Gripped London: Power Fan Descender

Gripped London
Available until 30 November 2025

Experience the ultimate rush at Gripped London 

Are you ready for the most extreme challenge at Gripped? Experience the thrill of base-jumping without a parachute! Free-fall from the top of a towering 24-metre structure, attached to our gravity-defying Power Fan descender restraint system. This incredible system uses your own body weight to ensure a soft landing.

Feel the adrenaline surge as you step off the tower and plunge into the ultimate rush. Do you have the nerve to take the leap? 

Details:

  • Maximum weight: 135kg
  • Minimum height: 1.3m
  • Highest platform: 24m
  • Minimum age: 7+

Challenge details:

  • Minimum Age: 7+. Under 15s require a ticket-holding adult (over 18) to participate with them
  • Safety First: All guests must attend a safety briefing and follow Team Members' instructions at all times
  • Accessibility: Gripped is not suitable for non-ambulant guests. All guests must be able to walk unaided
  • Fitness Level: The high ropes courses are advanced and require a good level of fitness
  • Shoes: Wear comfortable, moveable clothing and closed-toe shoes. Secure trainers with a good grip are highly recommended. No sliders, sandals, or high heels, please!
  • Clothing: No skirts allowed. Shorts or trousers only. T-shirts are acceptable
  • Gloves: Thin, protective gloves are recommended for High Ropes. Avoid thick winter gloves
  • Hair: Long hair must be tied up and secured
  • Other Belongings: No loose items allowed on any activity. Secure all belongings. Phones and valuables should not be taken on the course
Location
Staines Rd,
Hounslow,
TW14 0HH
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How to get there

OUR ADDRESS

Staines Road, Hounslow, TW14 0HH

Gripped London are based very close to the Surrey border and easily accessible from London, Middlesex, and Berkshire. Hounslow Heath is a great open space, and the perfect location for outdoor activities near London.

The turning for their car park is opposite Ron Smith Recycling - find them right alongside Hounslow Golf Park and Hobbledown Heath!

BY CAR

Gripped is located on Staines Road. Car parking is available on-site. The car park is managed by a separate company, and pay stations are accessed within the car park. The first 30 minutes are free, and parking costs £1 per hour thereafter. Please see individual machines for more details.

Gripped London offer space for over 600 vehicles, as well as 35 charging points for electric cars!

BY TRAIN

The nearest tube station is Hounslow Central which is on the Piccadilly line - 23 minutes journey time from Hammersmith.

The nearest train stations are Feltham and Hounslow.

BY BUS

The 117 & 235 buses stop outside Gripped. You can see a map of all the different bus routes in the area here

BY BIKE

If you are lucky enough to live near Gripped, why not go by bike? It's environmentally friendly, and you can use one of the many local cycle routes to help you get here. They even have a special place to put your bikes - but please don’t forget to bring your own padlock!

Facilities
  • Parking:The car park is managed by a separate company, and pay stations are accessed within the car park
  • Cafe
  • Toilets
More Info
Activity info:
  • Maximum weight: 135kg
  • Minimum height: 1.3m
  • Highest platform: 24m
  • Minimum age: 7+

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