Camden: Junkyard Golf Club Tickets for 9 or 18 Holes

Junkyard Golf Club turns a simple round of mini golf into a strange, noisy trip through creepy clowns, crashed cars, horror-rave scenes, and grizzly bears. You choose 9 holes on one course or 18 holes across two of the four themed courses, all inside Camden Market.

I like the easy location beside Camden Lock and the freedom to pick your course when you arrive. I also like the flexible same-day entry, which works well if you are already exploring Camden and do not want to build your whole day around a fixed slot.

The main catch is the venue’s age rule. Anyone under 18 must play before 7 PM, the last golf slot is at 6 PM, and the Challenge 25 policy means you need a physical ID card or passport. The loud, eccentric setting may also suit some groups far better than others.

Key points to know before you book

• Four courses, four different moods: Choose from Bozo, Dirk, Gary, and Pablo, each with its own oddball theme and obstacles.
• 9 holes or 18 holes: A 9-hole ticket covers one course, while an 18-hole ticket lets you play two courses of your choice.
• Camden Lock location: Find the first entrance beside Camden Lock bridge, right by Camden Market.
• Flexible arrival on your selected date: You can go at any time during opening hours, subject to availability and the venue’s age restrictions.
• Physical ID matters: The venue operates Challenge 25, so bring a passport or ID card even if you look well over 18.
• Food and drinks cost extra: The bar serves themed cocktails and other purchases, but your golf ticket includes only the course, putter, and ball.

Camden’s strangest round of mini golf

Junkyard Golf Club is not trying to recreate a quiet afternoon at a traditional putting course. It takes the basic rules of mini golf and places them inside a world of discarded cars, creepy fairground props, fluorescent scenes, and deliberately bad taste.

That is the appeal. You are not coming here for perfect greens or serious practice. You are coming for a social activity with enough visual clutter to keep the whole group talking between shots.

The venue sits in the heart of Camden Market, next to the Camden Lock bridge. That makes it easy to pair with shopping, food, music, and a walk along the market lanes. I would treat the golf as one stop in a Camden outing rather than a full-day attraction by itself.

At the entrance, you redeem your voucher and choose your course. The staff then provide a putter and ball. An 18-hole ticket gives you two courses, so the choice matters. A 9-hole ticket is simpler and shorter, especially if you are fitting the activity between other plans.

Choosing between 9 and 18 holes

The 9-hole option is the sensible pick if you want a quick Camden activity or if not everyone in your group is keen on mini golf. One course gives you the full theme without requiring a longer commitment.

It also lets you choose the course that best matches your group. If your friends prefer horror and strange props, Dirk may be the natural choice. If they want cars and junkyard scenery, Gary may be the better fit.

The 18-hole ticket gives you two courses and more variety. I think it offers better value for a group that enjoys competitive play, taking photos, and comparing scores. You can pick two different moods instead of spending the whole session in one setting.

The price shown is $16.16 per person. That is reasonable for a themed activity in central London, especially when you use the 18-hole option and make a longer visit of it. The value is less obvious if you only want a very quick game and do not care about the set design.

Remember that the ticket covers the golf itself, plus your putter and ball. Food, drinks, and themed cocktails are separate purchases. If you are watching your budget, decide in advance whether the bar is part of your plan or simply stick to the game.

Bozo, where fairground fun gets unsettling

Bozo is the most clearly fairground-inspired of the four courses. You putt past creepy clowns, Ferris wheels, and carousels, with the whole course framed as a dystopian fear-ground.

This course should suit you if you enjoy carnival imagery with a darker edge. It is less about realistic golf and more about moving through a series of visual set pieces. The theme gives each hole a clear identity, which helps keep the pace lively even when someone is waiting for a turn.

The clown and fairground details may not work for everyone. If someone in your group dislikes horror styling, sinister carnival imagery, or enclosed entertainment venues, Bozo may be the wrong first choice.

For a mixed group, I would ask before selecting it. The flexible course choice is useful here because you are not locked into one theme before you see the venue.

