Hambledon Tennis Court

20/05/2022

An amazing auction of promises list. Bid in advance or at the Hambledon Tennis Court fundraising event tonight.

HAMBLEDON TENNIS GRAND SLAM AUCTION OF PROMISES!
1 Indian Head Massage for one by Belinda Johnson, either in your home or at 12 East Street (wherever you can switch off and relax).
It takes just under an hour and involves the upper back, shoulder, neck, head and face.
2 A morning or afternoon jewellery making lesson for 2 people with David Corben at Benches Studio, Hambledon. You will have the opportunity to make silver earrings / ring / pendant depending on ability and time. http://www.benchesstudio.co.uk
3 Cream tea for 4 (with local delivery) from Boozy Bakers. Cream tea consists of freshly baked fruit scones with Rhodda’s clotted cream and Tiptree strawberry jam, and cup cakes (flavour to be agreed on ordering). https://www.boozybakers.co.uk
4 A case of 12 bottled Jubilicious beer brewed especially for the Queen’s 70th Jubilee by Bowman Ales. https://www.bowman-ales.com
5 A bespoke, luxury door wreath for Christmas from Butterfly Blooms of Hambledon, lovingly made using locally grown materials. Beautiful design incorporating herbs, spices, fruits and fairy lights. https://www.butterflyblooms.co.uk
6 Children’s books ‘How to Make a Rainbow ’and ‘Pirates in Pyjamas’ signed and with a dedicated message to the child in the inside cover by local author, Caroline Crowe.
7 Bag a shot of your nearest and dearest with a family portrait by local photographer Chris Dixon.
8 Choose 10 individual tubs of award winning Jersey dairy ice creams from Meadow Cottage,courtesy of Traditional Ice Cream Tricycles. https://julie5030.wixsite.com/traditionalicecream
9 Fortnum & Mason ‘The Jubilee Tea Party Hamper’ donated by De Mellow & Co Wealth Management https://www.fortnumandmason.com/the-jubilee-tea-party Bids to begin at £100.
10 Stunning 60x45x41cm Union Flag tig-welded metal coffee table created by Hambledon’s super-talented Eddie Vincent. Instagram
11 A once in a lifetime chance to savour a re-make of Mr Luard’s winning Gentleman’s Cake from the Summer Hort Soc Show’21.
12 Private Yoga Flow & Brunch for 2 with Fran Pennant at Hook Vinney (to be arranged at a mutually convenient time). Instagram:
13 A copy of‘ Our Story Reg & Ron Kray with Fred Dinenage’. Signed by Fred.
14 Head off on a pro tour for two of Hambledon Vineyard and finish with a tasting of their sparkling wines. https://hambledonvineyard.co.uk


15 Celebrate like a champion with a bottle of Hambledon Vineyard’s finest Classic Cuvee Rosé. https://hambledonvineyard.co.uk
16 A one-hour serving master class on Hambledon’s very own centre court with tennis coach Michael Farrell.
17 Your child’s next birthday could be a ball with this swimming party for them and seven friends courtesy of the Hill-Reids. You get your own private use of the pool, a birthday tea and fizz for the adults. For children aged 5-13 and they must be supervised.
18 Six trays of delicious chocolate brownies, freshly baked just for you by Caroline Crowe, either once a month for six months or twice a month for three months.
19 Take advantage of the chance to have your favourite Hambledon view painted by ace local artist, Jonny Hancox.
20 Beautiful Trachycarpus Fortunei Palm Tree grown from seed by Palms UK Horticultural Ltd in their Hambledon Nursery. Totally hardy to the UK weather! Approximately 4ft tall. http://www.palmsuk.co.uk/
21 Four pilates classes with Rhian at Rebalance Pilates, Whitedale Farm, Hambledon. https://www.rebalance-pilates.co.uk
22 Set yourself up with a private riding lesson from qualified instructor Sarah Ritchie. (Lesson to take place in a ménage, rider max weight 10 stone.)
23 For all the gardeners out there courting the idea of pro flowerbeds this summer, we have a large pile of horse manure up for grabs – many thanks Mark and Jenny Buckett.
24 Tallulah Fox (based in Petworth, owned by Dave and Tiff in East Street) are generously offering six hand-blown and engraved crystal champagne saucers. https://tallulahfox.co.uk
25 Nine red, white and blue bespoke Jubilee candles also from Dave and Tiff. https://tallulahfox.co.uk
26 Will Stanton of William Stanton Art is offering a pastel pet portrait...a perfect addition to the family gallery! https://whstanton.com/about/
27 Two-night mid-season (or low-season) weekday stay for two people at Wriggly Tin, Hambledon. http://wrigglytinhuts.co.uk
28 Mini family (max of six) photo shoot with Olive Williams. Digital images provided.
29 For all you crafty, hands-on people out there: ‘From tree to stool in a weekend’! A stool- making weekend course for one at Rushmere Farm (accommodation not included). https://www.rushmerefarm.com/woodwork.html

