FAQs
FAQs
Where are we based?
Cot Lane, Chidham, United Kingdom
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Is there parking?
Parking is available on-site and clearly signposted. As we are located on a working farm, we kindly ask that you use the designated spaces provided. If these are full, additional parking is available on the road by the pub — and why not pop in for a visit while you’re there?
What are the opening hours?
Open everyday Mon-Sun:
6am - 10:00pm
How do I book a court?
You can book a court on the website or you can download the Playtonic App.
I don’t have my own padel, can I still play?
Absolutely! You don’t need to bring your own racket to get started. We have quality padel rackets available on-site free of charge, so you can turn up and play without any hassle. Balls are also provided, so all you need is comfortable sportswear and trainers.
Can I play if I’m a beginner?
Of course! Our courts welcome players of all skill levels, so you can jump in, learn, and enjoy the game at your own pace.
What amenities are available at your facility?
We provide on-site toilets, changing space coming soon and a comfortable social area, with drinks and pastries served 7.30am - 4pm 7 days a week.
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Rules of Padel
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You’ll play with a solid padel racket (no strings) and a slightly softer tennis ball, on a 10m x 20m enclosed court with glass and mesh walls.
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Serves must be underhand.
The ball bounces once in your service box before you hit it.
You serve diagonally into your opponent’s service box.
It can touch the glass after bouncing, but not the metal fence.
You get two serves, just like in tennis.
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Padel uses the same system as tennis: 15, 30, 40, game.
Matches are usually best of 3 sets.
A set is won by reaching 6 games with a 2-game lead (a tie-break is played at 6–6).
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The ball must bounce once on the ground before hitting a wall.
It can rebound off the glass walls, but not the metal fence.
You can even play the ball off your own wall, as long as it lands in your opponent’s court.
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The ball lands outside the lines without hitting the playable glass.
The ball hits the fence before bouncing in the opponent’s court.
The ball bounces twice on your side.