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Early Membership & Introducer Bonus
Early Membership & Introducer Bonus

New members can join NOW for the remainder of this membership year AND next year, taking you up to end of March 2026!

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Cure Parkinson’s 7s – Monday 26th August 2024

Once again the weather was extremely kind to us and the best part of two hours was spent warming up and playing a delightful 7s tournament in the...

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Summer Tournament Finals Day – Sunday 8th September 2024

Once again the weather was extremely kind to us and the best part of two hours was spent warming up and playing a delightful 7s tournament in the...

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Director of Tennis at CLTC
Director of Tennis at CLTC

Steve Butcher will be taking on this challenging role and I know you will give him every support as we look to re-ignite the coaching regime at CLTC.

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Welcome to our new Membership Secretary
Welcome to our new Membership Secretary

Join us as we enjoy a Caribbean feast on Saturday 29th of June. Find out more details and about other events in the Chorleywood Lawn Tennis Club calendar...

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Summer Tennis Camps for Kids – Village Day Special Offer
Summer Tennis Camps for Kids – Village Day Special Offer

This is a unique opportunity to experience tennis coaching from our experienced team.

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Have you thought about volunteering?
Have you thought about volunteering?

Join us as we enjoy a Caribbean feast on Saturday 29th of June. Find out more details and about other events in the Chorleywood Lawn Tennis Club calendar...

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June Updates
June Updates

Join us as we enjoy a Caribbean feast on Saturday 29th of June. Find out more details and about other events in the Chorleywood Lawn Tennis Club calendar...

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Upcoming Summer Social Events At The Club
Upcoming Summer Social Events At The Club

Join us as we enjoy a Caribbean feast on Saturday 29th of June. Find out more details and about other events in the Chorleywood Lawn Tennis Club calendar...

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Tenathon Charity Day Summary
Tenathon Charity Day Summary

Thirty-six CLTC stalwarts and with their family and friends turned out to support our wonderful coach Roy Richardson play 12 hours of tennis against...

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Xmas Singalong – Friday 16th December
Xmas Singalong – Friday 16th December

Come along to the clubhouse for a performance by the musicians of our club – and sing along to well known songs! 7:30 pm onwards on Friday 16th...

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Quiz Night – Saturday December 3rd
Quiz Night – Saturday December 3rd

Join us for a quiz night with prizes for the winning table with questions your team can really answer Start time 7.30pm Entry £5 per person Tables for up to...

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Halloween Spooktacular – October 29th
Halloween Spooktacular – October 29th

🎃👻We’re hosting a Halloween Spooktacular on Saturday 29th October. The session is one hour and your child is invited to take part in lots of ghoulish games...

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Board Game Night (for Adults) – 29th October
Board Game Night (for Adults) – 29th October

An evening of Board Games! SATURDAY OCTOBER 29th at 7.30pm Come along in groups or singles BUT Be prepared to swap partners LOTS OF FUN TO BE HAD BY ALL!!...

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Sevens Tournament – October 21st
Sevens Tournament – October 21st

The next Sevens tournament will be on Friday 21st October. If you’ve done a Sevens before, you will know it is a really fun evening; if not, this is your...

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Adult Summer Tournament 2022 – Results
Adult Summer Tournament 2022 – Results

Adult Summer Tournament 2021 – Results

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Summer Tournament Finals 2022
Summer Tournament Finals 2022

The highlight of the Chorleywood Tennis Club year – The Summer Tournament finals day – Is taking place on Sunday, September 11th! Please make...

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Family Fun Day and Mini/Junior Finals day
Family Fun Day and Mini/Junior Finals day

The Family Fun Day scheduled for Sunday 25th September will be a combination of both Mini and Junior Tournament Finals Day -FOLLOWED BY- Family Knockout...

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Holiday Camps at Chorleywood Tennis Club
Holiday Camps at Chorleywood Tennis Club

Recommended for ages 4 to 13. Chorleywood Tennis Club will be providing high quality coaching during the school holidays…

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Revised club provision of balls (February 2022)
Revised club provision of balls (February 2022)

Please note that the CLTC allocation of tennis balls has been updated this month…

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New tea rota for January
New tea rota for January

With regard to Saturday afternoon teas, the time has come to revert to a full rota of club members for the long-held club tradition of having an afternoon...

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Announcing the return of the Invincibles in 2022
Announcing the return of the Invincibles in 2022

SUNDAY 2nd JANUARY AT 1.30pm – Come and join in the fun! A mixed doubles tournament for all adults of all ages and levels of play At the end of each...

