Set in Derby, Derbyshire Tennis Centre is a community tennis venue owned by the Derbyshire Tennis Association. As a not for profit organisation, the income it generates is reinvested back into tennis across the county. The centre has two indoor courts and three outdoor floodlit courts, along with a padel court, all open to members and non-members alike.

A tennis and padel venue like this suits players of all ages and standards, whether you want to book a court for a casual game or take part in coached sessions. Facilities are open throughout the year, so there is scope to play in most weather.

Indoor and outdoor courts

Padel court

Open to all

Coaching available

LTA Youth venue

Not for profit

Derbyshire Tennis Centre in Derby, a community venue with indoor and outdoor floodlit courts, padel and coaching for all ages.

Derbyshire Tennis Centre

Darley Park is a large public park in Derby, set within walking distance of the city centre. Known for its attractive open spaces, it offers a relaxed setting close to town.

Parks like this are good for casual walks, family outings and spending time outdoors, whether you want a bit of fresh air or a spot to relax away from the busy city centre.

Close to city centre

Large open space

Darley Park is a large, popular park in Derby, within walking distance of the city centre.

Darley Park

Set in Derby, Littleover Valley Tennis Club is a local sports club for players who want to enjoy tennis in a friendly setting. It offers a space for members to play regularly and take part in club life.

Tennis clubs like this one are a good way to get active, meet other players and build up your game over time. Whether you are picking up a racket for the first time or returning after a break, a local club provides courts and a welcoming community to play in.

Littleover Valley Tennis Club is a friendly tennis club in Derby offering courts and a welcoming place to play.

Littleover Valley Tennis Club

A tennis club based in Derby, Woodlands offers a place to play and improve on the court. Whether you are picking up a racket for the first time or looking for regular matches, it caters to a range of players in the local area.

Tennis clubs like this are a good way to stay active, meet other players and enjoy both social and more competitive games. Sessions are typically played across the year, giving members a steady routine and the chance to develop their skills over time.

Woodlands Tennis Club is a tennis club in Derby offering play for a range of abilities.

Woodlands Tennis Club

A well used green space in Derby, Markeaton Park is a popular spot for families, walkers and anyone looking to spend time outdoors. Alongside open parkland, it offers a range of activities including footgolf, pitch and putt, disc golf and a play centre.

Parks like this are good for casual visits, family days out and gentle outdoor exercise, with plenty of room to walk, play and relax at your own pace.

Family activities

Golf options

Outdoor setting

Markeaton Park in Derby is a popular green space with footgolf, pitch and putt, disc golf and family activities.

Markeaton Park

Set in Derby, Littleover Tennis Club is a local sports club for people who want to play tennis, whether they are picking up a racket for the first time or returning to the court after a break.

Tennis clubs like this one give players a regular place to practise, play matches and meet others who enjoy the game. Members can typically expect court access, a friendly community and the chance to build their skills through play across the seasons.

Littleover Tennis Club is a tennis club in Derby offering court access and play for members of all levels.

Littleover Tennis Club

Set beside the river in the Alvaston area of Derby, this 85 acre park offers plenty of open green space to walk through and enjoy. It is also home to a National Standard BMX Track, giving riders a proper facility within the grounds.

Parks like this are well suited to family outings, casual exercise and time outdoors, with the added draw here of dedicated BMX facilities for those keen to ride.

National Standard BMX

Riverside setting

Alvaston Park is an 85 acre riverside park in Derby, home to a National Standard BMX Track.

Alvaston Park

A health and fitness club in Derby, David Lloyd combines a gym, swimming pools and spa facilities under one roof. Alongside the fitness spaces there are tennis and padel courts, plus social areas for members who want to relax as well as train.

Group classes such as yoga and HIIT are part of the offering, and there are family options including a kids club and crèche. Clubs like this suit people looking to mix structured exercise with racquet sports, swimming and wellbeing in a single membership.

Swimming pools

Spa and wellbeing

Racquet sports

Group classes

Family facilities

Social spaces

David Lloyd Derby is a health club with a gym, swimming pools, spa, tennis and padel courts in Derby.

David Lloyd Derby

Willows Sports Centre & Megazone Lasertag Derby

Set in Derby, Rolls-Royce Tennis Club is a members' tennis club that stands out for having six grass courts, said to be the only club in Derbyshire with that many. Alongside membership, the club offers trial sessions and pay and play options, plus weekly sessions and events through the season, which runs from April.

There is plenty for competitive players too, with club championships, box leagues and entries into the Derby Area Tennis League. A tennis club like this is a good place to play regular matches, work on your game and be part of a local playing community, whether you are new to the sport or looking for competition.

Six grass courts

Trial and pay-and-play

Weekly sessions

Leagues and competitions

Established in 1968

Rolls-Royce Tennis Club in Derby offers grass courts, membership, trial and pay-and-play sessions plus leagues and championships.

Rolls-Royce Tennis Club

Just Padel Derby is a padel venue in Derby, offering courts for one of the fastest growing racket sports in the country. It caters to players looking to pick up a game in a friendly, social setting.

Padel combines elements of tennis and squash and is usually played in pairs, which makes it easy to learn and popular with people of mixed abilities. Venues like this are a good option whether you want a casual knockabout with friends or a more regular game.

Just Padel Derby is a padel sports venue in Derby offering courts for players of all abilities.

Sports clubs in Derby

Derbyshire Tennis Centre

Darley Park

Littleover Valley Tennis Club

Woodlands Tennis Club

Markeaton Park

Littleover Tennis Club

Alvaston Park

David Lloyd Derby

Willows Sports Centre & Megazone Lasertag Derby

Rolls-Royce Tennis Club

Just Padel Derby

Play Netball Derby

Powerleague (Landau Forte College)

Skye Netball Academy

Sports clubs in other towns & cities