Knaresborough Tennis Club Latest News

Club Development: November 2009

  • We have had to abandon the proposed move to Hay-a-Park because the development was going to cost much more than first anticipated, and much more than we have available.
  • We are now concentrating on a project to make significant improvements to the courts at King James's School, in conjunction with the School.
  • It is proposed that the top level of courts be extended to LTA dimensions for 3 courts, resurfaced and floodlit. If finance is available, the courts would be of artificial grass.
  • The courts would be restricted to tennis use only.
  • The clubhouse would be refurbished.

    Club Development: Finance

    We hope that all individuals and organisations who promised support for Hay-a-Park will transfer their commitment to the School project.In addition, LTA support should be forthcoming for floodlighting. We do still need more funds, so if you know anyone who would like to support us financially, please talk to John Forster or Ian Hargreaves. Gifts or loans will not be made public. Gifts are eligible for Gift Aid, as we are a Community Amateur Sports Club.

    Club Play :

  • All of our Club activities for both adults and juniors takes place at King James's School. The Club has use of all nine courts at all times outside school hours. The Club also has use of the clubhouse, although access may be restricted at times, particularly during the school holidays.
  • The courts and clubhouse are not open to non-members at any time unless taking part in Club activities.

    Club Sessions 2010:

    This summer, Club play will be on Saturdays from 2.00pm and Wednesdays from 6.00pm.

    Winter Club Play 2009-10:

    From Saturday 3 October, Club play will be on Saturdays from 2.00pm and Sundays from 11.00am. Look at Tournaments for monthly Sunday morning social tournaments instead of club play.

    British Tennis Membership LTA News:

    British Tennis Membership is an individual membership scheme for adults and juniors who play or have an interest in British tennis. Members receive individual benefits, including a LTA player rating, and become part of the British tennis family.

  • If you are NOT a member of a club affiliated to the LTA, BTM is chargeable (adults £25, juniors £10, including ballot entry for Wimbledon tickets).
  • If you are a member of a club affiliated to the LTA (as is Knaresborough Tennis Club), then BT Membership is FREE until 2012 at least.
  • To join, visit the LTA website www.lta.org.uk
  • If you are a KTC member, quote club reference YOR048 on your application.

    Wimbledon tickets:

  • If you want to enter the Club ballot for Wimbledon tickets, you MUST be a British Tennis member!

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