New pump track and padel courts headline £2m Clacton Leisure Centre plans
22nd June 2026
Plans for a £2million development at Clacton Leisure Centre featuring a new pump track and padel courts have been submitted.
Suitable for BMX, scooters and skateboards, the pump track would be free to use and include an exciting jump line. The track will complement the popular Clacton Trax skatepark.
A learn-to-ride facility is also included in the blueprints being proposed by Tendring District Council, along with new play equipment to replace the existing playground on site.
The plans also include a new racket sports area featuring two covered padel courts, which will be available for hire and in use all year round.
Councillor Mick Barry, Portfolio Holder for Leisure & Public Realm, said: “This is a huge milestone for this project which has the potential to provide huge benefits for residents for years to come in terms of physical and mental health, social opportunities and much more.
“I’d like to thank everyone who took part in our consultation events earlier this year.
“Your thoughts and priorities have helped shape these plans which are headlined by the new pump track and padel courts.”
TDC’s planning committee will decide on the application later this year.
The full planning application is available to view here.
The council has been working alongside Alliance Leisure to develop the project, which is funded by the Community Regeneration Partnership – a £20million investment programme from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government aimed at revitalising Clacton and Jaywick Sands.
The scheme is part of a number of improvements at Clacton Leisure Centre including refurbishing fitness changing rooms, a new low-carbon heating system and a forthcoming Football Foundation PlayZone.
Cllr Barry added: “These improvements will further establish the leisure centre as a key destination for people to be active, together.”