At TVC Leisure, we specialise in helping pubs, bars, and hospitality venues make the most of their available space. As experienced gaming machine suppliers and interactive darts systems suppliers, we work with venues across the UK to create engaging entertainment areas that help improve customer experience and generate additional revenue.
A recent project saw us work with a pub in Surrey that wanted to transform an underused restaurant area into a modern sports bar and games room.
The site came to us with a clear challenge. They had a section of the pub that was no longer being used to its full potential, and they wanted to turn it into a more active, profitable space. Rather than leaving the area quiet, the venue wanted to create a fresh entertainment zone that would encourage customers to stay longer, spend more, and return more often.
While the area was still being used occasionally, it wasn’t delivering the same value as other parts of the venue. The management team recognised that the space had potential, but it needed a clear purpose. Rather than simply adding more seating or making cosmetic changes, they wanted to create a destination within the pub that would give customers another reason to visit.
After discussing the venue’s goals and the available space, it became clear that a dedicated games room would be the ideal solution. The aim was to create a lively, welcoming area where customers could socialise, enjoy a drink, and take part in a range of entertainment activities.
With the growing popularity of competitive socialising, the venue wanted to create an entertainment space that would appeal to a wide range of customers and make better use of an underperforming area.
Bringing Interactive Darts to the Venue
A key part of the brief was interactive darts. The pub wanted to introduce a competitive socialising experience that would appeal to groups, friends, teams and casual visitors looking for something fun to do while enjoying drinks and food.
As trusted interactive darts systems suppliers, TVC Leisure was able to provide a solution that brought energy, atmosphere and a strong new attraction to the venue.
Interactive darts has become increasingly popular because it offers something familiar while adding a modern twist. Automated scoring, multiple game modes and digital displays make the experience accessible to players of all abilities. Customers can simply step up and play without needing to keep score themselves, making the games quicker and more enjoyable.
For the venue, interactive darts offered a way to make the space feel active and engaging throughout the week. It provides an activity that works equally well for small groups, work colleagues, sports teams and customers looking for something different on a night out.
One of the major benefits for venues is that our interactive darts systems are supplied with no upfront costs and no installation charges. Instead, they are provided on a fixed weekly rental, making it easier for pubs and bars to introduce a high-impact entertainment feature without a large initial investment.
The Entertainment Package
Following a full assessment of the venue and its objectives, TVC Leisure supplied and installed:
- 3 x Digital Gaming Machines
- 3 x Interactive Darts Systems
- 1 x Pool Table
- 1 x Digital Jukebox
Together, these additions completely changed the feel and purpose of the area. What was once an underused restaurant space has now become a lively games room, giving the pub a modern entertainment offer for both existing customers and new visitors.
Each item was selected to help create a space that would appeal to a wide range of customers. Rather than relying on a single attraction, the venue wanted a mix of entertainment options that would encourage people to spend more time in the area and return regularly.
Why This Combination Works
The three digital gaming machines provide an additional source of entertainment while generating valuable revenue for the venue. As experienced gaming machine suppliers, we understand the important role gaming machines continue to play within pubs, clubs and hospitality venues across the UK.
The interactive darts systems bring a more social and competitive element to the room. They create an experience that encourages groups to get involved and often become a focal point of the evening.
The pool table adds another popular activity that appeals to both casual players and more regular customers. Pool remains one of the most popular pub games in the country and continues to be a reliable addition to many venues. It provides a simple but effective way to encourage repeat visits and can even support local competitions and leagues.
Alongside the games equipment, the digital jukebox helps create the right atmosphere. Music plays an important role in any venue, and giving customers the opportunity to select tracks helps create a more engaging and enjoyable environment.
Together, these products work as a complete entertainment package, ensuring there is always something for customers to enjoy.
Making Better Use of Available Space
One of the most rewarding aspects of this project was seeing how quickly the area was transformed.
The space had originally been intended as a restaurant area, but customer demand had changed over time. Rather than allowing the room to remain underused, the pub chose to invest in a solution that better matched what their customers were looking for.
The new games room now gives visitors a reason to spend time in a part of the venue that may previously have been overlooked. It has helped create a different atmosphere within the pub and provides another option for customers beyond simply eating and drinking.
Projects like this demonstrate how even a relatively small change in how a space is used can have a significant impact on a venue’s overall offering.
The Results
Since the transformation, the venue has seen a positive impact on sales. The games room has helped increase customer dwell time, created more reasons for people to visit, and added extra revenue opportunities through gaming machines, interactive darts, pool and music.
The venue now has a dedicated entertainment space that complements the rest of the pub and provides customers with a more varied experience. The room has become a valuable part of the business and demonstrates how underperforming areas can often be reimagined with the right equipment and planning.
For the pub, the project has delivered exactly what they set out to achieve. A previously underused area has been given a new lease of life, creating a space that is both enjoyable for customers and commercially beneficial for the business.
Looking to Transform Your Venue?
This project is a great example of how working with the right gaming machine suppliers and interactive darts systems suppliers can help venues turn underperforming areas into profitable entertainment spaces.
Whether you are looking to add digital gaming machines, interactive darts systems, pool tables, jukeboxes or a full games room concept, TVC Leisure can help design, supply and install a setup that works for your venue.
We provide free site surveys to help pubs, bars, clubs and hospitality venues identify the best equipment for their space.
You can also explore our full range of entertainment solutions and products available for pubs, clubs and hospitality venues.
With no upfront costs, no installation charges and a fixed weekly rental on our interactive darts systems, upgrading your venue has never been easier.
Call TVC Leisure today to arrange a free site survey on 01189 121 042.
