Best Padel Courts in Devon 2026: Complete Guide for Beginners

Last updated: May 2026 | Reading time: 8 minutes

Devon has quietly become one of the best counties in England for padel. With 26 courts across the county and more on the way, there’s never been a better time to pick up a racket and find your nearest venue. This guide covers every padel venue in Devon — what they’re like, who they’re best for, how to book, and what to expect when you arrive.

How Many Padel Courts Are in Devon?

Devon currently has 26 padel courts across multiple venues — a remarkable number for a county outside of a major city. The sport has grown rapidly here over the last two years, with dedicated clubs, hotel venues, and outdoor courts all contributing to a genuinely vibrant local scene.

More courts are on the way too. Mid Devon District Council is actively pursuing plans for up to eight new courts at Active Tiverton (Exe Valley) and two courts at Active Crediton, which would make padel significantly more accessible across the county.

Padel Courts in Devon — Full List

City Padel Exeter — Best in Devon

Address: Units A/B Mushroom Road, Clyst Saint Mary, Exeter EX5 1SB Courts: 6 indoor panoramic courts Booking: Playtomic

City Padel Exeter is the standout padel venue in Devon and one of the best club facilities in the South West. Six fully indoor panoramic courts mean you can play year-round regardless of the notoriously unpredictable Devon weather. The facility includes a cafe and snack bar, changing rooms with lockers, a fully stocked pro shop, free parking, disabled access, and a first floor mezzanine viewing area — proper club infrastructure rather than a couple of courts bolted onto an existing sports facility.

The coaching team is exceptional. Head coach Steve Wood has an extraordinary background — former touring coach for ATP Tour player Vince Spadea, hitting partner to the Williams sisters, Andy Murray, and several other world-class players. He converted from tennis to padel and has built one of the most respected coaching programmes in the region. If you’re serious about improving, City Padel Exeter is the place to do it.

Open 7am to 11pm Monday to Friday and 7am to 10pm at weekends — excellent hours for fitting a session around work.

Best for: Anyone in or around Exeter. Beginners, improvers, and serious players alike. The best all-round padel facility in Devon. Book via: Playtomic — search City Padel Exeter

Woodbury Park Golf and Country Club — Best Near Exeter

Address: Woodbury Castle, Woodbury, Exeter EX5 1JJ Courts: 2 outdoor courts Booking: Playtomic

Woodbury Park is a golf and country club a short drive from Exeter with two outdoor padel courts set within beautiful Devon countryside. The outdoor setting is a genuinely lovely place to play on a good day — rolling countryside views and a relaxed club atmosphere.

The outdoor courts mean weather-dependency is a consideration, particularly in autumn and winter. For fair-weather play or summer sessions it’s a fantastic venue. For year-round padel, City Padel Exeter is the more reliable choice.

Best for: Players near Woodbury or Exeter who want a more relaxed, countryside setting for their padel. Book via: Playtomic — search Woodbury Park

Ashbury Manor Resort — Best for a Padel Break

Address: Ashbury, Okehampton, Devon EX20 4NA Courts: 6 indoor courts (4 at Ashbury, 2 at The Manor) Booking: Via the resort directly

Ashbury Manor Resort made history as the first UK hotel with six indoor padel courts — a remarkable facility for a resort in rural Devon. The courts are available to hotel guests and day visitors, and the resort regularly runs Introduction to Padel coaching breaks in partnership with Padel Mix coaching specialists.

At £5 per hour for equipment hire for four players it’s extremely affordable for resort padel. The surrounding countryside setting makes it a brilliant option for a padel weekend away — play padel, enjoy the gardens, eat well, and play again the next day.

Best for: Padel breaks and weekends away. Families and groups wanting to try padel in a relaxed, scenic setting. Players in North Devon or Okehampton area. Book via: Contact the resort directly via manorandashburyresorts.co.uk

Riviera Centre Torquay — Best on the Coast

Address: Chestnut Avenue, Torquay TQ2 5LZ Courts: 4 outdoor courts Booking: Playtomic

The Riviera Centre in Torquay offers four outdoor padel courts in a brilliant seafront location — arguably the most scenic place to play padel in Devon. Just a stone’s throw from the beach, the venue has racket hire available at reception and is operated by Padel United UK.

The outdoor courts are a genuine draw in summer when the South Devon weather cooperates. Equipment hire is available on site so no racket is needed — just turn up and play. Changing facilities are available via the Riviera International Centre.

