Play · Padel
Padel courts near Cambridge.
Quite possibly the most beautiful courts in the country: two floodlit padel courts in the parkland at Waresley, twenty minutes from Cambridge, with lessons from our coaches, rackets to hire and an honesty bar courtside. Easy to pick up, hard to put down.
Padel at Waresley
Padel in Cambridgeshire: fast, social, easy to learn.
Played in doubles on an enclosed court, padel sits somewhere between tennis and squash. Underarm serves, simple scoring and the walls in play make it accessible from the first game; placement and teamwork make it rewarding for years.
Courts are open to everyone, not just members, and are floodlit for evening play. Book a court online from £35 an hour, hire a racket if you need one, and go. Members play at member rates.
Book a court
Pick a time.
Courts must be booked in advance. Your access code comes with the confirmation. Members: sign in to get member prices.
Lessons
Learn it properly.
One‑to‑one or small‑group coaching with our padel coaches, whether you've never held a racket or you're stuck at the same level. Book below.
Before you play
What to bring, and how we play.
- Comfortable sportswear and trainers with good grip; the courts are outdoors, so dress for the weather
- A padel racket and balls, or add racket hire (£3 per hour) and balls (£6 for three) to your booking
- Children are welcome, supervised by an adult unless they're in an organised session
- Courts can be slippery in wet or frosty weather; take care, and tell us about any injury or equipment issue straight away
- Please follow estate rules and staff instructions; disruptive play isn't tolerated
- An honesty bar at the courts for players
Good to know
Questions.
Anything else, call reception on 01223 491396.
How do I book?
Courts must be booked in advance using the booking table above. Your access code is sent with the confirmation.
Do I need to be a member?
No, guests are very welcome: £35 for 60 minutes or £50 for 90. Members sign in when booking for member prices: £25 for 60 minutes or £35 for 90.
Can I hire a racket? Do you sell balls?
Yes: rackets £3 per 60 minutes, balls £6 for three. Add both to your booking.
Are the courts covered or floodlit?
Not covered, but yes, floodlit, so evening play is fine.
What are the opening times?
Monday and Tuesday 9am–5pm, Wednesday to Friday 9am–9pm, Saturday 10am–7pm, Sunday 9am–5pm.
What's the cancellation policy?
Cancel more than two hours before your booking and the session value is credited to your Waresley account for a future booking. Within two hours it's non‑refundable, and no‑shows are charged in full.
Play more, pay less
Members play from £25 an hour.
Waresley membership starts at £10 a month and includes padel at member rates, plus discounts across the lake, spa, classes and food.