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Outdoor tennis courts in London: a borough-by-borough guide
Where to find free, pay-and-play and members-only outdoor tennis courts across London - borough by borough.
Last updated: 11 May 2026
Key takeaways
- Every London borough has at least one council-run outdoor court.
- Pay-and-play via the LTA Park Tennis scheme costs £6–£12/hour.
- Premium private courts (Hurlingham, Queen's, Roehampton) require membership.
London has more than 1,000 outdoor tennis courts spread across parks, clubs and private estates. This is how to find the right one.
Park courts - the workhorse
The cheapest and easiest option. Most are bookable via ClubSpark under the LTA Park Tennis scheme. Expect £6–£12/hour with some boroughs offering free off-peak access.
- Best park courts: Battersea Park, Holland Park, Highbury Fields, Brockwell Park, Clapham Common, Ravenscourt Park.
- Most accessible: Hyde Park (centre), Victoria Park (east), Hampstead Heath (north).
Private members' clubs
- Hurlingham Club (Fulham) - waiting list measured in years.
- Queen's Club (West Kensington) - grass and clay; high joining fee.
- Roehampton Club (SW15) - grass, clay and hard.
- Cumberland Lawn Tennis Club (Hampstead) - grass; competitive entry.
By area
- West London - Holland Park, Hyde Park, Ravenscourt Park - see /guides/outdoor-tennis-courts-west-london.
- South London - Brockwell Park, Dulwich Park, Clapham Common.
- East London - Victoria Park, London Fields, Hackney Marshes.
- North London - Highbury Fields, Hampstead Heath, Alexandra Park.
How to book
- Find your nearest park courts in our directory at /tennis/london.
- Most park courts use ClubSpark - create one account and it works across boroughs.
- Some boroughs (Lambeth, Hackney) still use council booking portals.
Frequently asked questions
Are there free tennis courts in London?
Yes - several boroughs offer free off-peak court access (typically weekday mornings). Book via ClubSpark.
Can I just turn up to a park court?
Usually no. Even free sessions require a booking through ClubSpark or the borough portal to guarantee a slot.