Outdoor
Free
1/5
Battersea Park Adventure Playground is one of London's most exciting free outdoor play spaces for children. Located in the beautiful Battersea Park, this adventure playground offers a unique play experience with its rustic wooden structures, challenging climbing equipment, and creative play opportunities.
Unlike traditional playgrounds, the adventure playground features natural materials and more challenging equipment designed to encourage risk-taking, problem-solving, and imaginative play. Children can explore multi-level wooden structures, navigate rope bridges, enjoy thrilling zip lines, and discover hidden play spaces throughout the playground.
The playground is designed to blend harmoniously with its park surroundings, using sustainable materials and incorporating natural elements into the play experience. The ground is covered with wood chips to provide a safe landing surface while maintaining the natural aesthetic.
During summer months, the water play area becomes a popular attraction, offering a refreshing way for children to cool down while having fun with interactive water features. The playground also includes quieter areas for creative and sensory play, making it suitable for children with different interests and abilities.
Trained playworkers are often on site to supervise and facilitate play, especially during school holidays and weekends. They help ensure safety while encouraging children to explore and challenge themselves in a supportive environment.
The playground is designed primarily for children aged 3-12, though there are areas suitable for different age groups. Parents and caregivers are required to supervise their children at all times, and the playground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no booking required.
Open to all visitors
Wooden structures and rope elements
Available during summer months
Playworkers often on site
Battersea Park, London SW11 4NJ
Battersea Park Station (10 min walk)
Routes 44, 137, 156, 344, 452
Paid parking available in Battersea Park
This adventure playground is absolutely fantastic! My kids (ages 5 and 8) were completely enthralled for hours. The wooden structures offer so much more creative play than standard metal playgrounds. They loved the zip line and climbing towers especially. The playworkers were friendly and helpful, offering guidance when needed but allowing the children to explore independently. It's refreshing to see a playground that encourages appropriate risk-taking and adventure. We'll definitely be returning regularly - and it's free, which makes it even better for family outings!
As a local resident, I've watched this playground evolve over the years, and it's truly a gem in Battersea Park. The natural design encourages imaginative play, and my children have developed so much confidence through the challenging elements. The water play area is perfect for summer days - just remember to bring a change of clothes! It can get busy during weekends and school holidays, but the space is large enough that it rarely feels overcrowded. My only suggestion would be extending the opening hours during summer months when daylight lasts longer. Overall, it's a wonderful community resource that we're lucky to have nearby.
We were visiting London from Manchester and stumbled upon this adventure playground while exploring Battersea Park. What an amazing find! Our children (ages 4, 7, and 10) were completely captivated by the unique play structures. The wooden climbing frames, rope bridges, and zip line offered challenges for all ages, and the natural setting was a refreshing change from typical city playgrounds. The playworkers were attentive and created a safe environment while still allowing kids to test their limits. We ended up spending our entire afternoon here instead of continuing with our sightseeing plans - the children enjoyed it that much! If you're visiting London with kids, this is definitely worth adding to your itinerary.
Free admission
3-12 years recommended
Different zones for various age groups
Extended hours during school holidays
Battersea Park, London SW11 4NJ
East side of Battersea Park, near the children's zoo