Hampton Court Palace

Welcome to the website of The Royal Tennis Court, Hampton Court Palace.

Tennis has been played at Hampton Court for almost as long as the Palace has stood there. Present knowledge suggests the first tennis court, or tenys playe as they were called in Tudor times, was built by Cardinal Wolsey between 1526 and 1529. It was the first of three constructed at the Palace.

Today the court is home to a thriving club, and is used to near its maximum capacity. The Royal Tennis Court is one of the few courts in the world where the public can watch this intriguing sport.

New members are always welcome, so why not give the professionals a call and arrange a visit.