Hello!
There’s plenty of social and sporting activity coming up over the next few weeks. It’s busy busy busy at the Club and we hope you’ll want to join us, particularly for the return of the amazing soul funk band ‘Don’t Freak Out!’ on Sunday 3rd August. It’s SUCH a fun night! More of that later…
Tonight is our School’s Out Summer Party and everyone’s invited. We’ve added an extra swimming slot at 5:30pm, which has already been fully booked, but feel free to pop your name on the waiting list in case a space opens up.
Even if you’re not swimming, there’s loads to enjoy: live music, bar offers, and Chef is staying open late at the Poolside Kitchen until 8:30pm. Perfect for supper and drinks with friends.
Come along, soak up the atmosphere, and help us kick off the summer in style! Talking of drinks… do you want to try some of our new wines we’ll be selling behind the bar? Friday 25th July is our canapés and wine tasting night. Sign up NOW! Booking details are HERE
Looking ahead:
Our County Week Tournament starts on Monday. Please remember to book your courts either online or via the office. Section 4 will be fully open to members (weather permitting!). Or pop down to the Club for a tasty lunch, refreshing drink and to watch some fabulous tennis being played!
Let’s get to the rest this week’s news!
Frinton Triangle Tournament
This Sunday, we’re off to Frinton Links Golf Club for the final leg of the Triangle Tournament. Thank you to everyone who has committed to playing and best of luck! We’re doing really well this year and we’re hoping to make it a hattrick! Spectators are very welcome, with play starting from 3pm.
A huge thank you to Gerry Howe and all at SPL for once again sponsoring this fantastic event.
We’re also raising money for Market Field College with a raffle — tickets are £3 each or £10 for a book of five. They’re available at the bar and will be drawn on Sunday 20th July.
Top prize? A summer getaway for two at Talbooth House and Spa, including an overnight stay, glass of rosé, three-course dinner and breakfast!
Don’t Freak Out | Sunday 3rd August
The Summer Theatre Music Night is back and it’s going to be a belter!
Join us at the Club for one of the best parties of the year. Headlining once again is the incredible Don’t Freak Out. If you’ve seen them before, you already know. If you haven’t… trust me when I tell you, you’re in for a treat. This band is seriously good.
Kicking things off will be Clive Brill and his Jazz Slayers, bringing their usual energy and flair to set the mood.
Everyone’s welcome — members, guests, friends — so round up your crew and come along.
Tickets are just £20 and available to buy now at Frinton Summer Theatre
You won’t want to miss it.
Gareth Malone OBE returns!
Does your child love to sing or want to give it a go? This is a unique opportunity to work with none other than Gareth Malone OBE, the celebrated choirmaster and broadcaster, as he returns to Frinton to lead this year’s summer music course with Wendy Max.
The week will culminate in a special concert at the Club on Friday 1st August at 2pm. All welcome! Do make sure to mark your diaries and come along to enjoy what promises to be a heartwarming and joyful performance.
This year’s theme? Songs from Oliver! — expect toe-tapping tunes and lots of smiles.
Rehearsals:
Monday 28th – Thursday 31st July
4.30pm – 6.00pm
Venue: 43 Second Avenue, Frinton, CO13 9ER
(Concert Day rehearsal time to be confirmed)
Cost: £5 per singer
Spaces are strictly limited, so if your child would like to take part, please get in touch with Wendy as soon as possible: wendymmax@gmail.com
This is a rare and exciting chance for young singers to work with one of Britain’s best-known musical figures. We hope your child will be part of it!
Sponsorship | Progress
A huge thank you to all our 2025 sponsors. Your support is making a real difference! We’re thrilled with the progress so far and hope the recent improvements, including our brand-new club signage (have you seen it yet?), are a sign of great things to come.
We’ve only got two Court 1 Fence sponsorship spots remaining. If you or someone you know might be interested, now’s the time to act!
