Fun Things To Do In Battersea

If your idea of a good night out involves sharp punchlines, a friendly room and the comforting knowledge that someone funnier than you is holding the mic, Good Ship Comedy should already be on your radar.

The line-ups are consistently strong, mixing top-tier UK and international headliners with award-winning new talent, all steered safely home by resident host Ben Van der Velde. Past performers read like a greatest-hits list of modern British comedy, with names including James Acaster, Milton Jones, Sara Pascoe, Josh Widdicombe, Sindhu Vee, Nish Kumar, Rosie Jones, Romesh Ranganathan, John Robins, Ed Gamble, Mae Martin, Kiri Pritchard-McLean, and Richard Herring all having taken to the Good Ship stage.

On the hunt for fun things to do in Battersea? Then you're going to want to head to Northcote Records. Make your way inside this party bar for vintage vinyl records and live entertainment every night, all before testing out the lip-smacking cocktail menu.

A carnival of cuisines that'll leave your tastebuds jumping with joy, Arcade Food Hall at Battersea Power Station has eight open kitchens serving global delights like wagyu keema pao, hot bonnet filay and char siu ribwich. And as if that wasn't enough to get your taste buds tingling, they have top-notch tunes and live DJs to keep the party going.

Head to Battersea Power Station for their delicious two-course dinner and drinks experience, across both Control Room B and Noci. You'll begin with a pre-meal cocktail in a restored 1950s control room, before venturing to Noci for a scrumptious meal.

Tuck into the likes of nduja arancini, carbonara and burrata with broad beans, with a choice between a cocktail or their house-baked focaccia to go with it. Plus, you'll finish with another drink back at Control Room B.

The Battersea Barge is a unique, newly refurbished riverside bar that's the perfect place to head on a gorgeous day. Think hand-stretched pizzas, an outdoor terrace to sit on, and live music to enjoy, all while sipping on some refreshing drinks.

Looking for fun things to do in South London? Bounce Battersea is the perfect place to get competitive with your friends over a few games of ping pong. If that wasn't enough, there's shuffleboard and banging bottomless brunches with your name on it. 

Whether you're looking for unique date night ideas or team-building activities, Escape The Power Cut is a great shout. Head over to Battersea Power Station and settle among the dials in Control Room B to decipher cryptic clues plus stumble upon mysteries while sipping cocktails.

Uncover the secrets behind one of London's most iconic landmarks with a trip to Control Room B, located within Battersea Power Station. You can go on an audio guided tour of this space, giving you access to lots of behind-the-scenes knowledge.

Enjoy a close-up look at the original control desks, switchgear and synchroscopes that used to deliver London's power in the 1950s, all at your own pace. Tickets include a welcome cocktail, with the chance to add on a glass of Champagne too.

From sunrise yoga sessions on the rooftop to aqua aerobics in the rooftop pool and regular afternoon teas at Portuguese rooftop restaurant JOIA, the art'otel London restaurant at Battersea Power Station offers so much more than just views. Think unique fitness events, food experiences and seasonal happenings throughout the year - all with the famous landmark as its backdrop.

Looking to escape the mundanity of every day with a bit of big kid-style fun? Look no further than Battersea's Putt in the Park - the 12-hole mini-golf course that comes complete with beautiful waterfalls, shady canopies and its very own pizza parlour.

Mark your diaries for the weekend of September 11th and 12th; the Gin Malaya Masterclass is coming to Level One of Turbine Hall A, and seats are incredibly limited.

Whether you're stopping by for the Friday evening session or making it a Saturday afternoon highlight, this intimate class offers the perfect excuse to explore the Power Station's cultural offerings while sharpening your cocktail knowledge. You'll get the inside track on the distillery process, a welcome drink to get the mood right, and a curated goodie bag.

Solecito Sundays are the perfect bank holiday alfresco escape right in the heart of London. Solecito means 'lovely sunshine' in Portuguese, and you can expect plenty of that up on the JOIA Rooftop.

With views of the city skyline, you'll groove to live DJs and sip signature cocktails with traditional Portuguese petiscos. It gets even better - tickets are absolutely free.

It's more than just the performers bringing the heat at this raunchy male variety show. Held at the suitably named Infernos, Forbidden Nights is all about acrobatics, aerialists and abs for days as this team of exceptionally talented men offer up the ultimate trip to fantasyland with their jaw-dropping acts and slick dance routines.

For guided tastings with wine experts, look no further than a trip to Vagabond Battersea Power Station. Here, you can enjoy gaining some knowledge, alongside the opportunity to sip on a few more glasses or grab a sharing platter afterwards.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and unwind with some furry friends. Cat-titude Cat Cafe is fantasy for feline lovers.

Whether you're stopping by for a peaceful solo coffee break or catching up with friends over a long afternoon, you can cuddle up with the eight adorable rescued cats that call this place home. Every visit includes a 90-minute session, giving you plenty of time to relax with the residents and enjoy the soothing atmosphere.

Love ya some vino? Aspen & Meursault's wine tasting flights start at £75 per person and promise you the chance to be guided by an expert sommelier through eight different wines. But that's not all, as you'll also get four courses of small plates to accompany at this beaut destination.

Home to some of Battersea's most eye-popping interiors, this ark of art-deco design and neon signage is also the place to be for disco brunches and bottomless Sunday roasts. On top their food events, Lost Society is no stranger to a little party as their unique craft cocktail menu and off-the-wall DJs are more than enough to keep you dancing until 2am.

Fronting special guest pours in the taproom, alongside the chance to get in on some behind-the-scenes action, Battersea Brewery is one of the most fun things to do in area. Better yet, you can follow up your tour and tasting with a trip to the bar to sip on some fresh craft beer.