Ace Padel in partnership with AIM Capital to open new padel centre on former Howdens site in St Annes
Bosses at Ace Padel said their ambition is to create a club that feels as inviting as it is impressive - a place where people can train, meet friends, enjoy great food and become part of a thriving community atmosphere.
A new purpose built indoor padel club is set to be created in St Annes.
Ace Padel in partnership with AIM Capital has been granted permission by Fylde Borough Council to create the new centre on the former Howdens site on Scafell Road.
The new St Annes site will include five indoor courts, a contemporary café/bar, a dedicated wellness space and a varied programme of coaching, social play and events.
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Bosses at Ace Padel said their ambition is to create a club that feels as inviting as it is impressive - a place where people can train, meet friends, enjoy great food and become part of a thriving community atmosphere.
Jamie Reynolds, Co‐Founder of Ace Padel, said: “Lytham St Annes is a place that values quality, community and active living, and that’s exactly what we want this club to represent.
“Our goal is to create somewhere people feel proud to visit whether they’re playing, meeting friends or simply enjoying the atmosphere.”
Padel has seen remarkable momentum across the UK in recent years, with national participation expanding rapidly.
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Recent LTA figures show that more than 400,000 people played the sport in 2024, triple the previous year and by 2025 that number had grown again to over 860,000 adults and juniors. The UK now has more than 1,500 courts at over 550 venues, with awareness of the sport reaching 57% of the adult population.
Lewis Woolley, Co‐Founder of Ace Padel, added: “We want this to become a standout destination for the Fylde Coast - not just for sport, but for social life too.
“With exceptional indoor courts and a warm, modern clubhouse, we’re building a space designed to bring people together all year round.”
Bosses at Ace Padel said they chose the site in St Annes for its unique blend of lifestyle and sporting culture.
A spokesman said: “The area’s longstanding reputation for high‐quality recreation, from its celebrated golf heritage to its active year‐round population, makes it an ideal home for a modern racket‐sport facility.”
Ace Padel is committed to ensuring that the club serves all ages and abilities. Alongside coaching programmes and leagues, the venue will offer family sessions, school partnerships, charity collaborations, beginner pathways and a busy calendar of themed events and festivals.
A launch date and details of the opening tournament will be announced in due course.
Localschools, businesses, charities and tourism partners are invited to contact Ace Padel to explore collaboration opportunities.