As we approach the end of the financial year, the Board has been reviewing our operating costs and discussing the annual membership fee adjustment. After considerable debate, we have agreed on an increase of 3.8%, effective from 1 April 2026. While this is slightly above current inflation, it remains lower than the increases applied in recent years, reflecting our commitment to balancing affordability with the need to maintain and improve our facilities. For more details of the changes click the following link.
Our energy costs continue to be significant, and those of you who pay attention to the details will have noticed several efficiency measures already introduced in the gym and squash courts. Small actions also make meaningful differences to our running costs and environmental footprint. We therefore ask our squash and tennis members to help us manage energy use responsibly by switching off the lights after your session or, when using the bubble or hard courts, notifying the bar staff so they can do this on your behalf.
For our tennis and squash members, a reminder to please book courts in advance to ensure fair access for all players. For tennis members who cannot book through ClubSpark, we will be introducing a pay‑before‑you‑play requirement for the bubble courts. This will help reduce no‑shows and ensure the courts are used efficiently, particularly during busy periods.
A quick update on padel. Despite continued objections to the project, we are working closely with the Council to review appropriate noise-mitigation measures. Discussions are progressing and we are hopeful that a decision will be made soon.
This Saturday we play our final match in the Winter League against our nearest challengers, Dedham. A victory is likely to secure us top spot, so good luck to Elliot, Shiho, Dominic and Tina.
Last but by no means least, there is, as always, plenty going on at the Club. Last weekend’s Quiz Night was a great success, followed by a sumptuous Chinese New Year offering on Saturday. Thank you to everyone who joined in and helped create such a lively atmosphere.
Sports and Services!
Food Offering!
It’s been a great couple weeks with our new bar food offering. It’s great to see an empty pie cabinet and it looks like everyone is enjoying the pastries, pies and breakfast offers. Like everything, we are always open to feedback, so please do discuss with Mark and the team at the bar if there is anything else we can be doing and we will see what we can do!
Colchester and District Tennis League 2026!
A reminder that summer isn’t that far away and we will have plenty of teams competing in the Ladies, Men’s and Mixed divisions in the Colchester & District League again this year. If you would like to be considered for one of the teams, there is a sign-up sheet on the tennis board or email tennis@fosltc.com. Teams will be selected at the captains meeting in March.
Racketlon Tournament
Unfortunately, due to a lack of numbers, the Racketlon tournament this Sunday has been cancelled! It will be back and we will let you know when we have organised a new date.
Footy Tennis
In the evening of Tuesday 17th March, we will be hosting our first ever doubles footy tennis tournament at the Club. It’s a blend of football, tennis and volleyball (without racquets and no hands) played in the service area of the tennis court. Five points, three touches and one bounce. Start finding yourself a partner and join us for some fun under the floodlights and hopefully some St. Patrick Day celebrations afterwards.
TNT Sports
It’s a busy one this week on the football scene!
The viewing kicks off this week on Saturday 28th February at 12.30pm with Bournemouth v Sunderland. On Tuesday 3rd March we will be showing the first of two Wolves v Liverpool matches at , 8.15pm. On Wednesday 4th March there are a whole host of games at 7.30pm, and we are planning to show Man City v Nottingham Forest, but please speak to the bar if you think that there would be a better match to watch..
On Thursday 5th March we have Tottenham Hotspur v Crystal Palace, kick off 8pm and to cap off the week, its back to Molineux to watch the Wolves v Liverpool rematch in the FA Cup, kick off 8pm.
What’s happening at FOSLTC!
Music Bingo!
TONIGHT is our Music Bingo, and spaces are available!! Get ready for a night of tunes, laughs, and a little friendly competition. It puts a musical twist on the classic game – swapping numbers for tunes!
Great music, great fun, and plenty of laughs guaranteed!
£5pp for 2 games, payable on the night. Arrival from 7pm. To reserve your seat, click HERE
Mother’s Day!
Join us on 15th March as we honour all the wonderful mums, grandmas, and mother figures. Make it a day full of love, laughter, and special memories. £33pp (Children £16.50pp). Enjoy a fabulous 2 Course Sunday Lunch prepared by our caterers, At Your Place Catering. And listen to live music from local duo Frankie & Lou (1pm – 3pm) To book, head to the club office or online HERE
Signature Wedding Package
Our Signature Wedding Packages for 2026 & 2027 weddings, are still available at our special offer rates, starting from just £5,499! Designed to make planning your perfect day simple, seamless, and truly unforgettable.
Whether you’re just beginning your wedding journey or looking for a refined, all-in-one option, this package is designed to take the stress out of planning while creating a day that feels uniquely yours.
To view the package please click HERE and if you’d like arrange a visit, we’d love to hear from you. Please email rebecca@fosltc.com or call 01255 674055 to book a show round.
Other Upcoming Events at the Club
- Wednesday 4th March – Gold Valuation Day 12pm – 2pm, By Forever Gold.
- Tuesday 17th March – St Patricks day bar offers!
- Friday 20th March – Quiz Night! £2pp, teams of up to 6 people. Quiz starts at 7.30pm. Winning team gets a £40 bar tab to celebrate! To book, speak to the office or book HERE
- Easter Weekend (4th-5th April) – More info coming soon….
- Saturday 11th April – Spring Market, 11am – 3pm. Stalls available to book please email rebecca@fosltc.com
- Sunday 19th April – Frinton Jazz Club presents Liane Carroll at 1.30pm – Multi Jazz Award winning Vocalist/pianist. Tickets availableHERE
The Board
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