David Lloyd Wickwoods (padel), Albourne

what it's like

This is members-only padel. David Lloyd Wickwoods is at Shaves Wood Lane, Albourne, near Hassocks, about 20 minutes' drive from central Brighton (our estimate). It has three dedicated outdoor padel courts, next to 4 indoor and 2 outdoor tennis courts. The club also has a gym, pools and a spa.

who it's for

Platinum members. Padel is included in Platinum membership, and Club Plus excludes racquets. No pay-and-play or non-member padel booking is published. The club runs classes and social clubs split by experience level, plus weekly match-play sessions and social events.

booking and prices

Courts are booked on the David Lloyd Clubs app, by members. The venue doesn't publish a padel court price or a membership price for this page, so there are no figures to quote. Ask the club about joining.

first time here

1. Check your membership includes padel. Platinum does.
2. Open the David Lloyd Clubs app and book a court.
3. Park free on site.
4. Borrow a racquet at reception, and buy balls there if you need them.

The venue doesn't say how far ahead you can book.

good to know

• Free parking on site.
• Racquets can be borrowed and balls bought at reception.
• The venue doesn't give padel opening hours.