If you are thinking about trying indoor golf in London, the first question is usually the same: what does it actually cost? The honest answer is that it depends on how you play and where you go, but the ranges are easy to understand once you know the two pricing models. Here is a clear guide, including where to find genuinely good value in South East London.
The two ways you pay for indoor golf
Almost every indoor golf venue in London prices in one of two ways.
Pay-as-you-go, charged by the hour. You book a bay for a set time and pay for that session, with no ongoing commitment. This suits people who play occasionally or want to try it first.
Membership, charged monthly. You pay a monthly fee for regular access, usually with extra perks like a putting green, events and priority booking. This suits people who play often, because the cost per session drops the more you use it.
What hourly play costs in London
Hourly bay hire in London typically runs from around £20 to £50, depending on the venue, the location and the time of day. Central London and the West End sit at the top of that range, and peak evening and weekend slots cost more than quiet daytime hours. One detail that matters: at most venues the hourly price is for the whole bay, not per person, so a group splitting a bay is far better value than it first looks.
At The City Golf Club in Woolwich, pay & play starts at £25 per hour and the price covers your whole group. Split between three or four friends, an hour of golf works out at little more than the price of a round of drinks.
What membership costs
Monthly memberships in London vary widely with location and what is included. At The City Golf Club, membership starts at £125 per month with no joining fee, and there is a six-month minimum term when you pay monthly. That includes access from 6am to 11pm every day, the three Trackman iO bays, the 350 square foot putting green, the members' co-working space and the full leagues and events calendar. If you play more than a couple of times a month, membership quickly becomes the cheaper way to play.
How to work out the best value for you
A simple rule of thumb: work out how often you would realistically play. If it is once a month or less, pay & play is the sensible choice. If it is weekly, or even fortnightly, membership almost always costs less per session and gives you the club community on top. If you are not sure, start with a free trial or a pay & play hour, then decide.
Why South East London is better value
Venues a little outside the centre tend to offer the same or better technology for less, without the central London premium. The City Golf Club runs tour-grade Trackman iO in Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, five minutes from the Elizabeth line, for hourly and membership prices that undercut much of central London. For anyone in the South East, it is the value option that does not compromise on kit.
FAQ
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How much does a golf simulator cost in London?
Hourly bay hire typically ranges from around £20 to £50. At The City Golf Club in Woolwich, pay & play starts at £25 per hour and covers the whole bay. -
Is the price per person or per bay?
At most venues, including The City Golf Club, the hourly price covers the whole bay, so splitting it between friends is great value. -
How much is membership?
From £125 per month at The City Golf Club, with no joining fee and a six-month minimum term when paying monthly. -
Is pay & play or membership cheaper?
Pay & play suits occasional players. If you play fortnightly or more, membership usually works out cheaper per session. -
Can I try it before paying for a membership?
Yes. Book a free trial or a single pay & play hour first.