A padel club has opened its doors in Llantrisant with help from a £225,000 funding package from NatWest.
Unbound Padel Ltd has transformed industrial units in Llantrisant Business Park into professionally designed, premium indoor padel courts, a café and accessible facilities.
Since opening, Unbound Padel Club has brought five new jobs to Llantrisant. The club's courts are open for casual games, coaching, competitions and corporate events. Wheelchair-friendly courts, inclusive facilities and deaf-aware staff trained in basic British Sign Language mean that everyone is welcome.
NatWest provided a secured loan term of 20 years.
The club now has plans to grow across Wales and has a projected turnover of £2.32 million over five years.
Adrian Swinbourne, spokesperson for Unbound Padel Ltd, said:
“Launching Unbound has been a journey, and NatWest's support has been fundamental to making our vision a reality. We wanted to create a space where everyone feels welcome and able to participate, and this funding has allowed us to build something truly special for South Wales. Our aim is to grow a Welsh brand that champions inclusivity and community, and we're excited for what the future holds.”
Lauren Watson, Relationship Manager at NatWest, said:
“Unbound Padel Ltd's commitment to inclusivity and community is inspiring, and it's been a privilege to support their vision from concept to launch. By providing a secured loan over 20 years and offering tailored support through Tyl, Mentor, and Cushon, NatWest has helped Unbound overcome start-up challenges and deliver a facility that will benefit the area for years to come.”
Alongside financial backing, Unbound has benefited from its partnership with NatWest by implementing Tyl, a card payment technology that enables quick and secure transactions through card terminals. Supported by EPOS (Electronic Point of Sale) systems, this setup makes it easier for customers to pay and helps the business efficiently track sales.
Unbound has also made use of NatWest's Mentor and Cushon products. Mentor provides expert guidance on employment law and HR matters, ensuring the business remains compliant, while Cushon offers pension solutions to help staff save for their future.
