Glendale Grounds Management, the council's parks contractors, are responsible for the management and booking process for sports pitches and ball courts within Lewisham's parks. Glendale will provide information on individual sites, the booking process, pricing and availability.
Facilities are available for athletics, basketball, bowls, cricket, football, tennis, and golf. Golf is available on the municipal course at Beckenham Place Park on 020 8650 2292. Athletics at the Ladywell Arena is booked directly through Parkwood Leisure on 020 8314 1986.
In general all courts and pitches are available to all users. A number of parks have changing rooms with facilities for those with mobility difficulties and wheelchair users. Contact Glendale for more information.
Q & A
Where can I play tennis?
Please see the list of park facilities or the sports directory.
Do I have to pay for tennis courts?
In most cases tennis courts in Lewisham are free to all users. At a number of parks it is possible to book and pay for a specific time slot.
Do I have to be a member to play golf at Beckenham Place Park golf course?
No, the municipal golf course is a pay and play course.
How you I book football pitches for my team?
Contact Glendale direct for availability and charges.
Do Glendale manage the athletics track in Ladywell fields?
No, the Ladywell Arena is managed by Parkwood Leisure, the council's leisure contractor.