Club News & Events

Read our latest squash & squash57 update here....     ...read more

Welcome to our April Newsletter. We are very pleased to be open for both tennis and squash (subject to restrictions)!     ...read more

We are looking forward to reopening for outdoor tennis on Monday 29^th 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

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

Welcome to the 2nd edition of our new monthly Newsletter - read on for information on Club re-opening details from 29th March.....     ...read more

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

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

An interesting read from the ITF website - an interview with Paralympian, Martin McElhatton, attributing his first foray into tennis at BLT&SRC as the beginning of wheelchair tennis in Great Britain.     ...read more

 Happy New Year everyone! Here’s our first monthly Newsletter for 2021.     ...read more

All members should have received an email with resigtration details, an agenda and briefing papers for the AGM on Monday 8th February.     ...read more

This statement has been issued today by BLT&SRC to correct some potentially misleading information recently issued by BFC.     ...read more

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

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

Here’s our final monthly Newsletter for 2020.  It’s been a year we will all want to forget about in many ways, but I suspect we will always remember it.     ...read more

In line with the latest Government guidance, we are sorry to inform you of more changes to our Club facilities from Sunday 20^th December as we enter Tier 4.      ...read more

Unfortunately with Hertfordshire moving to Tier 3 from Saturday 19^th December we are revising the playing arrangements again.     ...read more

Junior squash sessions will start again from this Thursday 10th December. - including Saturday sessions. Click here for more details....     ...read more

Club facilities will re-open under Tier 2 guidelines from 7am on Wednesday 2^nd December. Read on for further details and guidance on play.     ...read more

Here’s our penultimate monthly Newsletter of this very strange year. Hope you’re all bearing up and not going too stir crazy in this 2nd lockdown.     ...read more

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

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

Please note that you must sign in and wear a face covering when coming into the Clubhouse.      ...read more

In light of the most recent government announcement, we are implementing a few changes when in the clubhouse & bar area...     ...read more

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

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

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

Hello everybody, we’re bringing you an early edition of the September Newsletter as there was an important ‘breaking news’ announcement from England Squash on Thursday evening that is great news for all of us (see their email below)!     ...read more

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

 We re-opened the squash courts last Saturday and the new operating measures seem to be running smoothly.  Thank you for complying with everything we asked of you.     ...read more

As you will know, the government has announced that indoor sports may re-start next weekend, subject to adherence to Covid-secure policies.       ...read more

We look forward to welcoming you back to the BLT&SRC bar as it officially re-opens tomorrow, Friday 10^th July from 5pm.     ...read more

An interesting article from World Squash     ...read more

Junior night is restarting this Friday evening, 3^rd July, between 6.30pm and 8.00pm. Initially this will be restricted to 15 juniors only and you MUST book to secure a place. Members only.     ...read more

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

Unfortunately, as you will know, indoor sport was not included among the businesses and activities that are able to re-start on 4th July.     ...read more

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

We have decided that it is now appropriate to bring back the ever-popular Tuesday Evening Club Night, albeit on a much more limited, formal and organised basis than usual………...starting on 16^th June.     ...read more

On 31^st 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

Hello everybody. We hope you and your families are getting through things ok, however the current circumstances are affecting you.

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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

Message from Tennis Chair Dave Walden on staying safe at the Club     ...read more

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

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

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

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

**UPDATE** Club Closure - including outdoor tennis courts     ...read more

Hello everybody.  We hope you’re bearing up as well as can be expected in these difficult times, unprecedented for all of us.

We thought we’d keep the monthly Newsletter going, to help in a small way to keep everyone connected to their favourite sport and their local club.     ...read more

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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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

It’s that time again, it’s your monthly Newsletter for March.

