Aerial view of Blackheath Lawn Tennis Club, its courts and the surrounding streets
Two members celebrating with a trophy at a Blackheath Lawn Tennis Club presentation

Since 1885…

…we've brought together players of all ages and abilities, in the heart of Southeast London. Competitive adult leagues, social play, and junior coaching for every stage of the game.

About the Club

Courtsfor allConditions.Surfacesfor allSeasons.

Clay courts at Blackheath Lawn Tennis Club

Floodlit · all-weather

Clay courts

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All-weather artificial clay, for a slower and more strategic game.

Hard courts at Blackheath Lawn Tennis Club

Floodlit · all year

Hard courts

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Fast-drying porous acrylic, for consistent play year-round.

Grass courts at Blackheath Lawn Tennis Club

Open in summer

Grass courts

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Real grass through the summer months, for that Wimbledon feeling.

A well-used tennis ball resting where two painted court lines meet

Join the club.

Membership opens up eleven courts (8 all-year round), weekly socials, club competitions, plus year-round social events.

Adult — Peak

£444

per year · 2026/27

For adults who want full access to the club throughout the week.

Junior

£107

per year · ages 4–18

A simple route into tennis for younger players and their families.

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FAQs

Common questions about membership at Blackheath Lawn Tennis Club.

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01Do I need to be a member to play at the club?

As an adult, to play tennis at the club you need to either be a member or be a guest of a member (guests pay a £5 guest fee each). Only members have access to the court booking system.

02How do I apply for membership?

Complete our online application form, select your membership type and submit. Our membership team will review it and contact you within 3 days.

03Do juniors need to be members for junior programmes?

No. Membership is not a requirement for juniors, although non-members pay an additional £2 per lesson.

04What are the membership fees?

Fees vary by membership type, from £50 per year for social membership to £882 for family membership for the 2026/27 season.

05Can I book courts as a member?

Yes. Members can book courts up to 7 days in advance through myCourts; juniors can book 1 day in advance. Grass courts use a whiteboard in the courtside pavilion.

06What are the pro rata rates if I join part-way through the year?

Membership runs from 1 April. If you join later in the year you pay a proportion of the full fee, based on when you join:

Date of joiningPro rata rate to 31st March
1st April – 30th September100% of the full fee
1st October – 31st December50% of the full fee
1st January – 31st March25% of the full fee
07What is included in membership?

Membership includes the courts, courtside pavilion, changing rooms and shower, the main clubhouse bar, group coaching and club events.