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As one of the largest, most active clubs in Sussex, Southdown Tennis has 16 courts located in the beautiful semi-rural setting of Lewes. The Club offers extensive playing opportunities for all ages and abilities, whether you enjoy mixing in for social tennis, just want to play with friends and family, want to join one of the many coaching groups or enjoy playing competitive tennis in the many men’s and ladies’ teams which run all the year round. The club has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere providing a wonderful outdoor facility not only to play tennis, but to form many new friendships. The club boasts a mix of grass, artificial clay, hard and multi-purpose astro courts to support play all year and through all weather conditions.
Southdown has a full team of qualified coaches on hand offering individual and group coaching for both adults and juniors, with a comprehensive year-round tennis programme and annual tournaments tailored for beginner, social and more advanced players.
Southdown is a not-for-profit Members Club enabling annual membership costs to be kept at very reasonable levels, with facilities being maintained to a high standard and regularly upgraded.
An active social calendar also makes good use of the Club’s excellent catering and bar facilities.
Come down and give tennis a go, whether you are an experienced player, thinking of starting to play again or completely new to the game. Please do get in touch if you’d like a guided tour of our Club, or to discuss the various membership options.
Tennis in the heart of Sussex
Nestled in the scenic landscape of Lewes, Southdown Sports Club stands out as a premier destination for tennis enthusiasts of all levels. Boasting a comprehensive array of facilities, our club offers 6 meticulously maintained grass courts, 3 top-quality artificial clay courts, 5 hard courts and 2 acrylic hard courts for a versatile playing experience. Additionally, 2 multi-purpose astro courts provide added flexibility for various sporting activities.
To ensure year-round play, we install a winter bubble over 2 courts, guaranteeing uninterrupted enjoyment regardless of weather conditions. Illuminated by floodlights on 7 courts, members can extend their play well into the evening hours.
Whether you’re a novice looking to learn the basics or a seasoned player aiming to refine your technique, Southdown Sports Club offers the perfect environment to elevate your game and connect with a vibrant tennis community.