Most of the adult social tennis played at the Club takes place during the various club sessions, when sets are organised using a pegboard system. Doubles is played and members can just come along on their own and be sure of getting a game.
There are sessions for all the membership categories a number of which cater for more than one section, thus allowing players of varying standards to play together. Members are always welcome to arrange their own sets, either singles or doubles, outside these club sessions
There are opportunities all year round for competitive tennis for adults and juniors of all ages and standards, with internal tournaments and external matches against other clubs. The Club enters adult teams in both the Surrey and Dorking & Leatherhead Leagues, and also has a summer programme of friendly matches. Junior teams are entered in the summer Aegon age-group Leagues.
Playing Times
General Playing Times for all Adult and Junior members There is a considerable amount of time when not all the courts are in use for club sessions, coaching or matches and we encourage members of all sections to come and use the courts when they are free (see below). Please note that at such times you will need to arrange for someone to play with. Match details can be found in the diary in the clubhouse.
Children under the age of 10 will need to be supervised by a parent. Parents who wish to play tennis with their children on the main courts need to be playing members of the Club. Parents who only wish to play with their children on the Mini-tennis court may do so by becoming a Social member. Floodlight tokens for personal use are available at a cost of £2.50 each, which gives 30 minutes of light.
Day
Monday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Times
Anytime up to 10pm on any free court. Matches, coaching and club sessions take priority.
Between noon and 1.30pm and any time after 5.30pm. Matches take priority.
Any time up to 1.30pm and any time after 5.30pm. Matches, coaching and club sessions take priority.
Mini-tennis Court and Practice Wall
The Mini-tennis court and practice wall area is available at all times except when required for coaching. Please note that children have priority at the weekend.
Club Sessions for Adults and selected Juniors
There are a number of playing sessions for the various membership sections of the Club and we encourage members to come along and join in social doubles. A pegboard system is in operation during these sessions which allow members to mix in and be ensured of a game.
Day
Monday
Wednesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Sunday
Times
From 8.30am
From 8.30am
From 6.15pm
From 6.30pm
From 8.30am
From 1.30pm to 5.30pm
From 1.30pm to 5.30pm
From 2.00pm to 4.00pm
Members who attend
Full, Student, Associate (Mid Week) & Intermediate
Full, Student, Associate (Mid Week) & Intermediate
Full & Student
Full, Student, Associate (Mid Week), Adult Improver & Intermediate
Full, Student, Associate (Mid Week), Adult Improver & Intermediate
Full & Student (all 6 courts)
Full & Student (all 4 courts)
Novice & Intermediate (2 Courts)
Morning and evening club sessions usually last for about 2 hours. During the winter months the evening sessions will be played under floodlights and, for a trial period, there will be no charge for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday sessions. To be sure of a game, turn up early. Bank holiday playing times will follow the Sunday format unless notified otherwise.
General Enquiries
Contact Information
Banstead Downs Lawn Tennis Club,
Basing Road, Banstead, SM7 2AH
Monday - Sunday 9:00am - 8:00pm