There are still exciting sponsorship opportunities available at both Club and individual sport level. If you know a company or individual who’d like to get involved and support us, please get in touch: rebecca@fosltc.com
Summer Junior Tennis Activities
The summer holidays are nearly here which means our Summer Camps are back! Activities will include skills and games and will cover basic agility, balance and coordination with the main priority to have FUN! Red/Orange/Green ball, 5-12yrs, for all abilities! For more information please click HERE
Neet Academy Fun Day – Wednesday 30th July. A fun tournament for any juniors, 2pm till 4pm. More information HERE
Summer Tennis Kids Party – Friday 8th August 2025. Fun tennis activities for 5-12 year olds, followed by a partytastic disco! More information HERE
Ladies Doubles Grass Court Tournament – Tuesday 5th August
After the success of our first Ladies Tournament on 10th June, we’ll be hosting another! Players are welcome from any club, for more information view HERE
Croquet News
Blimey, you need a mallet to play? On Saturday 19th July Percival Mallets will be at the end for a ‘try and buy’ session. They’ll be on the croquet lawn from 10am for anyone who would like to pop down.
And on Sunday 3rd August we’ll be hosting a Crookies Competition for members new to the club this year. A one ball golf competition. From 2pm.
Club Championships
We’re on to the second-round matches for this year’s Club Championships! Please do make sure you note the ‘play by’ dates, and if you need a hand contacting your opponent please enquire at the office. Please make a note in your diary for our Club Finals Day which will be held at the Club on Saturday 6th September.
Colchester & District | Update
It’s been a busy week on court with five matches played. Two at home and three away!
- Monday: Our Mixed B team hosted Dedham A but sadly took an 8–1 loss.
- Tuesday: A great result for the Mixed C team who beat Kirby A at home, 6–3! (although the big question on everyone’s mind was how many of the butterfly cakes Bill managed to squirrel!)
- Wednesday: Ladies C team faced David Lloyd away. Unfortunately they lost 7-2 with only 2 pairs!
- Friday: Our Men’s A team take on The Essex away.
Looking ahead — next week there’ll be no home matchesas we host the County Week Tournament.
Check out all match results and upcoming fixtures here.
Wimbledon Whites Tennis Tournament | Results
Last Sunday, 21 of our members took to the courts for our Wimbledon Whites tournament and what a fantastic afternoon it was.
A big thank you to James from Neet Academy for running the event so smoothly, especially in the heat. Spirits were high, the tennis was competitive (and very stylish), and plenty of fun was had by all. And a big thankyou to David Hall from Racket Sport Services for sponsoring the balls for the tournament, and Ruth & Trevor Burnett for donating the winning prizes.
Congratulations to Jasper and Jane, our tournament winners, and to Annette and Henry, who finished as worthy runners-up.
Same time next year? We think so.
Christmas Market | Stalls and Date
Yes, I know it’s not even August and here I am talking about Christmas!
After the fantastic success of last year’s first ever Christmas Market, we’re bringing it back. This year it’s set to be even bigger and better.
If you’re interested in booking a stall, please email rebecca@fosltc.com. We’ve already had lots of enquiries, so don’t wait too long. Last year, over 130 people came through the doors, and we expect even more this time.
Save the date: Saturday 29th November. Pop it in the diary now!
Friday 18th July – School’s Out Summer Party! Let’s celebrate the end of the school year with a late poolside opening until 8.30pm, live music, games, Pimm’s and our FOS lager will have special offers too! Fun for the whole family.
Friday 25th July – Wine Tasting Event – More info HERE
Sunday 3rd August – Frinton Summer Theatre Music Night with ‘Don’t Freak Out’ – more info HERE
Monday 4th August – Ronnie Buckingham Medium Night – Tickets on the door, from 7pm
Thursday 14th August – Pizza is Back!! Pre-orders recommended as the last 2 have been sell out nights! See more HERE
Saturday 25th October – The Philomena Dwyer, literary lunch with Lisa Jewell – More info here. Tickets available in Caxton Books, 55 Connaught Avenue
Saturday 22nd November – Dinner with Ian Dale Book Event – Book at Caxton Books
Saturday 29th November – Christmas Market – 11am until 3pm
I know I always say this but if you want to get on court during the tournament week, please do book your courts. If you’d like to use the gym and you’re an AAA, Life or Gym member please book an induction and for children who want to swim… the swimming spaces are bookable online. Croquet, walking football, pickleball and all our classes continue. All details are on the website or via the office. If you’re visiting, please do ensure you pay the booking fees or sign up for Membership. And please do sign in your guests.
Finally, just to say that as summer begins, the Poolside Kitchen will have its summer opening hours. Why not pop down for a tasty lunch!
I told you we were busy! Have a terrific week.
James Max
Club Chairman
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