Henley Adventure Golf
BEST FOR
Ages 4+
ENTRY
from £7
SETTING
Outdoors
WHERE
Henley-on-Thames
What it’s like
Eighteen holes of outdoor adventure golf past Temple Island and a Fender Stratocaster, taking about an hour to finish.
Eighteen holes wind past local landmarks done in miniature, Friar Park, a giant Fender Stratocaster, Temple Island and Henley Bridge, and there's even a rowing boat once used by Matthew Pinsent and Steve Redgrave to spot along the way. It's a decent excuse to get a seven-year-old actually looking at their surroundings rather than just whacking a ball.
Everyone gets a putter and ball sized for adult or junior hands, and most rounds take 40 to 60 minutes depending on how busy the course is and how competitive your group gets. It's £9 for adults, £7 for juniors aged 4 to 17, students and OAPs, or £29 for a family of two adults and three kids, which is the sensible option if you're going as a full crew. Henley residents get in for £5, though that discount is only for the resident, not the rest of their party, which feels like a small tease.
You don't have to book, but it's worth doing online since walk-ups are only fitted in if there's room, and turning up 15 minutes early is a good habit given parking at Mill Meadows can fill up fast. The course is fully outdoors and stays open in most weather, with closures only if it turns genuinely dangerous, so don't expect a refund just because it's drizzling. Prams, wheelchairs and mobility scooters can get round fine, and there are adjustable putters for wheelchair users, with carers going free if they're not playing.
If you're early or the course is full, Mill Meadows has cafes nearby including one at the River and Rowing Museum, so it's not a wasted wait. There's a cafe at the course itself too, plus toilets and baby change, so a short visit doesn't need much planning beyond checking the parking situation.
Facilities
Need to know
- Best for
- 4 and up; the landmarks give older kids something to spot too
- Booking
- Advanced online booking recommended
- Parking
- Free parking at Mill Meadows car park next to course
- How long to allow
- 40 to 60 minutes
- Pushchairs
- Most prams accessible on the course
- Wheelchairs
- Fully accessible. Adjustable putters available for wheelchair and mobility scooter users
- Getting there by bus or train
- Three minutes from Henley train station
- Golf putters and balls are included in the price, sized for adults or juniors
- Arriving 15 minutes before your slot is sensible given how quickly parking fills up
- Gift vouchers are available if you're planning ahead for a birthday or treat
- The course runs daily from 10am in summer but only weekends 11am to 4pm in winter
Plan your visit
How much does it cost?
£9 for adults, £7 for juniors, students and OAPs, or £29 for a family of two adults and three children. Henley residents get £5, but only for themselves, not the rest of their group.
Do we need to book?
Booking online is recommended, but walk-ups can often still be fitted in even when it shows as full.
How long does a round take?
Usually 40 to 60 minutes, depending on your group size and how busy the course is.
What age is it suitable for?
Junior pricing starts from age 4, with shorter putters available for smaller hands.
Is it open if it's raining?
Yes, it stays open in most weather and only closes if conditions turn unsafe, like high winds. There are no refunds for rain alone.
Is there parking?
Free parking at Mill Meadows car park right next to the course, with the River and Rowing Museum car park as a backup. It can get busy, so arriving early helps.
Can you get round with a pushchair or wheelchair?
Most prams, wheelchairs and mobility scooters can manage the course fine, and adjustable putters are available for wheelchair and mobility scooter users.
Is there anywhere to eat nearby?
There's a cafe on site, plus others at Mill Meadows and the River and Rowing Museum if you're waiting for a slot.
What if I'm just accompanying someone and not playing?
Carers who aren't playing don't have to pay.
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