1 / 2Peckham Rye Adventure Playground
📍 London, Greater London
Southwark Council's staffed adventure playground for 11–16 year olds, with a focus on self-directed play and motor skills development. Staff include specialists with strong autism support skills. Weekday sessions only.
Went to the adventure park today with my grandson who has nonverbal autism. The staff were friendly & relaxed but 1 staff in particular known as AK was AMAZING 🤩. For such a young man what a wealth of knowledge he has especially with autism. I just want to take this time & say a massive thanks to you AK for interacting with my grandson today & I wish you all the luck for your future & hopefully your there to teach many more young people your wisdom. 👍🏼
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best suited for families with school-age children aged 11–16, especially those with autism or additional needs who benefit from a calm, experienced team. The child-led model suits independent kids. Families with noise-sensitive children should know background music is a constant feature. Not open to general public on Sundays.
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Jan
2 years ago
“Went to the adventure park today with my grandson who has nonverbal autism. The staff were friendly & relaxed but 1 staff in particular known as AK was AMAZING 🤩. For such a young man what a wealth of knowledge he has especially with autism. I just want to take this time & say a massive thanks to you AK for interacting with my grandson today & I wish you all the luck for your future & hopefully your there to teach many more young people your wisdom. 👍🏼”
TeeByNature
7 years ago
“Took my child there. She loved it! Lovely big adventure park with lots of activities for children to build their gross motor skills. Staff was friendly and monitoring the adventure park throughout my visit.”
Ijka Lean
3 years ago
“It is very fun but the biggest swing is uncomfortable because it crashes with the side and the swing seat is uncomfortable. On week days they work from 12to5 and it inconvenient they should work from 3to6 . They could have put more things on it . Like climbing frames . On sundays it dos not work for normal children at all .”
Laura Larsem
3 years ago
“I would like to apologise to the female staff at the Adventure play ground in Peckham Rye. This afternoon around 4.50 I took the girl I look after there . She is 6 years old and autistic. When we got there I signed her in and then she started to get very aggitated and stressed and then I realised that it was because of the music. I was turning around and leaving the place with her but then because the male staff who was sitting there watching us, I had the silly idea of saying to them that my child was autistic and she didn't like the music and then I asked if they really needed it on which the lady answer - yes, we need the music on yes. I felt so embarrassed and regretted every minute for having talked to them. I just took the girl and left. Maybe this lady thought that I was been pretentious and arrogant which wasn't the case at all. Some noises can be very difficult for an autistic child to deal with like music for example. I just wanted for the girl to have a good time. She loves to the zip wire and swings. What a shame!”
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Overview
Peckham Rye Adventure Playground runs staffed free-play sessions for young people aged 11–16, with children choosing their own activities and progressing at their own pace. Playworkers are experienced in supporting children with autism and additional needs. The playground features outdoor adventure equipment and a range of active and creative activities. Background music plays throughout the site. Sessions run weekdays only.