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PLEASE READ AND ADHERE TO THIS NOTICE
PLEASE READ AND ADHERE TO THIS NOTICE

Please be aware that due to the Omicron variant, the rate of infection and hospitalisation has risen significantly in our area…

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Games Table
Games Table

We’ve managed to secure a multi games table for the club house…

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A Special Visitor…
A Special Visitor…

On 6th December the club welcomed a very special visitor…

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Black Friday Membership Offer
Black Friday Membership Offer

Please follow the link below to see the fantastic Black Friday ACE offer from Chorleywood Lawn Tennis Club…

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IMPORTANT: 2021 Club AGM – Wednesday 24th November
IMPORTANT: 2021 Club AGM – Wednesday 24th November

Please be aware that at our last Committee Meeting in October, I suggested we establish a working group to look at our green credentials, or lack of them...

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Our Carbon Footprint
Our Carbon Footprint

Please be aware that at our last Committee Meeting in October, I suggested we establish a working group to look at our green credentials, or lack of them...

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COVID Procedures Message
COVID Procedures Message

As a club we have a vicarious responsibility to ensure that all our members are adhering to current guidelines to ensure the optimum health and safety of...

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How did our Family Fun Day go?
How did our Family Fun Day go?

On a delightfully sunny Sunday in late September, what better way to spend it than with your family & friends messing around on a tennis court, eating...

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Mini & Junior Summer Tournament 2021 – Results
Mini & Junior Summer Tournament 2021 – Results

Mini & Junior Summer Tournament 2021 – Results

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Adult Summer Tournament 2021 – Results
Adult Summer Tournament 2021 – Results

Adult Summer Tournament 2021 – Results

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TenniStretch – New class
TenniStretch – New class

Introducing a new class based on Pilates movements…

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Finals Day Schedule – Sunday 12th September
Finals Day Schedule – Sunday 12th September

Please do come and support your fellow Club Members as they battle it out to go on the Honours Board. Several mini & junior finals will also take...

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Summer Tournament and Family Fun Day
Summer Tournament and Family Fun Day

Firstly, a reminder about the Club’s Summer Tournament Finals Day which is on Sunday 12th September…

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LED Floodlights Upgrade
LED Floodlights Upgrade

You will all be aware that the Club has been investigating a move from the existing inefficient Halogen court floodlights to LED court floodlights for over...

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Lost Property
Lost Property

The lost property box located on the right as you enter the clubhouse is full and will be emptied on Friday 6th August. Any contents remaining will be...

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COVID Health & Safety in the Heat
COVID Health & Safety in the Heat

Lovely to get out and knock a ball around in the warm with minimal cold weather aches & pains however it’s clearly very important to keep rehydrated in...

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2021 Summer Tournament – Minis & Juniors
2021 Summer Tournament – Minis & Juniors

We’d like to hold a Summer tournament for our Minis and Juniors so that they can too enjoy the fun that comes with some healthy competition across the...

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CLTC Updated Safeguarding Measures
CLTC Updated Safeguarding Measures

We have recently updated our health, safety and safeguarding policies which will be live on the website by the end of the week…

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Our popular pods are back!
Our popular pods are back!

A revised members contact list dated May 21st has been posted on the notice board in the clubhouse…

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Revised Members List & New Event
Revised Members List & New Event

A revised members contact list dated May 21st has been posted on the notice board in the clubhouse…

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New Adult Coaching Courses
New Adult Coaching Courses

We are running a new 6-week adult course aimed at new starters to the game or players that have not played for a few years…

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Half Term Junior Pods Are Back!
Half Term Junior Pods Are Back!

Our popular pods are back and available for booking. Tues 1st June – Friday 4th June…

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Clubhouse & Kitchen Re-opening
Clubhouse & Kitchen Re-opening

It is clear from the Government Roadmap that hospitality venues can open for indoor use from Monday 17th May…

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2021 Summer Tournament
2021 Summer Tournament

You are invited to take part in the Club’s Summer Tournament, a great opportunity to play against players of different levels and win a trophy…

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Draw for 444 winners announced
Draw for 444 winners announced

The Draw for 444 for those that paid the full membership fee was held on a beautiful sunny Saturday afternoon at the Club; tea, cake, beer and wine...

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Draw for 444 – 4pm Saturday 1st May
Draw for 444 – 4pm Saturday 1st May

As the Kitchen and Bar re-opens, we will hold the Draw for 444 on Saturday 1st May at 4pm…

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Hi all, we’re back!
Hi all, we’re back!

Although outdoor hospitality re-opened in England on Monday 12th April, the Club remains cautious in re-opening our kitchen and bar as we do not have...

