Entertainment Swindon

Swindon is set to serve up a new kind of excitement
this August Bank Holiday weekend as it hosts its first-ever Pickleball Festival in conjunction with the Delta Tennis Centre.

The two-day event, scheduled for Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th August 2024, promises to be a thrilling weekend for both seasoned players and newcomers to the sport.

Held at the Delta Tennis Centre, the festival will feature a 12-court indoor setup, making it the largest pickleball event ever hosted in Swindon. The event is open to all ages and skill levels, with a variety of match formats to cater to everyone from competitive players to casual participants looking to enjoy the game in a friendly environment.

Shaun Jones, organiser of Swindon Pickleball, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event:
“We are incredibly excited to bring the first-ever Pickleball Festival to Swindon. Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK, and
we’re thrilled to showcase it in such a vibrant community. This festival is all about bringing people together-whether you’re a seasoned player or someone who’s never picked up a paddle, there’s something for everyone. We can’t wait to see people of all ages and abilities join in the fun.”

The festival will run from 9 am to 5 pm each day, with a packed schedule of activities. Saturday will see unlimited festival friendlies on eight courts and Sunday will expand the action to all 12 courts, offering unlimited festival friendlies throughout the day.

A spokesperson for Delta Tennis Centre added:
“We are delighted to partner with Swindon Pickleball to host this event. Delta Tennis Centre has a long history of promoting sports in Swindon, and we’re proud to support the growth of pickleball in the region. This festival is a fantastic opportunity for people to experience the sport in a welcoming and supportive environment, and we look forward to seeing a great turnout.”

Registration for the event is currently open on the Pickleball England

website click HERE.

However, spaces are limited, and early registration is encouraged to secure a spot. The registration deadline is 11 am on Sunday, 18th August 2024. Any entries received after capacity is reached will be placed on a standby list.

Withdrawals and refund requests will be accepted until midnight on Thursday, 15th August 2024, with a 10% administrative fee applicable.

The entry fee is set at £10 for youth players (under 18) for Saturday, and £20 per adult for each day. A limited number of weekend passes are available at £30 per player.

For more details, including event information and to reserve your place, please visit the Swindon Pickleball website. Click HERE.

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to be part of Swindon’s first Pickleball Festival-whether to compete, learn, or simply enjoy a weekend of
fun and sport.

So What is Pickleball?
Pickleball was invented in 1965 by three dads on Bainbridge Island, Washington. Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum wanted to create a game that would keep their kids entertained during the summer.