Padel Courts in York (2026): Where to Play
Where to play padel in York in 2026: Pure Padel York, York St John University, The Padel Farm and more, plus costs, booking and how to start.
Padel (an enclosed-court racket sport played in doubles, explained in full on Wikipedia) has spread quickly across York and the surrounding countryside, and there are now enough covered courts to play whatever the Yorkshire weather does. This guide covers where to play in and around York in 2026, what it costs, how to book, and how to get started.
Which are the main York padel venues?
Pure Padel York - the largest and most convenient city option, with four covered courts and one outdoor court at Clifton Moor Leisure Park, with free parking and easy access from central York. Books through Playtomic.
York St John University Padel - three floodlit outdoor courts at the university sports park on Haxby Road (YO31 8TA), open to the public as well as students. Racket hire is just £3 and must be booked in advance through Playtomic.
The Padel Farm York - two panoramic courts inside a converted barn at Sutton-on-the-Forest (YO61 1EE), about fifteen minutes north of the city. Off-peak hire is £20 per hour and peak £40, open 6am to 11pm daily and booked via Playtomic.
Casa Del Padel, Malton - professional-grade courts at Malton Enterprise Park (YO17 6AS), a worthwhile option to the north-east of York, bookable through Playtomic.
WePlay Padel, Kirkbymoorside - canopy-covered courts off the A170 on the edge of the North York Moors, open daily for year-round play. Further out, but handy for players to the north of the county.
Indoor or outdoor padel in York?
York is well set up for covered play, which matters in Yorkshire. Pure Padel York has four covered courts, The Padel Farm's barn courts are effectively indoor, and WePlay's courts are canopy-covered, so all-weather padel is easy to find. The outdoor, floodlit courts at York St John are the exception and are best on a dry evening. For guaranteed play whatever the forecast, start with Pure Padel or The Padel Farm.
What do York courts cost and how do you book?
Court hire typically runs £20 to £40 per hour depending on the venue and time. The Padel Farm is a clear example, at £20 off-peak on weekday mornings and £40 at peak times, while York St John keeps things cheap with £3 racket hire. Divided between four players, any of these is an affordable game. Booking is almost entirely through Playtomic across the York venues, and most offer racket hire so you can turn up and play before buying your own gear. You can find details and term-time availability for the university courts on the York St John sports park page.
How do you get started with padel in York?
Pick a venue
Start with Pure Padel York for the most covered courts and the easiest city access, or York St John University for the cheapest racket hire and floodlit outdoor play.
Download Playtomic
Every main York venue books through the free Playtomic app, which shows live court availability, social sessions and players looking for a game.
Hire a racket if you need one
You do not need your own gear to start. York St John hires rackets for just £3, and most other venues rent bats and sell balls on site.
Bring three friends or join a session
Padel is doubles only, so you need four players. If you cannot fill a court, look for the beginner and social mix-in sessions most venues run, which are the easiest way in.
Frequently asked questions
Q01Where can you play padel in York?
Q02Are there indoor padel courts in York?
Q03How much does padel cost in York?
Q04Can the public play padel at York St John University?
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