Barn Elms Sports Centre Tennis Courts reopen after renovation

The tennis courts at Barn Elms Sports Centre have officially reopened following major renovation works.

The project, part of a wider borough investment including Roehampton Playing Fields and Battersea Park, involved resurfacing and repainting courts, installing new fencing, nets and a modern gate system, ensuring facilities are protected, playable and accessible for years to come. The 10 new courts were unveiled in August at a community event, where residents could try out the facilities.

Paul White, Cabinet Member for Environment at Wandsworth Council, which led the project with the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA), said: “Through our Wandsworth Moves Together strategy, we are committed to helping local people move more in spaces they feel most comfortable.

“Tennis is not only a great way to exercise, it is also a brilliant way to meet people. That’s why we’re proud to reopen these refurbished courts, ensuring they remain fit for purpose so people can enjoy them for many years to come.

“We also offer a range of subsidised coaching sessions, so even if you’ve never picked up a racket before, now is the time to start.”

The borough’s Access for All programme provides eligible residents with 50 per cent to 100 per cent discounts on holiday coaching camps, junior courses and adult daytime courts, ensuring that cost is not a barrier to participation.

Through the Parks Tennis Project, funded by the UK Government and LTA Tennis Foundation, the LTA is delivering the biggest ever investment of over £45 million in parks tennis facilities across Britain, which has been used to transform 25 courts across Wandsworth, providing a significant boost to sporting facilities.

Across the UK, the programme has revived over 3,000 existing park tennis courts in poor or unplayable condition. Refurbished courts will host Local Tennis Leagues and Barclays Free Park Tennis sessions, providing regular opportunities for residents of all ages to play.

LTA Chief Executive Scott Lloyd said: “Park tennis courts are vital for providing people with opportunities to pick up a racket, and we want as many people as possible, of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, to enjoy playing tennis and being active. Thanks to this investment the sport will be opened up to more players, for years to come.”

All courts can be booked online via the new booking system on the LTA website.

Battersea Park courts have also been completed, with an official launch event planned for September.