Plans to open a padel court are progressing with hopes it will officially open early next year.

A padel court facility is being built at Waterhouse Farm in East Barsham after plans for the complex were approved earlier this year. 

The sport is a hybrid of squash and tennis and originated in Mexico.

The plans for the facility, which is run by Norfolk Padel, will include two indoor courts, one outdoor court, changing rooms and social areas.

So far, the structure, roof and floor has been completed and the building is in the process of being cladded.

Padel is one of the fastest growing sports in the world Padel is one of the fastest growing sports in the world (Image: CHARLOTTE BOND) George Craig, a director for Norfolk Padel, said: "We are moving forward quickly with construction and we are on track to deliver the facility for a soft December launch and an official opening early next year."

Mr Craig also said the group is "taking great care on the internal lighting and fit out" for the purpose-built facility. 

He said: "This will ensure an amazing finish and we are super excited to be delivering a fantastic complex to Norfolk."