Discover Real Tennis - 700 years of history and still being played
Moreton Morrell Tennis Court, Moreton Morrell, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV35 9AL
Moreton Morrell real tennis court was built in 1905 for wealthy American Charles Garland as part of Moreton Hall (now part of Warwickshire College Group) whose entrance gates face those of the Court. The building is still largely in original form and continues to be regarded as one of the best playing real tennis courts in the world. No expense was spared externally or internally and “The Field” in 1913 described the building as being ahead of any other in the country in luxury of appointment.
Charles Tuller Garland came from one of the wealthiest families of 19th Century New York. His father was Vice-President of the First National Bank of New York and had directorships in cotton, oil, railway and coal companies. He married Margaret Williams of nearby Barford in 1903 and immersed himself in local country life, supporting several local sports activities including polo, cricket, football, hunting and racing. In the 50 years after his death in 1921, the court has passed through various hands and kept going by a small group of enthusiasts. Since the ‘70s it has grown into a flourishing club and is now a registered charity.
The club which has two professionals who run the tennis activities, arrange games for members, teach the game, and umpire important matches. The club hosts regular matches against the other clubs and is a favourite destination for touring players. A welcoming atmosphere provided by the club professionals and members is well known in real tennis circles.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 9:30am to 4:30pm
- Sunday 08 September:
- 9:30am to 4:30pm
- Saturday 14 September:
- 9:30am to 4:30pm
- Sunday 15 September:
- 9:30am to 4:30pm
Location & directions
Moreton Morrell Tennis Court, Moreton Morrell, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV35 9AL
- Directions:
- The club is on the south side of Moreton Morrell village. As you exit the village southwards up the hill past the church, the entrance is through wrought iron gates on the left hand side opposite the large iron gates of the entrance to Moreton Hall. What3words:///paddocks.focus.revealing
- Contact on day:
- Club Professional
- Telephone number:
- +441926651229
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Our 1905 building has steps at the entrance and inside and so is unfortunately not suitable for wheelchairs or anyone not able to use stairs.
Additional information
An opportunity to hit a real tennis ball on court may be available on 7th September if the court has not been booked. If you would like to do this, call the club professional beforehand on 01926 651229.
