Padel venue in Blyth with plenty of features set to open this summer

Padelsphere, located at Unit F, Progressive Court, Spencer Road, will feature three full panoramic glass courts (two doubles and one singles) to give people the opportunity to play one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports.

The team is targeting a late July/early August opening. The 10,000 sq ft facility will also include a licensed bar and café, lounge areas, live sport and luxury changing rooms complete with saunas.

A key part of Padelsphere’s journey has been the support and encouragement received from Business Northumberland – the business support service for Northumberland County Council, which has played an active role in helping the business establish itself locally.

The organisation has supported the team by raising awareness of the new venue through its networks, inviting them to key events in Blyth and Energy Central, Northumberland’s renewable energy cluster, plus offering on-going support as the business prepares to recruit staff.

Padel, a racket sport that combines elements of tennis and squash, has seen significant growth across the UK.

Akshay Ohari, founder and CEO, said: “We built Padelsphere because Northumberland deserved a proper home for this sport.

“Padel is the most fun you can have with a racket in your hand and it doesn’t matter if you’ve never played a sport in your life or if you’re already competitive, everyone has a great time.

“Business Northumberland have been brilliant. They’ve been genuinely enthusiastic about what we’re building from day one.

“From promoting us within their networks to helping us connect with other local businesses, having that level of support behind us has made a real difference.

“Blyth is the perfect location for us. The town is going through an incredible period of change and we’re proud to be part of that story.”

Regeneration projects including the Energising Blyth programme, Energy Central Campus and the Northumberland Line are contributing to the town’s growth.

Coun Richard Wearmouth, the county council’s cabinet member for regeneration, said: “This is a great addition to Northumberland, and Blyth in particular, and we're pleased to have been able to support Padelshere.”

You can follow Padelsphere’s journey on its Instagram @padelsphereUK or contact [email protected] for more information.