As usual we start with a call for anyone who uses Twitter to follow us at https:/www.twitter.com/BerkoSquashRbll (and turn on notifications).  We’ve grown to 87 followers and should pass 100 soon.     ...read more

Read our latest junior squash newsletter with info on this half terms playing arrangements, upcoming events, kit and new sessions!     ...read more

Dear Squash and Squash57 members - here’s what you’ve all been waiting for:  it’s your monthly Newsletter for February!     ...read more

Our 2020 junior school holiday courses are now available to book - starting at Easter. Click on the link below for dates, further information and booking details.     ...read more

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

Attention Tennis Members! A reminder to those tennis members who have yet to opt-in for the Wimbledon Draw, the deadline is not far off now!     ...read more

Dear squash, squash57 and social members. Happy New Year everybody!  Here’s this month’s Newsletter.     ...read more

For more regular, bite-sized info follow us at https://www.twitter.com/BerkoSquashRbll - we tweet most days and our Friday 'Did You Know' series is rapidly becoming a social media sensation following last week’s post of coach Paul Carter in his shorter than short squash shorts when he won the British National Championships in 1988...     ...read more

 I hope this finds everyone well.  Just a little reminder of all the sessions we currently have down at the club (please see timetable below).  Obviously, we are half way through the term but if you haven’t managed to make it down yet, there is still time and you can just pay on the day.     ...read more

We have a small number of indoor tennis court block booking sessions available for both members and non-members....     ...read more

Here’s November's Newsletter.  Don’t forget, for more regular, bite-sized information, you can follow us on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/BerkoSquashRbll We’ve got 49 avid followers so far - we post a tweet most days!     ...read more

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

Ladies tennis team are runners up at the County Harris Cup event     ...read more

Well done Ali Coker!  Newly crowned county Over 35 champion after winning his age group at this weekend’s Herts County Champs at Radlett.     ...read more

Here’s this month’s Newsletter.  For more regular, bite-sized information, you can follow us on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/BerkoSquashRbll     ...read more

The next graded round robin event for both squash and racketball is scheduled for this Friday October 4^th. As before, there will be a simple buffet included.     ...read more

Sunday 15th September saw the return of the Charity Tennis Tournament organised by club member, Caroline Walker.     ...read more

The rhythm of this Newsletter seems to be once a month, and we will aim to continue in that vein.For those of you who would like a more regular update with short snippets of information, we went live on Twitter at the start of the month and we will be posting tweets most days at Twitter.com/BerkoSquashRbll     ...read more

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

An update on the court improvement projects and the club kit that we mentioned in last month’s Newsletter, a heads-up about some upcoming events, plus a few other things....     ...read more

Caroline Walker, a longstanding club member, has been running fun charity tennis tournaments, in aid of the Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund over the last few years, raising a fantastic £5,375 in all.     ...read more

Starting at 8am on Monday 19th August, there is building work taking place on 2 of our squash courts (courts 5&6).     ...read more

 Hi all.  It’s only been a week since our July newsletter but we know how much you treasure these messages, so here’s our August edition.

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Get up to date on all things Squash & Racketball including court improvments and maintenance closures in the lastest newsletter....     ...read more

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

Adam and his team will be running some junior squash camps this summer holiday.      ...read more

It's approaching that time of year when the kids need to be kept busy! Our tennis summer camps are running every week over the holidays.     ...read more

What a fantastic time had by all at the Tennis Finals Day 2019 on June 22nd. Well done to all the participants and especially the winners.     ...read more

The 3rd annual John Cheshire squash doubles event was held on Friday 14th June, comprising 5 pairs randomly drawn out of the hat - producing some very evenly balanced and highly entertaining games.     ...read more

The event will take place on the evening of Friday June 14^th.  We will start at 6:15 and matches should be finished around 8:00 / 8:30 to allow for socialising in the bar afterwards.     ...read more

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

Congratulations to Ali Coker!      ...read more

The draws are now live for this year's club closed tennis tournament. Click here for live updates on draws. You will need to be logged in to view.     ...read more

Thank you all for a great turnout on Saturday for the 2019 Squash and Squash57 Finals Day; the culmination of the knockout events that we have been waging for the past couple of months, with pretty much every member participating!       ...read more

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

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

Junior Club night starts up again on Friday 26th April from 6-8pm.     ...read more

