News in Congleton

Wednesday, 2nd June 2021, is the first ever 'National u3a Day' which will celebrate the learning, activity and fun that happens every day in u3as across the country.

Congleton & District U3A was formed in 1998 and membership now stands at approximately 1,300.

Congleton Lawn Tennis Club chair Rob McNinch was pleased to see the energy and enthusiasm around the club at the moment.

All those months of practising serves over the washing line are having an effect but whatever it is Rob hopes it continues, and it's great to see so many of the courts full of players at the moment.

Congleton Lawn Tennis Club's 2021 Presidents Trophy took place yesterday (Sunday, 25th April).

The players who took part enjoyed perfect tennis weather with the sun shining throughout.

Astbury Golf Club recently lost a "marvellous" member.

Harry Gannon was a "club character" who joined the club in 1967. He was a four handicapper, a team player and organiser, he served as a director and captain and eventually became a life member.

Congleton Town saw off Hellenic League Division One West opponents Malvern Town in a tight FA Vase clash to set up a meeting with Northern League side Hebburn Town in round five.

With Covid restrictions in place no fans were allowed into Booth Street on Saturday where an opening minute Aaron Johns goal was enough for the Bears to progress into the next round.

Twenty-four club members braved the cold temperatures on Wednesday (7th April) to take part in Congleton Lawn Tennis Club's first tournament of the 2021/22 season - the Spring Fun Tournament.

Played as a timed tournament over five rounds the tennis was of a good quality and played in a friendly, competitive manner as members tried to reach the knockout stages.

Tennis has resumed at Congleton Lawn Tennis Club and the club is thrilled to report that it already has 20 partnerships in place for the 2021 season.

Bare Health, on High Street, Congleton, have signed up to work with the club and as such have become partner number twenty.

Astbury Golf Club has received Safe Golf accreditation demonstrating the club's commitment to safeguarding children and young people.

The accreditation also includes adults at risk which ensures that all people have a fun safe and positive experience.

Cheshire Lawn Tennis Association held its award ceremony for 2020 last Friday via a YouTube video.

If you go through to 30 minutes you will find that they gave the lifetime achievement award jointly to Marion and John Doe in recognition of all their efforts for Congleton Lawn Tennis Club.

Congleton Lawn Tennis Club is thrilled to announce that it has launched a partnership with Congleton Eats,

With the club's memberships for 2021/22 now available to purchase via its website, all members who complete their membership by the end of April 2021 will be entered into a prize draw with a chance to win a £50 Congleton Eats voucher.