lane is wheelchair accessible, the activity page sets the minimum age at two, and up to six people share a lane. Groups of six or more children aged seven and over can book a two-hour birthday that pairs an hour of bowling with laser tag, the simulator or darts, plus hot food. The centre is linked to the Talbot Hotel Carlow, which sells Dome Stay & Play family breaks.
Booking a lane at The Dome
Anyone can book. Online bookings close 45 minutes before a slot, so ring 059 916 4311 for a last-minute lane.
Lanes from 11:00 to 21:00 daily
Bowling keeps the same 11:00 to 21:00 slot every day, while Congo Quest soft play runs from 09:30 to 18:00 in timed sessions.
Source: the venue's website (dome.ie), read 11 Nov 2026.
The Dome in brief
€36 for an hour at The Dome
Up to six bowlers share each slot; the site does not spell out 'per lane', so confirm the total at checkout.
Source: the venue's website (dome.ie), read 11 Nov 2026. Rates change; confirm before you go.
Barrow Valley Business Park
The Dome is in Barrow Valley Business Park on Sleaty Road, Graiguecullen, on the Laois side of Carlow town.
Barrow Valley Business Park, Sleaty Road, Graiguecullen, Co. Laois
Other lanes near Carlow
Bumpers, touchscreens and step-free lanes
- All lanes wheelchair accessible
- Side bumpers and touchscreen scoring
- Bowling birthdays from age 7
- Congo Café on site
Sources
- dome.ie · contact details
- bookings.dome.ie · online booking
- carlowtourism.com · bowling prices
- yourdaysout.com · venue details
Facts checked 11 Nov 2026 against the sources above. Not a live availability check.