Your Guide to Covered Sports Facilities
Whether you’re exploring options for the first time or comparing specific solutions, our free guides give you the independent insight you need to make confident decisions about covering your sports facility.
The Complete Guide to Sports Facility Coverings in the UK
Everything you need to know in one place – structure types, costs, planning permission, sport-specific considerations, maintenance, and a clear decision-making framework.
Read the full guideGetting Started
How Much Does an Air Dome Cost?
Capital costs, running costs, financing options, and return-on-investment modelling to help you build a realistic budget.
Read guideAir Domes vs Traditional Buildings
A fair comparison on cost, construction speed, flexibility, energy performance, and planning – so you can decide which approach suits you.
Read guideSeasonal vs Permanent Air Domes
The key differences between seasonal and permanent air domes explained, with a clear framework to help you choose the right option.
Read guideBy Sport
A Tennis Club’s Guide to Covering Courts
LTA requirements, seasonal versus permanent options, the financial case for investment, and what to expect from the process.
Read guideCovering Football Training Grounds
Pitch sizes, 3G surface compatibility, professional and grassroots considerations, and Football Foundation requirements.
Read guidePlanning a Covered Padel Facility
Compound curve structures, court cluster configurations, height requirements, and how to capitalise on the UK padel boom.
Read guideCovered Sports Facilities for Schools
Multi-sport flexibility, safeguarding considerations, community use potential, and funding routes for educational settings.
Read guideTechnical & Planning
Planning Permission for Sports Domes in the UK
GPDO 2015, pre-application advice, Sport England consultation, common objections, and how to navigate the planning process.
Read guideAir Dome Maintenance: What to Expect
Cleaning, servicing, seasonal operations, and lifecycle planning – everything you need to keep your dome performing at its best.
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