Best crazy golf London: 13 courses to show off your putting skills

Who doesn’t love crazy golf, right? Whether you’re settling an age-old score with friends, or looking for something fun to bring your work mates together for an evening, mini golf never disappoints.

Perhaps because the skill-barrier is so low (almost everyone can manage to putt a golf ball a few metres), crazy golf is the ultimate level playing field to get some friendly competition going with friends and colleagues. As a result adventure golf in London has a thriving scene full of crazy golf courses with all the bells and whistles.

We’ve picked out some of our favourite crazy golf in London, and most of them serve up plenty more than just putting. You can often expect a host of bars and food options to come along with your booking, sometimes even delivered to you whilst you’re mid-way through the front nine. Those indoor crazy golf courses in London with big premises often house arcades, ping pong tables and lots more besides, so if the greens aren’t rolling your way, you can also try your luck at something else.

Best of all, crazy golf is something you can get your kids involved in too. We’ve included quite a few themed mini golf courses on our list, ranging from golfing with dinosaurs to putting around a wacky tiki-themed course in Hackney.

Whatever the occasion, crazy golf is a good idea. Read on for our pick of the best mini golf courses in London.

Crazy golf in inner London

If you don’t like to travel too far, these inner London crazy golf courses should be more than enough to entertain you.

Swingers, City and West End

What: Crazy golf may conjure up images of shabby venues at the seaside, but Swingers is pure glamour. The West End venue is found in a former department store, while the City sibling is situated right next door to the Gherkin. Head to either location to enjoy Instagrammable interiors, a nine-hole course, and street food from the likes of Patty & Bun and Pizza Pilgrims. There’s a bar too, which means Swingers is strictly for over 18s.
Where: 8 Brown's Buildings, EC3A 8AL; 15 John Prince’s Street, W1G 0AB
Book now: Swingers City; Swingers West End

Puttshack, White City, Bank and Watford

What: One of the slicker crazy golf courses in the capital, Puttshack finds its home at mega shopping centre Westfield in White City. Puttshack bills itself as London’s most high-tech golfing experience and for good reason – the balls are all fitted with tracking devices, which means there’s no room for cheating (hooray!). Post-putt, you can fuel up with the likes of stacked burgers and 12-inch stone-baked pizzas.
Where: Westfield White City, W12 7HB; 1 Poultry, EC2R 8EJ; No.5 Charter Place, WD17 2AU
Book now: Puttshack White City; Puttshack Bank

Pitch, Soho

What: Although it's not strictly crazy golf, we reckon you're probably here looking for something golf related to do with your pals or your colleagues, and Pitch fits the bill in that area. Nine simulator bays let you knock around a variety of courses, and you can really let your arms loose on some big drives. Handicap software allows you to level the playing field for a big group as well, so no-one feels left out of the competition. Meanwhile, the menu is made up for tasty Asian snacks, like char siu steamed BBQ pork buns with hoisin sauce, and chicken karaage with kewpie mayonnaise.
Where: 12 Meard Street, W1F 0EQ
Book now: Pitch

Junkyard Golf, Shoreditch and Camden

What: Like most of Shoreditch, Junkyard Golf is purposefully made to look run down, but underneath the grungy surface, it’s a rather well-organised affair. If you swing by here, you’ll find plenty of neon décor, cheesy puns splashed across the walls, and fun cocktails which arrive topped with penny sweets. There are also four nine-hole courses to choose from, including one with a slide and another featuring a hall of mirrors.
Where: Old Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, E1 6QL; 307-308 Camden Lock Place, NW1 8AB

Birdie’s Crazy Golf Club at Roof East, Stratford

What: Only open during the summer season, Birdie’s is a rooftop crazy golf experience that’s not to be missed. Each year, the look of the course gets a refresh with past appearances including an English garden theme and a chic monochrome affair. If you get bored of golfing, you can take part in Roof East’s many other quirky activities, including silent disco workouts, batting cages and a high-tech VR experience. 
Where: Stratford Center, Great Eastern Way, E15 1XE

