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Our vision is to be the Go-To Club for playing Tennis, Squash, Racketball and Bowls, whilst connecting our local community through sport, friendship and wellbeing. We offer a vibrant coaching set up supporting players at all levels of ability. We encourage members to participate in our thriving programme of internal, local, county, regional and national competitions, both as individuals and representing Team Connaught.
Our mission is to promote an inclusive welcoming environment for members and their guests to: enjoy playing sport, develop their skills, achieve their sporting aims and be the best players they can be!
We are committed to providing the best possible facilities and coaching to enrich the sporting experience of all our Tennis, Squash, Racketball, Bowls, Gym and Social members.
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The Connaught was originally established as a Tennis Club in 1885 and is steeped in a rich and varied history. We have 2 indoor hard courts, 6 outdoor acrylic courts (2 of which are covered during the winter season by an inflatable dome) and 1 clay court.
The club runs a large number of mens, ladies & mixed teams, as well as doubles & single internal leagues. We also run competitions for juniors and adults. Club Afternoons on Tuesdays & Thursdays provide an opportunity for social tennis. Just turn up and play!
The Club has an in-house coaching team that caters for complete beginners to players with ambitions to play on the pro-circuit.
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The Squash section was introduced at the Connaught in 1970. We have four courts, two of which are glass backed. One of the glass backs is an exhibition court with seating for 100 spectators.
We offer both squash & racketball and welcome players of all ages and levels. As well as internal leagues, the club also runs mens & ladies teams throughout the year, and hosts a number of competitions for both adults and juniors.
The Club has an in-house coaching academy that caters for all abilities from complete beginners to international standard.
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Connaught Bowls is a friendly Club and caters for all levels of bowling for its members. There are casual roll-ups between friends, internal club leagues, friendly games with other clubs and, more competitively, fiercely fought district leagues, internal competitions, and then a variety of very competitive county and national competitions which members compete in, all hoping to reach the National Finals which are held at Leamington Spa in August.
New members of all ages and standards are welcome to join. Beginners are always welcome and free advice and instruction is always available if required. The outdoor bowls season runs from April to September, when we then have ‘short mat’ bowls in the main pavilion twice a week during the winter months.
Bowls Members are also members of the Connaught Club itself and have full access to the Club bar and social events that are held throughout the year. There are regular quizzes and occasional ‘themed’ events and suppers that are always popular.
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Courts full, energy high, and some great rallies all evening!
Always a brilliant night with the Connaught squash crew 🙌
Fancy joining next time? Everyone’s welcome!
#SquashAtConnaught #ConnaughtClub #SquashLife
Courts full, energy high, and some great rallies all evening!
Always a brilliant night with the Connaught squash crew 🙌
Fancy joining next time? Everyone’s welcome!
#SquashAtConnaught #ConnaughtClub #SquashLife
An Evening with Samantha Smith
We’re thrilled to welcome back Sam Smith — former Connaught member, three-time British Ladies’ No.1, Olympian, and one of tennis’s most respected broadcasters.
Join us for an inspiring evening as Sam shares stories from life on court and behind the microphone, followed by a live Q&A. 🎾✨
🗓 Friday 21st November
🕢 7:30pm
📍 The Connaught Club
🎟 Adults £15 | Children £10
Book your spot via enquiries@connaughtclub.co.uk
#ConnaughtClub #TennisEvening #SamanthaSmith #TennisLife #TennisCommunity #SportsTalk #BBCSport #TennisLegend #ChingfordEvents
An Evening with Samantha Smith
We’re thrilled to welcome back Sam Smith — former Connaught member, three-time British Ladies’ No.1, Olympian, and one of tennis’s most respected broadcasters.
Join us for an inspiring evening as Sam shares stories from life on court and behind the microphone, followed by a live Q&A. 🎾✨
🗓 Friday 21st November
🕢 7:30pm
📍 The Connaught Club
🎟 Adults £15 | Children £10
Book your spot via enquiries@connaughtclub.co.uk
#ConnaughtClub #TennisEvening #SamanthaSmith #TennisLife #TennisCommunity #SportsTalk #BBCSport #TennisLegend #ChingfordEvents
The Essex Men’s 60s, featuring three Connaught members, edged South Wales 3–2 in Southampton on Saturday 25 October to keep the crown.
