| Club Newsletter - September 2024September 30th, 2024 in Club.
Welcome to our September newsletter! A particular welcome to the 39 new members who joined on or around our recent Open Day. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - August 2024August 28th, 2024 in Club.
Welcome to our August newsletter! ...read more |
| Club Open Day 15th SeptemberAugust 27th, 2024 in Club.
We will be hosting our final Open Day of the year on Sunday 15th September between 11am and 3pm so why not let your friends and family know and come and join in the fun! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - July 2024July 25th, 2024 in Club.
With schools having broken up and the annual holiday season upon us, things are a bit quieter around the club than usual, but there’s still quite a lot going on behind the scenes to tell you about. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - June 2024June 28th, 2024 in Club.
Welcome to our June newsletter ...read more |
| Open Day - 9th June 11am - 3pmMay 30th, 2024 in Club.
We will be hosting our next Open Day on Sunday 9th June between 11am and 3pm so why not let your friends and family know and come and join in the fun! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - May 2024May 29th, 2024 in Club.
Welcome to our May newsletter. Our first Club Open Day of the year is on Sunday 9th June, 11am to 3pm. If you have friends or family who may be interested in joining the club, please encourage them to pop along and have a look around. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - April 2024April 24th, 2024 in Club.
Welcome to our April newsletter. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - March 2024March 28th, 2024 in Club.
Welcome to our March newsletter. How did we get to Easter already? Who’s speeding up the calendar? ...read more |
| Josh Rose Joining the BTF Team!March 28th, 2024 in Club.
We are pleased to announce that our National League Team member Josh Rose will be joining the coaching team in April! Josh will start working with us on Wednesdays and Saturdays. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - February 2024March 7th, 2024 in Club.
Welcome to our February newsletter. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - January 2024January 29th, 2024 in Club.
Welcome to our first monthly newsletter of 2024. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - December 2023December 19th, 2023 in Club.
Our opening hours for the holiday season have been issued. The squash and racketball annual club tournament is ready to go. And the Waitrose car park is gridlocked at most times of the day. Time for a brief reflection on the past 12 months for the club, and a sneak peak into 2024. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - November 2023November 30th, 2023 in Club.
Read on for November's club newsletter.... ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - October 2023October 30th, 2023 in Club.
We have nearly finished our review of the responses to our members’ opinion survey and we aim to report out to you in the next couple of weeks. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - September 2023September 29th, 2023 in Club.
Thank-you for your strong engagement with our first (insofar as we can remember) members’ opinion survey. We had 205 responses with plenty of food for thought in the comments sections. ...read more
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| Club Open Day - Sunday 24th September 11am - 3pmSeptember 14th, 2023 in Club.
We will be hosting our next Open Day on Sunday 24th September between 11am and 3pm so why not let your friends and family know and come and join in the fun! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - August 2023August 16th, 2023 in Club.
You will have seen the opinion survey landing in your email inbox. 10 questions requiring just a few minutes of your time to complete. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - July 2023July 27th, 2023 in Club.
The last few weeks just gone have been pretty hectic for us, and there has also been a major achievement on the tennis front. Read on! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - June 2023June 20th, 2023 in Club.
Summer has truly arrived and the club is at its best, with it’s large terrace and lawn, views of the tennis courts, and open plan lounge and bar. Read on for our June newsletter... ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - May 2023May 25th, 2023 in Club.
Welcome to our May newsletter. ...read more |
| Club Open Day & More - 14th May May 9th, 2023 in Club.
This Sunday 14th May is shaping up to be a very busy day at the Club! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - April 2023April 27th, 2023 in Club.
Welcome to our April Newsletter. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - March 2023March 24th, 2023 in Club.
Welcome to our March newsletter. In keeping with the signs that Spring is arriving, we’ve been busy around the club lately. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - January 2023February 13th, 2023 in Club.
Welcome to our 1st newsletter of 2023. We skipped the January edition while we focused on preparing the briefing papers for the AGM. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - December 2022December 8th, 2022 in Club.
Dear members - welcome to our December newsletter! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - October 2022October 17th, 2022 in Club.
Welcome to the October newsletter! ...read more |
| Club Open Day 25th September 11am - 3pmSeptember 16th, 2022 in Club.
We will be hosting our next Open Day on Sunday 25th September between 11am and 3pm so why not let your friends and family know and come and join in the fun! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter August 2022September 5th, 2022 in Club.
August is always a quiet month in Berkhamsted and at the club, with many of our members on holiday. As we approach September, however, we are gearing up for a busier period, and preparing for our annual end of summer Club Open Day on Sunday 25 September. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - July 2022July 7th, 2022 in Club.
