Where to Play Padel in Leicester | 2026 Court Guide & Reviews
Updated June 2026 · Leicester & Leicestershire
Leicester’s padel scene is expanding fast. The city now has venues open across the city and county — from Club Padelaire (premium multi-sport, Barkby Road) and The Rally Hub (indoor padel and racket sports, Beeby) to Manor Padel Club (rural indoor, Tur Langton) — with Pulse Padel Leicester (5 indoor courts) and Leicester Padel Club (7 indoor courts, Thurmaston) both opening in 2026. Most venues book via Playtomic.
Quick picks
- Best premium experience: Club Padelaire (Barkby Road, luxury multi-sport, SportGrid app)
- Best indoor value: Manor Padel Club (from £25/hr, rural setting, Playtomic)
- Best for beginners: The Rally Hub (social multi-sport, racket hire £4, Playtomic)
- Best 2026 opening to watch: Leicester Padel Club (7 indoor courts, Thurmaston)
| Venue | Courts | Price/hr | Type | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Club Padelaire | Multiple | Premium | Indoor | SportGrid app |
| The Rally Hub | Multiple | Mid-range | Indoor | Playtomic |
| Manor Padel Club | 1–2 | £25–40 | Indoor (barn) | Playtomic |
| Padel4All / David Lloyd Narborough | 1 | Members | Outdoor | DL app |
| David Lloyd Meridian | 1 | Members | Outdoor | DL app |
| Pulse Padel Leicester | 5 | TBC | Indoor | TBC — 2026 opening |
| Leicester Padel Club | 7 | TBC | Indoor | TBC — Thurmaston LE4 |
| Loughborough University (Soul Padel) | 2 | — | Outdoor | Playtomic |
| Harborough CSC (Market Harborough) | 2 | — | Outdoor | Direct |
Leicester padel venues in detail
Club Padelaire — Leicester’s premium padel destination
Address: Barkby Road, Leicester LE4 9LX
Leicester’s most upmarket padel venue, combining glass-walled padel courts to international standard with pickleball and glass-enclosed table tennis. Premium lighting, high-quality surfaces and a social area. Membership required to access the extended booking window; casual players can book 7 days ahead via the SportGrid app. Currently open to members with limited slots.
Book via SportGrid app (not Playtomic)
The Rally Hub — indoor multi-sport, beginner-friendly
Address: Unit 1, Beeby Fields, Barkby Road, Beeby, Leicester LE7 3BQ
Indoor centre bringing padel, pop tennis, pickleball, badminton and table tennis under one roof. Padel racket hire available for £4/person. Beginner sessions planned and a relaxed, social atmosphere. Coaching via Rise Up Racket Sports. Gate code sent before each booking. Book via Playtomic.
Manor Padel Club — rural indoor, pay & play
Address: The Manor Rural Business Park, Tur Langton, Leicestershire LE8 0PJ
One indoor padel court in a fully enclosed barn at a rural business park between Leicester and Market Harborough. No membership required, pay-and-play. Racket hire available on site. Toilets and vending machines on site; Mint + Ginger café nearby. From £25/hr off-peak, up to £40/hr peak. Book via Playtomic.
David Lloyd — Narborough & Meridian
Both David Lloyd sites in Leicester have one outdoor padel court bookable via the David Lloyd app. Full club facilities included with membership. Not accessible to non-members.
Opening in 2026: Leicester’s biggest padel venues yet
Pulse Padel Leicester is opening 5 indoor courts (4 doubles + 1 singles) at the Stonecraft Paving Centre, Desford Lane, Kirby Muxloe, Leicester LE9 2BR. The venue will include a café with social area, alcohol licence, changing rooms, showers, table tennis, pro shop, coaching, leagues and tournaments. Booking platform TBC — check pulsepadel.co.uk for updates.
Leicester Padel Club is opening in Thurmaston (LE4) with 7 indoor courts and a social space. Founders memberships available now via leicesterpadel.club. The 7-court facility will make it Leicester’s largest dedicated padel club when it opens.
Leicestershire beyond Leicester city
Loughborough University (Soul Padel) has 2 outdoor courts on the university campus (LE11 3TT), bookable via Playtomic or the Loughborough Sport app. Harborough CSC in Market Harborough has 2 outdoor courts with changing facilities (Fairfield Road, LE16 9QH), bookable direct with the club.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I play padel in Leicester?
Open venues include Club Padelaire (premium, Barkby Road, SportGrid app), The Rally Hub (indoor multi-sport, Beeby, Playtomic), Manor Padel Club (indoor barn, Tur Langton, Playtomic), and David Lloyd Narborough and Meridian (members only). Pulse Padel Leicester (5 courts, Kirby Muxloe) and Leicester Padel Club (7 courts, Thurmaston) are both opening in 2026.
What is the biggest padel club in Leicester?
Leicester Padel Club in Thurmaston is opening with 7 indoor courts, making it the largest dedicated padel club in the city when open. Pulse Padel Leicester will have 5 indoor courts at Kirby Muxloe.
How much does padel cost in Leicester?
Manor Padel Club runs £25–40/hr. Club Padelaire is premium-priced with membership options. Check Playtomic for current pricing at each venue — off-peak rates are typically lower.
Do I need a membership to play padel in Leicester?
No for most venues. Manor Padel Club and The Rally Hub are pay-and-play. Club Padelaire requires membership for priority booking but casual players can book 7 days ahead. David Lloyd courts require club membership.
Is there padel near Loughborough?
Yes — Soul Padel operates 2 outdoor courts at Loughborough University campus (LE11 3TT), bookable via Playtomic or the Loughborough Sport app.