Marble Arch London BID is partnering with sponsors Portman Marylebone to bring a court to London’s West End for the first time. Pop-up Padel at Marble Arch will take place from Wednesday 31 July to Monday 26 August from 7am – 8pm each day and will see a temporary court placed at Marble Arch.
Whether you’re a beginner or a Padel pro, book your Marble Arch Padel tickets now to play next to the iconic London monument.
Book Your Padel Session
The temporary padel court at Marble Arch can be hired seven days a week in one-hour time slots, from Wednesday 31 July to Monday 26 August from 7am – 8pm each day, with bats and balls included.
A standard court booking fee of £40 per hour applies. The game is designed for four players and most matches feature two pairs of players.
To book the temporary court at Pop-up Padel at Marble Arch you will first need to set up an account. You must book online due to high demand.
Please use the above booking widget to check availability and book a court now.
We’ve compiled a list of answers to the most frequently asked questions, please scroll down to read our FAQ. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please email padel@marble-arch.london.
Pop-up Padel at Marble Arch
Padel has become one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports in recent years, thanks to its fun and easy-to-learn rules, its highly sociable nature and its accessibility to mixed ages and abilities. Played on an enclosed court about a third of the size of a tennis court with back walls for the ball to bounce off, the game is designed for four players and most matches feature two pairs of players.
Working with the Central London Alliance, who delivered Padel in the City of London last year, the padel court at Marble Arch can be hired seven days a week in one-hour time slots, with bats and balls included.
As well as promoting an active lifestyle, Pop-up Padel at Marble Arch aims to showcase the inclusive nature of the game, which thanks to the size of its courts, allows people to play sport in a wider variety of urban settings. Marble Arch London BID is giving Westminster City Save cardholders access to special offers and is also working with All Out Padel, England’s first LGBTQ+ padel club, to encourage its members to try out the court at Marble Arch.
With thanks to Westminster Council for allowing us to use the space at Marble Arch.
Padel rules
Padel is a sport for anyone and everyone. No matter your age or ability, everyone is welcome at Pop-up Padel at Marble Arch. Padel is a racket sport that combines elements of tennis, squash, and racquetball. It’s played on a smaller court with walls around it, and the ball can be played off the walls in a similar way to squash. The game is typically played in doubles, and the scoring system is the same as tennis.
Click here to read some basic padel rules, including how to serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
The fastest way to get answers is by looking at our customer FAQ’s. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please email padel@marble-arch.london.
1When can I book the court?The court at Pop-up Padel at Marble Arch can be booked from Wednesday 31 July to Monday 26 August from 7am – 8pm each day.
2Do I need to register my details before I can book?Yes. You just need to set up an online account - its free, quick and easy.
3Can I hire a padel racket?Bats and balls are included in your court booking fee.
4Is padel played in doubles?Padel is typically played as doubles with the smaller court and the higher speed of the game making it difficult to cover the court when playing on your own.
5What should I wear to play padel?It’s all about wearing what you feel most comfortable in! Some kind of sports kit and a comfy pair of trainers are a good place to start.
6Can I pay with cash at the venue?No. We are cashless. You must book online to play at Pop-up Padel at Marble Arch.
7What is your cancellation policy?Cancellation Fees and Refunds:
- Cancellations made up to 24 hours before your booked time slot will incur a £1 cancellation fee, with the remainder being refunded.
- If you fail to cancel with more than 24 hours’ notice or do not show up, no credit or refund will be provided.
Adverse Weather Conditions and Court Unplayability:
- If we determine that the court is unplayable, a full refund will be automatically issued and your booking will be cancelled. No further action is required on your part.
- Decisions to cancel a session due to heavy rain and/or adverse weather will be based on the condition of the court, and many sessions may proceed despite the rain.
- If the weather forecast immediately before the session is poor, we will make the cancellation decision as late as reasonably possible.
- If you choose to play in adverse/inclement weather conditions in circumstances where we have determined the court is unplayable and use the court for more than 15 minutes from the start time, you will not be eligible for a refund. Any play during adverse/inclement weather is at your own risk.
- A booking is considered played if more than 15 minutes have passed since the start time, and no credit or refund will be issued. You may continue to play at your own risk.
Extreme Weather Conditions:
- In the event of extreme weather warnings issued by the Met Office, such as heavy snow, strong winds, or very high temperatures, we reserve the right to cancel all bookings or remain open at the sole discretion of senior management.
- Customers will be notified of cancellations via email and/or text message once a decision has been made.
Refunds:
Refunds will only be processed to the payment card used for the original booking. Cash refunds are not available. The refund may take 2-3 business days once processed.
We are delighted to launch Pop-up Padel at Marble Arch and provide a wonderful space for people to try out this great new sport. With sponsors Portman Marylebone and partners Central London Alliance we have been able to bring padel to the West End for the first time and make it accessible to the community with special discounts and sessions for local residents and youth groups.
Kay Buxton, Chief Executive, Marble Arch London BID
What’s special about this sport is that the doubles format facilitates a bonding with both your partner and your opponents, and that continues even after the match is played.
In an age where people in the LGBT+ community can feel lonely or isolated because of the closure of gay venues or the trappings of the online world, it’s refreshing to see a sport that is bringing together people in our community and beyond in a very positive way.Lance Shacknofsky, Founder of All Out Padel
