Location: Upminster
Top Things to do in Upminster
The 10 Best Things to do in Upminster, England
Upminster is a suburban town in east London, England, and part of the London Borough of Havering. Located 16.5 miles (26.6 km) east-northeast of Charing Cross, it is one of the locally important district centres identified in the London Plan, and comprises a number of shopping streets and a large residential area. Historically in Essex, Upminster was originally a rural village and formed an ancient parish. Although peripheral to London, the town has good transport links; it was first connected to central London by rail in 1885 and has a terminal station on the London Underground network. The economic history of Upminster is characterised by a shift from farming to garden suburb. As part of the suburban growth of London in the 20th century, Upminster significantly expanded and increased in population, becoming part of Hornchurch Urban District in 1934, and has formed part of Greater London since 1965.
Restaurants in Upminster
1. Stubbers Adventure Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 138 reviews
WELCOME TO STUBBERS ADVENTURE CENTRE Your next adventure starts here. Run, jump, drive, navigate, shoot, sail, paddle, climb, build! With over 30 adventurous activities for kids & grown-ups, rain or shine, there’s something for everyone at Stubbers Adventure Centre. When you’re immersed in the wilds of nature within our 130-acre site, it’s easy to forget that we’re inside the M25, easily accessible by road and rail from either inside or outside London. We’ve been here for 20 years and our highly-trained, passionate staff are committed to introducing you to new skills and experiences, keeping you safe, and making sure you have a whole lot of fun while you’re here. Discover your next big adventure, get in touch today! As a non-profit charity, the money we make through our commercial activity goes straight back into our charitable work. So by choosing to visit Stubbers Adventure Centre, you’re helping to bring outdoor adventure to youth organisations, schools, and special needs g
Reviewed By Nikey38 - Keswick, United Kingdom
Really fun weekend! We camped in our own tents, Staff are really friendly they come by every now and then to check up on you. The activity pass is great value for money however it would have been nice if more activities were open some of the closed activities didn’t seem to make sense (Covid) and it would have been ideal if the end time was a little longer even just 1700 considering activities are suspended for lunch (45 mins) I would definitely return we were a party of 4 adults and a 6 year old, everyone had tremendous fun! The evening entertainment for the children is a bonus too! On the last night they had arts and crafts, marshmallow toasting, a disco and then a movie. It’s a secure environment so the children are afforded some independence and can roam through the site as they wish. There’s an amazing adventure playground with lots of climbing towards the back of the site which keeps them busy once the activities are over. Toilet and shower facilities are decent, spotted the cleaner mid morning on the second day. I can’t fault the place really none of us wanted to go home. Looking forward to returning with the rest of the family. I didn’t get all of the names but Callum was our host he was lovely, the climbing team namely the gentleman and the long haired tall young lady (her partner works on the paddle boards), the kayak team especially the young man (his partner works on the high ropes) so Lewis, friendly and helpful, Thank you all, looking forward to our return with and without the children!!
2. Damyns Hall Aerodrome
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Wing walking experiences for the general public and charity fundraisers. Fly from Damyns Hall Aerodrome on the beautiful Skymax (Aviation) Stearman biplane. Fantastic views of the river Thames and on a clear day the city of London.
3. The Tiger Club
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Flying club founded in 1956 offering vintage biplane and modern aerobatic air experiences for all. Based a short taxi ride from Upminster tube station making it one of the most easily accessible air experiences to London.
4. Upminster Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By RonGLondon
Upminster Park has always been a Magnet for Parents, it has a Great Play area, a Tea and Ice cream Hut, next to the shops and Pub, great flat grass play areas , Cricket in the Summer, good transport links to everywhere, people living some way off bring children to the Park for the play area.
5. A Fine Balance Studio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Here, at A Fine Balance Studio, we are all about community. Our goal is to create an environment where people feel at home whilst nurturing their wellbeing. A Fine Balance is a beautiful boutique wellness studio in the heart of Upminster, Essex. Our expert teachers offer warm and welcoming Yoga, Barre and Pilates classes. We have been voted one of the best yoga studios in Essex. There are a range of classes to suit all levels, as well as bespoke workshops, courses and tailored classes, including yoga for teenagers and pregnancy yoga.
Reviewed By debralJ153VX
Did yoga online. Enjoyed the lesson. With me having a recording this week the sound sometimes sounded a little muffled. I will be doing the live one next week so should be better. The teacher explained and demonstrated things really well. Would recommend it.
6. Flower Thai Massage
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By sherylannb2018
GREAT massage technique experienced at the Upminster Spa, without pinching or popping of knotted muscles experienced by masseurs in other locations. Such a calm and warm atmosphere, I felt as though I could’ve been in a tropical country spa when I had my eyes closed. I’ll certainly be going again.
7. Delta Force Paintball Upminster
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 157 reviews
Delta Force Paintball Upminster is located in Upminster, Essex, close to Upminster District Line London Underground station. This Upminster paintball centre has 8 amazing game zones, including props like jet aeroplanes, 4 double decker buses, armoured vehicles, forts, and a 2-storey Castle. Delta Force Paintball in Upminster is one of the only paintball centres to be located within the M25 - so for paintballing in London this is your most convenient choice!
Reviewed By diegomR7570PD - London, United Kingdom
My teenager and his friends had a great time. They loved every minute and played every game. What a wonderful day. Staff are really helpful and looked after the kids well. Definitely recommend and will definitely come again.
8. Upminster Windmill
9. Thames Chase Forest Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
The Thames Chase Trust aims to make the Thames Chase Community Forest an inspirational example of landscape regeneration through cost effective environmental improvements that changes lives and demonstrates these values through exemplar community led management at the Thames Chase Forest Centre. Thames Chase Forest covers 40 square miles of countryside around the London/Essex borders. Thames Chase Community Forest encompasses countryside in Barking and Dagenham, Brentwood, Havering and Thurrock. Within its boundaries there has been a concerted effort, over the last 20+ years to re-generate despoiled landscape and enhance the natural environment for the benefit of local people and wildlife.
Reviewed By RonGLondon
We arrived in the morning and Parked the car £2 all day, we went down one of the Trails that go through the woods, loads of lovely Birds in the tree's out in the fresh air, there were lots of other people all on different Trails with their children, the Car Park is very large with many cars, I would say it is a cheap day out in the Country and Woods.
10. Cely Woods
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By 644guyw - Upminster, United Kingdom
Lovely place to walk and great for walking dogs. Good, well maintained paths. Can go over a crossing to get to Belhus Woods
