JULY CLUB NEWS

JM GLENDINNING NEWS

What services can I expect from my Independent Financial Adviser (IFA)?

This is a fair question to ask as many people may never have used the services of an IFA and others have felt intimidated when financial products and the sales people promoting them have sometimes used dubious sales tactics.

JM Glendinning Group is essentially a family owned business who's roots go back over 35 years. We have always been based in the Wharfe Valley area and a lot of our clients have been with us for many years and have been so happy with the level of service and advice we have provided that they have also referred family, friends and business colleagues to us. Our 'Group Values' and aims are to exceed clients expectations and deliver on our promises and to offer quality, integrity and expertise. In summary it is all about putting our customers first, making sure that we take their needs into account in every aspect of our business and treating our client as we would want to be treated.

JM Glendinning Life + Pensions Ltd focus on our aim to help individual and corporate clients aspire to and fulfil all their financial planning needs and objectives.

Our areas of expertise include:

* Cash flow forecasting and lifestyle planning to help establish a strategy which aims to meets all your current and future needs and objectives.

* All aspects of Tax Planning including Inheritance tax planning.

* The protection of you and your family and / or business in the event of premature death, critical illness, accident or injury.

* Retirement planning to help ensure you accumulate sufficient assets and income to enjoy a comfortable retirement. We can also advise you on all the pension income options at retirement.

* Investment planning advice to help you make the best use of tax allowances and implement a strategy to meet all your future requirements whilst also taking account of the level of risk you are comfortable with.

* The use of trusts to protect your wealth for you and future generations of your family.

* Our Mortgage service uses a software programme which has access to thousands of mortgage deals so we can provide independent advice on the best deal for you, whether it's for a new house purchase or a re-mortgage to raise finance for home improvements or other projects.

* Advice on a range of employee benefit solutions for businesses and their employees

I would emphasize that our initial consultation is at our expense and with no obligation on your behalf. For a chat or to arrange an initial meeting please contact Andy Holder or Richard carr on 01943 876631 or email lifeandpensions@jmgib.co.uk.

Please remember that your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

JM Glendinning (Life + Pensions) Ltd is an appointed representative of JM Glendinning (Insurance Brokers) Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.

JM Glendinng Group Men's International Tennis Tournament, part of the AEGON Pro Series (4th to 10th July)

This event starts this Sunday 4th July from 11am and will see players from over 30 countries battling it out for the men's singles and doubles titles and for world ranking points. Please come down and support this top level event. You can also enjoy the views of Ilkley moor from the cafe bar terrace whilst enjoying afternoon tea from as little as £4.95 per head. Pimms and strawberries and cream will also be on offer all week.

A separate International Tournament Flyer has been emailed out to all members to confirm what courts and facilities are avaialable to use during the tournament week. Most facilities and courts will be available, although there will be limited grass courts in use that week. You can also obtain a copy of this information flyer from reception. It is our aim to minimize disruption to members as much as possible but we hope that members will also come down, enjoy and watch the events and we welcome members and non members alike. Please also invite your friends and relatives to come and watch the great tennis action from the stand which will be erected on the grass courtside or why not watch the play with a relaxing drink from the comfort of the cafebar terrace.

Play will also go on into the evening on Tuesday 6th and Thursday 8th so why not come down after work and watch some top level play.

Member Events and Socials during the International Tournament

• Sunday 4th July – Men’s qualifying rounds for the International event/Men’s Wimbledon final screened in the café bar during the day followed by welcome DJ in the evening for our international guests. Why not watch the men’s final at Wimbledon from our new large screen and at the same time also enjoy some great live international matches here at the club as we host our international event? Pimms and strawberries will be on the menu all day and you can finish the day off by relaxing in the bar with our internationally acclaimed DJ who will be arriving at Ilkley from a spell DJing in Australia and Ibiza. It’s also a chance to meet and welcome some of our international guests.

• Monday 5th July- Men’s qualifying rounds for the International event during the day/Football World Cup semi-final at 7.30pm screened in the café bar It's a great day of sport, watch the matches for the international event followed by the football World Cup semi-final at 7.30pm screened in the cafe/bar- with food from the participating countries on offer.