Exciting update on our coaching activities for this coming term and information on the Junior Club Championships.     ...read more

The annual Berkhamsted Mini Tennis Club Championships will run on Sunday 12^th May this year. There will be three events in total. Red (8&under), Orange (9&under) and Green (10&under). These competitions are for members of BLT&SRC only.      ...read more

This coming Saturday afternoon is Finals Day for the annual Squash and Squash57 club tournaments. We hope to see lots of people there giving noisy support to the finalists and we will once again have the Speed Gun Challenge for anyone to have a go!     ...read more

 The AGM 2019 Summary Report is now available.     ...read more

The number of members opted in to-date is far short of the number that have done so over the last few years. Please opt-in! This will ensure that the club gets a good allocation of tickets AND that you will be eligible to enter the club ballot.     ...read more

Our 2019 AGM will be held in the Clubhouse on Monday 4th February at 7.30pm. All members welcome.     ...read more

Burns Night is back! After the glowing success of last years event, Burns Night will be held at the club on Saturday 26^th January – spaces are limited and the tables will sell out, so confirm your place now!     ...read more

The next graded round robin event for both squash and racketball is scheduled for January 11^th, and we are looking for a large entry.     ...read more

We have recently updated our Safeguarding information which covers our Safeguarding, Whistleblowing and Anti-bullying policies here at the Club. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.      ...read more

We are proud to announce that BLTSRC has been selected by England squash to become a National Performance hub.  We will become the focus for all the South of England’s best squash talent.      ...read more

We are now running a doubles tennis league. Sign up by Oct 30th if you want to be included in the next round. Contact Michael Beavis at: michael.beavis@virgin.net     ...read more

BLT&SRC are very proud to be supporting our own Joel Pierlioni in the Junior Davis Cup. Follow progress here....     ...read more

This Sunday, 30th September between 11am and 3pm we will be holding our final Open Day of 2018.  We have lots of free activities on offer including coaching, cardio tennis, mini tennis, family time and free play.      ...read more

12 hour charity tennis tournament - players needed!     ...read more

With the start of the new season fast approaching, we thought it would be a good time to update you on all the developments and news from the Squash and Squash ’57 section.  Please do take a moment to read through our newsletter to see what’s going on at your club.     ...read more

The club will be hosting the third annual fun charity tennis tournament, in aid of the Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund.  This will be on Sunday 23rd September from 2pm, organised by Caroline Walker, a longstanding club member.     ...read more

Congratulations to junior squash member Zan who is this year's winner of The Ryder Cup!     ...read more

It's with great sadness that I write to members to inform them of the passing of David Williamson.     ...read more

We will be running junior squash camps this summer holidays.....     ...read more

The club held their finals day on another gloriously sunny day and the standard of tennis was even better than ever.     ...read more

The updated draws for the 2018 BLTSRC Closed Tournament have been published on the website here  and displayed in the corridor.     ...read more

After 3 months of intense competition, Saturday saw the climax of the Squash and Squash 57 tournaments with 10 finals played. Read on for full results and report...     ...read more

It's that time of year again when we can start getting excited about Wimbledon! The date has been set for this year's draw at the Club which will be held on Wednesday 25th April at 8pm. The bar will of course be open and there will be Prosecco, Pimms and complimentary canapes.     ...read more

BLT&SRC will be running some junior squash camps over the Easter holidays.     ...read more

It's that time of year again! Sign-ups are open for the 2018 BLTSRC Annual Closed Tournament. This year we will be operating a hybrid online/offline system, this means that there are 2 ways to sign up. You can either sign up using these sheets or by emailing BLTSRCTennisTournament@gmail.com. Please only sign up for each tournament once.     ...read more

We are running the annual Berkhamsted Mini Tennis Club Championships on Saturday 12^th May 2018 which is also the Great British Tennis Weekend.      ...read more

The Berkhamsted Elite Tennis Academy (BETA) will be turning 10 years old on April 8^th 2018! In 2008, BETA first launched with just 4 players. Ten years later the academy has over 40 players and has seen some incredible success.      ...read more