Dirk, a basement horror rave with strange obstacles

Dirk takes a different route. It is described as a basement horror rave, with a mind-bending ultraviolet toilet and an electric chair feature that asks you to say a prayer before moving on.

This is likely the most surreal choice. The course is designed to feel odd and disorienting rather than polished or elegant. If your group likes dark humor, unusual photo opportunities, and themed bars, Dirk may become the favorite.

The setting also explains why this attraction is not a universal fit. The horror-rave theme can feel intense for younger children or anyone looking for calm, conventional mini golf. Under-18s can enter before 7 PM, but the course themes still deserve consideration when planning a family visit.

I would pair Dirk with a lighter course such as Gary if you have an 18-hole ticket. That gives you contrast instead of two similar dark themes, though the final choice depends on what your group finds fun.

Gary, a scrapyard built around smashed cars

Gary shifts from horror to auto-junk. You play through a scrapyard garage remix, putt across piles of discarded car parts, and slide off the roof of a smashed-up Mini.

This course has a strong visual hook without relying as much on fear. It should work well for groups with mixed tastes, since the car theme is easy to understand and the obstacles provide the kind of playful spectacle people expect from crazy golf.

Gary may be the best starting point if you want something strange but not too frightening. The smashed-up Mini and garage setting give the course its personality, while the scrapyard idea keeps the holes connected.

The course is still deliberately messy and exaggerated. You should not expect a clean sports facility or a carefully manicured putting surface. The rough-and-ready style is the point, but anyone wanting a serious golf challenge should choose a regular golf course instead.

Pablo, a polluted paradise with grizzly bears

Pablo sends you into a polluted paradise, complete with cage-fighting grizzly bears and crashed narco planes. It sounds like the most action-film-inspired course, with a deliberately over-the-top story built around each obstacle.

This is a good option if your group wants the most visually unusual round. The theme gives you plenty to look at while waiting for your turn, and the crashed planes and bears make the course feel different from the fairground and garage settings.

As with the other courses, the fun depends on enjoying the silliness. Pablo is not presenting a realistic setting or a subtle theme. It is loud, strange, and designed to make the round feel like a sequence of bizarre scenes.

If you choose 18 holes, Pablo pairs naturally with Gary for a less horror-focused visit. Bozo and Dirk make more sense for a group that wants the darker side of the venue.

What your visit looks like from entrance to final hole

You start by heading to Camden Market and finding the first entrance beside Camden Lock bridge. The location is convenient, but Camden can be busy, so allow enough time to find the entrance rather than arriving at the last second.

At the venue, redeem your voucher. You then choose your course, receive your putter and ball, and begin the round. For 9 holes, you stay on one selected course. For 18 holes, you play two courses of your choice.

The staff interaction appears to be one of the stronger parts of the experience. The welcome is intended to make first-time visitors comfortable, and the team is comfortable speaking with families and children. A particularly helpful touch is the friendly way staff can involve children in conversation, even before the golf begins.

Once you are downstairs, staff show you where to go. That matters in a venue built around several themed areas, especially if you are arriving with children or anyone who finds unfamiliar surroundings difficult.

Your pace depends on your group and how busy the venue is. The activity has a one-day duration on the booking system, but that does not mean you spend an entire day playing golf. Think of it as a flexible activity with opening-hour entry on your selected date.

Atmosphere, drinks, and the social side

The venue places as much weight on atmosphere as on the holes. The props, lighting, and themed settings give you something to discuss between shots, which helps the game work well for dates, groups of friends, and family outings.

The bar adds to that atmosphere. Themed cocktails are available to buy, and the drink presentation fits the unusual surroundings. They are not included in the ticket, so you should budget separately if you want to make the bar part of the visit.

The venue is cashless. Major debit and credit cards are accepted, but cash will not help you at the counter. That is a small detail, yet it is worth knowing before you arrive in Camden with only notes and coins.