• Tuesday 6th July- Men’s International Singles main draw/Football World Cup semi final at 7.30pm Main draw singles and doubles tournament play for the international event during the day and in the early evening- It's an opportunity for those working hard during the day to watch this great event. The Football World Cup semi-final will also be screened at 7.30pm in the cafe/bar- with food from the participating countries on offer.

Wednesday 7th July –Men’s International Singles and Doubles main draw/Pro Am tournament

• Thursday 8th July- Men’s International Singles and Doubles quarter finals Quarter finals day for the men’s singles and doubles events during the day and in the early evening – It's an opportunity for those working hard during the day to watch this great event followed by a quiz in the cafe/bar. Your chance to win a great cash prize!

• Friday 9th July- Men’s Singles and Doubles semi finals Following the men’s singles and doubles semi finals, enjoy a great evening relaxing in our bar with some chilled out music

• Saturday 10th July- Men’s Singles and Doubles finals/Club Closed finals Men’s singles and doubles finals day and alongside this the Club Closed Tennis Finals (sponsored by the Grammar School at Leeds). It's your opportunity to watch the men's singles and doubles international event from the grass court stand and also watch the best from the club also fight it out for the various titles. On finals morning (9am-11am) talented children who have been identified from local primary schools will also be invited to come to the club with the aim of finding the next Andy Murray. A prize of a year’s free coaching at the club will be given to the lucky winner of the event. Thanks to our principle sponsors The Grammar School at Leeds and our Club Closed Sponsors Fudge Hair Products and Jackpot.

County Cup

The prestigious Group 2 AEGON Summer County Cup event - also sponsored locally by the JM Glendinning Group where top British ladies from the 6 counties of Devon, Derbyshire, Lancanshire, Leicestershire, Warwickshire and Dorset will play for the title and for promotion to Group 1 next year takes place from the 19th to 23rd July. Please do come down and watch this standard of play.

JM Glendinning Group Ilkley Open, part of the AEGON British Tour (24th-31st July)

This event concludes the feast of tennis and with 30 events from the Men's and Ladies British Tour to national standard junior events (including mini tennis), veterans and handicap events this tournament will give members, whatever level, the chance to play in and/or watch top class tennis right here at the club.

Please pick up your entry form from reception or enter online at www.lta.org.uk. Closing date is the 8th July at 2pm. As well as Men’s and Ladies British Tour events (rating of 6.1 or higher) there are also junior and mini tennis events, veterans events, team player standard singles and doubles and handicap events so that whatever the standard and age of the player there is an event suitable for everyone. If you are unsure what event would be suitable for you, please speak to one of the coaches or the reception staff should be able to help. Please also see the Club’s Calendar of Events for details of all the various social events you can get involved with over this week and a further Ilkley Open tournament flyer will also be sent out to members.

Sponsorship of Ilkley's Festival of Tennis

Once again we thank title sponsors, the JM Glendinning Group. In addition our thanks go to Bradford Girls Grammar School who have recently come on board as a sponsor.

Social Events at the club betweeb 19th and 31st July-open to everyone!!!

Monday 19th July - Quiz from 8pm

Tuesday 20th July - Karaoke and DJ from 8pm

Thursday 22nd July - Ladies Night and Charity Auction in Aid on Make-A-Wish foundation. Tickets £10 available from reception.

Saturday 24th July- BBQ from 4pm

Monday 26th July-Quiz from 8pm

Tuesday 27th July- Wii Night from 8pm

Wednesday 28th July-Karaoke from 8pm

Friday 30th July-Live music. Tickets and info from the cafe bar

JUNE CLUB NEWS

JM GLENDINNING NEWS

Should my Mortgage be on my Lender’s Standard Variable Rate?

Since January 2010, some mortgage lenders have increased their standard variable rate for existing borrowers into double figures. This started with the small building societies but has since built momentum with some of the larger societies now increasing rates even though the Bank of England has not increased interest rates from 0.5% for over twelve months.

These changes have increased the confusion for some borrowers as to whether to stick with the standard variable rate or to switch onto either a tracker rate or fixed rate mortgage. Most borrowers have been happy to stick with the lenders standard variable, as rates have been stable and in a lot of cases lower than what borrowers have paid on fixed rates in the past! With a new Government in place and the changes made by several lenders, this approach should be re-appraised.

