Sydenham Tennis & Squash Club

Out of Pocket – Friday 13 February 2026
SE20’s finest soul, pop, and indie covers band comprising Club members Dave and Jerome on guitar and bass. Join us for a specially curated mix of sixties to modern music, including Abba, Aretha, Kylie, Prince, Queen and many more.
The event is for adults only, or family members who are 16 years and above. There are only 50 tickets available with priority to Club members – cost £5 per person. 
Tickets are now available to book – please email me for information on how to pay. Guests and family members are welcome, but please remember that the guidelines for our Club licence are up to 3 guests per member.

New Clubhouse Project
You may have spotted the planning notices adjacent to the Club entrances over the last week regarding the development of the squash courts building. The planning application was submitted just before Christmas, so your support would be really helpful.

Part of the planning process is consultation with neighbours and other interested parties in the community. We are asking members, in particular those who live near to the Club, to show support by registering comments on the application. There is a tendency that only those objecting or wanting to make representations to the Council fill out comments.

You can find full details about the application here – Register View – and enter the planning reference – 25/05722/FPA.

Club Manager Hours
I’ll be available at the Club as follows over the weekend and then on leave for the rest of the week: Saturday from 0900-1500, and Sunday 0900-1500. During these times you can obtain drinks & snacks from the bar, as well as balls & accessories. 

Dez Lewington
Club Manager
Contact – dez.lewington@sltcc.co.uk

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After the recent cold snap, courts 3 – 7 are now open again.

Courts 1 & 2 are still closed this morning.

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New Year Period
Just a quick reminder about the following: supported club play sessions will recommence on Sunday 4 January; all coaching groups and sessions for adults and juniors will restart on Monday 5 January; and the bar will be open usual hours again from Monday 5 January.

Club Fees
A reminder that he new membership fees are now in place, and will take effect at your next renewal. You will find the full details here.
Please note that the guest fee to bring along a non-member to play is now £5 for both squash and tennis. Also, a reminder that guests are only permitted on an intermittent basis and should not be attending regularly without a membership of their own, and that guests should NOT be attending during peak periods Monday to Thursday after 6pm.

Club Manager Hours
I’ll be available at the Club as follows in the New Year: Saturday 3rd January from 0900-1800, Sunday 4th from 0900-1500, Monday 5th from 0900-1200, and Friday 9th from 1200-1930. During these times you can obtain drinks & snacks from the bar, as well as balls & accessories. 

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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all members and supporters.

Remember to book your place for the first social event of 2026…

Christmas & New Year Quiz Night – Saturday 3 January 2026
Join regular host Jeff Richards for an evening of fun with family and friends – the bar will be open from 6.00pm with the quiz starting at 7.00pm. 
Numbers are limited to 8 teams, so please book as soon as possible with Jeff on 07769565095 or at jeff.richards@rcn.org.uk with your name and, if you are entering a team (max 6). Don’t worry if you can’t make up a team or would like to come on your own – Jeff will allocate you a team on the night. Entry: Adults £3 – Children £2.

Club Manager Hours
I’ll be available at the Club as follows between Christmas and New Year: Saturday 27th from 0900-1200, Sunday 28th from 1030-1330, and Wednesday 31st from 0900-1200. During these times you can obtain drinks & snacks from the bar, as well as balls & accessories. 

Dez Lewington
Club Manager
Contact – dez.lewington@sltcc.co.uk

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Christmas Period Club Play
Further to last week’s newsletter regarding the Christmas closure period. The following tennis club play sessions will still have courts reserved for anyone who wants to attend – check the booking system for court availability: Tuesday 23rd, Sunday 28th, and Tuesday 30th December. However, please note that club play balls will not be provided so you will need to make your own arrangements. 

Club Membership Fees
The new membership fees have been confirmed and will take effect from 1 January 2026. The majority of fees have modest increases in line with inflation – £10 on each full adult tennis and squash membership for the year. These will take effect at your next renewal. You will find the full details here from 31 December 2025. 

Club Team Results
The Summer Kent & North Kent tennis results from last week:
13 December: Men’s 3 v Hayes (H) – won 4-0 (Kent Div 6)
14 December: Men’s 1 v Sidcup Rec 1 (A) – won 4-0 (Kent Div 3)
The Squash team results from the last week:
16 December: A v Maidstone 1 – lost 7-14 (Kent Div 4)

Club Manager Hours
I’ll be available at the Club as follows over the coming week: Friday from 1030-1630, Saturday 0900-1500, Sunday 0900-1500, and Monday 0900-1500. During these times you can obtain drinks & snacks from the bar, as well as balls & accessories. 

Dez Lewington
Club Manager
Contact – dez.lewington@sltcc.co.uk

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Christmas Period
There will be a short break in club and coaching activities for Christmas, as well as closure of some facilities – please see details below:
Bar will be open usual hours until Thursday 18 December, and then only be available when I’m on site until reopening from Monday 5 January;
Club play will end with the sessions on Sunday 21 December and recommence on Sunday 4 January;
All coaching groups and sessions for adults and juniors will stop on Saturday 20 December and restart on Monday 5 January.

Junior Squash Taster Coaching
We are launching a new junior coaching programme for 5-14 years in the new year. There will be a six week course to learn the basics of squash in a fun environment. Next courses starting on Friday 9 January 2026:
Junior Squash course for 5-8 years from 4.30-5.15pm – book here.
Junior Squash course for 9-14 years from 5.15-6.00pm – book here.

