About Catford Padel Collective
Catford Padel Collective sits inside Catford Wanderers Sports Club, a venue that has been running tennis and squash in SE6 since the late nineteenth century. In 2024 the club opened three outdoor padel courts at the back of the grounds.
The brief was simple: bring padel to Catford, Beckenham and Bromley players who would otherwise have to drive to Battersea or Beckton.
The courts
Three outdoor panoramic courts opened 2024, sitting at the back of the Catford Wanderers grounds. Synthetic grass, floodlit 7am to 10pm. Open-top, weather stops play in heavy rain. Members and pay-and-play book the same courts.
Booking and access
Pay-and-play through Playtomic. Members get 15% off bookings, ten-day advance access and free racket hire. Peak evening and weekend slots fill three to five days ahead; midweek mornings stay open. Five-minute walk from Beckenham Hill station; on-street parking nearby.
Programme and social
The clubhouse has been refurbished and the social calendar runs heavy: mix-ins, leagues, beginner intros, and clubhouse evenings where the older tennis members and the newer padel arrivals share a table. Junior coaching runs through the Catford Wanderers junior programme.
Best for
SE London locals who want a regular padel home rather than a one-off booking, and players who like the sociable members-club feel without a David Lloyd price tag.
See every padel court in Catford on padeli, with prices, photos and booking links.
Facilities
- Accessibility
- Changing Rooms & Showers
- Coaching
- Equipment rent
- Floodlit Courts
- Junior Programme
- Mix-ins & Social Play
- Multi-Sport Club
- Online Booking
- Outdoor Courts
- Panoramic Courts
- Parking
- Pay-and-Play
- Pro shop
- Racket Hire
- Restaurant
- Tournaments & Leagues
What players say
5.0 on Google from 4 reviews. This is the venue's Google rating, which may cover more than padel.
One of the nicest clubs I’ve been too, friendly staff, great courts. Even tho it was during a cold day, the courts held up perfectly and we had a great time. Shout out to Tom for helping us throughout the time. I’d definitely recommend to anyone wanting a game of padel and I’ll be back to get some revenge!!
First time visit to the site - ample parking for the evening session. Great, new padel courts which played nicely. Court booked through the Playtomic which was very easy. Well lit considering the dark autumn evenings. Will definitely be returning.
Decent tennis and padel courts. Went in the evening and they were well lit and (the padel courts) played really fast. Staff in the clubhouse were really friendly and helpful. We had a session run by Tom which was a great intro to the game.
Good courts with a clubhouse for a beer afterwards.
Frequently asked
Do I have to be a member to play at Catford Padel Collective?
No. Catford Padel Collective accepts pay-and-play bookings via Playtomic. Membership unlocks 15% off bookings, ten-day advance access, and free racket hire.
What is the membership fee structure at Catford Padel Collective?
Catford Padel Collective runs an annual padel membership through Catford Wanderers Sports Club. Current rates are listed on Catford Padel Collective; the social membership tier covers padel access alongside full clubhouse use.
Are there junior programmes at Catford Padel Collective?
Yes. Catford Padel Collective runs junior coaching alongside the wider Catford Wanderers junior tennis programme. Holiday camps and term-time after-school sessions appear on the club calendar.
What is the social play calendar like at Catford Padel Collective?
Mix-ins, leagues, beginner intros, and themed clubhouse evenings run weekly. The mixed tennis-and-padel social culture keeps the bar and clubhouse busy on Friday and Saturday nights.
Are the courts covered if it rains at Catford Padel Collective?
No. All three courts are outdoor and open-top. They are floodlit for evening play and run year-round, but heavy rain stops play. Refunds and credits are issued via Playtomic on weather-cancelled bookings.
Is Catford Padel Collective indoor or outdoor?
Catford Padel Collective has outdoor courts. 3 outdoor courts on site, with floodlights or LED lighting for evening play.
Coaching at Catford Padel Collective
Coaching at Catford Padel Collective runs through the wider Catford Wanderers Sports Club programme. Beginner intros, group lessons and 1-on-1 slots are bookable directly through the venue. Members get discounted rates and the longer 10-day advance booking window for popular coaching slots. Programme covers absolute beginners through to intermediate league-prep players.
- Beginner intro session
- Group format, bookable through the club website. Rates set per term.
- Group lessons
- Multi-week courses run by the Catford Wanderers coaching team. Discounted for members.
- 1-on-1 lessons
- Bookable directly with club coaches. Members pay reduced rates.
- For current pricing and the term schedule, see Catford Padel Collective or contact the club directly.
Getting there
Catford Wanderers Sports Club, Beckenham Hill Rd, London SE6 3NU, UK
