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StoryBurpham tennis rally draws 60 after park closure notice at Sutherland Memorial
On Tuesday 30 May, over 60 local players turned out at Sutherland Memorial Park to back a community push for tennis in Burpham, responding to a Guildford Borough Council notice that park courts would be closed from April to October [1].Organisers have launched the Burpham Community Tennis hub with online booking and a simple route into sessions, offering Social Tennis alongside Junior Coaching and Cardio Tennis to get all ages moving [1][2]. The rallying effort follows the original Burpham Tennis Club folding during the COVID‑19 period, with volunteers now focused on restoring regular court use at the park [1].The programme is building around community events too, including a session planned during Burpham Wellfest on Sunday 9 July, with more activity scheduled through the summer [1]. Players can find times and book via the ClubSpark page [2].
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StoryBurpham Tennis Club keeps Sutherland Memorial Park busy with year‑round social play
Burpham Tennis Club is rooted at Sutherland Memorial Park in the GU4 area, offering a friendly setup for local players in and around Burpham and Guildford [1][2].The club’s programme centres on social play, with regular Saturday morning sessions through the year and additional evening tennis in the summer months, a schedule that keeps the park courts lively when the weather turns [1][3].Membership options cover adults, juniors and social members, giving newcomers and returners a straightforward way to get on court without the pressure of league play [1][2]. Club updates and session details are published via its LTA/ClubSpark page and social feed [1][4].Venue details, including the Sutherland Memorial Park location and contact information, are publicly listed to help prospective players find their way to the courts [1][2].