Powerleague Sighthill
Swing, score, socialise: padel and football under one roof in Sighthill – with a bar and workspace to match.
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About
If you're driving along Bankhead Drive in Sighthill, you can't miss Powerleague – a sprawling sports complex that's become the go‑to spot for padel and football fans alike. Step onto one of their four covered padel courts (rain or shine!) and feel the buzz of the UK's fastest‑growing sport. The clubhouse is a proper hub, with a bar, hot food, and changing rooms – and if you fancy a break from the court, their remote workspace lets you plug in your laptop while enjoying a coffee. Book ahead on Playtomic for padel; football pitches are easy to reserve online too. The vibe is friendly and competitive, with leagues, tournaments, and intro sessions for newcomers. Plus, there's free parking and even EV charging points – a modern gem in west Edinburgh.
Facilities
Sports Centre
Free on-site and on-street parking is available.
Powerleague Sighthill offers 4 covered padel courts and football pitches, with top-notch facilities including a clubhouse, bar, changing rooms, and food. Padel equipment hire and coaching are available.
Dining
Powerleague Sighthill offers a bar and food options on site, including hot food and drinks, with a membership discount available on food and drink purchases.
Football
Powerleague Sighthill offers 5-a-side and 7-a-side football pitches with artificial turf and floodlights, providing weekly social bookings and competitive leagues.
Kids Programme
Padel
Powerleague Sighthill offers 4 covered padel courts with clubhouse, bar, changing rooms, and food, available rain or shine.
Work & Study Spaces
Powerleague Sighthill offers a dynamic remote working space with comfortable workspace, hot food and drink, and the unique ability to take breaks by playing padel on-site, followed by a shower to freshen up before returning to work. The space is designed to support both focus and flexibility, providing a work-play balance.
Full Description
Powerleague Sighthill is a sports complex and event venue located at 66 Bankhead Drive, Sighthill, Edinburgh (EH11 4EQ), within Sighthill Public Park. It is part of the Powerleague brand, which operates small‑sided football centres across the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands. The venue is fully operational and wheelchair accessible, with free on‑site parking and free on‑street parking available. Opening hours are daily from 09:00 to 22:30. It accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments; cash is not accepted. The centre boasts four covered padel courts, playable in all weather conditions, and a variety of football pitches including 5‑a‑side and full‑size grass pitches. The facility offers 3G and grass surfaces. Padel courts can be booked through the Playtomic platform (up to seven days in advance), while football pitches can be booked via the Powerleague website or app. The venue also has a Babolat partnership, offering exclusive 10% discounts on padel gear and providing Babolat rackets for rent (£3) and purchase. On‑site amenities include a clubhouse with a bar, food service (hot food and drink), changing rooms, showers, and a remote workspace area with Wi‑Fi. The event room can accommodate up to 100 standing or 62 seated, and is available for hire from £75 per hour for kids' parties, birthday celebrations, drinks receptions, corporate gatherings, or charity events. Full exclusivity is possible on Friday and Saturday evenings. The venue does not offer in‑house catering but allows external catering and provides alcohol. Powerleague Sighthill runs weekly 5‑a‑side and 7‑a‑side football leagues, as well as padel tournaments, intro sessions, and coaching for all levels. Kids' holiday camps and birthday parties are also available. A membership programme offers 10% off food and drink, merchandise discounts, early booking, and integrated match statistics. Over 13,000 users have already joined. Additional facilities include 15 EV charging points (Type 2, 7 kW each) operated by POD Point, making it convenient for electric vehicle owners. The venue has a Google rating of 4.3 from 244 reviews and is listed as a Tagvenue Partner with a 100% response rate from the event manager, Daniel Brant.