Tennis

Rusty Rackets

We are back on court with our Rusty Rackets sessions in Ashbourne and Matlock. During these times the tennis courts are unavailable for use. These sessions are perfect for anyone who is new to tennis or who wants to get back into tennis. We have a coach on hand to help you with the basics and to improve your game whilst also having a fun and social game of tennis.

Lady playing tennis at Rusty Rackets

Included is racket hire but you are welcome to bring your own racket too.

  • Matlock Hall Leys Park - Tuesday 10am - 11am - £4
  • Ashbourne Recreation Ground - Thursdays - 10am to 11am - £4

Please contact before attending as sessions are weather dependent. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

How to Book a Tennis Court at Hall Leys Park Matlock:

  • Register on LTA website as an LTA member (this is free) and search for Hall Leys Park, Matlock.
  • Book a court

Hall Leys Park refurbished tennis courts

When entering or exiting the courts, please ensure the gate shuts fully behind you.

Walking Tennis

Walking tennis is a slower paced of tennis where the ball can bounce more reducing the need for running and less impact on the joints. Walking Tennis session are alternate weeks on Wednesdays 1pm - 2pm at Hall Leys Park Matlock. Cost £4 per session.

  • 17th April
  • 1st May / 15th May / 29th May
  • 12th June / 26th June
  • 10th July / 24th July
  • 7th Aug / 21st Aug
  • 4th Sept / 18th Sept

These sessions run from April to October. Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information

Sessions are weather dependent.

Free Parks Tennis

LTA Free Park Tennis is a new programme that gives more people the chance to play tennis – offering fun, social tennis sessions at Hall Leys Park Matlock. We’re looking for a team of park tennis activators to help run fun games and exercises. Do you want to learn new skills and be part of our park tennis community? The Free Parks Tennis will be on Saturday mornings 10am - 11am. Email us to find out more and sign up to become an activator: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

While we recruit Activators we do have Free access to the tennis courts (when booked via Clubspark) on Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am. 1 free booking per person per weekend.

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