Harrogate Spa Tennis Centre Ltd

Harrogate Spa Tennis Centre Ltd is a registered charity and private company limited by guarantee based in Harrogate, England. It operates as a nonprofit organisation dedicated to promoting community participation in healthy recreation through the provision of tennis facilities and related activities.

History and Overview

Originally established in 1947 as the Spa Lawn Tennis Club, the organisation has evolved into Harrogate Spa Tennis Centre (HSTC). It was initially located in what is now the car park of the Old Swan Hotel, Harrogate. The current entity, Harrogate Spa Tennis Centre Ltd, was incorporated on 7 June 2013 as a company limited by guarantee and is registered with the Charity Commission under number 1154633.

Facilities

Harrogate Spa Tennis Centre offers extensive tennis and related sports facilities, including:

• Six floodlit tennis courts comprising three artificial grass courts and three porous macadam courts
• Two covered padel courts
• A pavilion with a café
• Ample car and cycle parking
• Wheelchair accessible facilities

These amenities cater to a broad community of tennis enthusiasts and are available to members and the public on a 'pay and play' basis. The club prides itself on being an LTA (Lawn Tennis Association) Registered Venue, ensuring it meets national standards for a safe and inclusive playing environment.

Activities and Community Engagement

The centre runs an extensive coaching programme delivered by LTA-accredited coaches, Strive Tennis, catering to all ages and skill levels—from beginner juniors to advanced adult players. The programme includes group sessions, individual coaching, competitions, leagues, and children’s camps.

The club is committed to social inclusion and community support, notably providing:

• Free coaching to year groups from Harrogate High School
• Weekly tennis fun sessions for local children with learning disabilities
• A social atmosphere aimed at making it Harrogate’s most sociable tennis club

Surplus revenues generated by the organisation are reinvested in the facilities and community programmes, in line with its charitable mission.

Governance

Harrogate Spa Tennis Centre Ltd is governed by a board of volunteer trustees. The company operates without share capital and any profits are dedicated toward furthering its charitable objectives.

Recognition

The organisation is recognised both as a charity and as a sports facility operator, with its SIC codes including the operation of sports facilities (93110), activities of sports clubs (93120), and fitness facilities (93130).

This summary presents Harrogate Spa Tennis Centre Ltd as a community-focused, well-established nonprofit promoting tennis and recreation in Harrogate through quality facilities, inclusive programmes, and volunteer governance[1][2][3][5].

[1] https://spatennis.org.uk [2] https://spatennis.org.uk/about-our-club/ [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=1154633&subid=0 [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5042160/contact-information [5] https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/08561467