We are inviting any and all potential female players who may be interested in trying or playing squash, whether a complete beginner or not; all abilities welcome.      ...read more

Thank you to everyone who came along to the 42nd AGM on Monday 5th February. The Chairman's Report and Meeting Summary notes are now available on the link below and full minutes will follow in due course.     ...read more

Thank you to all who came along to the Consultation meeting on Wednesday to discuss the Club's plans for capital expenditure in 2018. A summary document is now available to view.     ...read more

Since publishing the draws on Monday, I hope you have already scheduled your first game(s) – due dates come round extremely quickly!     ...read more

For the month of January we are offering the opportunity for those who haven’t tried tennis or squash/racketball to have a go, as well as great deals on membership for family and friends of existing members!     ...read more

The Playing Arrangements Board, on the clubhouse wall facing courts 7-9, has recently been updated by the tennis committee, and we request that all members familiarise themselves with the content, with changes taking immediate effect.      ...read more

The Tennis Committee recently reviewed and agreed the rates for playing in the ITC next winter, commencing 1st October 2018, and also confirmed that the procedures for Block Bookings would be the same as last year and bids will be taken from 1 February.     ...read more

After the glowing success of last year's event, Burns Night will be held at the club on 27th January – spaces are limited and the tables will sell out, so confirm your place now!      ...read more

Graded Round Robin Competition - Friday 12th January from 6.45pm. Following the success of the event last January, we are repeating the graded round robin event for both squash and racketball.     ...read more

The Squash committee recently decided to change the Club Nights from Wednesdays to Sunday afternoons, starting from 7th January.     ...read more

There's something for both adults and children at this year's members' Christmas party on Sunday 17th December from 3 - 5pm.     ...read more

The club is very pleased to report that Martin Fifield is now stable at Harefield Hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest at the club last Friday evening.     ...read more

Dear Members
Two dates for your 2018 diary.....     ...read more

Tennis members.....The LTA Opt-In deadline for the 2018 ballot is this Friday 23rd.     ...read more

Its that time of year again where we are fast approaching the Annual Dinner & Disco, this is our main event of the year and the tickets sell out fast, so confirm your places NOW!     ...read more

Just a quick update on our superstars of tomorrow. Several of the clubs squash juniors travelled to Manchester last weekend to play in the British Junior Championship along with Adam, also taking the trip up to oversee the Berko players as well as being there on national duties.  There were plenty of good performances with some fantastic results to go with it.     ...read more

Congratulation to Berkhamsted's young squash star Katie Malliff who next week will make her debut in the Premier Squash League playing for Coolhurst at the age of just 14!     ...read more

The Squash committee recently decided to change the Club Nights from Fridays to Wednesdays, starting from 4th October!!     ...read more

Sunday 24th September is our last Club Open Day of the year. There are lots of offers and activities going on during the day.     ...read more

Fun charity tournament in aid of Prostate Cancer.     ...read more

Graded Round Robin Competition Friday 22^nd September from  6.45pm.  We are repeating the start-of-season graded round robin event for both squash and racketball. As before, there will be food included ..........     ...read more

The BLTSRC Casino Night is fast approaching, test your skills on the Black Jack, Poker or Roulette Tables, all set up and managed by real life Casino Operators!     ...read more

Please see the below link to book tickets for an upcoming film launch in Berkhamsted called Harry's Heart. http://www.berkhamstedbookings.co.uk     ...read more

Joel Pierleoni competed last week in the U14 European Championships in Most, Czech Republic. Joel and his doubles partner Jack Pinnington Jones won the doubles title to become the first British pair to do so in 22 years!     ...read more

Come along to the Wimbledon Men's Final BBQ this Sunday. Celebrate the Wimbledon Final with a Pimms and a BBQ!     ...read more

Summer Friday Evening Social Tennis is on again soon. Every Friday from 21st July to 25 August fom 6pm.     ...read more

