Caught a case of tennis fever? We\u2019ve heard this particular infection is rife across the capital, especially down in SW19. Similarly afflicted? These top London tennis clubs and courts are the antidote\u2026<\/p>\n
Holland Park Lawn Tennis Club<\/p>\n
Branded one of London\u2019s finest private (tennis) clubs, Holland Park Lawn Tennis Club dates back to 1875 when the club was first established as a lawn tennis, cycling, croquet and pleasure ground. Situated on Addison Road in the leafy West London enclave of Holland Park, the historic clubhouse was originally part of a mansion built for the 3rd Lord Holland\u2019s eldest son in 1827. Today, the club \u2013 which boasts eight courts (five artificial, three grass), a lounge, bar and terrace with court views \u2013 comprises approximately 850 members. A reputable club, American players Billie Jean King and Jimmy Connors trained on the courts ahead of Wimbledon.<\/p>\n
Where?\u00a01 Addison Rd, London W14 8DU All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, Wimbledon<\/p>\n Home to the world\u2019s oldest tennis tournament<\/a>, the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club is one of the most prestigious private tennis clubs with just 565 members as of 2026. This includes 375 full and life members, as well as a number of honourary members and around 100 temporary members (who need the support of four full members to join); every Singles champion at Wimbledon automatically becomes an honorary member and is awarded a small badge for entry. The Duchess of Cambridge is the club\u2019s patron, and apparently there\u2019s a thousand-full waiting list. Determined to make the cut? We suggest you start executing your serves.<\/p>\n Where?\u00a0Church Rd, London SW19 5AG Queen\u2019s Club, Kensington<\/p>\n You\u2019ll notice this one from the telly, too. Queen\u2019s Tennis<\/a> takes place a week ahead of Wimbledon, a tournament similarly best known for the club it is hosted by. Home to some of the world\u2019s very best grass court facilities, membership here is similarly elite, held by champion tennis players or those who managed to wrangle the backing of three existing members (one proposer, two seconders). But it\u2019s not just grass: Queen\u2019s is home to shale, plexi and artificial grass courts, too. On site there is also a clubhouse, restaurant, cafe and museum.<\/p>\n Where? Palliser Road, London W14 9EQ Islington Tennis Centre & Gym<\/p>\n You\u2019ll find six indoor and\u00a0two outdoor courts\u00a0at this North London tennis centre, as well as a 60-station gym, fitness studio, sauna and steam room suite \u2013 perfect for a post-match reset. Whether you\u2019re looking to enhance your skills, up your fitness, or enjoy an occasional game with friends, the club offers a number of tennis courses (from \u2018tots tennis\u2019 to \u2018Adult Social Tennis Sessions\u2019), as well as affordable court hire, with no membership required.<\/p>\n Where?\u00a0Market Rd, London N7 9PL The Gardens Tennis Club, Southfields<\/p>\n Another club located within the London heart of tennis, The Gardens Tennis Club was founded in 1903 by a group of local residents. More than just a place to practice your backhand, the club places real emphasis on the social aspects of the sport, regularly hosting quizzes, dances and parties and asserting that entertainment is \u2018as much a mark of this lively social club as the floodlighting and active coaching program.\u2019<\/p>\n Where?\u00a0343 Wimbledon Park Rd, London SW19 6NS Tower Hamlets Tennis, Victoria Park<\/p>\n This isn\u2019t a tennis club, exactly, but with four hard courts open to everyone of any ability, Victoria Park\u2019s tennis courts are the ideal place for budding East London players to start their tennis journey. You will also see coaching sessions on the website, which are available for all ages and abilities.<\/p>\n Where?\u00a0Victoria Park, London E9 5DY Brockwell Park Tennis Courts, Brixton<\/p>\n Duck pond, clock tower, running track: there\u2019s plenty to enjoy at Brockwell Park. Plus, you can go for a rally. Games are booked on one of six courts, pay as you go, so this is a flexible option for beginners looking to try their (back) hand, up to experienced players looking for a convenient game.<\/p>\n
\nPrice:\u00a0\u00a3650 per year + \u00a31,500 joining fee
\nWaiting List?\u00a0\u2018At least five years\u2019\u2026
\nFind Out More: hollandparkltc.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
\nPrice:\u00a0\u00a3150 per year for life members, kept symbolically low to reflect \u2018the average cost of a meal for four at a London restaurant\u2019; \u00a3100 per year for temporary members
\nWaiting List?\u00a0Get in line: at least 1,000 players are ahead of you
\nFind Out More: wimbledon.com<\/a><\/p>\n
\nPrice:\u00a0\u00a3250 joining fee, then an annual fee agreed upon application; obscure.
\nWaiting List?\u00a0Applications have been closed since 2019, and the waiting list is said to be 15 years long.
\nFind Out More: wimbledon.com<\/a><\/p>\n
\nPrice:\u00a0Outdoor courts can be hired from \u00a314.85 per hour.
\nWaiting List?\u00a0None.
\nFind Out More: better.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
\nPrice:\u00a0\u00a3385 per year.
\nWaiting List?\u00a0The club is at full capacity and has operated a waiting list since November 2025.
\nFind Out More:\u00a0gardenstennis-sw19.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
\nPrice:\u00a0Court hire costs \u00a35 per court for off-peak times and \u00a37 per court for peak times.
\nWaiting List?\u00a0None, just be quick enough to book your slot a week ahead.
\nFind Out More: tennistowerhamlets.com<\/a><\/p>\n