The Shed Chidham

The Shed isn’t just a padel club – it’s a new community hub, rooted in the stunning landscape of Chidham and built on the values of friendship, wellbeing, and rural pride.

The Shed Collective has two sites, one in Chidham and the other in Funtington.

The Shed began with a simple chat between two locals who saw the countryside a little differently.

Jack, a lifelong Chidham resident and farmer, has deep roots in the land his family has cared for over generations. Practical and grounded, he’s also ambitious about the future of rural life. Where others might see an old farm building, Jack saw character, history, and the chance to create something new for the community he loves.

Joe, an entrepreneur with a background in Quantity Surveying and owner of his own gym, brought the spark. A fitness enthusiast with a restless drive, Joe thrives on turning bold ideas into reality. When he first stepped into Jack’s building, he didn’t just see a shed — he saw a stage for something fresh, fast-paced, and full of energy.
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Together, they found the perfect match in padel — a sport that’s competitive yet social, active yet welcoming. With Jack’s roots and Joe’s vision, The Shed grew from a conversation into a club that’s about far more than just padel. It’s about connection, wellbeing, and celebrating the best of countryside life.