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How to Meet Biodiversity Net Gain Rules When Building Padel Courts in the UK

New rules around biodiversity net gain are changing how planning applications are assessed. Here's what padel court developers need to know.

Business Case1 min read

Padel and Pickleball: The Perfect Partnership for UK Venues

Why smart venues are adding both sports — and how the two complement each other perfectly for maximising court ROI.

Installation1 min read

How to Build a Padel Court in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide

Everything you need to know about the planning, procurement, and installation process for a padel court in the UK.

Planning1 min read

How Much Land Do You Need to Build a Padel Court in the UK?

Space is often the first question. Here's exactly how much you need for 1, 2, or 4 courts — with and without covers.

Business Case1 min read

Diversifying Land Use: How Farmers and Landowners Can Capitalise on Padel and Pickleball

Rural landowners are discovering a high-return alternative land use. We explore the numbers and the opportunity.

Planning1 min read

How to meet Biodiversity Net Gain rules when building padel courts in the UK

Since April 2024, most new developments in England must deliver a 10% Biodiversity Net Gain. Here's what that means for padel court projects and how to meet the requirements.

Business Case1 min read

Padel and Pickleball: The Perfect Partnership for UK Venues

Two of the world's fastest-growing racquet sports — and they work brilliantly together. Discover how UK venues are combining padel and pickleball to maximise court utilisation and revenue.

Installation1 min read

How to build a padel court in the UK: a step-by-step guide

From first enquiry to first serve — a complete walkthrough of the padel court installation process in the UK, including planning, groundworks, supply, and installation.

Planning1 min read

How much land do you need to build a padel court in the UK?

Space is one of the first questions venue owners ask. We break down the exact dimensions for single and multiple court installations, plus everything you need to know about buffer zones and access.

Business Case1 min read

Diversifying Land Use: how farmers and landowners can capitalise on padel and pickleball

With agricultural income under pressure, more rural landowners are turning to sport and leisure to diversify their income. Padel courts offer an increasingly attractive return on investment.

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