Squad: Howard McGuiness (Clearview), Peter Mott (Gidea Park), Alan Kemp (Brentwood Lawn), Jon Oates (Frinton), Peter Burgess (Connaught) and captain Ernie Stoker (Connaught). Big shout to Dave Taylor (Connaught) for his role in the league-stage win v Kent.
Across the campaign: just 4 rubbers conceded from 30, with wins over Surrey, Middlesex, Kent, Bristol & Avon and Oxfordshire. Proud of our team and our Connaught trio. 👏🎾
#ConnaughtClub #TeamConnaught #EssexTennis #NationalChampions #SeniorsTennis
The Essex Men’s 60s, featuring three Connaught members, edged South Wales 3–2 in Southampton on Saturday 25 October to keep the crown.
Squad: Howard McGuiness (Clearview), Peter Mott (Gidea Park), Alan Kemp (Brentwood Lawn), Jon Oates (Frinton), Peter Burgess (Connaught) and captain Ernie Stoker (Connaught). Big shout to Dave Taylor (Connaught) for his role in the league-stage win v Kent.
Across the campaign: just 4 rubbers conceded from 30, with wins over Surrey, Middlesex, Kent, Bristol & Avon and Oxfordshire. Proud of our team and our Connaught trio. 👏🎾
#ConnaughtClub #TeamConnaught #EssexTennis #NationalChampions #SeniorsTennis
Weekend serves only!
Sun’s out, rackets up — the perfect way to spend a Saturday at The Connaught Club. ☀️💚
#ConnaughtClub #Tennis #Tennisclub
Weekend serves only!
Sun’s out, rackets up — the perfect way to spend a Saturday at The Connaught Club. ☀️💚
#ConnaughtClub #Tennis #Tennisclub
What a brilliant day at our Pickleball Launch Festival! 🎉
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. It was an amazing turnout with fantastic energy on court from start to finish.
Pickleball has officially arrived at The Connaught!
#pickleball #pickleballlondon #pickleballuk
What a brilliant day at our Pickleball Launch Festival! 🎉
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. It was an amazing turnout with fantastic energy on court from start to finish.
Pickleball has officially arrived at The Connaught!
#pickleball #pickleballlondon #pickleballuk
Huge congratulations to Jasmine Thirst, crowned both the Norfolk U23’s and Ladies Champion.
A fantastic achievement and a true reflection of her hard work and dedication on court.
#TheConnaughtClub #Squash #NorfolkSquash #Champion
Huge congratulations to Jasmine Thirst, crowned both the Norfolk U23’s and Ladies Champion.
A fantastic achievement and a true reflection of her hard work and dedication on court.
#TheConnaughtClub #Squash #NorfolkSquash #Champion
Over the weekend of 20/21 September the Club hosted an England Squash Junior Event. (only 6 take place per year across the Country). 180+ Junior players (under 19 years of age) took part. Play was continuous from 9am until 8pm on Saturday and 9am until 5pm on Sunday. Players included representatives from England , Wales and France with valuable ranking points available for those aiming to compete in the European and World Championships.
The event was expertly co-ordinated by the Clubs squash pro @robertthirstsquash
#squash #squashlondon #squashlife #squashlesson
Over the weekend of 20/21 September the Club hosted an England Squash Junior Event. (only 6 take place per year across the Country). 180+ Junior players (under 19 years of age) took part. Play was continuous from 9am until 8pm on Saturday and 9am until 5pm on Sunday. Players included representatives from England , Wales and France with valuable ranking points available for those aiming to compete in the European and World Championships.
The event was expertly co-ordinated by the Clubs squash pro @robertthirstsquash
#squash #squashlondon #squashlife #squashlesson
A huge congratulations to our Senior Mixed Champions from last weekend!
