Padel Courts and Flo Skatepark Are Coming to Derbion! - Derbion

Padel Courts and Flo Skatepark Are Coming to Derbion!

We’ve got some seriously exciting news to share – Derbion is set to become the home of 10 brand-new padel courts and a purpose-built skatepark, thanks to two fantastic new partnerships with Social Sports Society and Flo Skatepark.

A new era of sport and community

Social Sports Society, the team bringing people together through fun, inclusive sport, will be transforming part of the former Eagle Market into their biggest location yet – even bigger than their venues in Birmingham and Manchester! The space will feature 10 high-quality padel courts and is due to open later this year.

If you’ve not come across padel before, it’s a fun, fast-paced sport that blends tennis and squash. It’s super sociable, easy to pick up and perfect for all ages and abilities. There’ll also be opportunities for local schools and community groups to get involved with free or discounted sessions.

Skate, create, and connect

Also joining the Derbion line-up is Flo Skatepark – a brilliant community-focused charity supported by Sport England and accredited by Skateboard GB. Flo will be creating a brand-new skateboarding hub right here in the East Midlands, offering lessons, events, exhibitions, and meet-ups to inspire the next generation of skaters.

Part of the Eastern Gateway transformation

Both of these exciting venues are set to open in Autumn 2025, alongside the completion of our Eastern Gateway development – a major transformation that includes a striking new façade, urban garden, and enhanced public space to give this area of the centre a completely new look and feel.

We’re proud to be bringing even more vibrancy, activity and community spirit to the heart of Derby – and we can’t wait for you to see it all come to life. Stay tuned for further updates.

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