The town of Wimbledon in England is home to the Wimbledon Championships. And to emphasise, the Wimbledon tournament is one of the oldest and arguably the most prestigious tennis event in the world. The All-England Club in London has been hosting the event since 1877. So, we can assume that there are a lot of tennis courts in the town. Well, our assumption is correct. So, today I’ll take you along to all the tennis courts in Wimbledon where you can sharpen up your skills.
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1. Wimbledon Park Tennis Courts
The tennis courts at Wimbledon Park are perfect if you haven’t used your racquet in a while. Wimbledon Park is a must-visit on its own. Conveniently, book online and play tennis at the courts without other players watching you. In total, there are 18 tennis courts to choose from for your next round of tennis. Courts one to ten are floodlit astroturf tennis courts, for us non-tennis-geniuses, that’s artificial grass. And then courts 11 to 20 are tarmac courts. Those are the original tennis courts we see on tv.
However, you need to be a member to make a booking. Luckily the membership is completely free, it just allows the council to prepare the courts, if need be, before your arrival. You can be assured that all the courts are in great condition. Also, you get a bit of exercise while participating in the sport that the town is known for. It’s a no-brainer.
2. Westside Tennis Club
In the heart of Wimbledon, the Westside Tennis Club welcomes visitors and members. The club caters to all tennis players with a total of 12 courts. Not only can more advanced players use the courts but also the more social players. On top of that, there are coaches ready to train competitive tennis players. And for the less competitive players, they organise social tennis sessions throughout the week. Taking the step from social matches to competitive tennis? No problem! The coaches offer structured group lessons as well as access to individual lessons.
Additionally, relax and grab something to eat from the outdoor bar and café that prepares fresh food and cakes. While you’re relaxing after your game, why not watch other players as the café looks out to the courts? And if you’re still in the mood for more tennis, enjoy a game of table tennis indoors.
3. Southfields Lawn Tennis Club
Southfields Lawn Tennis Club is situated near West Hill and is a well-known local landmark that’s been in Wimbledon for over 120 years. Unlike the other clubs, they have fewer courts. In total there are six hard courts, one of which uses artificial clay. Five of the courts are floodlit until 10 pm. Furthermore, two of them feature the latest LED court lighting technology.
Every year, from May up until July, the club hosts tennis events. Men and women singles and doubles are included in the event. In addition, an extremely popular winter singles ladder competition is held each year. Lastly, the main social event is the Finals Day party that you can’t miss. But if you’ve missed it, don’t worry, the club bar is open after each club session and has a great selection of drinks. So, even if you’re not feeling like tennis, you can still unwind and indulge in a drink.
4. Cottenham Tennis Club
Cottenham Park is located in Melbury Gardens, West Wimbledon. The park is a tranquil green scenic environment. Besides the playground and green grass perfect for families, there are tennis facilities. Members only can book courts one to four during club hours. However, grass courts A & B are closed for winter. The membership is free; however, you play as you pay. In other words, you pay a certain fee depending on the amount of time you play.
Nevertheless, Cottenham Park offers family tennis sessions to encourage families to play together. Families are allocated one session over a weekend, just remember to book your court. If you’re not yet sure about the family session and whether the kids are going to stick it out, there are junior and senior racquets and balls to borrow at the clubhouse. In essence, Cottenham is a family-friendly yet professional tennis court.
Now the Ball is in Your Court
Look after your health, fitness, strength, and agility by playing a round of tennis once in a while. Wimbledon is the perfect place to do this. Travelling around the UK? Have a look at hiking trails in the UK. You’ll fit right in if you decide to play some tennis in Wimbledon. I feel like I’ve used the word tennis way too much in this article. But, what can I do? It’s about tennis and Wimbledon is all about tennis after all. It’s a tennis town. No, I’m joking, I’m done now. If you’re still reading this after all those painful “tennis” jokes, I appreciate you so much, thank you for being here!