An incredible display of teamwork, skill, and passion for the game 🎾👏
#ConnaughtClub #TennisFamily #ClubChampions #MixedDoubles #SeniorTennis #ChingfordTennis
A huge congratulations to our Senior Mixed Champions from last weekend!
An incredible display of teamwork, skill, and passion for the game 🎾👏
#ConnaughtClub #TennisFamily #ClubChampions #MixedDoubles #SeniorTennis #ChingfordTennis
Step onto court with confidence through expert one-to-one coaching at The Connaught Club. Tailored sessions designed to refine your game in an exceptional setting. For more information or to book your session, contact enquiries@connaughtclub.co.uk
#TheConnaughtClub #ConnaughtTennis #ChingfordTennis #TennisCoaching #PrivateTennisLessons #OneToOneTennis #EppingForestTennis #LondonTennis #TennisLife #PlayTennis #GameSetMatch #ImproveYourGame #LoveTennis
Step onto court with confidence through expert one-to-one coaching at The Connaught Club. Tailored sessions designed to refine your game in an exceptional setting. For more information or to book your session, contact enquiries@connaughtclub.co.uk
#TheConnaughtClub #ConnaughtTennis #ChingfordTennis #TennisCoaching #PrivateTennisLessons #OneToOneTennis #EppingForestTennis #LondonTennis #TennisLife #PlayTennis #GameSetMatch #ImproveYourGame #LoveTennis
Sunshine, smiles, and plenty of tennis fun at Connaught Club! Nothing beats a morning on court with great company 💜☀️
#ConnaughtClub #TennisFamily #tennis #chingford
Sunshine, smiles, and plenty of tennis fun at Connaught Club! Nothing beats a morning on court with great company 💜☀️
#ConnaughtClub #TennisFamily #tennis #chingford
Back to school, back on court! 🎾
A new term is the perfect time to get moving again. Our junior sessions are designed to keep children active, build confidence, and develop their skills in a fun and supportive environment. Whether they’re picking up a racket for the first time or looking to improve their game, we’ve got something for everyone.
For more information or to book a session, email enquiries@connaughtclub.co.uk ✉️
#ConnaughtClub #BackToSchool #JuniorCoaching #tennis #tennislife #chingford
Back to school, back on court! 🎾
A new term is the perfect time to get moving again. Our junior sessions are designed to keep children active, build confidence, and develop their skills in a fun and supportive environment. Whether they’re picking up a racket for the first time or looking to improve their game, we’ve got something for everyone.
For more information or to book a session, email enquiries@connaughtclub.co.uk ✉️
#ConnaughtClub #BackToSchool #JuniorCoaching #tennis #tennislife #chingford
Noor played in her first u16s grade 3 competition this week and won the tournament.
Well done Noor 👏
#Tennis #TennisPlayer #TennisLife #JuniorTennis #TennisFamily #TennisLove #TennisJourney #FutureChampion #TennisGoals #RisingStar #TennisTraining #TennisCommunity #TennisMatch #TennisStar #LTA
Noor played in her first u16s grade 3 competition this week and won the tournament.
Well done Noor 👏
#Tennis #TennisPlayer #TennisLife #JuniorTennis #TennisFamily #TennisLove #TennisJourney #FutureChampion #TennisGoals #RisingStar #TennisTraining #TennisCommunity #TennisMatch #TennisStar #LTA
Location
Our address is Barn Hoppett, Rangers Road, Chingford, E4 7QH
You will find us opposite The Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge on Rangers Road. Turn on to the gravel road for 50m before taking the left-hand fork onto a tarmac road that leads to the car park.
Please note the car park is owned and maintained by the Corporation of London as part of Epping Forest and there is a charge for using it, although there are concessional rates for Connaught Members. Blue Badge holders and motorcyclists can park for free. There is also the option of parking in the nearby residential streets followed by a 5-to-10-minute walk.
If travelling by public transport we are a 10 to 15 walk from the Chingford train & bus station. Trains arrive every 15 minutes from Liverpool Street and there are numerous buses terminating at Chingford.
If cycling we do have secure bike stands within the complex.
News and Events
Get all the latest news about what is happening at The Connaught Club and look back at some of our past events.
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