The Padel Yard was created for players who want a casual game of pickleball or padel with their mates. With help from Game4Padel, the team took over the Backyard Cinema site to open three outdoor padel courts. You’ll also find new indoor courts, plus a social space with a bar serving alcohol, smoothies and protein shakes. The club's events calendar is packed with leagues, tournaments and social gatherings.

Price: courts are £60 an hour; memberships start from £30 a month.

2 Armoury Way London, Wandsworth, SW18 1SH

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Padium was created by the team behind Barry’s Bootcamp. The club has seven indoor panoramic glass courts and one outdoor court. Advanced players will appreciate the 10m indoor ceiling and the excellent floor conditions for a fast-paced game. You’ll also have access to world-class coaches for one-to-one and group sessions. Off court, there are chillout zones, modern changing rooms, a bar with energy drinks and protein shakes, and a pro shop with exclusive clothing from Björn Borg and Babolat rackets. 

Price: courts are £80 an hour; membership gets you reduced rates.

10 Bank Street, Canary Wharf, E14 4JD

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Housed in a converted Victorian warehouse, this venue near South Bermondsey station is one of the slickest out there. Expect five panoramic-glass courts, an on-site Pro Shop (in partnership with Padel Corner), smart changing rooms, and a mezzanine lounge for post-match catch ups. There’s a café serving speciality coffee, plus a bar pouring cocktails and craft beers. With leagues, tournaments, open matches and coaching sessions for all levels, it’s ideal for both social players and serious competitors.

Price: Monthly memberships from £30.

Ilderton Road, Rollins Street, Bermondsey, SE15 1EP

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Over in East London, Stratford Padel Club has built a community of over 25k players, who visit its site near the Olympic Park to play on one of nine indoor courts. The club was opened by a group of friends six years ago and quickly became one of the best spots to play padel in the UK. It offers pay-to-play matches (download the app to organise matches with other players), as well as private and group lessons, and tournaments for intermediates. The site also has a gym, table tennis areas, a small restaurant and a beer garden. 

Price: From £17 an hour for non-members; memberships available for frequent players.

221 High Street, Stratford, E15 2AE

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Set just behind Wembley Stadium, this open-air club is one of the most accessible in the capital. There are three high-spec outdoor courts, available daily, with affordable drop-in sessions for all levels. It’s especially good for newcomers – introductory classes cost just £5, and social sessions run throughout the week. Bookings are made through Playtomic, and you can hire rackets on site.

Price: From £9pp for social play; £36 an hour per court.

Wembley Park Boulevard, Wembley, HA9 0TG

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Rocket Padel has a 14-court site in Bristol, London’s biggest club in Ilford and a newer site at Battersea Power Station. The Ilford site is home to 11 indoor panoramic courts and two tournament centre courts. The venue is LTA (Lawn Tennis Association) approved and has a coaching academy if you want to level up your skills. Over at the Battersea site, there are four panoramic indoor courts, sleek changing rooms, a warm-up zone, and a café, bar and bistro overlooking the Thames. There are sessions for beginners and intermediates, and you can book private or group lessons. 

Price: from £20 an hour.

2 The Drive, Ilford, IG1 3PS; 1 Circus Rd E, Nine Elms, SW11 8DQ

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One of London’s original padel venues, Padel Social Club has a site with state-of-the-art equipment in Earl's Court, a space at Babington House, plus a site at the O2. Over in Earl's Court, there are five panoramic outdoor courts with various surfaces and lighting, so you can play outside whatever the weather. Coaching programmes are tailored to different skill levels, and there are lessons for beginners too. The club itself has an outdoor roof terrace, a restaurant and bar for post-match drinks, a shop, and modern changing rooms with saunas and ice baths. Plus, this is one of the best options on this list for social events – the team host regular events, ‘play dates’ for singles, and summer parties. 

Price: Drop-in sessions from £17 an hour; memberships and packages available.

Empress Place, Earl’s Court, SW6 1TT

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Tucked inside Hybrid Fitness near Plough Lane, this no-frills club has a great atmosphere and one indoor court that’s open from early morning until late at night. It’s a solid choice for beginners and locals looking for a welcoming crowd, with weekly sessions, open play, coaching and a WhatsApp group to help match you with other players. There are changing rooms, racket hire and a coffee hatch on site.

Price: the court is £36 an hour.

Stadia 3, 346 Plough Lane, Wimbledon, SW17 0BH

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One of the largest padel clubs in Essex, PDL has six indoor and six outdoor courts. Ideal for beginners and those after a leisurely game, members can look forward to summer events, while drop-ins can book training sessions and take part in amateur club tournaments. One of the most affordable options on this list, members are given a ‘padel passport’ for £50 a month, granting them unlimited padel access, free equipment hire, event discounts and access to coaching. Plus, kids play for free with an adult.

Price: Sessions from £6 per hour; memberships start from £50 a month. 

112 Brooker Road, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1JH

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This is where Wimbledon’s ball boys and girls, and many of the pros, train pre-tournament. As well as 20 indoor and outdoor tennis courts, there are three padel courts where you can challenge your mates to a game or sign up for sessions with pro-level coaches. Best of all, you don’t need to be a member to use the courts – just sign up for a pay-to-play session. 

Price: From £20 an hour.

Priory Lane, Roehampton, SW15 5JQ

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