Welcome to our July newsletter! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - June 2022June 20th, 2022 in Club.
Welcome to our June Newsletter! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - April 2022May 3rd, 2022 in Club.
Welcome to our April Newsletter. 125yr celebration, Squash Finals Day, Open Day and more! ...read more |
| Club Open Day 15th MayMay 3rd, 2022 in Club.
We will be hosting our next Open Day on Sunday 15th May between 11am and 3pm so come along or let your friends and family know!
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| Club Newsletter - March 2022March 31st, 2022 in Club.
Welcome to our March Newsletter ...read more |
| Trustees wanted for long established multi-sports charityFebruary 17th, 2022 in Club.
Due to recent and upcoming retirements, Berkhamsted Sports Grounds Charitable Association invites applications to be a Trustee/Director of the charity, whose purpose is to enhance the wellbeing of the residents of Berkhamsted and the local area, through the provision of facilities for sports and recreation. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - February 2022February 14th, 2022 in Club.
Welcome to our February Newsletter! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - December 2021December 21st, 2021 in Club.
Welcome to our December Newsletter, the final edition for 2021 and time for a brief reflection on the past 12 months for the club. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - November 2021November 29th, 2021 in Club.
Welcome to our November Newsletter! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - October 2021November 3rd, 2021 in Club.
Welcome to our October Newsletter! ...read more |
| Notice of SGM: programme of work for tennis courts 7, 8 & 9October 20th, 2021 in Club.
As flagged at this year’s AGM, we are going to hold a Special General Meeting to present the programme of work that we propose for tennis courts 7, 8 and 9. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - September 2021September 30th, 2021 in Club.
Welcome to our September Newsletter! Your monthly edition of club news, a brief, club-wide, and informative snapshot of what is going on at our favourite home-from-home! ...read more |
| Club Open Day Sunday 26th SeptemberSeptember 3rd, 2021 in Club.
Come along or let your friends and family know about our Open Day on 26th September. Lots of free activities and new adult members save £50 joining fee. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - August 2021August 23rd, 2021 in Club.
Many of you have taken a customary August break and, with things a little quieter around the club this month, we decided it was time to have a root through the club archives. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - July 2021July 15th, 2021 in Club.
Thank you for your support during the Euros! With England going beyond initial expectations, we had 6 hugely enjoyable evenings, with everyone doing their best for the bar takings, and the sight of Bobby in his toga for the final will live long in the memory! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - June 2021June 18th, 2021 in Club.
There's a lot going on at the Club right now - and coming up in the next month or two! Our June newsletter is now live... ...read more |
| Open Day - Sunday 6th June 11am - 3pmMay 25th, 2021 in Club.
Come along or let your friends and family know about our upcoming Open Day on 6th June. Free coaching, cardio tennis, rusty rackets, kids games and prizes, squash, fitness classes, Bar & BBQ and more! ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - May 2021 nwMay 12th, 2021 in Club.
Welcome to our May newsletter
Following the Governments confirmation that we can progress to the next level of the lifting of restrictions from Monday, we are able to really get our show back on the road. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - April 2021April 7th, 2021 in Club.
Welcome to our April Newsletter. We are very pleased to be open for both tennis and squash (subject to restrictions)! ...read more |
| Reopening of court booking systemMarch 24th, 2021 in Club.
We are looking forward to reopening for outdoor tennis on Monday 29th March. The LTA guidelines state that we can resume both singles and doubles play, coaching groups, competitions, organised social sessions and box leagues ...read more |
| Grounds Manager Job OpportunityMarch 15th, 2021 in Club.
As a result of retirement of our current Groundsman, we are looking for a part-time grounds manager to continue to maintain our grounds and facilities to the highest possible standards, and generally keeping everything tidy. ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - March 2021March 12th, 2021 in Club.
Welcome to the 2nd edition of our new monthly Newsletter - read on for information on Club re-opening details from 29th March..... ...read more |
| Club Newsletter - February 2021February 24th, 2021 in Club.
This is the first of what will be a monthly email Newsletter. The squash/squash57 section have had one for the past 12 months or so, and we’re now broadening that to all members. We’ll trial it for a few months and see if you like it. ...read more |
| AGM 2021 - Summary video noteFebruary 9th, 2021 in Club.
The 45th AGM was held via Zoom on 8th February and we had a record turnout! A summary video can be found here on the members login area. ...read more |
| 2021 AGMJanuary 25th, 2021 in Club.
All members should have received an email with resigtration details, an agenda and briefing papers for the AGM on Monday 8th February. ...read more |
| Berkhamsted Lawn Tennis & Squash Rackets Club Statement – 9th Jan 2021January 9th, 2021 in Club.
