Hyde Park's tennis facilities are among the most popular in Central London. All seven courts are equipped with floodlighting, making evening play possible year-round. The venue offers comprehensive coaching programs for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced players, all led by LTA-qualified coaches.

Racket hire is available at £5 per hour, and the venue also offers a unique demo racket service where you can try before you buy. The venue operates on a cashless basis, with card payments only accepted at both the courts and the on-site café.

Cancellation policy: No refunds or credits for bookings cancelled with less than 24 hours notice. For rain-affected play, credits are only issued if your session lasts less than 15 minutes.

With 12 courts available, Regent's Park offers the most extensive tennis facilities on this list. Eight courts feature floodlighting for evening play, while four courts are perfect for daytime sessions. The venue operates similarly to Hyde Park, with the same SmartCard membership system that extends booking windows to 10 days.

The pricing structure is very competitive compared to other Central London venues, with off-peak rates starting at just £16.40 per hour. Like Hyde Park, Regent's Park offers racket hire at £5 per hour and maintains a cashless payment policy throughout the venue.

Cancellation policy: Bookings must be cancelled with at least 24 hours notice to be eligible for credit or refund. Rain credits are available if your session is less than 15 minutes due to poor weather.

Holland Park stands out as the most affordable option on this list, with a flat rate of just £10.20 per hour regardless of the time of day. The six courts are split between two locations within the park: Courts 1 & 2 are located near the Orangery building to the west, while Courts 3-6 can be found at the south end, opposite the Design Museum.

All courts feature floodlighting and tarmac surfaces. The venue offers an interesting release time of 9:00pm each evening, when the next day's slots become available. Residents with membership can book up to 14 days in advance.

Free community sessions: Holland Park offers free community courts on Mondays and Wednesdays at 9am and 10am. These must be booked in advance by calling 0207 602 2226.

Cancellation policy: Full refunds are available for cancellations made at least 12 hours before your booking. Rain credits can be requested for sessions affected by wet weather.

Battersea Park boasts an impressive 16 floodlit courts, making it one of the largest tennis facilities in Central London. Courts 1-10 and 14-16 (courts 11-13 do not exist) feature traditional hardcourt/tarmac surfaces, while courts 17-19 offer sand-dressed astroturf surfaces for a different playing experience.

The venue distinguishes between off-peak hours (7am-5pm weekdays) and peak hours (5pm onwards on weekdays, plus all weekend and bank holidays). Notably, each booking is limited to a maximum of 2 hours per day to ensure fair access for all players.

The short booking window of just 2 days keeps things competitive, with new slots released at midnight each night. This means you'll need to be quick to secure popular evening and weekend slots.

Cancellation policy: No refunds are offered, but bookings can be rescheduled for a different time or day with at least 2 hours notice. Racket hire is available at £5 each (£10 cash deposit or ID required).

Lincoln's Inn Fields offers a more intimate tennis experience with just three hard courts. The lack of floodlighting means play is limited to daylight hours, with the park closing at dusk. However, this makes it perfect for daytime sessions and weekend play, especially during the longer days of spring and summer.

At £13.90 per hour, it sits in the middle of the price range for Central London venues. The booking system is managed through Camden Active, and while courtfinder.app currently shows the first 7 days of availability for convenience, it is possible to book up to 3 weeks in advance by visiting the Camden Active website directly.

Cancellation policy: Bookings are non-refundable, but credits can be issued for sessions affected by rain or severe weather if claimed within 2 weeks of the booking.

Britannia Leisure Centre offers a unique tennis experience with two brand new floodlit rooftop tennis courts overlooking the city. The elevated location provides stunning views while you play, making this one of Central London's most distinctive venues.

The pricing ranges from £10.75 to £13.30 per hour depending on the time of day, making it one of the more affordable options in Central London. Bookings can be made up to 6 days in advance through the Better UK booking system.

Rackets are available for hire at a cost of £3.20, which is one of the lowest racket hire rates among Central London venues. The leisure centre also offers a full range of other fitness facilities, making it convenient to combine your tennis session with other activities.

Islington Tennis Centre is situated to the North West of the London Borough of Islington and is one of the busiest tennis centres in the country. With 6 indoor courts and 2 outdoor courts, all equipped with floodlighting, this venue offers year-round tennis opportunities regardless of weather conditions.

The indoor courts are priced at £38.55 per hour, while the outdoor courts are a more affordable £14.30 per hour. This makes it an excellent option when the weather is unpredictable or during the winter months when you want guaranteed play time. The outdoor courts are currently undergoing surface upgrades as of October 2025, with completion expected within a few weeks.

Rackets are available for hire at £3.40, and like Britannia, bookings can be made up to 6 days in advance through the Better UK system. The centre also offers a full gym and other leisure facilities, making it ideal for those who want to combine tennis with a broader fitness routine.