Discover the best tennis clubs and courts in Bournemouth, from Southbourne and Boscombe to Winton and Westbourne. Whether you're a beginner looking for coaching, a family seeking affordable courts or an experienced player interested in competitive tennis, explore welcoming local clubs and flexible pay-and-play facilities. Our guide covers Southbourne Tennis Club, The West Hants Club, Bournemouth Gardens and more, with information on facilities, membership, coaching and court bookings to help you find somewhere to play.
18th September 2026
Whether you are completely new to tennis, returning after a few years away or searching for somewhere to play competitively, Bournemouth has an excellent mix of traditional clubs, community venues and affordable park courts.
There are coaching programmes for adults and children, organised social sessions, competitive teams and flexible courts that can be booked without joining a club. From Southbourne’s flourishing tennis community to the leading clubs serving Westbourne, here is our guide to getting on court in Bournemouth.
Established in 1965, Southbourne Tennis Club is one of the area’s strongest community clubs, welcoming everyone from complete beginners to experienced competitive players.
The club has six all-weather tennis courts, all equipped with floodlights that members can use without an additional lighting charge. Its programme includes adult and junior coaching, daytime and evening club sessions, Cardio Tennis, social tennis, tournaments and league teams.
Inclusivity is central to the club, with dedicated disability-tennis opportunities alongside a mini-tennis area for younger players. Members can also try pickleball, practise against the tennis wall or use the clubhouse, which has changing facilities, a kitchen and indoor and terrace seating.
Courts are available from 8am until 10pm, with reservations managed through an online booking system. The club offers adult, junior, family, student, young-adult, social and pickleball membership options.
Perfect for: Community-focused players, families, beginners and anyone interested in regular social or competitive tennis.
Address: Southbourne Tennis Club, Iford Lane, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH6 5NF
Telephone: 01202 434044
Website: Southbourne Tennis Club
For flexible community tennis closer to Southbourne’s coast, Seafield Gardens has three full-size outdoor courts operated by Saint Sebastian Tennis Academy.
The academy delivers coaching for the communities of Southbourne, Tuckton, Christchurch, Boscombe and Bournemouth. Players can book courts individually or choose an annual membership that also includes access to the academy’s courts at Knyveton Gardens.
It provides a useful alternative for players who want accessible local courts and professional coaching without necessarily joining a traditional members’ club.
Perfect for: Southbourne families, beginners, developing players and those wanting bookable community courts.
Address: Seafield Gardens, Guildhall Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH6 3EX
Telephone: 07786 722744
Website: Saint Sebastian Tennis Academ
For the complete members’ club experience, West Hants is Bournemouth’s landmark tennis destination. Although it is in Talbot Woods rather than Westbourne itself, its position between Bournemouth and Poole makes it one of the principal options for players living in Westbourne.
Established in 1926, West Hants has an extraordinary place in British tennis history. Its courts have welcomed stars including Fred Perry, Rod Laver, Virginia Wade, Ken Rosewall, Ilie Năstase and Evonne Goolagong.
Today, the club offers 20 tournament-standard courts across artificial grass, clay and acrylic surfaces. Coaching is available for different ages and standards, while established players can take part in a busy programme of social and competitive tennis.
Membership extends beyond the courts, with a gym, swimming pool, studio classes, padel, squash, racketball, a club shop and a bar and restaurant. It is an attractive choice for individuals and families who want tennis to form part of a broader health, fitness and social membership.
Perfect for: Regular players, competitive tennis, families and anyone seeking a full sports and wellness club.
Address: The West Hants Club, Roslin Road South, Talbot Woods, Bournemouth, BH3 7EF
Telephone: 01202 519455
Website: The West Hants Club
Set beside the River Bourne in the Central Gardens, this welcoming community club combines a beautiful setting with year-round tennis close to the town centre.
The tennis centre has outdoor courts for summer play, while three acrylic courts are covered by a dome during the winter. This makes Bournemouth Gardens particularly appealing to players who do not want their tennis season to be dictated by the weather.
Facilities include a clubhouse, café, changing rooms and showers, an on-site shop and a racket-stringing service. Adult and junior coaching programmes are available, alongside club sessions, team tennis and pickleball.
Players can join for the year or book outdoor courts on a pay-and-play basis. Indoor courts can also be reserved through reception, subject to availability.
Perfect for: Affordable year-round tennis, town-centre players, coaching and casual court bookings.
Address: Bournemouth Gardens Community Tennis Club, Central Gardens Cross Path, Bournemouth, BH2 6EY
Telephone: 01202 298570
Website: Bournemouth Gardens Community Tennis Club
Victoria Avenue is a traditional, volunteer-supported Bournemouth tennis club with seven courts and a particularly strong community atmosphere.
The club welcomes complete beginners as well as experienced competitive players. Regular daytime and evening club sessions make it easy for members to meet other players, while singles box leagues, internal competitions and several league teams provide plenty of opportunities for match play.
There is also an established coaching programme for adults, juniors and mini-tennis players. The club’s emphasis on families and young players makes it a friendly option for those who want to become part of a genuine local tennis community.
Perfect for: Families, junior development, social tennis and players wanting regular league or club competition.
Address: Victoria Avenue Lawn Tennis Club, between 23 and 25 Victoria Avenue, Winton, Bournemouth, BH9 2RJ
General enquiries: 07873 701789
New membership enquiries: 07976 424076
Website: Victoria Avenue Lawn Tennis Club
Shelley Park offers three full-size outdoor courts and is one of the most convenient Tennis in the Park locations for people living in Boscombe and western Southbourne.
The courts form part of a wider Bournemouth membership that also covers Redhill Park, Swanmore Gardens and Winton Recreation Ground. Players can alternatively book a court without becoming a member.
Coaching is available through Bourne 4 Tennis, making Shelley Park suitable for both recreational games and players looking to improve.
Perfect for: Boscombe and Southbourne residents looking for straightforward, affordable court access.
Address: Shelley Park, Beechwood Avenue, Boscombe, Bournemouth
Operator’s telephone: 01202 519455
Website: Tennis in the Park
With eight full-size courts, Swanmore Gardens is the largest of Bournemouth’s four Tennis in the Park locations. Its number of courts makes it a useful choice for families, friendship groups and players who prefer a better chance of finding a suitable booking time.
Membership covers the entire household and also includes the courts at Shelley Park, Redhill Park and Winton Recreation Ground.
Perfect for: Families, group games and regular recreational players in eastern Bournemouth.
Address: Swanmore Gardens, Swanmore Road, Littledown, Bournemouth, BH7 6PD
Operator’s telephone: 01202 519455
Website: Tennis in the Park
Winton Recreation Ground has four full-size doubles courts and two singles courts. Floodlighting is available, making this one of the most practical public options for players who want to book an evening game.
The courts are included within Bournemouth’s Tennis in the Park membership, or they can be booked individually on a pay-and-play basis. A small additional charge applies when floodlights are required.
Perfect for: Evening tennis, singles players and affordable regular games.
Address: Winton Recreation Ground, Fitzharris Avenue, Winton, Bournemouth, BH9 1BX
Operator’s telephone: 01202 519455
Website: Tennis in the Park
Redhill Park provides three courts: two full-size doubles courts and one singles court. It is another relaxed and affordable option within the Tennis in the Park scheme.
The annual household membership includes all four park locations, with pay-and-play booking also available for anyone who only wants an occasional game.
Perfect for: Casual tennis, families and players in northern Bournemouth.
Address: Redhill Park, Redhill Avenue, Ensbury Park, Bournemouth, BH10 7BW
Operator’s telephone: 01202 519455
Website: Tennis in the Park
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