The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) and Tennis Foundation have announced that Broomhall Park in Berkshire has been awarded ‘Beacon’ status as part of the AEGON Parks Tennis programme.
The club is one of a number of sites across the country to have achieved the national accolade, which recognises the best community-focussed facilities offering free and affordable tennis as part of the AEGON Parks Tennis programme.
To achieve this status, facilities must also offer access to quality, affordable coaching as well as regular competitions for all ages and abilities.
Simon Grassi, Head Coach at Broomhall Park, said: “It is great for the park to be presented with an award that recognises that the tennis provided is open to everyone in the local community.
“We hope it will increase awareness, and drive participation, which will help us achieve our goal of having a facility which can be enjoyed by many for years to come.
“The online booking system that was implemented last year has been a great success. Anyone can register and then book a court online meaning no more hanging around waiting for a court or turning up when there is an event on.
“Structured sessions were introduced during the weekday mornings. They have been a great success and have helped to increase adult participation and the juniors from the local primary school now also use the courts more frequently