Go Ape Battersea Park brings thrilling outdoor adventure to the heart of London, offering high ropes courses, zip lines, and obstacle challenges built around trees and purpose-built poles. Located in the beautiful surroundings of Battersea Park, this urban adventure playground provides an exhilarating experience for families, groups, and anyone seeking an adrenaline rush without leaving the city. The site features multiple adventure options including the flagship Treetop Challenge, the accessible Treetop Adventure Plus for younger participants, and the unique Codebreakers escape room experience.
The venue offers four distinct high ropes experiences catering to different ages and abilities. The Treetop Challenge (ages 10+, from £36.95) is the most popular option, featuring tree-to-tree crossings, Tarzan Swings, and epic zip lines that test your limits. For younger adventurers aged 6+, the Treetop Adventure Plus (from £25.95) provides age-appropriate crossings with all the excitement in 60-90 minute sessions. Time-pressed visitors can opt for the Challenge Xpress (£29.95), whilst the Codebreakers Escape Room (ages 8+, £24.95) offers a completely different adventure with immersive puzzles and challenges lasting one hour.
Go Ape Battersea Park is ideal for children aged 6 and up, teens, adults, and even seniors up to 94 years old who meet the height requirements. The venue is perfect for birthday parties, with a private party room available for £100 per hour (capacity 20 people) located right next to the course. Wandsworth Access for All members benefit from an impressive 50% discount on all adventures. The courses remain open in all weathers except thick ice, thunderstorms, and gales, making it a reliable wet weather activity option, as the tree canopy provides substantial shelter.
Practical amenities include accessible parking via Albert Gate and Rosery Car Parks (charges apply through Ringo App), with accessible bathrooms featuring baby changing facilities a short 1-2 minute walk away. Spectator areas are wheelchair and pushchair accessible, allowing family members to watch the action. Food and drink are conveniently available at the adjacent Putt in the Park Pizzeria, plus the Pear Tree Café and various kiosks around the park. Bags can be stored at the cabin (at own risk), though all items must remain on the ground during activities. Booking is essential and can be made online, with weekday mornings and early afternoons during term time offering the quietest sessions.
50% discount for Wandsworth Access for All members
Birthday party room for £100/hour (capacity 20)
Open in all weathers with tree shelter
Multiple course options from ages 6 to 94
Treetop Challenge from £36.95, Treetop Adventure Plus from £25.95, Escape Room from £24.95, Challenge Xpress from £29.95. Wandsworth Access for All members can save 50% on adventures. Party room hire available for £100 per hour.
High ropes course with tree-to-tree crossings, Tarzan Swings and zip lines
High ropes course for younger adventurers with age-appropriate crossings
Immersive escape room experience with puzzles and challenges
Shorter high ropes experience for those short on time
Birthday celebration with high ropes adventure and private party room
Typical stay
2 hours
Helpful Tips
Dogs are welcome within Battersea Park but signage prohibits them from being in the playground directly under the course.
Yes, Putt in the Park Pizzeria is next door serving drinks, snacks and pizza. There is also the Pear Tree Café nearby and kiosks around the park. A nearby high street has small shops and a Tesco Express.
Yes, accessible bathrooms equipped with baby changing facilities are available at the Beechmore toilets, a short 1-2 minute walk from the cabin.
The main paths around the site are concreted and flat. Wheelchairs and pushchairs can access the cabin and main spectator areas. Contact ahead for specific accessibility requirements.
Parking is available on surrounding roads and within the park. Charges apply via the Ringo App. The closest car park is Albert Gate (accessible from Albert Bridge Road). Rosery Car Park is also available from Queenstown Road roundabout.
All items MUST be left on the ground during your activity. Phones can only be taken if secured in a phone pouch and attached to your harness. All bags and belongings can be stored at the cabin (not secure, left at own risk).
Public toilets are available at the Beechmore toilets in Battersea Park, a short 1-2 minute walk from the cabin. There are no toilets on the course, and the cafe has no facilities, so use them before starting.
Go Ape Battersea Park is located in the south west corner of Battersea Park. The closest walking entrance is Albert Bridge entrance. The cabin entrance is next to the Putt in the Park Cafe.
Go Ape is an excellent wet weather activity. Courses are substantially sheltered by trees and remain open in all weathers except thick ice, thunderstorms and gales. Rain makes the course muddier which can add to the fun. If unsafe conditions force closure, the team will contact you to reschedule or offer a refund.
Yes, birthday parties are available. Book your chosen activity online and add a private party room for £100 per hour (capacity 20 people). Party bags are available for £5 each. Download free party invitations from the website.
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