Events
Dear Member,
Further to guidance announced by the Scottish Government on 28 May 2020, Falkirk Community Trust are pleased to confirm that the tennis courts at Zetland Park and Dollar Park have been reopened for public use.
The safety and wellbeing of our staff and customers is a priority and in order to re-open safely, industry guidance and national regulations have all been taken on board to make the necessary changes for a safe re-opening.
We have pulled together guidance notes which are necessary to help things go smoothly during the recovery period and to ensure we can help to keep everyone safe and our courts open for play. We therefore urge you to follow the changes which have been made across the courts and to adhere to the rules outlined on our web page: https://www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org/sport/tennis/
With specific reference to membership, we will be unable to take bookings for time slots at this time and the courts will be opened on a first come basis at this time. Additionally, we are unable to restrict the playing time on the courts at this time and we would encourage all users to be mindful that others may wish to use the facilities.
We have reviewed the latest guidance from the Scottish Government, the LTA, Tennis Scotland and the recommendations from HSE. With no handwashing or hand sanitising facilities available at either location this is the only safe way to reopen the facilities.
We have taken the decision to freeze all membership categories and court bookings at this time. When the courts can re-open normally we will extend memberships accordingly. Should the current situation be extended significantly we may review this.
Please note, guidance can change and restrictions may be reintroduced - ensure you have checked the latest version of the guidelines for tennis players in Scotland on the LTA website and with Tennis Scotland.
Thank you for helping to keep everyone safe and our courts open for play.
Falkirk Community Trust
FAQ's
Q The Scottish Government announced today that outdoor Tennis courts can open. When will the courts at Dollar Park and Zetland Park re-open to the public?
A Further to guidance announced by the Scottish Government on 28 May 2020, Falkirk Community Trust are pleased to confirm that the tennis courts at Zetland Park and Dollar Park have been reopened for public use from noon on 29 May.
The safety and wellbeing of our staff and customers is a priority and in order to re-open safely. For full guidance notes for safe play please visit https://www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org/sport/tennis/
Q Can I book a time to play on the tennis courts?
A No, sorry. In recognition of the premium placed on useable outdoor spaces at this point, the courts will be opened to all members of the public to use on a first come basis at this time.
Q Can I book courts as normal using the ClubSpark system at this time?
A Sorry, no - the courts will be available on a first come basis.
Q I have a tennis membership with the trust. Will I have priority on the courts?
A Sorry, no - the courts will be available on a first come basis.
Q I have pre-paid my membership, what will happen to this?
A We have taken the decision to freeze all membership categories and court bookings at this time. When the courts can re-open normally we will extend memberships accordingly. Should the current situation be extended significantly we may review this.
Q Why have you taken this decision?
A We have reviewed the latest guidance from the Scottish Government, the LTA, Tennis Scotland and the recommendations from HSE. With no handwashing or hand sanitising facilities available at either location this is the only safe way to reopen the facilities.
Q How long can I play on the courts?
A We are unable to restrict the playing time on the courts at this time. We would encourage all users to be mindful that others may wish to use the facilities.
Please also note that there are no toilet facilities available at these courts.
The Road to Wimbledon 14U Challenge is a unique competition providing an opportunity for venues to engage and inspire their 14U pupils/players. By entering the tournament it will give players the chance to qualify to compete on the grass courts at Wimbledon.
Players must be 14 & under (born 1 Sept 2004 – 31 Aug 2008) and must be rated 10.2 - 7.1 or have no rating as of April 16, 2019
The first stage of the competition takes place at Dollar Park Tennis Courts in Falkirk in the timed tennis format, which is a fun, sociable competition for players rated 7.1-10.2 or un-rated. This will be open to Falkirk primary 7 pupils and Falkirk secondary school pupils who must be able to serve, rally and score.
The event will take place on Thursday 9th May 2019 between 10am-2pm.
The girl and boy winner(s) of your venue event will be invited to the County Finals on a date TBC
If you would like to enter players into the competition please complete the sign-upplease email billy.brotton@falkirkcommunitytrust.org for the entry form . Deadline for entry is by Monday 22nd April