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Quite a Scottish thing to say yous instead of you. If I ever did it, my teacher mum would always say ewes are female sheep
Pool.house London - from the founders of TopGolf
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Good day everyone,
Hope you’re all doing well.
About six months ago there was some early talk about this project (reported here on the AZB forum as well) — and it looks like it’s now very close to launch.
Located on Liverpool Street in London, The Pool House is a new concept created by the same team behind TopGolf. They’ve reportedly raised $34M USD to build a state-of-the-art venue featuring:
Article link for anyone who wants to take a look:
www.standard.co.uk
From the photos, the tables appear to be a mix between English 8-ball and American pool. I’m not sure how well that will translate — it potentially cuts out half the market of players who already know one ruleset or the other. I’m also curious whether they consulted any actual experts: players, venue operators, or cue sports industry people.
Their long-term goal appears to be franchising the model.
I’d really love to hear the community’s thoughts:
Stay well,
Shawn
Founder of NextGen Bets (Canada)
NextGen is a paid supporter of AZBilliards
Here to talk cue sports, analytics & industry trends
Hope you’re all doing well.
About six months ago there was some early talk about this project (reported here on the AZB forum as well) — and it looks like it’s now very close to launch.
Located on Liverpool Street in London, The Pool House is a new concept created by the same team behind TopGolf. They’ve reportedly raised $34M USD to build a state-of-the-art venue featuring:
- AI-interactive pool tables (from what I can gather, AI-driven scoring during shots and in-game outcomes)
- A hybrid table design that looks somewhere between English 8-ball and American pool
- American-style food (no complaints there)
- A full bar and entertainment atmosphere
Article link for anyone who wants to take a look:
Enormous new 'AI-powered' pool hall to open in the City of London
Tables will be fitted with technology that allows players to adjust their gameplay according to skill level
www.standard.co.uk
From the photos, the tables appear to be a mix between English 8-ball and American pool. I’m not sure how well that will translate — it potentially cuts out half the market of players who already know one ruleset or the other. I’m also curious whether they consulted any actual experts: players, venue operators, or cue sports industry people.
Their long-term goal appears to be franchising the model.
I’d really love to hear the community’s thoughts:
- Do you think this concept will work in the UK or globally? Why or why not?
- Would the hybrid table format help attract new players, or just confuse existing ones?
- Does AI-assisted scoring enhance the game, or take away from traditional pool?
- If you were launching a modern pool venue, what features would you prioritise?
Stay well,
Shawn
Founder of NextGen Bets (Canada)
NextGen is a paid supporter of AZBilliards
Here to talk cue sports, analytics & industry trends