30 Make a beautiful wooden spoon from local wood during this one day course at Rushmere Farm. https://www.rushmerefarm.com/woodwork.html
How to place your bids...
In advance - e-mail lot no. and your bid to either [email protected] or [email protected]
On the night (before the live auction) - info will be available in the Village Hall foyer Live auction - starts 9.30pm

17/05/2022

How about this for the auction on Friday? ‘The Jubilee Tea Party Hamper’ https://www.fortnumandmason.com/the-jubilee-tea-party-hamper?gclid=CjwKCAjwj42UBhAAEiwACIhADvxWwXgYAzU70ggX9AvMlC_eaVPmpBNPVsTsWK1xSWeoG_THfnNyvRoCRiQQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

generously donated by https://demellowandco.com

“The perfect hamper for anyone planning a delicious and indulgent teatime, this wonderful wicker is filled with Fortnum’s favourite and new creations alike – from plump, fruity preserves and sweetly buttery biscuits, to extraordinary teas ready for celebratory brewing. The Jubilee Tea Party starts here…”

Filled with tea, preserves, biscuits and more, The Jubilee Tea Party Hamper is perfect for anyone planning an indulgent teatime. Shop Platinum Jubilee.

17/05/2022

Still some tickets left for Friday at the village hall. Lots of amazing auction promises this year and the Black Start band have a superb play list lined up.

22/04/2022

This was a great success pre-pandemic. Please come along and support the tennis court that so many get to enjoy.

07/03/2022

07/03/2022

This Saturday in the village to support the preschool

30/10/2020

***Due to a severe weather warning tomorrow tennis has been cancelled***

08/07/2020

Tennis is back on from Saturday 11th July!

Revised details:

*There will be a maximum of 4 children on court at any one time.

*Minimum age is five. 3-4 year olds will have to wait a bit longer until social distancing is relaxed.

*Sanitizing hands before and after play is essential - please ensure your child takes sanitizer.

*Please bring a water bottle - no sharing allowed

*Please bring your own racquet if you have one. No problem if not - we will provide a quarantined racquet to each child.

*Please brief you child about the importance of social distancing - 2m. And that they should not touch their face

* All participants will have their name recorded and kept for 21 days in case Track and Trace is required.

There will be other games organised by parents off the court. So there won't be any hanging about whilst waiting to play.
Please choose a slot to turn up - there will be no bookings. If there are less than 4 children at any session, those who who have already played will be welcome to take part.
Please ensure the court is empty before the new players move onto the court.
Sadly there will be no Church provided coffee until COVID is over.

Timings are as follows:

First session 5-7s 0900 -0930.

Second Session for 5-7s 0930-1000

Third Session - First group 8-10s 1000- 1030 .

Fourth Session Second group 8-10s 1030-1100.

