Conwy tennis courts officially reopened after £108,000 renovation

Tennis courts in a park in Conwy have officially reopened after a £108,000 renovation.

Improvement works to the courts at Bodlondeb Park were funded by the LTA Tennis Foundation and will be jointly managed by the LTA and Conwy Council.

Through the Parks Tennis Project, the LTA is delivering the biggest ever investment in tennis facilities across the UK.

Courts at Rhos On Sea, Min y Don, and Pentre Mawr remain open and free of charge.

All are now bookable via the LTA website so players can find and book a court to ensure availability.

The Bodlondeb courts have undergone extensive works, including resurfacing, new nets and a new gate system.

The nationwide programme of investment is seeing thousands of existing park tennis courts in poor or unplayable condition brought back to life.

The courts at Bodlondeb park will be free to use between 7am and 9am, and 1pm and 2pm every day. A £4 per hour per court charge will apply at other times.

An annual tennis Pass is available at a cost of £39 per household per year, ensuring families can enjoy the courts for just 75 pence per week.

The fees will ensure that courts can be properly maintained in future.

The LTA and Conwy Council are also working together to deliver Barclays Free Park Tennis sessions. Further announcements will be made about the sessions in due course.

Sarah Ecob, Head of Economy and Culture at Conwy Council said: “We are very grateful to the LTA for their support and funding that has enabled this refurbishment.

“Tennis is a great sport for people of all ages and abilities, and it has many benefits for physical and mental health.

“We hope that these refurbished courts will inspire more people book a court and enjoy the game.”

Cllr Aaron Wynne, Conwy’s Cabinet Member for Culture and Leisure, said: “Players have already been enjoying these refurbished facilities over the last few weeks, and I’m delighted to mark the official opening of the courts.

“This partnership with the LTA means that we’re able to provide excellent quality amenities for players.”

Julie Porter, Chief Operating Officer at the LTA, said: “After months of hard work, we’re delighted to see the park tennis courts in Conwy officially back open to the public, and in better shape than ever.

“Public tennis courts are such vital facilities for getting active and we want as many people as possible, of all ages and abilities, to pick up a racket and enjoy playing tennis. Thanks to this investment the sport will be opened up to more players, for years to come.”