Willen Lake announce plans for new padel courts on site

Willen Lake has announced plans to open six brand-new padel courts later this year in collaboration with UK PADEL.

Located within the park adjacent to Willen Lake in Milton Keynes, the new courts will enhance the area’s mix of activities and social spaces.

The new padel facility is seeking to offer a unique outdoor padel venue in Milton Keynes, featuring four covered courts and two open-air courts, meaning the courts will be open all year long. The complex will feature doubles and singles courts, making them particularly appealing to those new to the sport or looking to meet other players.

When the courts open, players will be able to take part in daily social mix-in sessions. Led by UK PADEL, these sessions are designed for players of all levels and aim to help build confidence, develop skills, and most importantly connect people through play.

The addition of padel courts further enhances Willen Lake as a destination that brings together sport, leisure and nature. With walking trails, water sports, cafés and open green spaces already attracting families, couples and individuals throughout the year, padel will add another exciting way for people to enjoy the park.

Robert Wood, Executive Director at Willen Lake, said, “Willen Lake has always been about bringing people together through activity, nature and shared experiences. Partnering with UK Padel allows us to introduce an exciting new sport in a way that feels open, welcoming and accessible. These courts will strengthen Willen Lake’s position as a key destination for everyone in Milton Keynes and beyond.”

Nick Baker, CEO of UK Padel, added, “UK PADEL is all about making padel accessible to all and creating a real sense of community at our padel clubs. Our new club at Willen Lake fits perfectly with this – allowing everyone to enjoy playing padel at this wonderful setting in the lakeside park. With our team of expert padel professionals, we will ensure that it is a true hub for individuals, couples and families to play and join in at the club. We will have our usual line-up of great padel social mix-ins and tournaments for all to enjoy so we look forward to welcoming you there!”

When the courts open, bookings will follow the UK Padel model, with non-members able to book courts up to six days in advance. Players who choose to become annual members will be able to book courts up to 21 days in advance at a reduced rate.

As padel continues to grow in popularity across the UK, its arrival at Willen Lake will give people in and around Milton Keynes a new and exciting way to get active, social and try something different in a familiar outdoor setting.