Fifth Session 11-16s 1100-1200

08/07/2020

Tennis is back on from Saturday!!

Please see the pinned post for details of revised times etc.

11/03/2020

**FUNDRAISER FRIDAY**

One of the band members, not from the village, returned from Italy last week and has not had the opportunity to undertake a CDC test for COVID-19 in good time to receive a result prior to this Friday, which means that the band is now unavailable. We agree with their decision not to take any chances and that we should postpone the event until the Autumn. Therefore, this Friday's evening will not go ahead as scheduled and we look forward to announcing a new date in the near future.

Any tickets purchased to date will be fully reimbursed (please let the team know if we have not already contacted you).

Best

Jo, Chris and Frank

09/03/2020

Don’t forget to get your tickets for the fundraiser this Friday!!! Frank and I have tickets or they are for sale at The Peoples Market. We really need your support to help make this event as successful as last year. Please share the event and grab some tickets. Thank you 🎾

04/03/2020

Drum roll!! Next Friday (13th) auction of promises list has been announced!! Please come along on the night and support the fundraising or contact us to make a bid before the night, thank you


1. ​The first lot is a real pile of sh*te…For all the groundsmen and women out there courting the idea of pro flowerbeds this summer, we have a large pile of horse manure up for grabs.

2. Your son or daughter’s next birthday could be a ball with this swimming party for them and seven friends courtesy of the Hill-Reids. You get your own private use of the pool, a birthday tea and fizz for the adults. It’s a win-win! (For children aged 5-13 and they must be supervised).

3. ​Celebrate like a champion with a bottle of Hambledon Vineyard’s finest rosé.

4. ​Get your bounce back with an amazing retreat day for four at Hook Vinney! Enjoy a 75-minute private Baptiste yoga flow followed by coffee / herbals and a snack and then grab your rackets for a few sets of tennis. Fran Pennant is even lobbing in a glass of rosé and a light lunch poolside to finish! (To be enjoyed during Summer 2020.)

5. ​Hard to find fault with a one hour's serving master class on Hambledon’s very own centre court with tennis coach Jay Smith.

6. ​What could rank higher than a day’s sailing on the Solent on a skippered private 42ft yacht? (Max numbers 8, minimum age 6. All safety gear provided. No previous experience required.)

7. ​Host a dinner party for eight without doing a stroke of work. Annie Berry and Caroline Crowe will knock up a three-course meal and serve you and your guests in the comfort of your own home. (Date to be mutually agreed within 12 months of the auction, Price of food included in the bid.)

8. ​Set yourself up with a private riding lesson from qualified instructor Sarah Ritchie. (Lesson to take place in a ménage, rider max weight 12 stone)

9. ​Drive out into the countryside with Geoff Hartridge in his V12, soft top, E Type Jaguar and take a break for lunch in a country pub.

10. Bag a frame shot of your nearest and dearest with a family portrait by local photographer Chris Dixon.

11. Head off on a pro tour of Hambledon vineyard and winery and finish with a tasting of two of their sparkling wines.

12. Take advantage of the chance to have your favourite Hambledon view painted by ace local artist Jonny Hancox.

13. Enjoy a mini-break for two (Fri- Mon) in the Folly, Hambledon, in October or November. Includes the use of a private indoor swimming pool if you need a deciding point…

14. A rare chance to net a ticket and be a (side)line judge at the Strictly Come Dancing live show on Saturday 7th November at Elstree Studios. One seat up for grabs, includes chauffeur driven transport.

15. This bid qualifies you for a Christmas tree delivered to your door from David Crossley’s estate. Any size between 8-15ft so perfect for any big hitters among you with room to spare.

16. Change balls for a doubles round of golf at Corhampton Golf Club.

17. Net a piece of Hambledon history with one or more of these recently retired cast aluminium street signs. Lots include:

two ‘West Street’ signs; and
one ‘Green Lane’ sign.