Bad Axe Throwing - Croydon BoxPark, axe-throwing in Croydon

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Bad Axe Throwing - Croydon BoxPark: Axe Throwing in London

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Unit 53-57, BoxPark, 99 George Street, Croydon · CR0 1LD · Mo-Su 11:00-20:00

Bad Axe Throwing sits inside BoxPark Croydon, the food and drink hall by East Croydon station, and it does exactly what the name says. You book a lane, get a quick coaching session, then spend your time hurling small axes at wooden targets while a coach keeps score. It suits groups, work outings and date nights more than solo visits, and the single most useful thing to know is that it lives inside BoxPark, so you can roll straight from a hot dog and a pint to a target board without leaving the building.

Sessions run about an hour and the bar is fully licensed, so a drink between throws is part of the deal. Walk-ins are taken when it is quiet, but for a group you are better off booking ahead so a lane is held for you.

The axe throwing setup

You throw small hatchets at wooden target boards marked with scoring rings, and anything landing in the red centre counts as a bullseye. A coach runs you through the technique first, so no experience is needed to start sticking axes by the end. There are several lanes, which is why it works for groups splitting across boards and running their own mini tournament. Lighter axes were introduced to make it easier for first-timers and anyone who finds the standard ones a handful, so do ask if you want one.

Good to know

A session runs about an hour and the venue is fully licensed, with a bar serving cocktails and hot dogs, so you can drink between throws. Sensibly, you are not allowed to throw while intoxicated, so pace yourself. Walk-ins are accepted when it is quiet, but groups should book a lane ahead online. Pricing has been reported in the region of £15 off-peak to £20 peak per person, with separate group rates, so confirm the current rate at the time of booking.

Getting there

It sits inside BoxPark Croydon at 99 George Street, a couple of minutes on foot from East Croydon station, which makes it easy to reach by train or tram. Because it is part of BoxPark, you have a full hall of food stalls and bars on the doorstep, so it is a natural stop as part of a bigger night out rather than somewhere you need to plan a whole evening around on its own.

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Common questions

What is Bad Axe Throwing at BoxPark Croydon?
It is a coached axe throwing venue inside BoxPark Croydon, where you throw small axes at wooden target boards over roughly hour-long sessions, with a licensed bar on site.
Is Bad Axe Throwing free?
No. It is a paid, bookable activity. Prices have been reported in the region of £15 off-peak to £20 peak per person, with separate group rates, so check the current rate when you book.
Can you walk in or do you need to book?
Walk-ins are accepted when it is quiet, but if you are coming as a group you should book a lane ahead online so it is held for you.
How long is a session?
A session lasts about an hour, including the coaching at the start before you begin scoring.
Is it good for beginners and groups?
Yes. A coach teaches you the technique first, lighter axes are available for first-timers, and the multiple lanes make it a good fit for groups, work outings and date nights.
Where is it and what is the nearest station?
It is at Unit 53-57, BoxPark, 99 George Street, Croydon CR0 1LD, a short walk from East Croydon station.

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