Court rules
A few ground rules to keep in mind.
1-hour slots, 6am to 9pm
All bookings are in 1-hour slots. The first slot of the day starts at 6am; the last starts at 8pm and ends at 9pm. The same court can’t be booked twice for the same slot — if you want longer than an hour, book the next slot too.
Two courts
We have two courts. They’re independent — one can be booked while the other is free.
Members must book a slot too
Annual members must book a slot before arriving, even though your PIN will open the gate. This protects other players who have paid for their slot. Bookings take 10 seconds at bestwoodtennis.org/book and are free for members.
No dogs
We love dogs — just please leave them at home.
No bicycles or scooters
No riding bikes, scooters, or anything with wheels on the courts. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters are of course exempt.
Keep it clean
Please leave the courts the way you found them and take any rubbish away with you.
Gate code
The court gate has a combination padlock. Guests get a one-time PIN by email after they book and pay. Annual members get a permanent PIN by email that works for their whole membership year. Don’t share your PIN with non-members.
Gate safety
Do not lock the gate while you are on court. Please only lock the gate when you are the last person leaving. Never lock the gate if someone is still on court.
Proper tennis footwear
Tennis shoes or trainers only — no football boots, studded shoes, or bare feet. Studs damage the court surface and are dangerous on hard courts.
Tennis only
The courts are for tennis only. No cycling, skateboarding, or ball games other than tennis.
Children under 14
Children under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible adult on the courts.
Consideration for neighbours
Please keep noise to a reasonable level, especially early morning and evening. The courts sit close to homes.
Wet or icy conditions
In wet conditions, play at your own risk. Don’t play if the courts are flooded or icy — the surface is slippery and the play damages it.
Report damage
Spotted broken nets, damaged surface, or anything that needs fixing? Email play@bestwoodtennis.org and the committee will take a look.
Liability
The club accepts no responsibility for loss, theft, or injury on the premises. Use of the courts is at your own risk.