NEW VENUE AT LIGHTWATER LEISURE CENTRE SET TO OPEN ON WEDNESDAY 25 MARCH
Tuesday, 24 March 2026: Pure Padel will open a new six-court covered facility at Lightwater Leisure Centre tomorrow, bringing one of the world’s fastest-growing sports to the local community.
The venue features six panoramic courts under 9.5-metre canopies, alongside a clubhouse, café, licensed bar, pro shop, changing facilities and social spaces.
It has been delivered in partnership with Lifestyle Fitness and Surrey Heath Borough Council, with wider improvements including investment into the entrance to Lightwater Country Park and the creation of additional parking, improving access for both club users and visitors.
A spokesperson for Surrey Heath Borough Council said:
“We are pleased to support this fantastic new facility, which brings a dynamic, inclusive sport to Lightwater, in response to community feedback.
“We are pleased to support this fantastic new facility, which brings a dynamic, inclusive sport to Lightwater, in response to community feedback.
“It looks amazing and I’m sure it will be a very popular addition to the park, alongside the other improvements that are being delivered. It’s a great example of partnership working offering real benefits for local people.”
Sammy Arora, Founder and CEO of Pure Padel, said:
“This is a hugely important opening for us as Lightwater becomes our first club in the South East.
“This is a hugely important opening for us as Lightwater becomes our first club in the South East.
“There is a clear appetite for padel in Surrey and we’re proud to be opening a facility that is accessible, high quality and built with the local community in mind.
“Working closely with Lifestyle Fitness and Surrey Heath Borough Council has been a key part of making this happen, and we’re excited to welcome players through the doors this week.”
Pure Padel Lightwater will operate on a pay-to-play basis, with courts bookable via the Playtomic app and no membership required. Coaching will also be available on site for players of all levels.
The opening is another step in Pure Padel’s rapid national growth, as the business continues to expand into key locations across the UK.
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ABOUT PURE PADEL
Since launching in 2023, Pure Padel has become one of the UK’s fastest-scaling padel operators.
Founded by entrepreneur Sammy Arora, the business now operates seven clubs across Manchester, Nottingham, Leeds, Darlington, Stockport and Alderley Park, with Lightwater marking its first site in the South East. A further six locations are due to open during 2026 as the company continues its rapid national expansion.
Pure Padel is known for premium courts, modern hospitality and a community-first approach designed to make padel accessible to all.
For more information, visit www.purepadelclubs.co.uk