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Professional Tour level racquet stringing for tennis, squash, badminton & racquetball, based in Shotley Bridge.

Drop off locations - Maiden Castle Durham, Silksworth Tennis Centre, Durham Moor TC, Stocksfield Golf Club
Tennis, squash and badminton restringing and racquet servicing.

31/10/2026

The start of the National League sees our M1s in action at Superweekend over the next couple of days!!!

Saturday 31st | 13:00pm start | Stirling
Sunday 1st | 13:00pm start | Nottingham

Let’s go Durham!! 🔥💜

31/10/2026

I will soon be selling off all of my non stringing stock, racquets, bags, balls, shoes, accessories, photos will be posted on here with prices. If anyone in the Consett area is in need of some tennis, padel and badminton equipment please ask them to message me

21/10/2026

**Fancy a game of Squash? **

We have a great opportunity to try squash, improve your fitness and have fun on court. Whether you’re picking up a racket for the first time or returning to the game, all abilities are welcome. Suitable for ages 16+ and all equipment is provided.

Session information:

-Saturday 14th November

10am–11.30am

-Saturday 21st November

10am–11.30am

Venue: Consett Leisure Centre

All Delivered by Consett Squash Club

Places are FREE but limited, and booking is essential.

To book your place, email [email protected]

04/10/2026

16/09/2026

Have you tried our walking tennis session out at The Louisa Centre yet?

We play every Monday, starting at 10am - 11am⌚

This is for those who would like to play tennis but with a gentler pace to it and is great for anyone who is looking to keep active in a safe way 🎾

We have plenty of laughs and water breaks are included!

✅ First session FREE
💷 Just £3.50 per session thereafter
Already a Thrive or Move+ member? You’re in — no payment required!
Not a member yet? No problem! Simply sign up for a FREE Move membership and join the session.

Any questions please email [email protected]

21/08/2026

🎾 NEW TO DURHAM UNIVERSITY? GET YOUR RACKET READY FOR TRIALS! 🏸

Heading to Durham University and joining a tennis, badminton or squash club?

Don’t turn up to trials or pre-season with tired, broken or worn-out strings!

Professional restringing for:

🎾 Tennis🏸 Badminton⚫ Squash

Whether you're preparing for freshers' trials, university club trials or pre-season training, get your racket feeling fresh and ready to perform.

✅ Professional stringing✅ Choice of strings & tensions✅ Fast 24–48 hour turnaround✅ Local to Durham✅ Drop-off & collection available at Maiden Castle, Durham

📱 07493 032229

Get your racket sorted before trials — and start university ready to play.
Team Durham
Durham University Badminton Club
Durham University Tennis Club

01/08/2026

23/07/2026

📣 Calling all coaches!!! 📣

Looking for a rewarding role alongside your studies? Want to gain further coaching qualifications? Join our student coaching team and support your fellow students while developing valuable leadership, communication and coaching skills.

✔️ Flexible hours around studies
✔️ Enhance your CV
✔️ Make a positive impact in the student community
✔️ Earn whilst you study

Apply now - link in bio!! ⭐️

For more information, please contact our programme coordinator
📧 [email protected]

14/07/2026

🏸 FREE COACHED BADMINTON SESSION AT BIRTLEY LEISURE CENTRE 🏸

Ready to pick up a racket and give badminton a go? Join us at Birtley Leisure Centre during our Team England National Sporst Weeeknd for a FREE coached badminton session led by an experienced coach.

Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to improve your skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn new techniques, build confidence on court, and get expert tips from a qualified coach in a fun and welcoming environment.

📅 Saturday 18th July
🏸 Coached Badminton Session
⏰ 12pm - 1pm

Places are limited, so book now via the Better UK app or website using the Open Weekend booking option.

For more information about the sessions running at Birtley Leisure Centre, please visit the Better UK app or our website using the link below: https://brnw.ch/21x47mZ

07/07/2026

Address

Riverside
Consett
DH80HY

Opening Hours

Monday	4am - 10pm
Tuesday	9am - 10pm
Wednesday	9am - 10pm
Thursday	9am - 10pm
Friday	4am - 10pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	6am - 5pm

Telephone

+447493032229

Website

https://linktr.ee/theracquetman

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