Where to Play Padel in the West Midlands

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If you’re looking to play padel in the West Midlands, the options now range from urban warehouses in Birmingham to leafy village clubs in Worcestershire and Herefordshire. A few years ago, padel here meant the odd trial court at a private club, but today it’s a mix of purpose-built indoor hubs, community-driven sports centres, and traditional racquets clubs adding the sport to their line-up. It shows just how fast padel is embedding itself into the region — and how easy it’s becoming to find a court that fits your style.

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Playing Indoors vs Outdoors

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For reliable play year-round, Birmingham has led the way indoors. Core Padel is the biggest draw, with five doubles courts and a singles court under one roof, a café and pro shop at the heart of the site, and opening hours that stretch from early morning to midnight. Padel Inn at Great Bridge has three climate-controlled courts with free parking and simple pay-as-you-play booking and Sandwell Padel also has  three more indoor courts at Tipton Sports Academy. 

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For something between indoor and outdoor, Connect Padel UK – Birmingham has four panoramic courts under canopies at Moseley Rugby Club. Additionally, Powerleague Birmingham combined its football complex with three covered padel courts in 2024. The design keeps the outdoor feel while ensuring games aren’t called off for rain.

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Outdoor venues are spread across the region. Barnt Green Sports Club added three floodlit courts in 2024 and keeps prices low for members while offering pay-and-play for visitors. Club Padel at Branston Golf & Country Club has three LED-lit panoramic courts, a clubhouse, and terraces for spectators. Corte Sport at The Hayes runs three outdoor courts alongside a hospitality space, while Kenilworth Tennis, Squash & Croquet Club has two floodlit courts that quickly became a hub for both members and casual players. Hereford Squash, Tennis & Racketball Centre offers two covered courts that extend play through the seasons, and Solihull Arden Club has three astroturf courts, backed by active leagues and social sessions. 

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In Birmingham, Padel Haus at Fort Dunlop is a rooftop-style pop-up with one outdoor court now and three more planned. Finally, Edgbaston Priory Club has installed a single trial court for racquet-sport members as part of a six-month pilot.

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Getting Started

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Beginners are well catered for. Barnt Green runs free member socials on Thursday evenings and Saturday afternoons, a natural first step for new players. Corte Sport has a wide coaching menu — from intro sessions to tactical programmes — and regular tournaments that mix ability levels. Edgbaston Priory has offered free introductory coaching during its trial, while Hereford provides a straightforward pathway for squash and tennis players trying padel for the first time. Kenilworth combines pay-and-play with low-cost member rates and weekly mix-ins, ensuring a quick route into the community. Padel Inn is known for its relaxed welcome, Padel Haus for its flexible taster packages, and Connect Padel for its mission to provide 1,000 free hours a year to schools and charities.

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The Social Side

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The social scene is where many clubs shine. Corte Sport fills its calendar with Americanos, tournaments, and socials. Kenilworth has seen its community grow rapidly, with weekly sessions and multiple leagues running side by side. Solihull Arden adds further structure with twelve internal leagues, while Barnt Green relies on its member socials to bring people together. Padel Inn has a lounge area where players often linger, while Padel Haus plans to expand events once more courts open. Even without formal leagues, Core Padel’s long hours mean friendly matches can happen at almost any time.

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Costs and Access

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Pay-and-play dominates. Outdoor venues like Barnt Green, Corte Sport, Padel Haus, Kenilworth, and Hereford all publish clear hourly rates, typically between £8 and £12 per person, depending on membership and time of day. Indoor hubs such as Core Padel and Padel Inn sit at the higher end (£12–£15 at peak times), reflecting their facilities and availability. Solihull Arden, Kenilworth, and Corte Sport offer hybrid membership models that reduce court fees and provide perks such as priority booking. Edgbaston Priory restricts padel to members, while Connect Padel pledges to keep prices affordable alongside its free hours for schools and charities.

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Parking is rarely an issue, with free options at most suburban sites. Changing rooms and showers are standard at traditional clubs like Kenilworth, Hereford, and Solihull Arden, while cafés or vending options are common at Core Padel, Corte Sport, and Padel Inn.

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Standout Settings

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Each venue leaves a different impression. Core Padel stands out as a purpose-built hub, always buzzing with players. Corte Sport combines high-spec courts with a social hospitality area. Club Padel at Branston has a polished, panoramic look, while Padel Haus delivers something unusual — an outdoor rooftop-style court overlooking Fort Dunlop. Barnt Green and Kenilworth feel rooted in village sports clubs, while Solihull Arden is very much a members’ racquets club. Hereford’s covered courts extend the season in a simple but effective way, and Edgbaston Priory remains the most exclusive, with padel now joining its traditional tennis and squash offer.

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After the Game

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Post-match, there are plenty of places to stay and socialise. Core Padel and Corte Sport both have cafés where games continue over coffee. Barnt Green and Kenilworth keep the clubhouse tradition alive, while Solihull Arden and Hereford run licensed bars. Club Padel adds restaurant and terrace seating, and Padel Inn keeps things relaxed with vending and lounge space. Padel Haus offers benches and picnic tables for now, with expansion planned, while Edgbaston Priory provides a more formal members’ bar and restaurant. Connect Padel, based at a rugby club, shares its social spaces with the wider community, and the forthcoming Sandwell Padel will be part of a larger leisure centre with cafés and fitness facilities.

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Summary

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The West Midlands has become one of the most varied padel regions in the UK. Indoor hubs such as Core Padel and Padel Inn ensure reliable year-round play, while Powerleague and Sandwell Padel bring courts into mainstream leisure settings. Outdoor players can choose between traditional clubs like Barnt Green, Kenilworth, and Hereford, or opt for the panoramic set-ups at Club Padel and Corte Sport. Private members’ clubs such as Edgbaston Priory and Solihull Arden give padel a premium edge, while Padel Haus and Connect Padel show how new formats are bringing the game into unexpected spaces. Whether you’re after social sessions, structured coaching, or just a casual hit after work, there’s now a court in the West Midlands to suit.