Where to play Tennis in London

Tennis is a staple of both sporting and British culture. From the summer sunsets enjoying Wimbledon with strawberries and cream to days practising on courts across the country, the sport is flourishing. With high demand to play all across the capital, Playfinder have assembled a list of the best venues to dust off your racket in London.

Where to play in North London?

Looking to channel your inner Andy Murray or Serena Williams while in North London? Lincoln’s Inn Fields, in Holborn, is an excellent venue to play tennis. Located near Holborn Station, the courts are accessible via public transport so you can travel to the grounds easily all week round. Monday to Sunday, Lincoln’s Inn Fields are open from 8am till Dusk for a day’s worth of matches if you so wish.

Where to play in South London?

South London’s Sherwood Recreation Ground boasts some of the capital’s best facilities. The courts are well-maintained and provide you with a great opportunity to play, provided you are a member of the venue. With Mitcham station a mere stone’s throw from the facilities, you can play from 8am till Dusk with the comfort of knowing there is easy access to the facilities.

Where to play in Central London?

In between the hustle and bustle of Central London, a game of tennis is a great opportunity to relax after work. Camden’s Lincoln’s Inn Field is there to meet your needs and help you hone your skillset. Notably, the courts are near Holborn station, therefore, you can access the facilities easily, from 8am till dusk.

Where to play in East London?

Looking to hire a tennis court in East London? Open between 7am till 10pm between Monday to Friday, the Sylvestrian Leisure Centre may be the answer for you. Located in Snaresbrook, and near the train station of the same name, the leisure centre offers a number of courts for you to lace up your tennis trainers. Even on the weekend, the facilities are open a number of hours including 8am till 6pm on Saturday and 9am till 6pm on Sunday.

Where to play in West London?

Are you planning on playing a game of tennis in West London? Consider Ark Burlington Danes Academy near White City station. Open in after school hours, the facility has hard (macadam) tennis courts and these are looked after impeccably to ensure there are no untoward bounces during a crucial point. The venue offers a pay as you play basis so you can play with ease for a one-off game. If, however, you wish to play a number of regular games, do take advantage of the block booking system. The system allows a number of games to be played week to week without worrying about being without a court.