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Men’s Tennis Coaching and Singles Ladder
Men’s Tennis Coaching and Singles Ladder

Calling all Chorleywood club men’s tennis players! We are starting to get back to normality at the club, at least for playing on the courts, if not the club...

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CLTC Safeguarding of Children
CLTC Safeguarding of Children

We are delighted to welcome children of all ages to the club, and hope that they have a most enjoyable time playing tennis and developing their...

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Just the Weekend to go
Just the Weekend to go

Hi everyone, just the weekend to go before we’re back on court…

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One Week to Go!
One Week to Go!

To help you make the most of the last week before we’re back, we have compiled a few useful links…

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Looking forward to March 29th
Looking forward to March 29th

Firstly, I hope you’re all well and looking forward to getting back on court w/c 29 March, only a couple of weeks away…

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Members Offer for Speedy Stringers
Members Offer for Speedy Stringers

Speedy Stringers(Simon Bowler) would like to offer 10% off all restringing up to the 29th March ‘21…

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Junior Tennis Camp this Easter
Junior Tennis Camp this Easter

Over the holidays we are offering a new junior coaching experience by one of our expert instructors in a COVID Safe environment…

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Outdoor Tennis Resumes from 29th March
Outdoor Tennis Resumes from 29th March

UPDATE: Resumption of outdoor tennis activity from 29 March. Government Roadmap for easing of lockdown restrictions…

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A Message to All Members
A Message to All Members

Watch a very short 1min 30second video by our Chairman, Chris Van Dyk on all the latest Chorleywood Lawn Tennis Club news…

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Meet Dan,  our new Secretary  of Junior Tennis
Meet Dan, our new Secretary of Junior Tennis

I would like to introduce myself: Dan Tarak, the new Junior Secretary at Chorleywood Lawn Tennis Club, with responsibility for Mini & Junior...

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Committee: Secretary role
Committee: Secretary role

We are now looking for keen individuals to help shape the future of the Club in the important role of Secretary. This brief summary gives a rough outline of...

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Zoom Quiz
Zoom Quiz

I am planning to hold a Zoom Quiz for all those interested on Friday 29th January at 8pm…

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January 2021 Lockdown
January 2021 Lockdown

Some of you will have seen a petition that’s going round that aims to persuade the Government that outdoor tennis is indeed a ‘safe’ sport and outdoor...

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Closure of the Tennis Club
Closure of the Tennis Club

The new national restrictions for England announced last night clearly mean that the Club has to close once again…

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Chairman’s Message – Tier 4
Chairman’s Message – Tier 4

Following the Government announcement on 19th December, the Club remains open for:  1) Doubles play with others from your household or support bubble. 2)...

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Chairman’s Christmas Message
Chairman’s Christmas Message

We are pleased to send you good wishes for the Christmas season by this video made by our very own Chairman, Chris Van Dyk. All we can say is it’s...

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Forehand Grip
Forehand Grip

This is the most simple, natural and reliable grip and the one most beginners should adopt…

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Club re-opens Wednesday 2nd December
Club re-opens Wednesday 2nd December

A quick note to update you with plans for next week following guidance from the LTA and confirmation that Three Rivers will be in Tier 2…

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Remembering Pet Paulwell
Remembering Pet Paulwell

I think most of you are aware that the lovely Pet Paulwell very sadly passed away last month. She touched everyone and April had the lovely idea of making a...

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Closure of the Tennis Club
Closure of the Tennis Club

The new national restrictions for England to be implemented from Thursday 5 November – Wednesday 2 December, were approved unamended in Parliament at...

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How You Can Help!
How You Can Help!

The Government will be debating the new restrictions in Parliament this week, so if you wish to contribute your voice to this argument then I would urge you...

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New Tennis Club QR Code
New Tennis Club QR Code

The Tennis Club now has its own QR code. If you have a smartphone with the NHS Covid-19 Test and Trace app., open the app., select ‘Venue check-in’ and scan...

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Better Return Serve
Better Return Serve

The tennis return of serve is the second most important shot in tennis after the serve itself, however many tennis players think the return of serve is...

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Revised Club Rules
Revised Club Rules

As per Lynda’s email yesterday, the form for nomination for the 2021 Committee has been posted on the noticeboard in the clubhouse…

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CLTC Track and Trace – Procedures You Must Follow
CLTC Track and Trace – Procedures You Must Follow

To ensure that we are doing everything possible to make the tennis club a Covid secure venue, we have been asking people who visit the club for any reason...

