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Battersea Park is located between Chelsea Bridge and Albert Bridge on the South Bank of the River Thames.

History
Battersea Park was opened by Queen Victoria in 1858. Its 200 acres was landscaped using one million cubic yards of soil, dug out during the construction of Victoria Docks.

A variety of events have been held here since the late nineteenth century, when the Royal Agricultural Show for Cattle and Working Horses took place in July 1862.

In 1951 the pleasure gardens were built as part of the festival of Britain. Billed as 'London's loveliest playground', the gardens offered eating, drinking, shopping, revelling, strolling, dancing, boating, singing and fairing.

Today
Battersea Park is a major London event venue hosting a wide range of events throughout the year, whilst leaving most of the parks 200 acres for others to enjoy at their own pace.
An up-to-the-minute programme of events is available here.

The park has recently undergone a £11 million restoration programme with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. You can find out more at the Battersea Park section of this site.

The Event Sites
The three acre Events Arena is popular for major events such as film festivals, conferences, themed parties and trade fairs, offering access for large event vehicles.

The Boules Area is popular for summer events such as product launches and fundays, offering access for medium sized event vehicles.

If you would like to book an event in Battersea Park, contact Alison Smith on 020 8871 7534 or email asmith@wandsworth.gov.uk. Alternatively, download and complete our Event Enquiry form.

If you would like to book an event at The Pump House Gallery, please contact Cath Davies on 020 8871 7572 or email cdavies@wandsworth.gov.uk