Padel courts are hired per court, usually per hour or per 90 minutes, and split between four players. That makes it cheaper per person than the headline price suggests.
Court hire
In Greater Manchester, one of the busiest padel areas in the UK, courts averaged about £36 an hour in mid-2026, with a range of roughly £15 to £60 depending on venue and time of day (The Padel Paper). Split four ways, £36 is £9 each. Evenings and weekends are peak; daytime weekday slots are often cheaper, and outdoor courts usually cost less than indoor ones.
Equipment
Most venues hire rackets, so you can start with just trainers. If you get hooked, a beginner racket and a tube of balls are the first things to buy.
Ways to play for less
- Book off-peak or outdoor courts.
- Look for council and park courts, which are starting to appear.
- Join a club social or league night, which is often cheaper than a private booking.
Compare venues and prices near you: padel near me.
Questions
How much is a padel court per hour?
Around £15–£60 an hour depending on venue and time. In Greater Manchester the mid-2026 average was about £36 an hour, so around £9 each for four players.