1. Derby Arena
The velodrome's infield doubles as a huge indoor sports floor, and pickleball courts are bookable through the city's Active Derby service. An indoor option you can rely on whatever the East Midlands weather is doing.
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Pickleball courts in Derby
Derby's pickleball runs from the velodrome to the city centre. Derby Arena at Pride Park hosts regular sessions, Willows Sports Centre lends paddles and balls free to newcomers, and David Lloyd's club next door to the football stadium offers courts to members. All three are verified at source, with booking details below.
Prices verified October 2026.
- Verified venues
- 3
- Indoor / outdoor
- 2 / 0
- Price range
- Varies
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The 3 best places to play in Derby
A city-centre sports centre in Derby that has taken up pickleball with gusto, lending paddles and balls free. Handy for anyone working in town.
Beginner friendly Paddles provided
A David Lloyd club at Pride Park, a goal kick from the football stadium, with pickleball for members. A comfortable addition to Derby's growing list of venues.
Compare Derby venues at a glance
| Venue | Area | Setting | Courts | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Arena | Pride Park, Derby | Indoor | – | – |
| Willows Sports Centre | Derby | Indoor | – | – |
| David Lloyd Derby | Pride Park, Derby | – | – | – |
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Beginner friendly Paddles provided Coaching
Frequently asked questions
Are there indoor pickleball courts in Derby?
2 of the 3 venues we list in Derby are indoor: Derby Arena, Willows Sports Centre.
Where can beginners play pickleball in Derby?
Willows Sports Centre runs beginner-friendly sessions, and most lend paddles; see each venue page for equipment details. New to the sport? Read our how-to-play guide first.