It is against this backdrop that JMG are offering all Ilkley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club members and staff, a free mortgage review to help them decide whether the time is right to look at restructuring their mortgage payments, or if in fact they are still in the best place at this point in time.

We would encourage people to take advantage of this offer, and in the first instance to contact Paul Davison on 01943 876 631, his mobile 07798 655 492, or to e-mail him on paul.davison@jmgib.co.uk

Please note that we do not charge a fee for our services, but receive a commission from the lender. Also, remember that your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

Club News – Offers for you and can we ask for your help?

During our exciting programme of events and tournaments over the summer we are inviting you as members to INTRODUCE a FRIEND to our club.

We would like you to e-mail info@iltsc.co.uk with the names and telephone numbers of any friends, family or colleagues who maybe interested in joining our club either as a full member or for one of the sections / categories. We will then ring them up and invite them in for a FREE CONSULTATION at a time to suit them and explain all about our fantastic club and what we have to offer. Just e-mail us at info@iltsc.co.uk and we will do the rest.

SUMMER SHAPE UP PACKAGE

We have an exciting package of fitness activities for you this summer;

TWO FITNESS CLASSES OF YOUR CHOICE

2 PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS

A NUTRITIONAL ASSESSMENT

2 for 1 ON ANY OF OUR FOOD DISHES IN THE CAFEBAR

FOR ONLY £25 for Members and £60 for Non-Members - PLACES ARE LIMITED so BOOK NOW. TEL RECEPTION on 01943 607182 to reserve your space - Terms and conditions apply.

NO JOINING FEE

Throughout Wimbledon (Monday 21st June to Sunday 4th July) there will be no joining fee on all new memberships* This is a saving of £80 for adults or £120 for couples so tell your friends and family. *Offer only applies to those who have not been members of the club in the previous 2 year period.

Ilkley’s Summer 2010 Festival of Tennis

This year, Ilkley will be playing host to three separate high profile events in the month of July in what we are billing as Ilkley’s Summer 2010 Festival of Tennis.

The action kicks off with the JM Glendinning Group Men’s International Tennis Tournament, part of the AEGON Pro Series (4th - 10th July) which will see players from over 30 countries battling it out for the men’s singles and doubles title and for world ranking points. This is closely followed by the prestigious Group 2 AEGON Summer County Cup event- also sponsored locally by the JM Glendinning Group (19th-23rd July) where top British ladies from the 6 counties of Devon, Derbyshire, Lancashire, Leicestershire, Warwickshire and Dorset will play for the title and for promotion to Group 1 next year. Hot on the heels of County Week, the JM Glendinning Group Ilkley Open, part of the AEGON British Tour will conclude this feast of tennis, (24th - 31st July) and with 30 events from the Men’s and Ladies British Tour to national standard junior events (including mini tennis), veterans and handicap events this tournament will again give members of whatever level, the chance to play in and/or watch top class tennis right here at the club.

Once again we thank title sponsors, the JM Glendinning Group together with secondary sponsors, Garbutt & Elliott Accountants, Last Cawthra Feather Solicitors, Appleyard Jaguar Bradford, Bradford Grammar School, Bolton Abbey Mowers, Priceless Print, Alan Picken (Business Transfer Agency), and Clough Tomblin for their fantastic support of these events.

We have always had a strong entry in our events…Tim Henman was a winner of the Junior Ilkley Open in the past and previous Wimbledon Champions, Amelie Mauresmo and Jamie Murray also played at Ilkley in our international event in 1994 and 2005, respectively.

A separate International Tournament Information Flyer will be emailed to all members this week which provides information on parking and availability of courts and facilities for all members during this event and a further flyer will be sent out to members ahead of County Week and the Ilkley Open. It is our aim to minimize disruption to members as much as possible but we hope that members will also come down, enjoy and watch the events and we welcome members and non members alike. Please also invite your friends and relatives to come and watch the great tennis action from the stand which will be erected on the grass courtside or why not watch the play with a relaxing drink from the comfort of the cafebar terrace.

Member Events and Socials during the International Tournament

Sunday 4th July – Men’s qualifying rounds for the International event/Men’s Wimbledon final screened in the café bar during the day followed by welcome DJ in the evening for our international guests.

