Great British Tennis Weekend returns in July

The final installment of the fun-filled Great British Tennis Weekend returns in July as thousands of families and friends hit the tennis courts in their local area for free.

On the 22^nd and 23^rd of July, Dorset parks and clubs will open their doors as the nation goes tennis crazy in the lead up to a fantastic summer of the sport.

Great British Tennis Weekend is the UK's biggest ever public tennis event and offers free tennis for anyone, whether you've never picked up a racket or haven't played for a while and want to get involved.

Held over two weekends, with the first taking place on the 13^th and 14^th May, the campaign aims to inspire people to get on court and take part in a variety of activities.

Players will be able to experience Cardio Tennis, Highland Spring Mini Tennis, coaching and much more – all for free.

Last year, more than 1,000 venues across the country hosted an event with almost 60,000 people playing tennis for free in all corners of Great Britain.

Great British Tennis Weekend 2017 dates:

• Saturday 22^nd - Sunday 23^rd July

Try tennis this weekend at a venue near you. Reserve your free place at www.lta.org.uk/gbtw