“You cannot be serious!”

Even John McEnroe can’t believe it…

Use of our fantastic tennis court. All year round. Just £15.00*. For a whole year’s family membership? What’s not to like?

The weather’s improving; the days are longer; the court’s been treated and cleaned; and the bench has been replaced. So dig out your tennis racket, tennis balls and headband, and channel your inner Jack Draper or Emma Raducanu to take full advantage of this very special facility.

Set in a beautiful location – alongside our top-class cricket ground – it’s just a five-minute car ride away, and only 15 to 20 minutes’ walk across the fields. There’s plenty of free parking too, so get your friends and family together, take a picnic and make an afternoon of it!

Whether you glide, gazelle-like, over the court or stomp around like a hippo, throw off your inhibitions and have some good old-fashioned fun (nobody’s watching!).

To join and for more details, please contact Pam Wilson on pamwholcot800@gmail.com

* For Holcot residents (£30 per year for non-residents)

Romance fraud; stay alert

Victims lost more than £102 million last year, as criminals continue to exploit online relationships to manipulate people into transferring money.

Analysis shows that both men and women aged 55 to 74 experienced the greatest financial losses, accounting for almost half of the total amount stolen. Although men submitted a higher number of reports overall, women experienced higher individual losses, making up just over 40 per cent of the total value reported.

Learn to recognise the warning signs:
Be cautious of individuals who develop relationships very quickly or express strong feelings early on
  Be wary of excuses not to meet in person or to avoid live video calls
  Never send money, cryptocurrency or gift cards to someone you have not met face-to-face
  Be alert to requests linked to investments, medical emergencies or travel costs
  Speak to a trusted friend or family member if something feels unusual or pressured.

If you think that you’ve been targeted, please report it to Report Fraud or by calling 0300 123 2040. 

More information can be found here.