Pickleball

Pickleball court dimensions in feet and metres: 20ft x 44ft (6.10m x 13.41m), 7ft kitchen, 34in net. Plus badminton, tennis and padel compared.

Official pickleball court dimensions in feet and metres, kitchen and net heights, and whether you can play on a UK badminton, tennis or padel court.

Pickleball rules explained for UK players: serving, the two-bounce rule, the kitchen and scoring - plus the kit the rules actually require.

What pickleball equipment do you need to start? Paddles, indoor vs outdoor balls, shoes and extras explained, with UK prices and beginner picks.

Core thickness, face material, weight and shape — the four things that actually change how a pickleball paddle plays, explained without the jargon. Plus which paddle to buy at every level.

Can you play pickleball in running trainers? Learn why proper court shoes matter, what to look for, and how to choose the best pickleball shoes in the UK.

Carbon or fibreglass pickleball paddle? Learn how each face material affects control, spin, power and pop, so you can buy the paddle that fits your game.

Does paddle thickness matter? Learn how 13mm, 14mm and 16mm cores change control, power and feel, and which thickness suits your pickleball game.

Starting pickleball in 2026? Here's how to pick the best beginner paddle in the UK, what specs to look for, and the features that make learning easier.