New facilities would be built on existing multi-purpose courts
A local sports group has applied for planning permission to develop six padel tennis courts in Noble's Park.
They're enclosed and usually about a third the size of a normal tennis court.
IOM Padel wants to build them on the existing multi-purpose courts which Douglas Council states are 'underutilised' and are often left vacant.
The new facilities would be designed in accordance with Lawn Tennis Association guidelines and would include floodlights and low-level lighting on paths.
Also in the plan is a kiosk which could be used for equipment hire as well as new benches, recycling bins and plants.
It says the site has been designed to be 'fully inclusive' and would have step-free and level access across the site, whilst existing high-level tiered seating area would be retro-fitted with ramps.
Each court would be enclosed with fencing and glass panels.
The proposed development has the support of Douglas Council and the Lawn Tennis Association.
The application is currently pending consideration and can be found here.
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