A glass of creamy Guinness greeted guests at a tennis club’s latest centenary shindig.

More than 80 people attended the Avenue Tennis Club’s St Patrick’s party last week and helped to raise £200 for future celebrations.

Youngsters and adults enjoyed a lively Irish jig hosted by salsa dancer Theresa Plant. There was a traditional Irish stew, prepared by Julie Cameron, Poo Jenkins, Jane Sanders and Lynn O’Dell.

Dave Vennall was kept busy serving pint after pint of Guinness.

Meanwhile, Sally Christison decked the club out in elaborate Emerald Isle decorations.

Head coach Vinny Duddy said: “The evening was absolutely fantastic. It was particularly entertaining as some children did nothing but dance all night.

“The event was fitting for our centenary, and the money raised is great. It will go towards our main centenary ball on September 19. A massive thanks goes to everyone who helped to organise the night.”

The next centenary event will be a trip to the Lawn Tennis Association’s new Roehampton headquarters for a guided tour, a presentation and a chance to play on the courts, on Saturday, April 25.

The day is expected to cost £10 and those wishing to go should meet at the club for the coach at 8am.