Terms of Use

These terms of use apply to tennis court bookings being made at West Malling.

Play is free of charge.

Bookings

  • You must book a court online before you play
  • Players to cancel any unwanted bookings as early as possible
  • Bookings can be made up to fourteen days in advance
  • We have the right to cancel bookings at our discretion.  An email will be sent to the players notifying them
  • We reserve the right to pre-book the courts for coaching, events and maintenance
  • In the event of bad weather or adverse playing conditions, users should inform us that play has been cancelled

Court rules

  • Players should comply with the principles of Respect and Fair Play, both on and off the courts
  • Players should wear appropriate footwear when on court
  • Any playing of music should be at a controlled level that does not annoy other users of the courts or neighbouring residents and businesses
  • Smoking is not permitted on the courts (including e-cigarettes) or the use of chewing gum anywhere in the venue
  • Take off the court everything you take on - including all balls and general litter (please use the bins provided)
  • Players play tennis at their own risk and are asked to apply common sense in always looking out for themselves and other players
  • Please ensure you close the court gate properly when you enter and leave
  • No person may coach others for financial gain on the court without our prior approval
  • Report any damage to clerk@westmallingpc.org

Right to play

  • You must book  court online before playing and  it is your responsibility to look after your booking pin number.  We will not be able to issue a new pin at short notice
  • If someone is playing on the court when you arrive use your booking confirmation as proof or use another court if available.  If you have any problems contact clerk@westmallingpc.org (email address monitored during office hours)

Safe to Play guidance

  • Players use the tennis courts at their own risk
  • Check the weather forecast before booking
  • Courts' playability is subject to weather conditions
  • If you breach any of our guidance or terms, we reserve the right to cancel all bookings