Local MP Alan Mak has welcomed the refurbishment of public tennis courts across the Havant Constituency aimed at encouraging more people to pick up a racket and get active.
He visited courts at Purbrook Heath, Hayling Park and Emsworth Recreation Ground to see how facilities have been improved as part of a nationwide scheme by the Government in partnership with the Lawn Tennis Association.
The local £218,000 scheme, to which Havant Borough Council is adding £12,000 in developer contributions, also includes courts at Havant Park and Bidbury Mead at Bedhampton
You can now pay as you go, with a nominal fee of £6 per hour, or you can buy an annual pass for £36 a year per household.
Mr Mak said: "I’m delighted that Government funding and partnership working with the LTA and local council mean our tennis courts have received upgrades which encourage more residents to pick up a racket and play! The courts are popular with local residents and a big asset for the community so I’m glad they’ve benefitted from these improvements!”
These local courts can be booked using the dedicated booking platform for each venue. Go to https://havantparkstennis.org.uk
