Are the courts playable after rain?

Not reliably. Multiple players report courts becoming dangerously slippery and waterlogged after rainfall, even covered courts. Water seeps through to the playing surface, making safe play difficult. Check conditions before booking, particularly following bad weather.

What equipment do I need to bring?

Racket and ball rental is available but costs around £16 on top of court fees. You cannot rent rackets—only purchase. Bring your own if you want to avoid extra expense. Water isn't provided, so bring your own or purchase from the bar.

How does booking and payment work?

Bookings are made through Playtomic. Check your payment confirmation carefully—the club has had issues with duplicate charges. If you're charged twice, contact Playtomic first, though the club remains responsible for refunds.

Is this venue good for tournaments and group bookings?

The location and facilities suit social events and corporate bookings, with food and bar available. However, recent tournament organisation has been criticised for last-minute changes, poor communication with players, and lack of response to concerns. Ask about their current event policies before committing.

Brighton & Hove Outdoor

Hove Beach Park Tennis & Padel

Beach Park, Hove, BN3 4FA

Data last verified: May 2026

Outdoor

artificial grass

★★★☆☆ 3.3/5 (16 reviews)

About Hove Beach Park Tennis & Padel

Hove Beach Park offers a beachside setting with outdoor artificial grass courts and a bar area that appeals to players looking for a social venue. However, drainage is a persistent issue—courts retain water after rain, creating dangerously slippery conditions that have caused injuries. The covering provides limited protection. Pricing is on the higher end without clear justification, and equipment rental costs add up quickly. Staff friendliness varies considerably. Recent tournament organisation has drawn criticism for poor communication and structural issues. The location and atmosphere are genuine strengths, but surface maintenance and operational consistency need attention before this venue delivers genuine value.

Outdoor padel courts

Hove Beach Park Tennis & Padel has outdoor courts on artificial grass surface. Outdoor padel is a great experience in good weather — courts feel more spacious and sessions under open sky have a different energy to indoor play. That said, outdoor courts are weather-dependent, so it's worth checking conditions before booking, particularly in autumn and winter. Many outdoor venues floodlight their courts for evening sessions. The weather widget below shows current and forecast padel conditions for this venue. New to the sport? Start with our beginner's guide.

Opening hours

Day	Hours
Monday	7 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday	7 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday	7 AM to 10 PM
Thursday	7 AM to 10 PM
Friday	7 AM to 10 PM
Saturday	7 AM to 10 PM
Sunday	7 AM to 10 PM

Hours may vary on public holidays. Always confirm with the venue before visiting.

Facilities & amenities

Parking
Changing rooms
Showers
Cafe / bar
Equipment hire
Coaching available
Wheelchair accessible

Useful reading

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Frequently Asked Questions

: Not reliably. Multiple players report courts becoming dangerously slippery and waterlogged after rainfall, even covered courts. Water seeps through to the playing surface, making safe play difficult. Check conditions before booking, particularly following bad weather.
: Racket and ball rental is available but costs around £16 on top of court fees. You cannot rent rackets—only purchase. Bring your own if you want to avoid extra expense. Water isn't provided, so bring your own or purchase from the bar.
: Bookings are made through Playtomic. Check your payment confirmation carefully—the club has had issues with duplicate charges. If you're charged twice, contact Playtomic first, though the club remains responsible for refunds.
: The location and facilities suit social events and corporate bookings, with food and bar available. However, recent tournament organisation has been criticised for last-minute changes, poor communication with players, and lack of response to concerns. Ask about their current event policies before committing.

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