Meet Our County Support Team
Norfolk Tennis (Charity No. 1203480) is the official body promoting and developing tennis and padel across the county. We work closely with the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA), particularly its Central & East region, to support:
- Clubs and venues
- Coaches and volunteers
- Players of all ages and abilities
Whether you want to play, volunteer, or explore a new sport, we’re here to help you get started.
🧑🤝🧑 Who We Are
We are a volunteer-led organisation supported by a small number of part-time staff. Our structure includes:
- A Management Committee
- A Council of elected representatives from clubs, venues and the coaching community
- A dedicated group of project leads and coordinators
Together, we support Norfolk’s vibrant ecosystem of city, town, and rural venues — from iconic names like Hunstanton and Cromer to emerging padel venues and Inclusive Tennis hubs.
📣 We're Recruiting
We are currently seeking:
- Finance team members
- Assistant Secretary
- Competitions Lead
- Sponsorship & Funding team members
Interested in helping at events or joining a project? Contact us to get involved
🏛️Norfolk Tennis Management Committee & Officers
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Kathy Lofthouse | President & Inclusive Tennis Lead | |
| James Buddell | Chair | |
| Heather Bottomley | LTA Councillor | |
| Liz Gill | Honorary Secretary | |
| James Kent | Honorary Treasurer | |
| Debbie Banner | Assistant Treasurer | |
| Kay Skelton | Sponsorship & Funding | |
| Mandy Driver | Safeguarding Officer | |
| Chris Stocker | Junior Tennis | |
| Stuart Silvester | Admin, Comms & Schools Lead | |
| Neil Henery | Seniors Tennis & Parent Liaison | |
| Maddie Brooks | Social Media Oficer | |
| Suzie Scarlett | Padel Ambassador | |
| Paula Trudgill | Assistant Padel Ambassador |
🧭 Council Members 2024–2025
Our Council includes representatives from across Norfolk’s clubs, leagues, and venues. Members contribute their experience and voice to strategic decisions.
Donna Andrews, Sally Arnold, Viki Barton, Jim Biggie, Mandy Driver, Adrian Gunton, Matthew Jordan, Lynda Love, Gina Lyons, Fraser MacMillan, Clare Parker, Jenny Pulfer, Kay Skelton.