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TENNIS AND PADEL ARE GAMES FOR ALL AGES, ABILITIES AND BACKGROUNDS

Essex Tennis is a registered charity whose primary objective is the advancement of the playing of tennis, padel and its derivatives. This will be achieved by supporting and safeguarding providers, coaches, players and parents, in addition to assisting voluntary clubs, organisations and parks to develop facilities and increase membership thereby creating the opportunity for more people to play both tennis and padel.

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Essex Tennis
Essex Tennis26/06/2025 at 2:29pm
NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN. VOTE FOR YOUR 2026 TENNIS HERO NOW!
Celebrating excellence in British tennis and padel
The LTA Awards, presented by Lexus, shine a spotlight on the outstanding achievements and contributions of individuals and organisations across Great Britain.

First launched in 2015 by former LTA president Cathie Sabin OBE, these awards celebrate the passion, dedication, and hard work of some of the 25,000 volunteers who give their time to support and grow the sport across the country. From clubs and venues to coaches and officials to parks and players, the awards recognise those who are making a real difference in their communities.

Last year, we had more than 2,000 public nominations. Let’s give even more inspiring champions of tennis and padel the recognition they deserve.

Nominate your tennis hero NOW!
Nominations for the 2026 awards are now open.
Nomination form

https://fs18.formsite.com/ltaadmin/qgy5yijdy9/index
Essex Tennis
Essex Tennis26/06/2025 at 6:47am
Leo Lyle Men’s Doubles Tournament was held last Sunday !
A fantastic display of high quality men’s tennis in the sun ☀️!
Well done to all the doubles teams involved 👍
Thank you for Thorpe bay letting us host the tournament and all the spectators for their support.

Congratulations too..
Winners 🏆
Alex & Adam Groves

Runner up
Kane Patience & Ben Slade

Big thank you to Graham Ray & Tom Higgins (Men’s Essex Captain )who worked so hard organising this event 👏👏
Essex Tennis
Essex Tennis22/06/2025 at 7:39pm
Result Alert!

Great day for Essex 8U teams playing in the inter county cup.

Great fight shown from the boys in the morning to come 6th.

An amazing afternoon from the girls coming away with the gold medal!

Joint 3rd overall….well done to all players involved you done Essex proud 🎾🔥
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Essex Summer Cups Finals Day 6 July

The Finals of the Essex Summer Cups will take place on Sunday 6th Sunday at Westcliff Lawn TC.  Play starts at 10 am with the Ladies Intermediate Cup.  Come along and support and see some great tennis from all seven matches!  See the Order of Play for match times [dg...

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Essex Tennis has three LTA National Award Winners!

Essex Tennis has three LTA National Award Winners!

Not one, two but three National Winners at the LTA National Finals.  Jane Collins won the Cathie Sabin Volunteer of the Year Award, Aimee Gibson won the LTA's Female Padel Player of the year for the second year in a row and Henry Patten was voted the LTA's Double...

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Pam Fletcher

Pam Fletcher

It is with great sadness that we must advise you of the passing of Pam Fletcher who passed away on the 10th April. She was a much loved member of The Woodford Wells Club who made many friends over her 50 years of membership. Pam was an active tennis member and on the...

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Essex Winter Cups Finals Day and results

The Essex Winter Cup Finals were held on Sunday 9 March at The Deans Sports Centre.  A great day's tennis was had by all and congratulations to all the winners.  See photos and results on the Club Competitions Page of the website.  

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Sportch Club Ladders

Sportch, the tennis ladder app, provide a hassle-free automated ladder allowing your members to connect and compete – all from the convenience of their phone (or computer). Sportch’s intuitive rankings and built-in messaging make arranging matches a doddle!

Essex Tennis have agreed an exclusive deal for all Essex Clubs!

Sign up today and let Sportch take your club to the next level!

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WIMX LEARNING

WIMX LEVEL 3 COACHING QUALIFICATION

WimX Learning have been appointed by the LTA as coach education providers for Essex Tennis.  Many courses available.

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Essex Coaches:  Advantage Essex Grants are available for Tennis Education. Details available on the Advantage Essex section of this website.