Where can I try demo rackets?

You can try the very latest Tennis rackets at Hyde Park, The Regent’s Park, Lammas Park and Chiswick. Park Sports venues at Hyde Park and The Regent’s Park also offer Padel demo rackets to try out on court before you buy!

How much does it cost to demo a tennis or padel racket?

You can try the latest demo rackets on the market (subject to availability) for a £25 fee per racket when you book a pay and play court. There is a limit of 3 rackets per session per customer. After your game, use your £25 demo fee as credit towards any in-store purchase on the same day, including rackets, restringing, grips, or balls. If you regularly take private tennis lessons or are participating in an adult tennis course, why not ask your coach to show you the new rackets during a session and help you decide on the best racket for you?

How do I arrange to try demo rackets during my court booking?

Contact us directly at the venue you are due to play by calling us to reserve specific racket(s). Alternatively, allow a little extra time and simply ask what rackets are available to demo at reception when you next visit.

What do I need to bring with me to be able to demo a racket(s)?

On the day of your court booking, you will be asked to leave a valid Credit/Debit Card at reception, as security. You will also be asked to provide a form of photo ID such as a passport or driving license, or student/travel card. These will be returned to you after the safe return of the racket(s).

Why should I buy a new racket at Park Sports?

We offer competitive prices on an extensive range of the latest Tennis and Padel rackets, available at four Park Sports venues. We understand that choosing the best racket for your game involves making individual and important choices, which is why we also offer a unique demo racket service so you can try before you buy.

Are demo rackets limited to the lists shown on the demo racket page?

No. The lists provided show our recommended premium rackets that are available for purchase. Contact us directly using the online form on the ‘Demo Rackets’ page or call us to request a specific racket(s). We aim to reply to website enquiries within 48 hours and we will do our utmost to see if your racket(s) request is attainable for your next pay & play court booking.

Can I buy a racket at the venue?

You can purchase the latest rackets and balls at four of our Park Sports venues, Hyde Park, The Regent’s Park, Lammas Park and Chiswick.

Tennis & Padel

Demo Rackets

'Try Before You Buy' Demo Rackets

We offer a unique 'try before you buy' demo racket service on the very latest Tennis and Padel rackets, from the top brands, so that you can buy your next racket with confidence.

Tennis and Padel Racket Demos

You can now try the latest Tennis and Padel rackets on the market for just £25 per racket.

Even better, your £25 demo fee can be used as in-store credit on the same day, redeemable against any purchase including rackets, restringing, grips, and balls.

This offer is available at Park Sports Hyde Park and The Regent's Park.

Get Me Started

Just book your pay & play court online and then take your pick from the range of premium rackets we have available on the day. Or if you want to reserve a racket call the venue and we can let you know what rackets are available at the time you are playing.

Want to try more than one racket? That's great! You can demo up to three rackets in one session.

How It Works

Choose from the exclusive list of demo rackets.
Enquire over the phone or at the venue reception on arrival (please allow extra time before your court booking is due to start).
On arrival inform a member of the Park Sports team that you have reserved a demo racket with your pay & play court booking or choose from the available rackets.
Pay the £25 per racket fee (up to a maximum 3 rackets).
Check the condition of the racket(s) with a member of staff before you go on court.
You will be required to show a valid photo ID and a Credit/Debit Card will be held securely at reception whilst you play!
After your game, use your £25 demo fee as credit towards any in-store purchase on the same day, including rackets, restringing, grips, or balls.

Demo Rackets — Frequently Asked Questions

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Where can I try demo rackets?
How much does it cost to demo a tennis or padel racket?

You can try the latest demo rackets on the market (subject to availability) for a £25 fee per racket when you book a pay and play court. There is a limit of 3 rackets per session per customer. After your game, use your £25 demo fee as credit towards any in-store purchase on the same day, including rackets, restringing, grips, or balls.
If you regularly take private tennis lessons or are participating in an adult tennis course, why not ask your coach to show you the new rackets during a session and help you decide on the best racket for you?
How do I arrange to try demo rackets during my court booking?
What do I need to bring with me to be able to demo a racket(s)?
Why should I buy a new racket at Park Sports?