Ladies World Championships 2015

Current Champions:
Singles:  Claire Fahey (nee Vigrass)
Doubles:  Claire Fahey and Sarah Vigrass

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Welcome to the website page dedicated to news about the Ladies World Championships which will be held from 13th to 19th April 2015 at the Leamington Tennis Court Club in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire.

Plans for the World Championships are nearing completion -  entries have closed and the draws are now published  -  click here.  We are looking forward to welcoming players from Australia, France, Holland and the US as well as all the UK based entrants.  We have a record entry of 52 players across all the events on offer and we hope to see many more of you spectating, attending the social events (see below) and supporting throughout the week.
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We are particularly honoured that HRH the Earl of Wessex will attend the Finals and present the prizes on Sunday 19th April 2015.

See below for information about the format of any peripheral activities, social events and attractions in the surrounding areas.  We shall add further information as it becomes available.

We look forward to seeing you in Leamington at what promises to be a fantastic occasion.

Social Events:

There is a Welcome Reception on Monday 13th April 2015 at the Leamington Tennis Court Club from 18.00 to 20.00.  Pol Roger champagne has very generously donated Champagne to be served at this event.  Tickets are available at a cost of £10 per head.

On Saturday 18th April 2015, the Ladies World Championships Dinner is being held at the Club.  This will be a 3 course meal with wines very generously donated by Wineflow.  Guests are welcome and tickets are available for £50 per head.

On Saturday, lunch will be provided for people who wish to watch the semi-finals at a cost of £15 per head and on Sunday, there is a lunch, again at a cost of £15, for those wishing to attend the finals.  HRH the Earl of Wessex will be attending the finals and presenting the prizes.

If you would like to attend any of these events, please contact the LRTA requesting your tickets.
Many thanks to all our generous sponsors:

Accommodation in Leamington

If you would like accommodation with a local club member, please indicate this on your entry form.

Click here to download a list of local hotels recommended by the club and to get directions of how to get to the club.

Leamington Spa – host to the World Championships 2015

Leamington Tennis Court Club is situated in the middle of an attractive town with a rich history:  wide boulevards, Georgian and Edwardian architecture and expansive, award-winning parks provide a sophisticated backdrop to this Regency shopping paradise.  Often described as “the best bits of London, all in a ten-minute walk”, Leamington town centre combines a treasure-trove of independent, specialist boutiques with all the national chains you would expect to find in a large city.  There is a rich choice of restaurants and some of the country’s best spas and salons.  But Leamington is not just a haven for those seeking retail therapy:  there are a host of other attractions in and around the town.
To give you a flavour:
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  • The Cotswolds are not far away - an area scattered with small pretty towns and villages and among the lovely countryside you can find a wealth of interesting places to visit, including magnificent castles, ancient churches, glorious gardens, stately homes and historic houses.  www.visitcotswolds.co.uk

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  • Charlecote Manor: home to the Lucy family since the 12th century.  A superb Tudor house, beautiful gardens and landscape deer park inspired by “Capability” Brown.  Just 20 minutes by car from Leamington. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/charlecote-park.
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  • Warwick Castle: Europe’s best-preserved medieval castle dating back to 1068: www.warwick-castle.com.  The castle and grounds are well worth a visit as is the Lord Leycester Hospital which is in Warwick itself.  Just a 15 minute car journey from Leamington.
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And in Royal Leamington Spa itself there are always a host of attractions:  the Tourist Information Centre is situated in the historic Royal Pump Rooms on The Parade (well worth a visit in itself).  Here you will find people who will be only too happy to help and provide you with current information on things to see and do: www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Leamington-Spa-Leamington-Visitor-Information-Centre.  This town situated in the heart of Shakespeare Country has entertainment all year round; you can shop til-you-drop, make your taste buds tingle with the local cuisine, visit attractions and events, and really see the true culture of the area. 
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And of course there is Real Tennis!  The Club in Leamington Spa itself is rich in history:  established in 1846, it took inspiration from London clubs such as Whites, Boodles and the Reform.  Its creation enabled Warwickshire gentry and the officers of Cavalry Regiments based nearby to meet, dine, drink and engage in a variety of sports and pastimes.  It only opened its doors to lady members in September 2008 so the 2015 Ladies’ Real Tennis Championships will be a special occasion!  http://www.leamingtonrealtennis.co.uk.  
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There is also the lovely hall and court at Moreton Morrell to visit and play - built in 1905 for a wealthy American Charles Garland, it boasts a rare Bickley floor – Joseph Bickley went to his grave without revealing the “recipe” for his floors! www.mmtcc.org.  Few Tennis Clubs can boast such imposing ambiences in which to play as Leamington and Moreton Morrell.