Pinball at Cave Activity Bar: Jaws, Foo Fighters, and More in Newquay

Cave Activity Bar is Newquay’s best venue for premium pinball machines. Whether you’re a serious pinball enthusiast, looking for a fun rainy-day activity in Cornwall, or just want something different from the usual arcade in Newquay, Cave is the place to play. With Jaws and Foo Fighters machines already live, and Harry Potter and Metallica coming soon, we’re building the ultimate pinball line-up in the South West.

At the moment you can play Jaws and Foo Fighters, with Harry Potter and Metallica coming soon. Here is a closer look at each machine and why pinball enthusiasts travel for the chance to play them.

Play Jaws Pinball in Newquay (Stern Pinball):

Based on one of the greatest thrillers of all time, Jaws Pinball transports players to Amity Island where the shark is always lurking. Stern’s game integrates all four Jaws films, with original sound effects, clips, and music by John Williams.

Gameplay highlights:

  • Motorised “Shark Fin” target and a custom Great White Shark toy that crashes through a boat

  • “Orca Boat” upper playfield with Lookout Tower ramp and ship’s wheel spinner

  • Dynamic lighting effects that create “blood in the water”

  • Original speech by Richard Dreyfuss

This is one of Stern’s most advanced machines to date, complete with Insider Connected online features for achievements, quests, and global leaderboards. For pinball fans, it is a must-play.

Foo Fighters Pinball in Cornwall – Premium Stern Machine

Created with input from the band themselves, Foo Fighters Pinball is like a rock concert and a Saturday morning cartoon rolled into one. With 15 tracks from across the band’s career, including Everlong, Best of You, Learn to Fly, and Monkey Wrench, it delivers high-energy action from start to finish.

Gameplay highlights:

  • A brand-new pinball universe where the band battles an alien Overlord

  • Area 51 upper playfield packed with fast-paced action

  • Hand-drawn comic-style artwork and custom animations

  • Lightshows synced to Foo Fighters’ biggest hits

It is fast, flowing, and full of surprises, whether you are a dedicated pinball player or simply a fan of the band.

Harry Potter Pinball in Cornwall: Collector’s Edition

Jersey Jack Pinball’s Harry Potter Collector’s Edition is already legendary. With cutting-edge design, immersive features, and film assets from all eight movies, it is a dream machine for both Harry Potter fans and pinball players.

Gameplay highlights:

  • Dual full-colour LCD screens, plus more than 1,200 RGB LEDs for spectacular light shows

  • Quidditch upper playfield, Whomping Willow toy, and Room of Requirement magnet gate

  • Grand Staircase kinetic sculpture with 13 exits

  • Sorting Hat, Fawkes save, Wand-ball locks, and more

  • Music and clips from the films, including John Williams’ score

Only a limited number are being produced worldwide, so having one in Cornwall makes Cave a must-visit for collectors and fans alike.

Find out more about this pinball machine: https://jerseyjackpinball.com/products/harry-potter-collectors-edition

Metallica Pinball Coming Soon to Cave Newquay

One of Stern’s most beloved machines has been completely remastered. The new Metallica edition brings upgraded electronics, playfield improvements, and an expanded soundtrack with 22 songs, eight more than the original release.

Gameplay highlights:

  • Classic “Sparky” toy, RGB-lit skulls, and UV effects across the playfield

  • Enhanced rule set with two new modes and the epic “Blackened” Wizard Mode

  • Over 1,000 new speech calls and callouts by the band themselves

  • Live concert footage and animations integrated into gameplay

For rock and pinball fans alike, this machine is an absolute icon and will soon be part of the Cave line-up.

Find out more about this machine here: https://sternpinball.com/game/metallica-remastered/ 

Connected Play with Stern Insider Connected

Both Jaws and Foo Fighters feature Stern Insider Connected, an online system that links players, machines, and venues worldwide. By creating a free account and scanning in when you play, you can:

  • Track your scores and progress

  • Unlock achievements and quests

  • Compete on local and global leaderboards

  • Discover other connected machines across the UK

At Cave, this means your pinball experience goes beyond one game. You can build a profile, see how you stack up against others, and return again and again to improve your rank.

You can register at insider.sternpinball.com

Why Pinball at Cave?

  • Newquay’s best venue to enjoy premium pinball machines

  • Play machines that bring legendary films and music to life in pinball form.

  • A unique feature alongside darts, shuffleboard, cocktails, and more

Whether you are a seasoned pinball player or just curious to give it a try, Cave Activity Bar is the new home of pinball in Cornwall.

Play Today

Come down to Cave and try Jaws and Foo Fighters for yourself, and keep an eye out for Metallica and Harry Potter arriving soon.

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Get in touch directly to plan your visit.

Phone: 01637 520726
Email: cavenewquay@gmail.com