Framework access paves the way for padel facilities across UK communities
Stockport, UK – 30 September 2025 – Soul Padel is proud to announce its approval as a supply partner on the UK Leisure Framework (UKLF), following acceptance as a partner by Alliance Leisure. This milestone will enable Soul Padel to play a key role in shaping the future of sport and leisure across the UK, with a focus on making padel accessible to more communities.
The UK Leisure Framework, managed by Denbighshire Leisure Limited (DLL), provides local authorities and public sector organisations with a streamlined route to develop and deliver leisure facilities. Through this framework, councils undertaking development projects that include padel will now have access to Soul Padel’s expertise in building high-quality courts and creating inclusive playing environments.
Alliance Leisure is the UK Leisure Framework’s development partner and has a track record of transforming hundreds of leisure spaces across the UK. From refurbishing community sports centres to delivering state-of-the-art multi-use complexes, outdoor pitches, and play areas, Alliance Leisure provides a full-service approach, from strategic planning through to project completion and beyond.
Mark Hewlett, CEO and Founder of Soul Padel, commented: “This approval marks an important step for Soul Padel in our mission to bring padel to communities across the UK. The UK Leisure Framework is a proven route for local authorities to deliver world-class facilities, and we are delighted that padel will now be part of that journey. Our vision is to welcome more people to the courts, helping them meet, play and connect, and this partnership with Alliance Leisure allows us to do just that.”
Soul Padel currently operates from its flagship club in Stockport and its first on-campus club at Loughborough University. The company is also on site at new developments in St Helens and Braehead, Glasgow, both due to open in the coming months.
This new approval ensures that Soul Padel can continue its mission to make padel a sport for everyone, working hand in hand with local authorities to promote health, wellbeing and community connection through this fast-growing game.
About Soul Padel
Soul Padel is dedicated to making padel accessible to everyone, building welcoming spaces where people can meet, play and connect. With a commitment to quality, inclusivity and community, Soul Padel develops facilities across the UK in partnership with schools, universities, local authorities and private partners. The company’s vision is to grow the sport of padel, addressing physical and mental health challenges and creating opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the game.
Media Contact:
Mark Hewlett
Email: mark@soulpadel.co.uk
Phone: 07961310078
Website: soulpadel.co.uk
