Swindon Pickleball Festival. Swindon is set to serve up a new kind of excitement this August Bank Holiday weekend. The town is hosting its first-ever Pickleball festival. The two-day event, scheduled for Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th August 2024, promises to be a thrilling weekend for both seasoned players and newcomers to the sport.
Held at the Delta Tennis Centre, the festival will feature a 12-court indoor setup. Thus making it the largest pickleball event ever hosted in Swindon.
The event is open to all ages and skill levels, with a variety of match formats to cater to everyone from competitive players to casual participants looking to enjoy the game in a friendly environment.
Great excitement
Shaun Jones, organiser of Swindon Pickleball, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event.
We’re so excited to bring the first-ever Pickleball Festival to Swindon. Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK, and we’re thrilled to showcase it in such a vibrant community. This festival is all about bringing people together-whether you’re a seasoned player or someone who’s never picked up a paddle. There’s something for everyone.
We can’t wait to see people of all ages and abilities join in the fun.’
The festival will run from 9 am to 5 pm each day, with a packed schedule of activities.
How it will work
Saturday will see unlimited festival friendlies on eight courts. And Sunday will expand the action to all 12 courts, offering unlimited festival friendlies throughout the day.
A spokesperson for Delta Tennis Centre added:’ We’re delighted to partner with Swindon Pickleball to host this event.
Delta Tennis Centre has a long history of promoting sports in Swindon. So we’re proud to support the growth of pickleball in the region. This festival is a fantastic opportunity for people to experience the sport in a welcoming and supportive environment. We look forward to seeing a great turnout.’
Registration for the event is currently open on the Pickleball England website here.
But! There’s a limited nmber of spaces so we’re encouraging early registration to secure a spot.
The registration deadline is 11 am on Sunday, 18th August 2024. Any entries received after capacity is reached will go on a standby list. We’ll accept withdrawals and refund requests until midnight on Thursday, 15th August 2024, with a 10% administrative fee applicable.
The entry fee is set at £10 for youth players (under 18) for Saturday, and £20 per adult for each day. A limited number of weekend passes are available at £30 per player.
For more details, including event information and to reserve your place, please visit the Swindon Pickleball website here.
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to be part of Swindon’s first Pickleball Festival-whether to compete, learn, or simply enjoy a weekend of fun and sport.
About pickleball
Pickleball is a fast-growing sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Played on a smaller court with a lower net, it’s a game that is easy to learn but offers plenty of challenges for more experienced players. Using paddles and a perforated plastic ball, players can engage in singles or doubles matches.
Well known for its accessibility, the sport is popular among people of all ages and fitness levels. Its rapid growth across the UK and globally is a testament to its fun and social nature. And the excitement it brings to participants.
Swindon pickleball
June 2023 saw the establishment of Swindon pickleball to introduce and promote the game within the Swindon community. The club soon gained traction and now hosts weekly social sessions at the Delta Tennis Centre.
Designed to be inclusive, the sessions welcome players of all ages and skill levels. Currently, social sessions take place on Mondays. But there are plans to expand to Wednesdays before too long.
Swindon Pickleball is committed to fostering a friendly and supportive environment to fostering a friendly and supportive environment. One where players can enjoy the sport, improve their skills, and connect with others.
