Where to play tennis in Solihull and Moseley: a courts guide

Finding a court is often the hardest part of playing regular tennis. This guide lists real places to play in Solihull and the Moseley side of South Birmingham, split into public park courts (anyone can book) and members' clubs (usually membership needed). Details were checked against each venue's own booking page or council listing, but prices and booking rules change, so always check the link before you go.

Public park courts or a members' club: what's the difference?

Where are the public tennis courts in Solihull?

Solihull Council's park courts are listed together on the Solihull Parks Tennis page on ClubSpark. They can all be booked online for free. You register the first time, pick a time, and get a confirmation email. The page says gate access systems are installed at all sites, and asks people to cancel unwanted bookings as early as possible so others can play.

If you're in Olton, Elmdon Park and Malvern Park are the closest of these. Booking is quick on a phone, so it's easy to grab a court after work.

Where are the public tennis courts in Moseley and South Birmingham?

Birmingham's park courts are run as one programme on ClubSpark, with 25 resurfaced courts across eight parks: Bournville Park, Brookvale Park, Cannon Hill Park, Gilbertstone Recreation Ground, Lickey Hills Country Park, Pype Hayes Park, Rookery Park and Summerfield Park. All sites have smart gate access: you book online, then arrive and play.

At the time of writing, the programme lists pay and play at £7 per hour, or an annual pass at £52 a year for unlimited booking across the city's park courts. Check the current price on the booking page.

Cannon Hill Park

The closest park courts to Moseley are at Cannon Hill Park (2 Russell Road, B13 8RD), which has five all-weather tarmac courts, two of them floodlit. Courts can be booked online up to five days ahead; you register the first time and receive a PIN to get in. The Birmingham parks programme has also run LTA Barclays Free Park Tennis sessions, open to all abilities, including weekly Saturday morning sessions at Cannon Hill Park, so it's worth checking the page for current times.

Indoor courts

For winter or wet days, Billesley Tennis and Fitness Centre on Wheelers Lane, Billesley (B13 0ST) offers indoor tennis and runs adult beginner and intermediate lessons. Contact the centre directly for court hire and prices.

Which members' clubs are nearby?

I coach at three clubs across Solihull and Birmingham. Here's what their own pages and reliable listings say about them. For membership options, contact each club directly.

West Warwickshire Tennis Club, Olton

Based at West Warwickshire Sports Complex, Grange Road, Olton, Solihull B91 1DA. It's a multi-sport club and charity with sections for tennis, squash, hockey, cricket and bowls, and it describes itself as welcoming both members and the public. Membership includes access to tennis bookings.

Moseley Tennis Club

At 49 Billesley Lane, Moseley, Birmingham B13 9QT. The club's membership page says adult and junior members can book courts through its online booking system and use the floodlights at no extra cost, and mentions clubhouse and car parking facilities.

Streetly Tennis Club

Streetly Lawn Tennis Club is on Park View Road, Streetly B74 4PT, close to Sutton Coldfield and Sutton Park. Founded in 1922, it has 10 all-weather artificial grass courts, nine of which are floodlit.

Other clubs

Birmingham City Council's directory lists many more clubs across the city, including Chantry Tennis Club, Edgbaston Priory Tennis Club, Hall Green Tennis Club and Kings Heath Tennis Club. It's a useful starting point if you want a club close to home.

How do you book a park court on ClubSpark?

1. Go to the venue's ClubSpark page (search "Solihull Parks Tennis" or "Birmingham Parks Tennis").
2. Register an account the first time you book.
3. Choose the venue, date and time, then confirm (and pay, in Birmingham).
4. Check your confirmation email for gate access details.
5. Cancel as early as possible if your plans change.

Can you have lessons on park courts?

Yes, many coaches use public courts as well as clubs. It's worth asking where your coach works and whether court hire is included in the price. You can read more about lesson costs in how much tennis lessons cost in Solihull and Birmingham, and if you're booking for a child, what age can children start tennis explains the mini tennis stages.

For a wider overview of lessons, coaches and costs, see the complete guide to tennis lessons in Solihull and South Birmingham.

Want some coaching while you're on court?

I'm an LTA accredited Level 3 coach based in Olton, coaching at West Warwickshire, Moseley and Streetly tennis clubs. If you'd like lessons, take a look at my tennis coaching page or send me a WhatsApp on 07914 046329 and tell me where you'd like to play.