Best for: Players in Torquay, Torbay, and South Devon. Summer padel with a seaside atmosphere. Book via: Playtomic — search Padel United Torquay

Torquay Tennis Centre — Best for Club Play in Torquay

Address: Torquay, Devon Courts: 2 courts Booking: Via the club directly

Torquay Tennis Centre has two dedicated padel courts alongside its existing tennis facilities. A more traditional club setting than the Riviera Centre, with a regular club membership structure and social play sessions. Good option for players who want to join a padel community in Torquay rather than just book courts on demand.

Best for: Regular players in Torquay who want a club membership and regular social play.

Marjon University Plymouth — Best in Plymouth

Address: Derriford Road, Plymouth PL6 8BH Courts: 4 courts Booking: Playtomic — Padel United Plymouth

Plymouth’s padel scene is anchored at Marjon University with four courts operated by Padel United UK. The university setting makes it accessible and well-maintained, with a growing local player community developing around the venue.

Plymouth has a smaller padel scene than Exeter but it’s growing quickly. Marjon is the best option in the city right now.

Best for: Players in Plymouth and South Devon. Good for beginners with no existing padel connections. Book via: Playtomic — search Padel United Plymouth

Dartington Hall Estate — Most Scenic Option

Address: Dartington Hall, Totnes TQ9 6EL Courts: 1 outdoor pop-up court Booking: Playtomic

Padel United UK launched a pop-up padel court at the stunning Dartington Hall Estate — one of Devon’s most beautiful and culturally significant venues. Set within rolling South Devon countryside with views across the estate, it’s the most atmospheric place to play padel in the county.

The single outdoor court makes it more of an experience than a training venue. Come for the padel, stay for the gardens, food, and culture that Dartington Hall is famous for.

Best for: A one-off padel experience in a beautiful setting. Day trips and visitors to South Devon. Book via: Playtomic — search Dartington Hall

Coming Soon — New Devon Courts

Devon’s padel provision is set to expand significantly in the coming months:

Tiverton — Mid Devon District Council is pursuing plans for up to eight new courts at Active Tiverton (Exe Valley), which would replace existing tennis courts. Planning permission is being sought and the project has support from both the LTA and local tennis clubs.

Crediton — Two new courts are planned at Active Crediton (Lords Meadow) — potentially one padel and one pickleball court.

Both venues would bring padel to Mid Devon for the first time, making the sport significantly more accessible across the county.

Tips for Your First Visit to a Devon Padel Court

Book ahead for weekends — City Padel Exeter and the Torquay venues book up quickly at weekends. Aim to book at least a week ahead for Saturday and Sunday sessions.

Go off-peak for your first session — Weekday mornings and early afternoons are quieter and often cheaper. Perfect for beginners who want a relaxed first experience.

Hire a racket first — All Devon venues offer racket hire. Don’t buy a racket until you’ve had a few sessions and decided you want to keep playing.

Wear suitable footwear — Padel or clay court tennis shoes are recommended for regular play. For your first session, any sports trainers will do. See our best padel shoes UK guide for recommendations when you’re ready to upgrade.

Use Playtomic — Most Devon venues book through Playtomic. Download the app before you go — it’s free and makes finding and booking courts significantly easier.

Devon Padel — Quick Reference

Venue	Location	Courts	Type	Booking
City Padel Exeter	Clyst Saint Mary, Exeter	6	Indoor	Playtomic
Woodbury Park	Woodbury, Exeter	2	Outdoor	Playtomic
Ashbury Manor Resort	Okehampton	6	Indoor	Direct
Riviera Centre	Torquay	4	Outdoor	Playtomic
Torquay Tennis Centre	Torquay	2	Mixed	Direct
Marjon University	Plymouth	4	Mixed	Playtomic
Dartington Hall	Totnes	1	Outdoor	Playtomic

New to Padel in Devon?

If you’re trying padel for the first time in Devon, City Padel Exeter is the obvious starting point — the best facilities, the best coaching, and the most active community. Book a beginner session via Playtomic, hire a racket, wear whatever sports shoes you have, and enjoy it.

Once you’re hooked — and you will be — read our guides on what equipment you need to start padel, best padel rackets for beginners UK 2026, and how much padel costs in the UK to get properly set up.

See you on court. 🎾