10 Best Sports Complexes in London

StoneX Stadium, Saracens is the home of Saracens Rugby club and also operates as a public sports facility with an outdoor athletics track. It suits rugby supporters, athletics competitors and people seeking a venue for personal physical activities. Visitors can use on-site catering and seating areas, while the stadium is described as spacious and well maintained.

Lee Valley Athletics Centre is a large athletics complex with an indoor 200m banked track, a 130m sprint straight and a substantial strength and conditioning suite. The climate-controlled facility accommodates training, school sports days and competitions, with parkour, hurdles and fitness activities also available. Its spacious layout includes room for warm-ups and shared use by elite and community athletes.

Wimbledon Qualifying and Roehampton Community Sports Centre hosts the qualifying tournament for the Wimbledon Championships. It gives tennis fans the chance to watch high-level grass-court matches in a relatively uncrowded setting, with multiple courts, stands, food facilities and organised seating. The qualifying event is also a more accessible route to Wimbledon tennis than the main fortnight.

SportsDock is a multi-use sports complex at the University of East London’s Docklands Campus, open to local residents, students and staff. It combines a fully equipped gym, live exercise classes, refurbished studios, indoor courts, outdoor pitches and a dance studio. The centre’s friendly community approach suits people training independently or joining fitness, strength, cardio and yoga sessions.

Gunnersbury Park Sports Hub is a sports complex within Gunnersbury Park, offering indoor and outdoor facilities. It suits adults and children looking for sports activities in a park setting, with reported features including cricket pitches, a sports hall, gym facilities, changing rooms and a café. The wider park adds green space, lakeside walks and a playground, while parking includes free and paid options.

Copper Box Arena is a sports complex hosting music, comedy, entertainment, health and fitness, sport, conferences and exhibitions. It suits visitors attending live events, competitions and conferences, with an arena setting that can offer clear views, good acoustics and air conditioning. The venue also has food and drink points, clean toilet facilities and disabled access.

Charlton Lido and Lifestyle Club is a sports complex centred on an outdoor swimming facility, with a deep end, a large shallow area and a toddler pool. It suits families and swimmers looking for an outdoor summer day out, with a surrounding park suitable for a picnic. Advance tickets are recommended, and parking options include free and paid facilities.

Sutcliffe Park Sports Centre is a London sports complex with facilities including a bike ramp hall, soft play area, clip-and-climb circuit and conference rooms. It suits families looking for children’s activities as well as visitors using a broader sports venue. Advance tickets are recommended, and parking is available on site, including paid parking.

King’s House School Sports Ground is a sports complex with cricket grounds and facilities for outdoor sporting activities. It offers on-site parking, a bar and food, with undercover hospitality options that make it suitable for events as well as matches. The ground works for spectators, players and corporate sporting occasions requiring refreshments and hosted spaces.

The Hive London is a sports complex and stadium associated with Barnet FC, offering sporting facilities, a bar and seating areas. It suits football visitors and locals looking for a compact ground with comfortable seating and a friendly, community-oriented atmosphere. On-site and nearby parking options are available, although parking conditions can require care.