7 Best Padel Courts In London
If there’s one sport you might have heard about from your friend, housemate, colleague or new acquaintance you met at the bar twenty minutes ago, it’s padel. The cross between tennis and squash is all the rage at the moment, boosted by the fact that it’s much easier to play than tennis, and not bogged down with the same accusations of stuffiness that plague squash.
Since 2022 padel has seen exponential growth, and while we can’t verify its claim to officially be the fastest-growing sport in the world, it’s not far off. Here are some of the best in London, from Shoreditch to Hyde Park.
Padel Yard, Wandsworth
The Padel Yard, based in Wandsworth, has six full-sized padel courts, both indoor and outdoor.
As a bonus, they also have a bar where you can toast your newfound sport with a post-game pint in the sun – which is the main reason we do exercise, after all.
As a bonus, they also have a bar where you can toast your new found sport with a post-game pint in the sun
2 Armoury Way, London SW18 1SH
thepadelyard.com
Padel Social Club, Earls Court
This is like the Soho House of Padel clubs – the same interior experts even design the clubhouse. They aim for a more community feel, rather than just people turning up and booking a court (although you can do that too). With a location already in Earls Court and one to come in Wandsworth, they are expanding almost as fast as the game itself.
Paired with offerings of yoga, pilates HIIT classes and a clubhouse bar, there’s few better ways to be both social and active.
Empress Pl, London SW6 1TT
padelsocial.club
Shoreditch Power League
Powerleague has bolstered East London’s padel scene at their highly popular Shoreditch hub. The four outdoor courts are available to hire for 60- or 90-minute slots, with club lessons, coaching leagues, and vibrant social tournaments serving as a key part of the draw.
Powerleague has bolstered East London’s padel scene at their highly popular Shoreditch hub.
Braithwaite Street Opposite Shoreditch High Street, London E1 6GJ
powerleague.com
Rocket Padel
Battersea’s premier riverfront padel hub is a state-of-the-art facility made for year-round play. The landmark club features four panoramic indoor courts housed inside a striking, 11-meter-high bespoke glass building with views of the River Thames.
It goes far beyond standard court hire; the venue boasts a stylish clubhouse, high-end changing facilities, a dedicated warm-up zone, a pro-shop, and a comfortable lounge, bar, and bistro to socialise in post-match.
1 Circus Rd E, Nine Elms, London SW11 8DQ
batterseapowerstation.co.uk
Stratford Padel Club
London’s biggest, Stratford Padel Club has 9 courts, regular tournaments and coaching sessions awaiting those who want to level up their games.
Learn the basics, level up and join the 20,000-plus players who head all the way out East for this blossoming sport.
London’s biggest, Stratford Padel Club has 9 courts, regular tournaments and coaching sessions
221 High St, London E15 2AE
stratfordpadelclub.com
Hyde Park Padel
It’s London’s largest park, so of course it has a padel court. In the southwest corner of Hyde Park, where the park meets Exhibition Road, and south of The Serpentine, this public court lies.
Book up to 7 days in advance, and with a cafe right nearby, this is an accessible and easy way to kick off your padel career or hone your skills.
Hyde Park, Park Sports, S Carriage Dr, London W2 2UH
parksports.co.uk
Padium
Outdoor sports are great, but as we head into winter, inevitably we begin searching for indoor options. Padium is one of your best bets, situated in Canary Wharf and sporting seven indoor courts, and two brilliantly placed outdoor courts set amid skyscrapers. With a pro shop where you can stock up on some gear, this is a great option.
Outdoor sports are great, but as we head into winter inevitable we begin searching for indoor options
10 Bank St, London E14 4DE
padium.com
