Welcome to Durham & Cleveland LTA

Our purpose is to support clubs, venues and coaches across our area in the delivery of top quality tennis, accessible to all. We work with the LTA to deliver its vision of Tennis Opened Up, increasing participation in our wonderful sport by making it relevant, accessible, welcoming and enjoyable.

We hope you will find what you are looking for on these pages. If not, or you still have questions, please contact us at admin@dclta.org

 

Durham & Cleveland News Updates

Below is a selection of our latest news. For all news updates, please go to our news page:

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Vacancy for Treasurer at DCLTA

Do you have financial expertise and a passion for tennis? DCLTA is seeking a volunteer Treasurer to help shape the future of tennis across the county as our current post-holder steps down at the end of 2026.

Find out more and apply for the role by reading the full job advertisement on our News page.

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Court Craft - Workforce Development Centre

Court Craft are our official LTA Workforce Development Centre delivering the LTA’s Tennis, Padel and Officiating, Qualifications, along with continuous professional development (CDP) opportunities. They pride themselves in delivering high quality courses and professional services across the North region.

Please visit their website for all information:

Court Craft Website

Welcoming Vermont as a new County Sponsor

Durham and Cleveland LTA are delighted to be sponsored by Vermont, and look forward to partnering with Vermont/Net World Sports on new County clothing.

News Page

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Schofield, Honorary President of Durham & Cleveland County LTA. John died peacefully and without pain at the age of 90.

Read John’s Story

Safe to Play

Safe to Play is an innovative safeguarding awareness campaign to help keep those involved in sport safe. Its purpose is to ensure all parents, players and coaches are aware of the signs of abuse, how to report a concern and how to keep themselves, children and at-risk adults safe.

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LTA Youth Start

Who’s ready to Level Up? LTA Youth Start is for kids aged 4-11 years who are new to tennis. We’ll help teach kids new life skills, developing them as both players and people.

 

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Sponsorship Opportunities

 

Durham & Cleveland is delighted to have the support of its sponsors and we are very appreciative of their commitment. It enables us to support our many activities and programmes.

We would welcome other businesses or individuals wishing to sponsor Durham & Cleveland Tennis. Please contact our Chair, Tony Pensom via chair@dclta.org.uk who will be pleased to discuss the opportunities available and the benefits we can offer.