What a fabulous finals day and evening! Well done Tyrell and Nicky and all the other winners. Here are the results and some photos are available here courtesy of Paul Gardner.     ...read more

Encouraging ALL Members - The Summer Garden Party is on this weekend! If you are planning on coming then we need know today!     ...read more

Here are the updated draws for the 2017 tournament:     ...read more

There was a great turn out on Saturday for the Squash Doubles Tournament to celebrate the life of John Cheshire A total of £604.60 was raised for the Hospice of St Francis in the process....Thank you everyone.     ...read more

We are pleased to announce that the newly resurfaced ITC courts will be playable from tomorrow, Sunday 28th May!     ...read more

Berkhamsted Prestige Tennis Academy is running a Talent Identification day at Berkhamsted Lawn Tennis Club on Saturday 17^th June 3pm. We will be on the lookout for children aged 5-7 years from September 1^st 2017, who show the right attributes to be Stars of the Future!     ...read more

As well as the club open day, Sunday 14^th May was also the annual BLT&SRC Mini Tennis Championships. This was the fourth year of this event which has been getting bigger by the year.     ...read more

As well as the club open day Sunday 14th May was also the annual BLT&SRC Mini Tennis Championships. This was the fourth year of this event which has been getting bigger by the year.
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We are running the annual Berkhamsted Mini Tennis Club Championships on Sunday 14^th May. This is also the club open day so will be lots going on including a bouncy castle, BBQ and lots more.     ...read more

it was a very successful Easter for the Berkhamsted Prestige Tennis Academy Red Players with TWO competition winners.  Well done Lucas Dale and Archie Seddon!     ...read more

Sunday 14th May is Club Open Day, incorporating The Great British Tennis Weekend. There will be lots going on for Club members and potential members alike including the following activities...     ...read more

Get the summer started and come along to the Spring Party. Squash Finals Day is on during the day and will be capped off with a party in the evening. So whether you play Tennis, Squash, Squash 57 or are a Social Member come along and get the Party started!!!     ...read more

The first week of this block of squash coaching will start next week, the week commencing 24^th April 2017.     ...read more

On the weekend of June 24^th / 25^th BLT&SRC are hosting a very exciting squash camp.      ...read more

It's that time of year again when we can start getting excited about Wimbledon! The date has been set for this year's draw at the Club which will be held on Wednesday 3rd May at 8pm. The bar will of course be open and there will be Prosecco, Pimms and complimentary canapes.     ...read more

Congratulations to Isalie on achieving a 5 star rating during the recent inspection completed as part of the Food Hygiene Standard Rating Scheme.     ...read more

It is competition time again and we are encouraging you to get involved. This year we will be operating a hybrid online/offline system, this means that there are 2 ways to sign up. You can either sign up using the sign up sheets in the changing room corridor or by emailing clubtennistournament@bltsrc.co.uk.      ...read more

Now that we have settled in to 2017 and Spring is almost upon us, I thought it would be a good opportunity to update everyone with regards to the upcoming Social Events for 2017.     ...read more

We are delighted to announce that courts 1, 2 & 3 are now completed and ready to play on!     ...read more

Easter junior tennis holiday courses are now available to book for all ages.     ...read more

Just a reminder that next Monday, 6th February is our AGM. The meeting will start at 7.30pm and will be held in the Lounge Bar.       ...read more

Wimbledon Opt-in deadline is 17th February so if you haven't already, please opt-in asap. Even if you are not intending to try and get tickets at the Club draw we would really appreciate as many members as possible opting in because it increases our overall ticket allocation.     ...read more

Burns Night is back by popular demand on Saturday 21st January!     ...read more

Tournament participants should all have received a copy of the relevant squash and squash 57 tournament draws via email for your reference. Also, the draws have been printed and are showing on the corridor wall – match winners, please remember to update accordingly!     ...read more

New Year deals for new members - spread the word! Tailored group introductory coaching sessions, free individual free play session or come along to Club Night. Joining fee will be waived in January for new members signing up.     ...read more