Padel courts open at popular Sunderland venue with prices from £24 and on-site café

New padel courts have opened at Sunderland's Beacon of Light, with prices from £24 an hour and £2.50 racket hire.

 <i>(Image: Beacon of Light)</i>

(Image: Beacon of Light)

Padel courts have officially opened, bringing fresh sporting energy to the Beacon of Light in Sunderland.

The red and white courts are open and now available to book, offering players of all abilities the chance to try one of the world’s fastest-growing sports.

Padel combines elements of tennis and squash and is typically played as doubles, making it a fun and accessible way to stay active and one that has risen in popularity over the last year.

A statement from the Beacon of Light said: "The wait is over!"

"Our brand-new red and white padel courts are officially open, bringing one of the world's fastest-growing sports to the Beacon of Light."

(Image: Beacon of Light)

Equipment is available on-site, with racket hire priced at £2.50 and padel balls available for purchase.

Courts can be booked seven days a week, with prices starting from £24 per court, per hour during off-peak periods.

Yard Nine Café is also on site (Image: Beacon of Light)

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A statement added: "Even better, every booking helps support Foundation of Light and its work across the North East."

Visitors can also take advantage of the on-site Yard Nine Café.

Whether you need a coffee before you hit the court or you've worked up an appetite after your game, Yard Nine Café is an ideal pit stop at the Beacon.