Edinburgh Sports Club
Edinburgh’s hidden rackets paradise on the Water of Leith – squash, padel, tennis, and more, with a warm clubhouse vibe.
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About
Nestled on its own island in the Water of Leith, Edinburgh Sports Club is a hidden gem that feels like a world away from the city bustle. As you cross the bridge, you'll spot the floodlit tennis courts and the covered padel courts – the newest addition to this rackets paradise. Inside, the buzz of squash matches echoes through the corridors, and the bar and restaurant are always buzzing with members catching up after a game. Don't miss their pro shop for top-brand gear at 10% off for members. Whether you're a seasoned racket sport enthusiast or a complete beginner, this family-orientated members club will make you feel right at home. Give them a call to arrange a tour – they'll introduce you to the right playing partners for your level.
Facilities
Private Members' Club
Edinburgh Sports Club is a thriving, family-oriented rackets club hidden away on an island in Edinburgh's West End, offering squash, tennis, padel, table tennis, snooker, a gym, bar, restaurant, and barbecue area, with coaching and organised activities for all ages and levels.
Shop
The club has a shop offering rackets, balls, accessories, and top brands, with a 10% discount for members.
Sports Centre
Edinburgh Sports Club is located in Edinburgh's West End, a short brisk walk from Princes Street, and offers ample on-site parking for visitors.
Edinburgh Sports Club is a thriving rackets club hidden on an island in the Water of Leith World Heritage site. It features six squash courts, three floodlit tennis courts, three covered padel courts, a hardball doubles court, a first-class table tennis facility, a gym, bar, restaurant, and barbecue area. The club is family-oriented, offering coaching for all ages and levels, along with organised activities such as mini-leagues, club nights, and tournaments.
Dining
The club has a bar, restaurant, and barbecue area, with the restaurant offering excellent weekday lunches and a café bar and lounge for refreshments.
Gym
Edinburgh Sports Club has a gym facility.
Padel
Edinburgh Sports Club has three fully covered floodlit padel courts.
Snooker
Snooker is available at the Edinburgh Sports Club.
Squash
Edinburgh Sports Club has six squash courts, with coaching available for all levels and a range of squash activities including tournaments, club nights, and festivals.
Table Tennis
Edinburgh Sports Club offers a first-class table tennis facility.
Tennis
Edinburgh Sports Club has three floodlit tennis courts available for play.
Full Description
Edinburgh Sports Club is a thriving rackets club located at 7 Belford Place, Edinburgh EH4 3DH, in the heart of Edinburgh's West End, just a short brisk walk from Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle. The club is hidden away on an island in the middle of the Water of Leith World Heritage site. It offers an impressive array of facilities: six squash courts, three floodlit tennis courts, three fully covered padel courts, a hardball doubles court, a first-class table tennis facility, snooker tables, a gym, a bar, a restaurant, and a barbecue area. There is also a pro shop on-site selling rackets, balls, and accessories, with ESC members receiving 10% off all shop items. The club has ample parking and is wheelchair accessible. It also features 15 electric vehicle charging points (Type 2, 7kW each) for members and guests. Edinburgh Sports Club is a family-orientated members club that anyone can join. Membership is required to use the facilities (pay and play is not available). The club operates Monday to Friday 09:00–22:00, Saturday 09:00–18:00, and Sunday 09:00–22:00. You can contact them by phone at +44 131 539 7071 or email team@edinburghsportsclub.co.uk. The club has a 4.5-star rating from 109 reviews on Google. Coaching forms an integral part of the club, available for all sports for both adults and juniors of all levels. There are numerous organised activities including mini-leagues, club nights, handicap tournaments, squash festivals, graded tournaments, teams, tours, and international events. The club also hosts social events such as curry nights, quiz nights, bistro nights, Octoberfest, Mayhem, and karaoke nights. The beautifully appointed bar, restaurant, and lounge areas provide the perfect place to unwind after a game, with excellent weekday lunches and venue hire available for parties and special occasions. Reviews praise the friendly staff, the quality of the food, and the welcoming atmosphere. The club has a strong community feel and is especially popular for squash and padel. The best way to find out more is to call or email to arrange a tour.
7 Belford Place
West End
EH4 3DH