Canford Real Tennis & Squash Club

A very interesting game, and fun to play. The staff are friendly and helpful and they are happy to loan the equipment. There's not many of these courts around, which makes the experience even more special. Booking essential.

Great coaches.

Friendly place to enjoy a game of Squash or Real Tennis

A very friendly, small and quirky club. It has four squash courts open to the public (bring £1 coins for the lights) but its main attraction is one of the very few Real Tennis courts. Stop and watch a game for a few minutes and see if you can work out the rules. The club is run by two professionals who are very enthusiastic and knowledgeable and can help you get started. It is a fun, idiosyncratic and addictive sport so don't hesitate if you fancy giving it a go. At the time of writing you can have two lessons for free.The courts are part of a private school (so you need to fit in around the timetable and be aware that there are often children about) and housed in a beautiful, old and charmingly dilapidated brick building. Going inside feels like stepping into the 1930's of Betjemen and Goodbye, Mr Chips. It's a real treasure of a club and I highly recommend it.

Bonkers game. Lovely crowd. Completely hooked

Try Real Tennis, you'll love it!

Set in beautiful surroundings, sits this excellent Real Tennis court. The trainer is very patient and explains everything very clearly. One game and I am smitten!

Great club very friendly. Under new management and still great.