Game On: Your Guide to London Sports Festival 2026

1. The Golden Table Tennis Trail (Until 26 April) One of the highlights of this year's festival is a series of ten striking gold table tennis tables installed across central London, from Victoria and Westminster to Tower Hill. Each table features a unique design inspired by the 100-year history of the sport - this year marks the centenary of the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships, which is returning to London for the first time in a century. The public is invited to download the official map, track down all ten tables, and collect the full set of pictograms for a chance to win tickets to the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships Finals at OVO Arena Wembley on 10 May, along with other prizes. Special guests from Table Tennis England will be visiting selected tables on 8 April and 23 April - World Table Tennis Day - offering tips, challenges, and free giveaways. We're not giving away all the locations, but guests staying at Tower Suites or The Wellington might just find one closer than they expect. 2. Padel Table Tennis at St Paul's Cathedral (Until 4 June) One of the golden tables has been installed directly outside St Paul's Cathedral in a padel-style format - meaning you can play an unforgettable game of table tennis in the shadow of one of London's most iconic landmarks. It's fifteen minutes from Tower Suites and Tower Residences, and genuinely one of those only-in-London experiences. 3. Padel at Tower Hill Terrace (Until 25 October) This one couldn't be more convenient for guests at Tower Suites and Tower Residences — the padel court at Tower Hill Terrace is less than a five-minute walk from the front door. Whether you're a seasoned player or picking up a racket for the first time, it's a brilliant way to start a morning or wind down an afternoon. 4. Padel at Hay's Galleria (Until 23 August) Set in the beautiful Victorian arcade of Hay's Galleria on the South Bank, this padel court combines sport with one of London's most atmospheric settings. Thirteen minutes from Tower Suites and Tower Residences, it's an easy addition to a riverside afternoon. 5. Pickleball at St James's Park (Until 17 May) New to pickleball? You're not alone - it's one of the fastest growing sports in the world and one of the most enjoyable to try for the first time. The courts at St James's Park are ten minutes from The Wellington, making it an easy detour before or after exploring Westminster. There is more to come over the course of the summer, this blog will be updated with more details when announcements are made.

Staying centrally with Blue Orchid puts you in the middle of all of it. Tower Suites and Tower Residences cover the east of the programme - with the Tower Hill Terrace padel court practically on the doorstep - while The Wellington is perfectly placed for Westminster and St James's. No planning required, just step outside. For padel court bookings and the full and updated programme of events, visit www.londonsportsfestival.com. Book direct with Blue Orchid Hospitality for the best available rate.