Tennis

Rusty Rackets

We deliver our Rusty Rackets sessions in Matlock at Hall leys Park. 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

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.

Tennis for Health

Do you have pre-diabetes or diabetes? This course is for YOU! Free 6 week programme to learn how to play tennis. Attend 4 of the 6 week course and you will receive a racket and set of balls so you can continue playing after the course. Tennis is a great sport to try as it is fun, adaptive and sociable. For those with diabetes/pre-diabetes being more active can help to achieve a healthy lifestyle.

Course 1: Sundays 1st September to 6th October 2024 9am - 10am

Course 2: Wednesdays 4th September to 9th October 2024 5.30pm - 6.30pm

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These sessions are delivered by LTA coaches and a LTA Diabetes Training Course.

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.

  • 24th July
  • 7th / 21st August
  • 4th / 18th Sept
  • 2nd / 16th October

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.

How to Book a Tennis Court

  • Register on LTA website as an LTA member (this is free).
  • Matlock Hall Leys Park Tennis Courts (refurbished in 2023) Cost £5 per court per hour to hire. - These courts are gated.
  • Ashbourne and Bakewell Recreation Ground Tennis Courts are free to use (but please book to show how much they are used). These courts have open access.
  • Book a court

Hall Leys Park refurbished tennis courts

At Matlock when entering or exiting the courts, please ensure the gate shuts fully behind you.

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