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2020 AGM – Timetable & Arrangements
2020 AGM – Timetable & Arrangements

Please be aware that the 2020 AGM will take place on Wednesday 18th November at 8pm. Clearly we cannot hold it in the clubhouse as normal and although...

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A Few Cases of Babolot Balls
A Few Cases of Babolot Balls

Chorleywood Lawn Tennis Club endeavour to make your experience playing tennis at your club the best possible. To that end we have been listening to your...

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The Club’s New Anthem
The Club’s New Anthem

Hi everyone, please listen to the Club’s anthem for October and beyond…

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Better Slice Technique
Better Slice Technique

When hitting a higher ball, the high to low swing is the best options for generating a deadly slice backhand…

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Please Turn Off the Changing Room Lights
Please Turn Off the Changing Room Lights

Please make sure that the lights in the mens and ladies changing rooms are switched off each time you exit the changing room…

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Balance During Serving
Balance During Serving

Today I’m going to reveal to you one of the master keys to successful serving. This is a concept, which in my opinion, doesn’t get talked about...

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New Advice & Guidance
New Advice & Guidance

We have received advice & guidance from TRDC regarding Obligations of Hospitality Undertakings…

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Backhand Volley
Backhand Volley

Get to the net and put those volleys away. Master the basic backhand volley technique or brush up on the key points with our guide to the backhand...

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Interview With Gemma Sgariglia
Interview With Gemma Sgariglia

I have played on the British tour until recently and compete annually in Italy. I have coached at a school coaching aspiring professionals who were ...

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Update After Recent Government Announcements
Update After Recent Government Announcements

Following the government announcements on Tuesday, please be aware that we will be closing the bar at 10pm from Thursday 24/9. This will usually only affect...

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Update on the Rule of 6 Law
Update on the Rule of 6 Law

The LTA have now updated their guidance given the Government announcement regarding the incoming ‘Rule of 6’ which comes into effect on Monday 14th...

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Starting Adult Group Coaching Courses Again
Starting Adult Group Coaching Courses Again

From next week we will be starting various adult group coaching courses which are bookable online via the website. We are also running 2 Cardio Tennis...

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Covid-19 – A Reminder
Covid-19 – A Reminder

It may seem a statement of the obvious, but Covid-19 is very much still with us and is likely to be so for some considerable time. We are extremely...

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A Few Notifications
A Few Notifications

An updated Members Contact Sheet as of today is now pinned up on the Clubhouse notice board to enable you to contact members if you wish to organise a game...

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A Few Things To Remember
A Few Things To Remember

The hot weather is proving surprisingly popular with members making very good use of the courts. That brings with it the need for a few reminders…

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Book a Court Guide and FAQ
Book a Court Guide and FAQ

Over the last few weeks we have successfully piloted a new tennis court booking system which allows us to book courts online or to check court availability...

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The Lob Shot Challenge
The Lob Shot Challenge

Since the lob technique is not a power shot in tennis is often gets overlooked and therefore under practised. But it is still a very important technique...

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Help Us Support NHS Test & Trace
Help Us Support NHS Test & Trace

The LTA Guidance for Venues was updated on 13th July; the significant addition that affects us is as follows…

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It’s the Weekend and It’s Sunshine All the Way!
It’s the Weekend and It’s Sunshine All the Way!

It’s the Weekend and It’s Sunshine All the Way! See what we have in store to make the most of this heat…

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Drop Shot Challenge
Drop Shot Challenge

Many people hit this shot and their racquet finishes down at their knees. I’m here to tell you that you want your racquet to finish up high, almost by...

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Crossover Footwork
Crossover Footwork

This video shows how you can improve your footwork with a very simple technique that can be done in any garden or small open area…

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Welcome Back – Double Header
Welcome Back – Double Header

Hi everyone – a date for your diary: Saturday 4th July; a real DOUBLE HEADER! Firstly, afternoon Tea & Cake will be back on around 4pm, Secondly...

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Court Maintenance
Court Maintenance

Please note that contracted maintenance on courts 1, 2 & 3 will take place on Friday 3rd July between 08:00 & 14:00…

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Racket Face Challenges
Racket Face Challenges

While stuck at home try and keep your skills in shape with these 3 simple challenges. Your racquet controls the ball, right? so wouldn’t it be nice to...

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Serve: Serve & Volley
Serve: Serve & Volley

Part three of three. In this series we learn how to start a game of tennis. Following on from previous lessons on how to serve and what to do following the...

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Re-Attach The Gate Lock
Re-Attach The Gate Lock

It seems some people are not securing the combination gate lock to the gates when opening up. This is clearly stated in the Playing Guidelines on the...

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