The staff receive especially strong praise for their friendly welcome. That is useful information if you are booking for children or for someone who may feel uneasy in a new place. The course themes are eccentric, but the front-of-house approach is meant to be approachable.

Age rules and the ID detail many people miss

Under-18s are permitted in the venue before 7 PM, seven days a week. The final golf slot is at 6 PM, so a family visit needs to take place earlier in the day.

The venue uses a Challenge 25 policy. Bring a physical passport or ID card, even if you are confident you look older than 25. A digital image of your ID may not be enough, since the requirement specifically calls for a physical document.

Adults should also remember that the venue is not simply a child-focused attraction. The horror, rave, clown, and dark comedy themes are part of the experience. Families can visit within the permitted hours, but you should consider your children’s comfort with those themes before booking.

Who will get the most from this experience

I would recommend Junkyard Golf Club to you if you want a social activity that is easy to combine with a day around Camden Market. It works especially well for friends, couples, birthday groups, and families visiting before the evening age cutoff.

The 18-hole ticket is the better choice for a group that enjoys competition and wants to experience more than one theme. You can compare the courses, keep score, and make the activity feel like a main part of your outing.

The 9-hole ticket suits a shorter visit, a mixed group, or anyone uncertain about the format. It lowers the time commitment and lets you sample one course without making a larger booking.

I would not choose it if you want quiet surroundings, traditional golf, or a highly controlled family attraction. The venue’s charm comes from its odd themes, dark humor, and scrapyard styling. Those same qualities may feel too loud or strange for some people.

The overall rating shown for the activity is 4.5 out of 5 from 57 reviews. That matches the main strengths I would focus on: the unusual themes, friendly staff, convenient location, and the freedom to select one or two courses.

Booking advice for a Camden day

If you are already planning to visit Camden Market, this is a practical add-on because you do not need to cross London for it. Pick a time that leaves room for the market, food, and transport, since Camden can take longer to explore than expected.

The flexible entry is helpful. You can go at any time during opening hours on your selected date, rather than being tied to one narrow arrival time. Still, check availability before booking and remember that the last golf slot for under-18s is at 6 PM.

If you are uncertain about the activity, the cancellation terms reduce the risk. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option lets you hold a place without paying on the day of booking.

Should you book Junkyard Golf Club?

Book it if you want playful, themed entertainment in central Camden, especially if your group enjoys strange props, dark humor, and friendly competition. The 18-hole option gives the best chance to experience the venue properly, while 9 holes works well as a shorter stop.

Choose your course with your group in mind. Gary and Pablo may suit visitors who prefer cars and action themes, while Bozo and Dirk lean harder into creepy or surreal material.

Skip it if you want a peaceful, traditional round of golf or if your group dislikes horror-style decor. For the right audience, though, the convenient Camden location, four sharply different courses, flexible arrival, and warm staff make this a good-value way to add something unusual to a London day.

FAQ

Where is Junkyard Golf Club in Camden?

It is in the heart of Camden Market. Find the first entrance next to Camden Lock bridge.

How many holes can I play?

You can buy a ticket for 9 or 18 holes. A 9-hole ticket covers one course, while an 18-hole ticket covers two courses of your choice.

How many courses are available?

There are four courses: Bozo, Dirk, Gary, and Pablo.

What are the four courses themed around?

Bozo uses creepy clowns and a frightening fairground setting. Dirk has a basement horror-rave theme. Gary uses smashed cars and scrapyard scenery. Pablo features grizzly bears, crashed narco planes, and a polluted paradise theme.

What is included in the ticket?

Your ticket includes either 9 or 18 holes, your choice of course or courses, a putter, and a ball.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food, drinks, and themed cocktails are available to buy separately.

Can people under 18 enter?

Yes. Under-18s are allowed in the venue before 7 PM, seven days a week. The last golf slot is at 6 PM.

Do I need to bring identification?

Yes. The venue operates a Challenge 25 policy and requires a physical passport or ID card for entry.

Can I pay with cash?

No. The venue is cashless, but all major debit and credit cards are accepted.