Weekend Golf Activities in London: What to Do Beyond the Course
Weekends are packed with ways to enjoy the game, even if you don’t step onto a full course.
Golf in London isn’t just about 18 holes. Whether you’re looking for a social golf night, practice session, or a casual hit with friends, here are the best golf activities in London beyond the traditional fairways.
1. Driving Ranges
Perfect for a quick session or stress-free weekend activity:
Greenwich Peninsula Driving Range – Riverside views and Toptracer tech
Dukes Meadows Driving Range – Floodlit, great for evenings
Metro Golf Centre – Hendon-based, with practice holes
👉 Ideal if you want to hit balls without the pressure of 18 holes.
2. Golf Simulators
Indoor simulators are booming in London, and they’re perfect for groups.
Pod Golf (Wandsworth, Chiswick, Surbiton) – Premium TrackMan bays
Pitch London (Soho, Canary Wharf) – Social golf bar experience
Urban Golf (Farringdon) – Classic golf bar with full menu
Golf Rooms Chiswick – Local sim bays with coaching options
3. Crazy Golf and Social Venues
Not every round has to be serious. London has some of the best crazy golf bars in the UK:
Swingers (City, West End) – Food, cocktails, and wild mini-golf courses 👉 https://www.swingers.club/uk
Junkyard Golf Club (Shoreditch) – Loud, colourful, and perfect for groups 👉 https://tedscrazygolf.co.uk/london/
Puttshack (White City, Bank) – Tech-driven crazy golf with automatic scoring 👉 https://www.puttshack.com/uk/
4. Family-Friendly Golf
If you want to make golf part of a family weekend:
Horton Park Golf Club – Includes mini-golf and adventure golf
Jurassic Encounter (Raynes Park) – Dinosaur-themed adventure golf
Plonk Golf (various locations) – Quirky, small-scale indoor and outdoor crazy golf
5. Join a Social Round with Alba
Sometimes the best golf activity is just… golf. But not having to play alone!
With Alba, you can:
Find your next round fast
Meet other golfers at your level
Join women-only or beginner-friendly games
Turn weekends into new connections