Club Team Results
The Summer Kent & North Kent tennis results from last week:
6 December: Men’s 4 v Frindsbury 3 (H) – won 4-0 (Kent Div 10)
6 December: Men’s Vets v Freedom Leisure (A) – lost 2-2 (Kent Div 5)
7 December: Mixed 2 v St John’s 2 (A) – won 4-0 (Kent Div 9)

Club Manager Hours
I’ll be available at the Club as follows over the coming week: Saturday from 0900-1200, Sunday 0900-1200, Monday 0900-1330, Tuesday 1500-1930, and Friday 1330-1800. During these times you can obtain drinks & snacks from the bar, as well as balls & accessories. 

Dez Lewington
Club Manager
Contact – dez.lewington@sltcc.co.uk

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Tennis Court 8 Update
I met with the contractors last week to confirm details regarding the new court. Currently, we are aiming for construction between March and May 2026. The start date will depend on prevailing weather at the time and will take approximately six weeks to complete.
The court construction will not require any removal of trees or planting, and the spoil from the lawn will be moved to the overgrown area in the North-west corner of the site to help with the landscaping of that area. 

Christmas & New Year Quiz Night – Saturday 3 January 2026
Join regular host Jeff Richards for an evening of fun with family and friends – the bar will be open from 6.00pm with the quiz starting at 7.00pm. 
Numbers are limited to 8 teams, so please book as soon as possible with Jeff on 07769565095 or at jeff.richards@rcn.org.uk with your name and, if you are entering a team (max 6). Don’t worry if you can’t make up a team or would like to come on your own – Jeff will allocate you a team on the night. Entry: Adults £3 – Children £2.

Club Team Results
The Summer Kent & North Kent tennis results from last week:
28 November: Midweek Mixed Vets v Bexley – won 6-2 (NK Div 4)
30 November: Men’s Vets v Oakwood 3 (H) – won 4-0 (Kent Div 5)
The Squash team results from the last week:
2 December: H v Parklangley 3 – lost 5-14 (Kent Div 4)

Club Manager Hours
I’ll be available at the Club as follows over the coming week: Saturday from 0900-1500, Sunday 0900-1500, and Friday 1200-2100. During these times you can obtain drinks & snacks from the bar, as well as balls & accessories. 

Dez Lewington
Club Manager
Contact – dez.lewington@sltcc.co.uk

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Club Members Christmas Party – Friday 5 December 2025
Join us in the clubhouse for mulled wine and mince pies. The bar open from 6.30-10.30pm. Games and table tennis available in the hall. All members and partners are welcome!

Club Annual General Meeting
There was a lot of information provided to members at the AGM earlier this month, together with interesting discussions on various topics. The Minutes are now available in the Members area of the Club website. 

Club Team Results
The Summer Kent & North Kent tennis results from last week:
23 November: Men’s 4 v Wye (H) – lost 0-4 (Kent Div 10)
The Squash team results from the last week:
25 November: A v Knole Park 1 – lost 5-15 (Kent Div 4)

Club Manager Hours
I’ll be available at the Club as follows over the coming week: Saturday from 0900-1500, Sunday 0900-1500, Monday 0900-1500, and Friday 1200-2100. During these times you can obtain drinks & snacks from the bar, as well as balls & accessories. 

Dez Lewington
Club Manager
Contact – dez.lewington@sltcc.co.uk

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Shelter
I’m taking part in the 10K Walk for Home on Tuesday 2 December to raise money for Shelter. There are a record 169,000 children in England who are homeless in temporary accommodation. Any donations to help me reach my target would be hugely appreciated. The money raised will help Shelter be there for more children and families facing homelessness this winter and beyond. You’ll find my fundraising page and more information here.

Young Person’s Welfare Ambassador
As part of the LTA’s commitment to safeguarding, they have created a new role for venues to support the Club Welfare Officer. The Club has decided to look for interest amongst its younger members to see if anyone would consider taking on this role.
The YPWA is aimed at young people aged 14-24 years old – you will find more information here. Please contact me for more details or to express interest.

Club Team Results
The Summer Kent & North Kent tennis results from last week:
15 November: Mixed 2 v Herne Bay 3 (A) – won 4-0 (Kent Div 9)
15 November: Men’s 5 v United 2 (H) – won 2-2 (Kent Div 11)
16 November: Men’s 1 v Sevenoaks 2 (H) – won 4-0 (Kent Div 3)
The Squash team results from the last week:
18 November: H v Tunbridge Wells SRC 4 – won 15-4 (Kent Div 4)

Club Manager Hours
I’ll be available at the Club as follows over the coming week: Saturday from 0900-1200, Sunday 0900-1500, and Friday 0900-1800. During these times you can obtain drinks & snacks from the bar, as well as balls & accessories. 

Dez Lewington
Club Manager
Contact – dez.lewington@sltcc.co.uk

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I’m sure that all members will be pleased to learn that our planning application to build a new court on the former croquet lawn has now been granted.

There are a couple of things to confirm with the contractors this week regarding access and drainage, and then I should be in a position to provide a timeline for construction. At present we are optimistic that it will be ready for Easter next year.

Just to confirm that the court surface will be artificial clay, the same as courts 3-7, and will be built by Trevor May contractors who were responsible for all the other courts. When they are on site, repairs will be undertaken to existing courts where there are a few issues.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any queries regarding the new court. I’ll keep you updated in the regular newsletters when I have further information.

Dez Lewington
Club Manager
Contact – dez.lewington@sltcc.co.uk

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