What to know: London offers access to championship quality tennis courts in historic public parks without requiring private membership fees. Following major recent investments in surface resurfacing and online floodlight booking systems, playing recreational or competitive tennis across the capital is easier than ever. Here are 5 of the finest public court facilities.
1. Hyde Park Tennis Centre
Set on the western edge of Hyde Park, this center features six well maintained macadam courts surrounded by mature trees, supported by on site racquet restringing and a shaded parkside cafe.
Address:
South Carriage Drive, Hyde Park, London W2 2UH
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2. Islington Tennis Centre
One of the busiest tennis facilities in the country, Islington offers six high grade indoor courts and two outdoor courts, guaranteeing that winter weather or rain never interrupts your matches.
Address:
Market Road, London N7 9PL
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3. Battersea Park Tennis
With 19 hard courts available inside Battersea Park, this facility is ideal for arranging weekend matches, hosting regular amateur leagues, and providing drop in group coaching.
Address:
Battersea Park, Albert Bridge Road, London SW11 4NJ
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4. Regent’s Park Tennis Centre
Located within the peaceful Inner Circle of Regent’s Park, these 12 hard courts feature modern floodlights, professional LTA accredited coaches, and easy hourly online court reservations.
Address:
York Bridge, Inner Circle, Regent’s Park, London NW1 4NU
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5. Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre
Built for the London 2012 Olympic Games, this venue provides four world class indoor courts and six outdoor courts built to international tournament specifications, open to the general public.
Address:
Eton Manor, Leadmill Lane, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London E20 3AD
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