This statement has been issued today by BLT&SRC to correct some potentially misleading information recently issued by BFC. ...read more |
| COVID-19 Update: January 2021 Club ClosureJanuary 4th, 2021 in Club.
After the government's announcement tonight, we have received confirmation that, regrettably, all outdoor tennis courts (as well as all inodor courts) will need to close from midnight tonight (5th January). ...read more |
| BLT&SRC statement in respect of the Bulbourne Cross developmentDecember 31st, 2020 in Club.
Berkhamsted Tennis & Squash Club (BLT&SRC) wants to re-assure members and residents that, despite speculation on social media, there are no plans to develop the club’s site or relocate our facilities. ...read more |
| Tier 4 from 20th DecemberDecember 20th, 2020 in Club.
In line with the latest Government guidance, we are sorry to inform you of more changes to our Club facilities from Sunday 20th December as we enter Tier 4. ...read more |
| COVID-19 Update: Moving into Tier 3December 18th, 2020 in Club.
Unfortunately with Hertfordshire moving to Tier 3 from Saturday 19th December we are revising the playing arrangements again. ...read more |
| COVID-19 Update: Club re-opening on 2nd DecemberNovember 30th, 2020 in Club.
Club facilities will re-open under Tier 2 guidelines from 7am on Wednesday 2nd December. Read on for further details and guidance on play. ...read more |
| Joel Pierleoni wins ITF U18 title!November 16th, 2020 in Club.
Congratulations to Joel Pierleoni won the U18 ITF grade 4 in Cyprus this past week! This is his first title of the year... ...read more |
| Club Closure - 5th NovemberNovember 2nd, 2020 in Club.
In line with the latest Government guidance, we regret to announce that ALL facilities at the club will be closing at 10.00pm on Wednesday 4th November. We hope to be able to welcome you back to the club at the start of December. ...read more |
| COVID-19 Update: Signing in and face coveringsSeptember 28th, 2020 in Club.
Please note that you must sign in and wear a face covering when coming into the Clubhouse. ...read more |
| COVID-19 Update 24th SeptemberSeptember 24th, 2020 in Club.
In light of the most recent government announcement, we are implementing a few changes when in the clubhouse & bar area... ...read more
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| Indoor tennis courts are now available for booking September 16th, 2020 in Club, Tennis.
The indoor tennis courts are now available for members to book on the online booking system. More information and rates can be found on the club website:https://www.bltsrc.co.uk/page/tennis/indoor ...read more |
| Coronavirus Update: Winter weather and the 'rule of six'September 14th, 2020 in Club.
Now with autumn upon us and with new government rules about “groups of six” coming into force, we must make changes to our non-playing arrangements to protect you, the members, and the club. No changes to the playing arrangements (including supervised group sessions) are proposed at this time. ...read more |
| COVID-19 Update AugustAugust 24th, 2020 in Club.
Since lockdown was imposed back in March, the Club Council and our key partners have worked together closely to ensure that the club is strongly placed to bounce back as soon as restrictions are eased. Today we are providing an update about our progress. ...read more |
| The BLT&SRC bar is back from 10th July!July 9th, 2020 in Club.
We look forward to welcoming you back to the BLT&SRC bar as it officially re-opens tomorrow, Friday 10th July from 5pm. ...read more |
| Bar re-opening July 1st, 2020 in Club.
Based on the easing of restrictions over the coming weeks, we are delighted to be able to re-open the club bar and outdoor patio area. ...read more |
| COVID-19 Update 20th JuneJune 21st, 2020 in Club.
Yesterday the Covid-19 alert level was reduced from level 4 to 3 which might be the precursor to further easing of restrictions. We are anticipating some relaxation to allow playing of indoor sports and the re-opening of bars and restaurants. ...read more |
| Updated guidelines on playing tennis at BLTSRCJune 1st, 2020 in Club.
On 31st May, the LTA updated their guidance for tennis venues, tennis players and tennis coaches to take into consideration the easing of restrictions aimed at tackling the risk of Covid-19. ...read more |
| COVID-19 Update: Finding tennis playing partners during lockdownMay 19th, 2020 in Club.
To help our members to arrange games, we have set up a new WhatsApp called BLTSRC Tennis Game Finder. If you want to be included, email manager@bltsrc.co.uk with your name and mobile number. ...read more |
| Video message from Tennis Chair Dave Walden on staying safe at the ClubMay 15th, 2020 in Club.
Message from Tennis Chair Dave Walden on staying safe at the Club ...read more |
| Online booking for outdoor courts now live May 15th, 2020 in Club.
