7 April 2008
Croquet call-out for Hampstead Heath
The City of London Corporation is laying out a public croquet
lawn on Hampstead Heath and is calling out for croquet enthusiasts
– whether novice or expert – to help create a club.
The new, small lawn (20 by 16 yards) will be on the site of a
disused putting green next to the tennis courts at Golders Hill
Park and will be prepared and managed by the City Corporation. The
facility, which will operate on a trial basis, should be ready for
use before the end of May.
The City Corporation is encouraging the establishment of a club
to help administer the new facility, to arrange introductory
lessons for those new to the game and to organise competitions and
other events.
A short information sessions for anyone interested in playing on
the Heath will be held on Saturday 19 April from 11am at
Golders Hill Park tennis courts. All are welcome – especially those
with previous experience or those keen to help get the club going.
More information is available from Superintendents’ Office on 020
7332 3322 or email
heathcroquet@hotmail.co.uk.
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Press enquiries: Lesley Mair, City of London
T: 020 7332 1754
M: 07785 528 453
E:
lesley.mair@cityoflondon.gov.uk