York St John University Padel

York St John University opened its new Padel Sports Park in 2025, adding three premium outdoor courts to its campus facilities in New Earswick. The facility provides modern padel infrastructure with full LED floodlighting, enabling year-round play. The venue welcomes both university players and members of the public through a pay-and-play booking system.

The courts

The Sports Park features three premium outdoor padel courts, all with LED floodlighting for morning, evening, and winter play. Courts are available for 55-minute hire slots through Playtomic. The facility meets modern padel standards and suits players from beginners to advanced levels. The outdoor setting provides a pleasant playing environment.

Booking and access

Court hire costs £16 - £24 per hour. Padel racquet hire is available at £3 per racquet and must be booked in advance on Playtomic. Balls can be purchased at the point of booking. Visitors can enter their car registration at reception for four hours of free parking. The courts are open seven days a week.

Programme and social

York St John partners with Down the Line Tennis and Padel Academy to provide coaching, group sessions, and competitive leagues. One-to-one coaching and group lessons are available. The venue runs structured leagues and matches for players seeking organised competition. Details are available through Playtomic or by contacting YSJ Active.

Best for

The university facility is ideal for casual players, students, and those seeking coaching development. The three courts and structured coaching programme suit groups and lessons. Competitive players benefit from the leagues and match-play opportunities. Free parking and open-access booking make it accessible to the wider York community.

For other places to play nearby, browse the full list of padel clubs in York, with court counts, prices and booking links.