Social scene
We have a very large bar/function hall complete with, Wi-Fi, Large screen and projectors system, pool table and adequate seating for 70+ or a around 100 not seated. The facility is avilaible for hire for members and non-members alike. Prices and details can be obtained from Julie Cameron 01278 795654 or see club hire tab or attached file Avenue Tennis Club Venue Hire Details from Mar 11.
As well as an excellent state of the art clubhouse and changing facilities we have a large patio area surrounded by a large grassed area with a boules pit. As you can see from the photographs below we can provide an excellent venue for all occassions.
New members find us to be a friendly crowd and soon make new friends. Friday tends to be the busiest night of the week as many spouses are social members and they and their children come along even if they don’t play tennis
The bar itself is stocked with a full range of wines, spirits and soft drinks as well as lager and beer from the barrel.
The main social gatherings at the club are :
Wednesday night (8-11) Friday night (8pm till late) Sunday lunch time (12-2.30)
Competitive tennis nights are on Mondays for men and Tuesdays for the ladies; these are the nights that the Somerset Tennis League Matches are normally played. Once the league is over both the men and women continue throughout the year.
Juniors – between 6.30 and 8:30 on Friday nights Vinny Duddy, runs fun and games activities – up to school year 3 from 6:30 – 7:30 and year 4+ from 7:30 to 8:30.
Adults – why not bring your kids along to join in the fun and get some healthy exercise at the same time, whilst you take part in the Adult coaching from 6:30 – 8:00pm or join in the social play.
Juniors – School year 7 + have their own Junior Matchplay Night on a Friday evening from 8:00 – 9:45 pm on courts 2, 3 and 4 which are exclusively set aside for the juniors.
Just a few of our social events are highlighted below.
Wednesday Night Dinners
For a special treat, why not come along and enjoy a fantastic 3 course meal at exceptional value. Liz Bailey has many years of catering experience and provides us with excellent meals on alternate Wednesdays through most of the year – see the notice board to find out what exciting dish she will be preparing and put your name on the listing.
Captain’s Dinner
Each Autumn the club Captain hosts a formal evening of food and drink with a resident disco until the small hours.
Xmas Lunch
A formal Sunday lunch is organised in December to celebrate Xmas. Dates for this and other events will be posted under the News and Events section.
Junior Xmas Party
A Junior Xmas Party is normally organised and run instead of Vinny’s Minis on the Friday night nearest to Christmas Day.
Chairman’s Xmas Mince Pies
Each year, on a Sunday close to Xmas, the Chairman extends a warm xmas welcome to all members and non members who want to come to the tennis club and enjoy a mince pie and a festive drink.
New Year’s Eve Party
Details of the New Year’s Eve Parties can be obtained from the office or the notice boards – this is a family orientated evening.
