Pickleball is growing fast in Birmingham, with an active club scene, multiple venues across the city and accessible sessions running throughout the week. Whether you're brand new to the sport or looking for a regular place to play in Birmingham, there are options to suit all levels and schedules.

Here's where to find your game.

Birmingham Pickle - the main club in the city

Location: Multiple venues across BirminghamWebsite: birminghampickle.co.uk

The most active pickleball club in Birmingham, running coached sessions across three venues throughout the week. All equipment is provided, all levels are welcome, and coaches are on hand at every session. Sessions run on:

  • Monday evenings - Open play, all abilities, 2 hours (includes 30 mins warm-up drills)
  • Wednesday evenings - Open play, all abilities, 2 hours (includes 30 mins warm-up drills)
  • Thursday evenings - Intermediate and Advanced session, 2 hours (includes targeted drills)
  • Saturday afternoons - Introduction to Pickleball (taster session, 1 hour) and Improvers drilling session (1 hour) and Open play (2 hours)

Venues used by the club:

  • Lordswood Girls' School, Knightlow Road, Harborne, B17 8QB
  • Harborne Academy, Harborne Road, Birmingham, B15 3JL
  • Birmingham City University - City South Campus, Westbourne Road, Edgbaston, B15 3TN

Contact: 07595 261537 or info@birminghampickle.co.uk. Book via the club's website.

Walmley Pickleball Club - Sutton Coldfield

Location: Walmley Tennis Club, 160 Walmley Road, Sutton Coldfield, B76 2QAType: Tennis and pickleball club

One of the most active pickleball clubs in the Birmingham area. Walmley Tennis Club has two dedicated pickleball courts with sessions running four times a week during spring and summer:

  • Tuesday: 6:00-8:00pm
  • Wednesday: 1:00-3:00pm
  • Friday: 5:00-7:00pm
  • Sunday: 10:00am-12:00noon

In winter, an additional indoor session runs at Bishop Walsh School on Sunday evenings (6:00-8:00pm). Contact: walmleypickleball@gmail.com or book via the ClubSpark page.

Find this venue on The Pickleball Directory: Walmley Tennis Club | Pickleball Court in Sutton Coldfield, Midlands

Barnt Green Sports Club - pay-and-play pickleball south of Birmingham

Location: Margesson Drive, Barnt Green, Birmingham, B45 8LRType: Multi-sport club

A well-established multi-sport club offering pickleball on a pay-and-play basis - no membership needed. Court hire is £15 per hour plus lighting. The club also offers coaching-led sessions on weekday mornings and afternoons. Book up to one week in advance via the club's online system.

Find this venue on The Pickleball Directory: Barnt Green Sports Club | Pickleball Court in Birmingham, Midlands

Billesley Tennis and Fitness Centre - bookable indoor pickleball courts

Location: Wheelers Lane, Billesley, Birmingham, B13 0STType: Indoor tennis and fitness centre

A well-equipped indoor venue that offers pickleball alongside tennis and badminton. Courts are available to book throughout the week - rackets available to hire on-site. A good flexible option for players in south Birmingham wanting to organise their own sessions.

Find this venue on The Pickleball Directory: Billesley Tennis and Fitness Centre | Pickleball Court in Birmingham, Midlands

Moseley Tennis Club - outdoor pickleball in south Birmingham

Location: 49 Billesley Lane, Moseley, Birmingham, B13 9QTType: Tennis club

A friendly, community-focused tennis club in Moseley with outdoor courts suitable for pickleball. Courts are bookable via ClubSpark and the club has an active social tennis community. Check directly with the club for current pickleball session availability.

Find this venue on The Pickleball Directory: Moseley Tennis Club | Pickleball Court in Birmingham, Midlands

Sutton Coldfield Tennis - outdoor pickleball in Sutton Coldfield

Location: Highbridge Road, Sutton ColdfieldType: Tennis club

Outdoor courts suitable for pickleball with organised sessions and general play. A practical option for players based in and around Sutton Coldfield. Check directly with the club for current session details.

Find this venue on The Pickleball Directory: Sutton Coldfield Tennis | Pickleball Court in Sutton Coldfield, Midlands

Flexible court hire in Birmingham

These leisure centres all offer pickleball court hire, and all have hosted Staying Alive Pickleball's beginner coach-and-play sessions (£12 for 90 minutes including equipment). Check stayingalivepickleball.com for upcoming coached sessions, or book a court directly at any of the venues for your own games.

Cocks Moors Woods Leisure Centre

Location: Alcester Road South, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 6ER

Find this venue on The Pickleball Directory: Cocks Moors Woods Leisure Centre | Pickleball Court in Birmingham, Midlands

Fox Hollies Leisure Centre

Location: Shirley Road, Acocks Green, Birmingham, B27 7NS

Find this venue on The Pickleball Directory: Fox Hollies Leisure Centre | Pickleball Court in Birmingham, Midlands

Wyndley Leisure Centre

Location: Clifton Road, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6EN

Find this venue on The Pickleball Directory: Wyndley Leisure Centre | Pickleball Court in Birmingham, Midlands

Other pickleball venues in Birmingham

Bishop Walsh School

Location: Wylde Green Road, Sutton Coldfield, B76 1QT

Home to Walmley Pickleball Club's winter indoor session (Sunday evenings). The hall is also available for community hire - contact the school directly.

Find this venue on The Pickleball Directory: Bishop Walsh School | Pickleball Court in Birmingham, Midlands

Wythall Tennis Club

Location: Wythall Park, Silver Street, Wythall, BirminghamType: Tennis club

Indoor courts with organised pickleball sessions and club activity. A good choice for players in the south Birmingham / Wythall area who want a club environment.

Find this venue on The Pickleball Directory: Wythall Tennis Club | Pickleball Court in Birmingham, Midlands

Tips for playing pickleball in Birmingham

  • Birmingham Pickle is the quickest route into regular coached play - four session types per week across three venues, all levels welcome
  • Walmley Pickleball Club is the best option in Sutton Coldfield, with four outdoor sessions per week and an indoor winter option at Bishop Walsh School
  • Barnt Green is the best pay-and-play option - no membership needed, flexible booking, available to all
  • Billesley is a good indoor fallback for south Birmingham players wanting to book their own courts
  • Outdoor courts are weather-dependent - indoor sessions at Birmingham Pickle and Walmley's winter sessions are the most reliable year-round options

Ready to find your pickleball court in Birmingham? Explore all venues on The Pickleball Directory | The Home of UK Pickleball.

Session times, pricing and availability may vary. Always check directly with venues or clubs before attending.

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