THE HISTORY of Lawn Tennis in Leamington is the next topic to be batted about at the Warwickshire Local History Society.
Leamington has often been quoted as the birthplace of lawn tennis in 1872. To mark the 150th anniversary, Leamington tennis enthusiast Susan Hopcraft will investigate the town’s claim to be the roots of this truly global sport at a talk at 7.30pm on Tuesday October 21 at Aylesford Primary School in Warwick.
She will explain the people who shaped the sport originally and trace the clubs, the tournaments, the world events and social influences on the sport in the town over 150 years, also taking detours via croquet and squash.
Susan is the author of club history: “Leamington’s Game: A History of Leamington Lawn Tennis & Squash Club” (2024).
The talk will start at 7.30pm with tea and coffee served from 7pm.
There is no need to book. This event is open to members and non members.
Attendance is free, donations are welcomed.
Visit www.warwickshirehistory.org.uk for more details.
