We've been based at our iconic centre in South West London, nestled in the shadow of Battersea Power Station, since 1871.
Please note: Battersea’s centres are closed to the public except for pre-booked appointments or guided tours.
How to get to Battersea London
If you are visiting for a rehoming appointment please use our main entrance on 4 Battersea Park Road, SW8 4AA.
If you are bringing in a stray animal or giving up your own pet for adoption please use the entrance of Sopwith Way intake entrance for dogs. Please use the main entrance on Battersea Park Road for cats.
Nearest bus routes
Direction | Bus routes |
Towards Vauxhall | 156, 211, 344 and 436 |
Towards Clapham Junction | 156 and 344 |
Nearest train and tube stations
Battersea Park (from Victoria or Clapham Junction) - three minutes’ walk
Queenstown Road (from Waterloo) - six minutes’ walk
Battersea Power Station on the Northern Line - five minutes’ walk along Nine Elms Lane.
Vauxhall on the Victoria Line - 20 minutes’ walk along Nine Elms Lane.
Travelling by car and parking
Chelsea Bridge Wharf Car Park - 9 minute walk to our centre
Battersea Power Station Car Park - 9 minute walk to our centre
Disabled access
Step-free access is via the entrance on Battersea Park Road. For further information please contact us.