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In Partnership with Gateshead Council
Parks ProgrammeGateshead Parks Tennis
Saltwell Park and Derwent Park, Gateshead
Free and affordable tennis for all ages and abilities across Gateshead parks.
FREEPark Tennis
£25Per Month Coaching
2Park Venues
Barclays LTA Free Park Tennis
Free, social tennis at Saltwell Park and Derwent Park.
See SessionsJunior Coaching
Ongoing junior coaching at Saltwell Park, including girls only and tots sessions.
See SessionsAdult Coaching
Ongoing adult coaching at Saltwell Park, including a female only session.
See SessionsWe are delighted to have partnered with Gateshead Council. Barclays LTA Free Park Tennis runs at Saltwell Park on Sundays and Derwent Park on Saturdays, and our ongoing junior and adult coaching runs at Saltwell Park.
Get Involved
Become a Tennis Activator!
Free Park Tennis is a session offering free tennis activity at your local park. Equipment is provided, for all ages and abilities, run by a team of volunteers. You do not need to be a fantastic tennis player to support - just passionate about helping others play and get active.
Activator Form
Various park venues — Saturdays and Sundays 10am–11am.
Saltwell Park (NE8 4NT) | Sundays 10am–11am
Barclays LTA Free Park Tennis — fun, social tennis at a local park court. Free for all juniors and adults and for all abilities, run by a team of trained volunteers. Sessions are NOT coaching. All children under 13 must be accompanied by a playing adult (18 and over).
Derwent Park (NE39 1LG) | Saturdays 10am–11am
Barclays LTA Free Park Tennis at Derwent Park. Sessions starting 15th August. Free for all juniors and adults and for all abilities. Sessions are NOT coaching.
Ongoing Coaching — Join Anytime.
Saltwell Park | Sunday 9:00am–10:00am — Girls Only (7–11)
Ongoing junior coaching. Girls and mothers are welcome. All sessions adhere to LTA safety guidelines.
Saltwell Park | Saturday 9:15am–10:00am — Tots & Parents (Ages 3–5)
Ongoing junior coaching at Saltwell Park.
Saltwell Park | Saturday 10:00am–11:00am (Ages 6–9)
Ongoing junior coaching at Saltwell Park.
Saltwell Park | Saturday 12:00pm–1:00pm (Ages 10–15)
Ongoing junior coaching at Saltwell Park.
Coming soon.
Ongoing Coaching — Join Anytime.
Saltwell Park | Sunday 11.00am–12.00pm — Adult (Female Only)
Ongoing adult coaching at Saltwell Park.
Saltwell Park | Saturday 11.00am–12.00pm — Adult (Beginner/Improver)
Ongoing adult coaching at Saltwell Park.
Social Tennis — Coming Soon
Social play, walking tennis and Rebound sessions are not running at Gateshead parks yet. Register your interest and we will let you know when they start.
Player Tournaments
Competitive tennis across Gateshead parks
Big Tennis Weekends
Free tennis in local parks
Park Tournaments
Fun, friendly competition
Social Competitions
All abilities welcome
Seasonal Events
Throughout the year
Register your interest to be the first to know when entries open
Register InterestOur Park Venues
Saltwell Park
Gateshead, Tyne and Wear NE8 4NT
- Barclays LTA Free Park Tennis — Sundays 10am
- Junior and adult coaching
Derwent Park
Rowlands Gill, Gateshead NE39 1LG
- Barclays LTA Free Park Tennis — Saturdays 10am
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