TENNIS courts in four parks across Edinburgh have been officially reopened following £190,000 worth of renovations.
Managed by the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA), the work was funded by the City of Edinburgh Council, the UK Government, and the LTA Tennis Foundation.
The 13 courts – at Inverleith, Victoria Park, Leith Links, and St Margaret’s Park – have undergone ‘extensive’ work to ensure viability for years to come, including resurfacing, repainting, new fencing, and a new gate system.
Julie Porter, chief operating officer at the LTA, said, “After months of hard work, we’re delighted to see park tennis courts across Edinburgh officially back open to the public, and in better shape than ever. Public tennis courts are such vital facilities for getting active and we want as many people as possible, of all ages and abilities, to pick up a racket and enjoy playing tennis. Thanks to this investment the sport will be opened up to more players, for years to come.”
