Holme Pierrepont Country Park launches padel as part of Big Open Weekend

Holme Pierrepont Country Park, home of the National Water Sports Centre, is set to open four brand-new padel courts to coincide with its Big Open Weekend on Saturday 27 June and Sunday 28 June 2026.

The four premium padel courts with a canopy roof have been delivered in partnership with Barrio Padel and Nottinghamshire County Council.

Across the weekend, Barrio will lead a programme of padel activities including a tournament on Saturday 27, while Sunday 28 will feature free introductory sessions where visitors can learn the basics of the game, receive expert tips and have fun in a speed smash competition. One court will also be available throughout Sunday for anyone wishing to turn up and give the sport a try.

One of Barrio Padel’s key values is that Padel should be accessible to all, players from the IPT (Inclusive Padel Tour, for players with disabilities) will be showcasing their Padel skills at 2pm on Sunday.

Alongside this, Holme Pierrepont Country Park will also deliver a range health and fitness activities, including free gym access, indoor cycling sessions and wellbeing checks will be available to visitors.

Ian Phelps, Chairman of Leisure Solutions Community Trust, which operates the venue in partnership with Serco Leisure, said:

"We’re pleased to support the launch of padel at Holme Pierrepont Country Park and to work alongside Barrio Padel to deliver a fun weekend full of activities. Whether you're trying padel for the first time, taking part in one of our other activities or simply exploring the park, we look forward to welcoming the local community for a fantastic weekend of sport and activity."

Padel, one of the world's fastest-growing sports, combines elements of tennis and squash to create a fun, fast-paced and social game that is suitable for players of all ages and abilities.

To find out more and book activities, please visit the website: https://www.nwscnotts.com/open-weekend/