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IN THE NEWS

Soul Padel in the news

From the national press to international news agency AFP, we’ve recently been invited to share our perspective on padel’s growth and the part Soul Padel is playing.

Here are three recent features, covering the sport’s widening appeal, our approach and some of the people playing at our clubs.

New Straits Times: Britain’s padel boom

AFP spoke to founder and CEO Mark Hewlett and Stockport player Laura Latham for a feature exploring padel’s rapid growth in Britain. The article has been published internationally, including in Malaysia’s New Straits Times.

The Times: challenging stereotypes

The Times visited Soul Padel to explore how northern clubs are challenging perceptions of who padel is for, speaking to Mark and players at Stockport. (A subscription may be required to read this article)

TheBusinessDesk.com: a game and a chat with Mark Hewlett

Journalist Michael Taylor joined us on court at Stockport before sitting down with Mark for TheBusinessDesk.com’s Monday Interview. (Free registration may be required)

About Soul Padel

Founded by Mark and Tammy Hewlett, Soul Padel is a UK padel operator with a mission to welcome everyone to the court.

The business operates clubs in Stockport, St Helens, Braehead and Loughborough University, with further locations planned across the UK. Its approach combines high-quality facilities, accessible programmes and opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to meet, play and connect.

Soul Padel is committed to making padel more accessible, building communities through sport and helping more people experience the physical, mental and social benefits of the game.

Media enquiries

Mark Hewlett
Email: mark@soulpadel.co.uk
Phone: 07961310078
Website: soulpadel.co.uk 

RECENT MEDIA

From the national press to international news agency AFP, we’ve recently been invited to share our perspective on padel’s growth and the part Soul Padel is playing.
Soul Padel has appointed Michelle Anderson as a Non-Executive Director following its recent £3.6 million investment round, which valued the business at £30 million and will support its planned expansion from four to ten clubs over the next 12 months.
Padel operator shortlisted for Scale-Up of the Year at the 2027 North West Growth Awards following a year of significant financial growth, investment and expansion.