Teddington Lock for Kids' Football: Parking, Buses and What to Bring

Our Saturday sessions at Teddington Lock run on the all-weather pitch at 10 Broom Road, Teddington TW11 9NW, a few minutes' walk from the lock footbridge. You can park in the pay-by-app car park on Broom Road, take the 281, 285 or R68 to the Teddington Lock bus stops, or walk about 12 minutes from Teddington station. Bring boots for artificial grass, shin pads, water and a warm layer, and arrive 5–10 minutes early.

If you're still deciding whether Saturday football in Teddington suits your child, start with our guide to kids' football in Teddington and Twickenham. This page is the practical part: where the pitch is, how to get there, where to park and what happens on your child's first Saturday.

Where is the pitch at Teddington Lock?

The address is 10 Broom Road, Teddington, TW11 9NW. In Google Maps the pitch is listed as "All Weather Pitch, 10 Broom Rd". It sits near the top of Broom Road, close to where Ferry Road meets Kingston Road, and about 200 metres south of the Teddington Lock footbridges.

Don't head for the lock itself or the riverside path. The pitch is set back from the river, on the Broom Road side. Our Teddington Lock venue page has a map and a "Get directions" button that takes you to the right spot.

Families come to these sessions from Teddington, Hampton Wick, Twickenham, Strawberry Hill, Ham, Kingston upon Thames and Hampton.

Is there parking at Teddington Lock?

Yes. The nearest car park is the sports-ground car park on Broom Road, listed on JustPark as Teddington Lock Sports Campus Car Park (Broom Road, TW11 9NW). According to the JustPark listing:

• It is open from 8am to 10pm every day, and there is no overnight parking.
• You pay by the hour through the JustPark app. It isn't free.
• Enter your registration correctly when you pay, or you risk a Parking Charge Notice.

Prices can change, so check the app before you set off. Some drivers who reviewed the car park mention a narrow entrance, so take the turn slowly. If you park on a nearby street instead, read the signs before you leave the car.

For a short Saturday session, many local families find it easier to walk, cycle or take the bus.

Which buses stop near the pitch?

The bus stops are called Teddington Lock, on Kingston Road (Stop Y) and on Ferry Road (Stops M and U), a short walk from the pitch. Three regular routes stop there:

• 281: Hounslow, Whitton, Twickenham, Fulwell, Teddington, Hampton Wick, Kingston, Surbiton and Tolworth.
• 285: Heathrow, Feltham, Hanworth, Hampton Hill, Teddington and Kingston.
• R68: Kew, Richmond, Twickenham, Teddington and Hampton Court.

The 281 is worth knowing if your family already uses Goals Tolworth. It runs all the way from Tolworth Station through Surbiton and Kingston to Teddington Lock, so a child who trains at both venues can do both journeys on one route. Check live times on the TfL Go app before you leave.

How far is the walk from Teddington station?

About 12 minutes on foot. Teddington station is on the South Western Railway line between Twickenham and Kingston. From Twickenham, trains stop at Strawberry Hill and then Teddington. From Kingston, they stop at Hampton Wick and then Teddington.

For a younger child, allow a few extra minutes. Twelve minutes for an adult can be fifteen for a five-year-old carrying a water bottle.

Can you walk or cycle from Ham or Kingston?

Yes. From Ham, cross the Thames on the Teddington Lock footbridges, then walk up to Broom Road. The pitch is only a few minutes from the Teddington end of the bridges. The footbridges are busy with walkers and pushchairs, so if you're cycling, wheel the bike across wherever signs ask you to.

From Kingston, cross Kingston Bridge and go through Hampton Wick. Broom Road starts in Hampton Wick and runs north to the pitch, so you can follow it most of the way.

If you cycle, bring a lock: the bike stays outside the pitch for the whole session.

Is the venue accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs?

We can't promise step-free access on every route, so message us on WhatsApp before your first session. Tell us what you need and we'll help you plan the best way in. AccessAble publishes an access guide to the Teddington Lock sports pitches with more detail on the paths and parking.

What should your child bring?

• Boots for artificial grass. Choose boots marked AG (artificial ground), moulded studs or astro trainers. Leave metal studs at home. Our guide to which football boots work on artificial pitches explains the labels.
• Shin pads if you have them. You don't need to buy a pair for a free trial.
• A full water bottle with their name on it.
• Layers. The pitch is outdoors. In autumn and winter add a hat, gloves and a waterproof when rain is forecast.
• No jewellery. Take off earrings and watches before the session starts.

Children can arrive already dressed in their kit and just put their boots on. Take younger ones to the toilet before you leave home; once a Minis session starts, a toilet trip takes a coach away from the group. For cold-weather kit in more detail, see our winter football training guide for parents.

What happens on your child's first Saturday?

All three age groups train at Teddington Lock on Saturdays: Minis (ages 4–7), Juniors (8–12) and Teens (13–17). We confirm the exact time when you book. The venue page always shows the current timetable.

1. Arrive 5–10 minutes early. That gives you time to park or walk in, and your child joins the warm-up calm rather than rushed.
2. Look for our coach setting out cones on the pitch. If you can't see us, message us on WhatsApp and we'll come and find you.
3. Hand your child to the coach in person. The coach needs to know who has arrived, and it gives you a minute to mention anything they should know, such as a nervous first-timer or an asthma inhaler in the bag.
4. The session starts with a ball, not laps. Most of the time goes on small games where every child gets plenty of touches.
5. Collect your child on time at the end. If you'd like to stay and watch, ask the coach on the day.

Our guide to what to expect at your child's free football trial walks through the session itself, and your child's first month of football covers the weeks after.

What if the weather is bad?

Sessions run outdoors, so dress your child for the weather. Rain on its own rarely stops play on an all-weather pitch. In severe weather a session can be cancelled; if you're not sure, message us on WhatsApp before you set off.

How do you book a free session at Teddington Lock?

Your child's first session is free, and we never ask for a card. Enter your child's date of birth on the free trial page, choose the Saturday session at Teddington Lock, then confirm from the email we send you. If you're not sure which group fits, our football age groups guide for 2026–27 works it out from a birth date.

Common questions

Is parking free at Teddington Lock?

No. The car park on Broom Road is pay-by-app through JustPark, open 8am to 10pm. Check the current price in the app before you go.

What time are the Saturday sessions?

We confirm the time when you book your child's free session. The Teddington Lock venue page shows the current timetable for Minis, Juniors and Teens.

Which bus goes from Kingston or Tolworth to Teddington Lock?

The 281. It runs from Tolworth Station through Surbiton, Kingston and Hampton Wick to the Teddington Lock stops. The 285 also runs from Kingston.

Is Teddington Lock the same venue as Goals Tolworth?

No. Teddington Lock is our Saturday venue in Teddington. Our weekday sessions run at Goals Tolworth on Kingston Road, KT5 9NT; our Goals Tolworth parking and entrance guide covers that venue.

Sources

All checked November 2026:

• JustPark: Teddington Lock Sports Campus Car Park, Broom Road (opening hours, payment)
• bustimes.org: Teddington Lock (Stop Y) and Teddington Lock (Stop M) (bus routes)
• Konevych FDC: Teddington Lock timetable and directions