Our online booking system for outdoor courts is now live. Courts MUST be pre-booked before coming to the Club and are available to members only. Unfortunatley no guests (including family) are permitted at this time. ...read more |
| COVID-19 Update: 12th MayMay 12th, 2020 in Club.
The government has issued guidance document to clarify specific details about the changes to rules for exercise in public spaces. Subsequently, the LTA have sought confirmation about how these rules should be applied to tennis in clubs across England. ...read more |
| COVID-19 Update: 10th May Government UpdateMay 11th, 2020 in Club.
The government has indicated that rules about playing outdoor sports are to be relaxed this week, for people living in the same household. The club is waiting for specific details later today. ...read more |
| Covid-19 Update: Planning for life after shutdownMay 5th, 2020 in Club.
More than two weeks have passed since our last e-mail to members, and we are pleased to hear that the experts believe that the peak of the pandemic has passed. Attention is now moving towards finding an appropriate pathway out of lockdown that is both safe and minimises the risk of a second significant peak in cases of Covid-19. ...read more |
| COVID-19 Update: Club Closure - including outdoor tennis courtsMay 3rd, 2020 in Club.
**UPDATE** Club Closure - including outdoor tennis courts ...read more |
| James JensenMarch 26th, 2020 in Club.
James Jensen, a very long standing tennis member whom many of you knew, passed away last week after a long illness. His daughter Claire (who is also a member along with his grandchildren) has written a lovely note to the Club paying tribute to her father and the relationship he enjoyed with the club...
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| COVID-19: Tennis Protocol (21st March 2020)March 22nd, 2020 in Club.
The Department of Culture, Media and Sport has specifically advised that tennis is one of the best examples of social distancing in practice and should be encouraged, provided that players adhere to strict social distancing and hygiene practices ...read more |
| AGM 2020January 13th, 2020 in Club.
The 2020 AGM will be held on Monday 10th February 2017 at 7.30pm. At the meeting, we will be discussing, and voting on, a project in respect to the upgrade and material alterations to tennis courts 7, 8 & 9. ...read more |
| Indoor Tennis Court Block Bookings availableNovember 25th, 2019 in Club.
We have a small number of indoor tennis court block booking sessions available for both members and non-members.... ...read more |
| Rugby World Cup Final at BLTSRC ths SaturdayOctober 30th, 2019 in Club.
Come along to the club this Saturday to watch the Rugby World Cup Final. The bar will be open and Isalie will be providing a Buffet Breakfast. We already have quite a few confirmed so the atmosphere should be great!! ...read more |
| Charity Tennis TournamentSeptember 25th, 2019 in Club.
Sunday 15th September saw the return of the Charity Tennis Tournament organised by club member, Caroline Walker. ...read more |
| Club Open Day - Sunday 22nd SeptemberSeptember 2nd, 2019 in Club.
Spread the word about our Club Open Day on Sunday 22nd September 11am - 3pm. Lots of things to do including free coaching, mini tennis and cardio sessions. £50 joining fee waived for new members. ...read more |
| Impact next week to Club car park, entrance path and squash courts 5 & 6August 12th, 2019 in Club.
Starting at 8am on Monday 19th August, there is building work taking place on 2 of our squash courts (courts 5&6). ...read more |
| Pro Squad @ BLT&SRCJuly 16th, 2019 in Club.
It was a busy day on the squash courts yesterday with Adam and Carts taking a great group for the BEST Academy pro squad training. The group included both including Alison Waters (world ranked 11) and Tom Richards (world ranked 23)!! ...read more |
| Tennis Finals Day & Brazilian BBQ - 22nd JuneJune 4th, 2019 in Club.
The build up for the competition is well underway with some strong entrants battling it out to make the final. Come and watch the finest tennis the Club has to offer and sample our Brazilian BBQ and Caipirinha cocktails at the same time! ...read more |
| Quiz Night - 4th MayApril 29th, 2019 in Club.
We have 5 teams signed up but need a few more so if you are planning on coming please let us know asap by signing up on the Club noticeboard or emailing the office. ...read more |
| Club Open Day - Sunday 19th MayApril 24th, 2019 in Club.
We are holding our first Open Day of the year on Sunday 19th May between 11am and 3pm so please spread the word! Free coaching, court hire, BBQ and bouncy castle are just a few of the things on offer as well as no joining fee! ...read more |
| AGM Summary ReportMarch 5th, 2019 in Club.
The AGM 2019 Summary Report is now available. ...read more |
| AGM 2019January 7th, 2019 in Club.
Our 2019 AGM will be held in the Clubhouse on Monday 4th February at 7.30pm. All members welcome. ...read more |