Preston’s three park tennis courts have officially reopened after a near quarter-of-a-million pound refurbishment.
Michel Roux Jr, Tom Barnes, Lisa Goodwin Allen and more: The 19 Michelin-starred chefs coming to Lancashire for Northcote's Obsession 24 food spectacularThe facilities - on Moor Park, Haslam Park and Ashton Park - are all back in action, with the moment having been marked on Saturday by a ceremony attended by the city’s mayor.
All courts are available to book via the Lawn Tennis Association website and the council says that the new system and gated arrangement means it is now easier to get on court by booking in advance to guarantee availability. The new-look courts will also host local tennis leagues, giving people the opportunity to get involved in friendly and social competitions.The court refurbs have been funded by the government and the LTA, which have collectively stumped up £218,000, and the city council, which has made a £25,000 contribution.
“Accessible facilities in parks are particularly critical to opening up the sport to those from lower socio-economic backgrounds and women and girls,” Cllr Mein said.
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