What are the changing and toilet facilities like?

Toilets and changing rooms are not available on-site. You'll need to use facilities at nearby cafes, restaurants, or the London Designer Outlet public toilets if required.

Can I hire equipment if I don't have my own racket?

Yes. There's a small padel shop on-site where you can hire rackets and purchase padel balls and other essentials.

Are there coaching sessions for beginners?

Yes. The venue offers intro to padel classes designed for complete beginners. Coaches are known for being patient and explaining techniques clearly in an accessible way.

How do I get there from the station?

There's a walk from the nearest station. Allow extra time for navigation and consider the walk as part of your warm-up before playing.

Edinburgh South & East Indoor

Craigmillar Park Tennis & Padel Club

20 Old Mill Lane, Edinburgh, EH16 5TZ

Data last verified: May 2026

1 court

Indoor

artificial grass

★★★★½ 4.9/5 (123 reviews)

About Craigmillar Park Tennis & Padel Club

Craigmillar Park offers a solid introduction to padel with a reputation for welcoming beginners. The indoor artificial grass court is clean and well-maintained, though the lack of changing facilities and toilets is worth noting before your visit. What stands out is the quality of coaching—instructors here are patient and thorough, taking time to explain fundamentals clearly without rushing players through sessions. The venue has built a genuinely social atmosphere, with staff who go the extra mile to help with bookings and finding matches. It's a straightforward spot to learn the game, though you'll need to plan ahead for facilities.

Indoor padel courts

Craigmillar Park Tennis & Padel Club operates 1 indoor court on artificial grass surface. Indoor padel courts are enclosed and climate-controlled, making them an all-weather option — a significant advantage in the UK where weather can cut outdoor sessions short. The enclosed glass walls also make the game slightly faster-paced, as balls stay in play longer than on outdoor courts. If you're new to padel, indoor courts are ideal for learning as wind and weather don't affect the ball. See our introduction to padel and rules guide before your first visit.

Opening hours

Day	Hours
Monday	7 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday	7 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday	7 AM to 10 PM
Thursday	7 AM to 10 PM
Friday	7 AM to 12 AM
Saturday	7 AM to 12 AM
Sunday	7 AM to 10 PM

Hours may vary on public holidays. Always confirm with the venue before visiting.

Facilities & amenities

Parking
Changing rooms
Showers
Cafe / bar
Equipment hire
Coaching available
Wheelchair accessible

Useful reading

Getting started with padel First session tips, what to wear, and how to find partners Padel rules explained Scoring, serves, glass walls, and the golden rules Best padel rackets Reviewed for beginners to advanced — all UK prices UK & international tournaments Full 2026 calendar — Premier Padel and FIP Tour Padel vs tennis Key differences — for tennis players making the switch

Frequently Asked Questions

: Toilets and changing rooms are not available on-site. You'll need to use facilities at nearby cafes, restaurants, or the London Designer Outlet public toilets if required.
: Yes. There's a small padel shop on-site where you can hire rackets and purchase padel balls and other essentials.
: Yes. The venue offers intro to padel classes designed for complete beginners. Coaches are known for being patient and explaining techniques clearly in an accessible way.
: There's a walk from the nearest station. Allow extra time for navigation and consider the walk as part of your warm-up before playing.

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