Plonk Golf, Various locations

What: Having set up various sites across the capital, Plonk is a fun and quirky place for a spot of mini golf that will release your inner child. All the different courses are themed - head to Camden Market and you'll find an underwater-themed nine hole course to putt around, while over in London Fields, the course goes for tiki bar inspiration. The Plonk sites in Shoreditch, Hackney and Borough have pool tables, and arcades too, so you can always divert to a different game if the greens aren't going your way.
Where: Various locations

Pop Golf, Wembley

What: You'll find pop golf at Boxpark Wembley, and this wacky crazy golf course is designed to feel as though you're playing your way through a pop music video. The venue pairs nine holes with huge pop music hits, from Drake's 'Hotline Blind' to retro classics, all boomed from Pop's state-of-the-art sound system and matched up with bright neon colour schemes. 
Where: Boxpark Wembley, HA9 0JT

Putt in the Park, Acton, Battersea and Wandsworth

What: Traditional, proper golf courses are (obviously) normally found outside, so why not take your crazy golf experience out into the open? Boasting three locations in parks across the capital, Putt in the Park is a fun outdoor crazy golf course and it doesn’t take bookings, which means you can just walk up on the day and start golfing. Once you’ve finished your game, you can enjoy the Club Houses, where you’ll find pizzas and more.  
Where: Churchfield Road, W3 7LL; Albert Bridge Road, SW11 4NJ; Wandsworth Park, SW18 1PP

Crazy golf in outer London

Willing to go a bit further out to fulfil your crazy golf cravings? Check out these epic courses found in outer London.

Dinosaur Escape, Ruislip

What: This dinosaur-themed outdoor adventure golf course represents fun for all ages, welcoming everyone from children and young families to stag and hen parties. The aim of the game is to finish the 18-hole course as quickly as possible, but while working your way through it, you will have to contend with a lagoon, a roaring waterfall and various animatronic dinos which move and roar.  
Where: Ruislip Road, Northolt, UB5 6QZ

Jurassic Encounter Adventure Golf, New Malden

What: Offering 18 holes of fun-packed adventure golf, Jurassic Encounter is a great place to take children, although big kids are welcome too. While making your way through the expansive outdoor course, you’ll having to navigate cascading waterfalls and prehistoric caves, all while trying not to be spooked by the dinosaurs that have been transported from the Jurassic era to give you the creeps. Children’s birthday parties are easily accommodated for too.
Where: Beverley Way, KT3 4PH

Lost Jungle London, Watford

What: This outdoor adventure golf course certainly doesn’t do things by half, boasting an enormous jungle-style course with 36 holes (although you only need to make your way around 18 to complete a game). As you swing, you’ll come across crashing waterfalls, hidden tombs and perilous bridges, all while trying to focus on getting a hole-in-one. There’s also an on-site café with an outdoor seating area that you can visit after the game, to get your energy back up.
Where: Watford By-Pass, Edgware, HA8 8DD

Crazy Putt, Greenwich

What: With the O2 arena looming in the background, Crazy Putt is an 18-hole outdoor adventure golf course that’s fun for all of the family. Students can enjoy discounted tickets, while families can make the most of bundle packages – once you’re on the course, you can enjoy its little quirks like the rope bridge which you have to pull on in order to get across the mini lake. There’s an on-site restaurant for any pre- or post-game feasting too.
Where: Tunnel Avenue, Greenwich Peninsula, SE10 0QE

Dragon Quest, Croydon

What: This outdoor adventure golf course swaps out the popular dinosaurs for fire-breathing dragons, which you can find dotted around the place. As well as fighting off these fearsome creatures, golfers will also have to deal with creepy caves, raging waterfalls and overgrown trees. Priced under a tenner for an 18-hole game, Dragon Quest is great value for money and little ones are even cheaper, with under 12s charged at £6 and under fours just £4.
Where: 175 Long Lane, CR0 7TE

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