Knaresborough's first dedicated town centre padel venue will officially open on Friday with the Mayor and Deputy Mayor taking to the court.
Mayor Cllr Shan Oakes and Deputy Mayor Cllr James Pickard will play the first exhibition match at 'Padel Up – Knaresborough', marking the official launch of the new facility.
The venue is the first dedicated padel centre to open in Knaresborough town centre, bringing one of the UK's fastest-growing sports to the heart of the town.

As well as padel courts, the new venue will offer pilates classes, HyRox training, sauna facilities and ice baths, creating a combined fitness and wellness destination for residents.
Mayor Cllr Shan Oakes said:
"It's a real privilege to be invited to open Padel Up – Knaresborough alongside Deputy Mayor Cllr James Pickard.
"This is a fantastic and exciting addition to our town centre, and it's brilliant to see this level of investment in Knaresborough's health, fitness, and community life.
"I'm looking forward to picking up a Padel and giving padel a go myself!"
Deputy Mayor Cllr James Pickard added:
"Knaresborough continues to go from strength to strength, and Padel Up is a wonderful example of that.
"Having padel, pilates, HyRox, and wellness facilities like a sauna and ice baths all in one town centre venue is a real boost for residents.
"I'm delighted to be taking part in the opening match — though I can't promise it will be a professional standard performance!"
Following the official opening, Padel Up – Knaresborough will be open to both members and non-members, with courts, fitness classes and wellness facilities available to book.

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