Campaigners decry rise of pay-to-play padel courts replacing community spaces in London

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6 August 2026 at 9:56 pm

Campaigners decry rise of pay-to-play padel courts replacing community spaces in London

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Campaigners are criticizing the increasing conversion of public community spaces like skateparks and children's play areas into pay-to-play padel courts in London. The closure of Barking Skate Park to make way for padel courts has sparked anger among residents, who claim it represents gentrification and community displacement.

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