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Located centrally, just a few minutes from Harrogate town centre, In the Oatlands area of Harrogate.

HRC is recognised by Badminton England as a premier badminton & North Yorkshire Performance Centre (NYPC) facility and is working toward being a centre of excellence. The club has also recently completed the Lawn Tennis Association Clubmark accreditation program. As a result of a merger between Harrogate Sports Club which occupied the current site since the 1920’s and Low Harrogate Tennis club, formerly on Victoria Avenue, the club now offers one of the finest tennis, badminton and table tennis facilities in the area. Owned and run by members, the club is guided by a strong management team who are keen to build on the two former clubs distinguished history. Growing in membership year on year, the club offers four wonderful (outside) carpet tennis courts (3 floodlit) which provide all year round play, probably the best three badminton courts in Yorkshire, plus a separate table tennis facility which now boasts seven teams in the local league. The club has changing/shower rooms, licensed bar and catering facilities, offers an inclusive membership regardless of ability / experience, and offers a warm welcome to new members. Private Hire- With prior arrangement the sports facilities are available for private hire (schools, companies, visiting groups etc).

04/11/2026

Never played Tennis? Start here.

Adult beginner group coaching with coach Mark Hinchliffe: four people, one coach, one hour. Learn to rally, then forehand, backhand, volley and serve, a different one each week, with points when you are ready. Rackets and balls provided.

Wednesdays 10am to 11am (11, 18 and 25 November)
Thursdays 7pm to 8pm, under the floodlights (5, 12 and 19 November)

£13 a session for members, £16 for non-members. Over 18s. Book a week at a time by 11.30pm the day before: https://harrogateracquetsclub.co.uk/coaching

Harrogate Racquets Club, Firs Road, Harrogate HG2 8HA

04/11/2026

Our Parkinson Bat and Chat was on BBC Look North, and we couldn't be prouder of the people behind it.

Every other Wednesday, people with Parkinson's come together in our Table Tennis hall with their carers, friends and family. Everyone looks out for each other, on the table and off it. Then the kettle goes on for tea, cake and a chat, and carers get an hour or so to themselves.

The group was started by coach George Chan, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's at 52. As he told the BBC: "Just because we have it doesn't mean to say it's thank you and good night." It was one of the first groups of its kind in the country, and Parkinson's UK and Table Tennis England are now helping other clubs start their own.

This is what Harrogate Racquets Club is for. We're a members' club, here since 1924 and run by volunteers, and we're open to everyone whatever your age or ability. Tennis, Badminton and Table Tennis, whatever your standard.

Parkinson Bat and Chat: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, 1.30pm to 3pm, Harrogate Racquets Club, Firs Road, HG2 8HA. No membership needed, everyone welcome.

Ask us: [email protected]
Find out more: https://harrogateracquetsclub.co.uk/table-tennis -play

Sessions like ours are promoted by PETT, Parkinson's England Table Tennis, with Parkinson's UK and Table Tennis England: https://pett.org.uk

Thank you to BBC Yorkshire and BBC Look North for telling the story.

Please share with anyone who might like to come along.

28/10/2026

Adult beginner group coaching with coach Mark Hinchliffe: four people, one coach, one hour. Learn to rally, then forehand, backhand, volley and serve, a different one each week, with points when you are ready. Rackets and balls provided.

Wednesdays 10am to 11am (4, 11, 18 and 25 November)
Thursdays 7pm to 8pm, under the floodlights (5, 12 and 19 November)

£13 a session for members
£16 for non-members.
Over 18s only.
Book a week at a time by 11.30pm the day before.

Book Wednesdays:

https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/HarrogateRacquetsClub/Coaching/Summary/f24104ca-eca8-4dd8-ab54-b2de6ab26d55

Book Thursdays:

https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/HarrogateRacquetsClub/Coaching/Summary/c002e71d-94ec-45d5-9857-c8fe2ced4bfe

Harrogate Racquets Club, Firs Road, Harrogate HG2 8HA

23/10/2026

Gypsy jazz and Hot Club swing, live in the clubhouse on Friday 13 November. Doors open 7pm, pop down early for a drink. Music 7.30pm to 11.30pm. Tickets £25, ploughman’s supper included.

Pre-book online, and book early: https://harrogateracquetsclub.co.uk/events

Harrogate Racquets Club, Firs Road, Harrogate HG2 8HA

22/10/2026

New to Badminton? Or picking up a racket again after years away?

Come along this Sunday. It is free, friendly and mostly games, with a coach on hand if you would like a few tips. 7pm to 9pm every Sunday at Harrogate Racquets Club on Firs Road.

Members and non-members welcome. No need to book, just turn up. Rackets provided. Please wear non-marking indoor shoes.

Know someone who has been meaning to try it? Tag them below.

More at harrogateracquetsclub.co.uk (link in bio)

16/10/2026

Junior Badminton, Saturday mornings. First session free.

Saturdays, 9am to 10.30am in the badminton hall, for ages 11 to 16. Rackets and shuttles provided. Bring a friend or a parent.

Come and try it for free.

Just turn up with non-marking indoor shoes.

Harrogate Racquets Club, Firs Road, HG2 8HA
harrogateracquetsclub.co.uk/badminton

29/09/2026

What a week for Harrogate Racquets Club badminton! 🏸

Congratulations to everyone who competed at the European Senior Championships in Sardinia. A special mention to Sue and Pauline, who took bronze in the women’s doubles, with Pauline also taking bronze in the mixed doubles.

Former club member David Hutchinson won silver in the men’s 80+ doubles. Brilliant to see him still competing at this level.

Closer to home, our juniors delivered at the Yorkshire Restricted. Rhys, 15, won the men’s doubles and reached the men’s singles semi-finals. Lucy reached the semi-finals in both the women’s singles and doubles.

Well done, everyone. We’re proud of you all and looking forward to next year’s world championships in Australia! 💪

28/09/2026

A HUGE thank you to everyone who made our Fun Day such a success! 🏸🎾🏓

To our amazing volunteers, the Social Committee and our coaches – thank you for giving up your time and making the day happen.

And to all the families, parents and children who came along to see what Harrogate Racquets Club has to offer – thank you for joining in the fun and games! It was brilliant to see so many new faces on court.

We can't wait to welcome you back to the club.

Interested in membership or have any questions? Get in touch with Vanessa, our Club Development Manager, at [email protected]

25/09/2026

🎈 Behind the scenes at Fun Day HQ! 🎈

Our Social Committee have been hard at work bagging sweets, sorting prizes and getting everything ready for tomorrow. We can't wait to see you all!

📅 Saturday 26th September
⏰ 2pm to 4pm
🙌 No need to book, just turn up!
🎾 Games and prizes, indoor and outdoor games, fun activities, snacks and drinks

📍 Harrogate Racquets Club, Firs Road, Harrogate HG2 8HA (off Leeds Road, opposite Oatlands M&S)
🗺️ Find us: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Harrogate+Racquets+Club+Firs+Road+HG2+8HA

📧 Any questions? Email [email protected]

Fun for all the family, members and non-members welcome! 🧡

24/09/2026

Good luck from everyone at Harrogate Racquets Club! 🏸

We're so proud of our members who have battled through to the quarter-finals at the 2026 European Senior Championships in Cagliari, Sardinia.

With over 1,500 players from 35 nations, this is the biggest badminton tournament in Europe, so reaching the last eight is a fantastic achievement. The whole club is behind you!

Watch live and free on Badminton Europe TV: badmintoneurope.tv

Address

Firs Road
Harrogate
HG28HA

Telephone

+441423871541

Website

http://harrogateracquetsclub.co.uk/

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