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24th August - 1st September 2018 Anyone for tennis?
The Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta Tennis Tournament celebrates 50 years in 2018, and what a fantastic and well respected event it is. Arguably with the most scenic backdrop to any tennis tournament in the UK, it is also completely unique in that it is the only tennis tournament in the country to run alongside a towns Regatta celebrations. Where else could you watch great quality tennis, then turn around and watch the fiercely competitive rowing on the River Dart within seconds! The Tournament is made up of two events, local and open, with junior girls and boys, veterans, mixed doubles, open ladies and men’s groups as well as family events. All have prize money and trophies and there is much friendly competition. In recent years there has been a noticeable upsurge in participation, perhaps a testament to how well loved the sport is nationally, and how accessible it is to all, no matter what your age or ability. Many of our past competitors have gone on to represent their county, country and even Great Britain in the World Championships. So it is definitely an event for your diary. The Regatta tournament is graded an LTA Level
4, (County level) which is quite a high standard for such a small town event, and as such attracts com- petitors from far and wide. Australia’s No 8 veteran seed Ray Furness came over 3 years ago and won, beating the Devon County No 1 in the final. In fact he enjoyed himself so much last time he visited he donated a trophy – the Down Under Cup! Ray is re- turning this year to be part of the 50th anniversary celebrations plus he wants to win again, of course! The event is sponsored by Pro Direct a local
sports store in Newton Abbot where you can find everything you need to play and Café Alf Rescos, an institution of Dartmouth, famous for their superb breakfasts served with a smile, and ‘love all’ reputation. Café Alf Rescos will be hosting a player’s welcome reception on Monday 27 August.
9 days of tennis, with Closed and Open events, played at Coronation Park by the River Dart. Our 50th Anniversary!
● Closed Tournament is for local players - juniors to 60+. 24th to 26th August with Finals on 31st August and 1st September. Partners Drawn event where players are paired at random. We can try to find you a doubles partner.
● LTA Open Tournament is Grade 4, County standard. Monday 27th to Friday 31st August, Finals 1st September
● Closing date for entries: Closed - 15th, Open - 18th August.
For more details see:
www.dartmouthregattatennis.co.uk email:
dartmouthregattatennis@gmail.com or call Andrew on 01803 722622 or 07500 937333
Sponsored by Join in the Fun! Where can I get cash?
With the closure of the Natwest Bank in Dartmouth, readers, especially visitors, might like to know that ATMs are still available at the following:
Co-op, Fairfax Place, Dartmouth Spithead, Dartmouth next to McColls Townstal Road Petrol Station ( Hollis) Dartmouth Spar, Victoria Road Dartmouth Spar, Mayflower Close, Townstal Sainsburys, Dartmouth Kingswear Village Stores
Woodlands Leisure Park (fees may apply at certain ATMs):
Cash can also be obtained at local Post Offices and in M&S Dartmouth Simply Food.
Post Office counters are found in the Dartmouth Spar, Hollis Townstal Garage, Kingswear Post Office, Stoke Fleming Vil- lage Stores, Strete Village Stores, Blackawton Community Shop and the Red Lion Inn Dittisham.
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