Building the Future of Padel at the Club

Follow the journey of our exciting four-court padel development, with project updates, construction milestones, key dates, and progress towards opening one of the region’s newest padel facilities.

  • Four new covered padel courts

  • Year-round play under a purpose-built canopy

  • Enhanced booking system to improve court availability
  • 25-week construction programme
  • Landscaping and external area improvements

  • Delivered in partnership with Trevor May and Fordingbridge

  • Four outdoor artificial clay courts

  • Three outdoor hard courts

  • Three indoor hard tennis courts during the winter months

  • Three astro turf courts

  • Expert coaching
  • Social tennis sessions
  • Annual club championships
  • Tennis events and tournaments

A Message From the Club Manager

We’re delighted that work is now underway on our exciting covered padel court project. This major investment reflects the continued growth of padel at CRAFC and our commitment to providing the best possible facilities for our members.

Once complete, the four new covered courts will significantly increase court availability and provide more opportunities to play throughout the year, whatever the weather.

While there will be some disruption during construction, we’ll work hard to minimise the impact and keep members updated every step of the way. Thank you for your patience and support as we create an exciting new chapter for the club.

Terri Wheeler, Club Manager

Project Build Timeline

From the first groundworks to the final handover, follow our journey to deliver four new covered padel courts.

July 2026

Build Starts

Construction begins on four new covered padel courts, creating more opportunities for members to play and enjoy padel year-round.

Mid-July 2026

Foundations

Foundation works are carried out, marking a major milestone in the construction of the new covered courts.

August 2026

Groundworks and Infrustructure

Essential groundworks commence, including drainage, ducting and site preparation to support the new covered courts.

Late-August 2026

Canopy Erection

Foundation works are completed, marking a major milestone in the construction of the new covered courts.

September 2026

Court Installation

Foundation works are completed, marking a major milestone in the construction of the new covered courts.

Late-October 2026

Project Complete

Foundation works are completed, marking a major milestone in the construction of the new covered courts.

Our Partners

Our Padel Project Partners are valued businesses that have supported us on our journey to achieve the dream of building new covered courts.

Fordingbridge

fordingbridge.co.uk

A leading UK designer and contractor of canopy and covered structure solutions for sport, education, and commercial sectors.

Genesis

genesistownplanning.co.uk

An independent town planning consultancy helping clients secure planning permission for development projects.

ManzaSport

manzasport.com

A Spanish manufacturer and installer of padel courts, supplying high-quality courts and sports facilities in more than 70 countries worldwide.

Randell Design Group

randelldesigngroup.com

An award-winning architectural and interior design practice creating bespoke buildings and spaces across southern England.

Trevor May

trevormay.co.uk

A specialist sports surface contractor delivering the design, construction, and renovation of tennis, padel, and multi-sport facilities.

Padel Opening Event

Saturday, 14 November

TBC

A detailed programme of events will be announced soon. The event will include free padel sessions, coaching clinics, and an exhibition match. Food and refreshments will be available throughout the day.

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