Further to the Governments announcement on Monday and the LTA guidelines the courts are now open.

The safety of our members, their families and of course everyone else is of paramount importance to us so please take note of the advice below.

RETURN TO RESTRICTED PLAY...

EQUIPMENT 

Take hand sanitizer with you 

Take all your own equipment (do not share equipment such as rackets, grips, hats and towels) 

Only take the minimum amount of equipment with you that you need to play 

Clean and wipe down your equipment, including racquets and water bottles before and after use 

Bring a full water bottle, and do not share food or drink with others 

Bring your own tennis balls that are clearly marked (e.g. with your initials) 

Ensure you take all your belongings with you at the end of the session and do not leave anything on court 

TRAVELLING TO AND FROM THE COURT 

Avoid using public transport 

Arrive as close as possible to when you need to be there 

Avoid touching court gates, fences, benches, etc. if you can 

Allow others to leave before you enter the court - if you need to wait then do so away from the courts and clear of the gates 

Ensure you leave the court before the end of your allotted time so that it is empty for the next players 

Do not congregate after playing. No extra-curricular or social activity should take place 

COURT LIMITS 

Maximum of 6 people per court . Players can be from different households. 

MAINTAIN SOCIAL DISTANCING 

Stay at least two metres away from other players at all times (including during play, when taking breaks and before and after play) 

Do not make physical contact with other players (such as shaking hands or high five) 

Stay on your side of court and avoid changing ends, or agree to change ends at opposite sides of the net 

Avoid chasing the ball down to another court if other players are using it 

EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES 

Use your own clearly marked tennis balls 

Avoid using your hands to pick up tennis balls that aren’t yours - use your racquet/foot to hit/kick them to your opponent or return them to another court 

Avoid using other equipment such as courtside benches or net handles 

HYGIENE 

If you need to sneeze or cough, do so into a tissue or upper sleeve 

Avoid touching your face 

Court Rules
• Please treat the courts and facilities with great care and respect.
• All players are expected to follow the LTA's code of conduct, and be courteous to other members/players of ALL ages.
• Please do not leave any litter on the courts.  
• Please report any issues with the courts or clubhouse to Ampthill Park immediately, so that it can be addressed.

Thank you, and enjoy your tennis!