Padel is one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports — easy to learn, highly social, and a great cardio workout. With more than 1,000 courts across 325 venues nationwide, and 400,000 players nationwide (as of July 2025), it's a fantastic new way to get active.

There were just 68 courts in 2019, when the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) took on governance of the sport. This growth has seen impressive annual increases in courts from: 87 in 2020, 150 in 2021, 220 in 2022, 350 in 2023 and to 763 at the end of 2024.

Norfolk Tennis supports padel venue growth and opportunities across the region. As of January 2026, there are eight padel venues (and 23 courts) in the County. 

📍Current LTA Registered Padel Venues:
Norfolk Padel, East Barsham/Fakenham
Diss-Heywood Tennis & Padel Club, Diss 

The first Norfolk Padel County Championships, consisting of nine events, was held in 2025 with the Finals Day at Norfolk Padel.

🗓️ Tournament Dates:
2026 Dates TBD
2026 Finals Day Venue TBD