The Padel Club Announces New Padel Courts in Cheltenham – Bringing Community and Competition to the Festival Town.

One of the UK’s fastest-growing sports providers, The Padel Club, is bringing four state-of-the-art indoor panoramic padel courts to Festival Trade Park, Cheltenham. This follows The Padel Club establishing its 9 Gloucester courts in 2024 to a resounding success. Cheltenham, famed for its festivals, racing, and Regency heritage, will now add The Padel Club to its impressive sporting scene. The new facility will include four indoor panoramic courts, premium seating, lockers, showers, and a 10-metre-high roof designed to create the perfect playing experience for players of all levels. The Padel Club, founded in 2022, has quickly built a reputation for its welcoming, community-driven approach. Following the success of their Wilmslow venue, Gloucester Quays expansion and the major new site at Trafford City – the largest purpose-built padel venue in the North of the UK – Cheltenham marks their latest step in making padel accessible to more players. “We’ve always believed padel is more than just a sport – it’s a way to connect people. You don’t need a partner to start playing, and it’s easy to meet new friends on the court. We want The Padel Club to be a place where people come together, share experiences, and leave with more than just a great game,” said Kris Ball, CEO of The Padel Club. The club’s community-first approach has been a key to its success, welcoming players of all abilities and helping them improve their game through friendly matches, competitions, and top level coaching. The decision to open in Cheltenham reflects The Padel Club’s belief that the town’s rich sporting culture and strong sense of community make it a perfect fit. “We’ve seen how much sportspeople love padel, from cricketers to rugby players, and we know Cheltenham has a fantastic sporting heritage. It’s a town that loves sport and community, which is exactly what The Padel Club stands for,” said Kris Ball. The new Cheltenham venue has been designed with player experience in mind, offering:

• Four indoor panoramic padel courts with a 10-metre-high roof – ideal for competitive and social play.
• Premium seating areas for players and spectators.
• On-site lockers and showers for convenience.
• A soundproof curtain system for an enhanced playing experience.

The Padel Club encourages everyone to give padel a try. Beginner introduction sessions with qualified coaches will be available, and all equipment, including racquets, can be hired or purchased from the onsite shop. Bookings can be made easily through the Playtomic mobile app. The Padel Club will begin the conversion Festival Trade Park, Cheltenham soon, with the opening planned for pre-Summer. The team is committed to creating a facility that will become a proud part of Cheltenham’s sporting scene. “We want to build something special for Cheltenham – a place that brings people together through padel, whether they’re picking up a racquet for the first time or playing at a competitive level. From our courts to our coaching and customer service, we’re creating something the community can be proud of,” added Kris Ball. For press or media enquiries, please contact Pippa Nash at pippa.nash@thepadelclub.co.uk.