Why not watch the men’s final at Wimbledon from our new large screen and at the same time also enjoy some great live international matches here at the club as we host our international event? Pimms and strawberries will be on the menu all day and you can finish the day off by relaxing in the bar with our internationally acclaimed DJ who will be arriving at Ilkley from a spell DJing in Australia and Ibiza. It’s also a chance to meet and welcome some of our international guests.

• Monday 5th July- Men’s qualifying rounds for the International event during the day/Football World Cup semi-final at 7.30pm screened in the café bar

It's a great day of sport, watch the matches for the international event followed by the football World Cup semi-final at 7.30pm screened in the cafe/bar- with food from the participating countries on offer.

• Tuesday 6th July- Men’s International Singles main draw/Football World Cup semi final at 7.30pm Main draw singles and doubles tournament play for the international event during the day and in the early evening- It's an opportunity for those working hard during the day to watch this great event. The Football World Cup semi-final will also be screened at 7.30pm in the cafe/bar- with food from the participating countries on offer.

Wednesday 7th July –Men’s International Singles and Doubles main draw/Pro Am tournament

Main draw singles and doubles tournament play for the international event will take place during the day and Christine Fletcher will also run a ladies tournament (see Christine for further information).

An exciting Pro Am tournament will then take place in the evening. Ilkley members can enter and will be paired up with one of our international players and play in this unique event. Please sign up with reception if you would like to play (£10 per person and there are limited spaces available so don’t delay).Following the pro am tournament, a games and Wii night will take place in the cafe bar. No booking required.

• Thursday 8th July- Men’s International Singles and Doubles quarter finals

Quarter finals day for the men’s singles and doubles events during the day and in the early evening – It's an opportunity for those working hard during the day to watch this great event followed by a quiz in the cafe/bar. Your chance to win a great cash prize!

• Friday 9th July- Men’s Singles and Doubles semi finals

Following the men’s singles and doubles semi finals, enjoy a great evening relaxing in our bar with some chilled out music

• Saturday 10th July- Men’s Singles and Doubles finals/Club Closed finals

Men’s singles and doubles finals day and alongside this the Club Closed Tennis Finals (sponsored by the Grammar School at Leeds). It's your opportunity to watch the men's singles and doubles international event from the grass court stand and also watch the best from the club also fight it out for the various titles. On finals morning (9am-11am) talented children who have been identified from local primary schools will also be invited to come to the club with the aim of finding the next Andy Murray. A prize of a year’s free coaching at the club will be given to the lucky winner of the event. Thanks to our principle sponsors The Grammar School at Leeds and our Club Closed Sponsors Fudge Hair Products and Jackpot.

Drivers Required

We are looking for 2 drivers to work at the JM Glendinning Group International Tournament (3rd-10th July) driving the international players to and from the Craiglands Hotel in Ilkley to the Club. Although the tournament starts on the 4th July, drivers will be required to drive the players to the Club for practise on Saturday 3rd July from 2pm – 7pm. From the 4th-10th July drivers then need to be available every day for shuttle runs to pick up at the Craiglands Hotel 15 minutes before 1st practise (9.45am), then through the day with the last bus leaving the Club, 30min after the last match. Drivers will be paid £50 per day plus meal costs. Please contact Caroline Buncall at cbuncall@yahoo.co.uk if you are interested.

Sponsorship Packages and Advertising Opportunities for Ilkley’s Summer Festival of Tennis

There are a number of exciting sponsorship and advertising opportunities linked to this great Summer Festival of Tennis incorporating the JM Glendinning Group Men’s International Tennis Tournament, the JM Glendinning Group Ilkley Open and AEGON Summer County Cup including advertising in the tournament programme from as little as £25 + VAT. There is also a unique corporate tennis tournament taking place on the Thursday of the international event from 10am- 1pm (8th July) at the club, followed by a buffet lunch in the cafebar. Why not enter players from your business and invite customers/clients to come along and play in this tournament (beginner and intermediate standard). The package also includes a 2 course buffet lunch and tickets to watch the international action in the afternoon. The cost per player is just £40 +VAT to include entry into the tournament, a reception drink and a 2 course buffet lunch with coffee. We have tables of 8 or for smaller numbers we will ask you to join other local businesses on a table. It’s also a great networking opportunity. If you would just like to join us for the corporate lunch, the cost is £25 +VAT per person to include a VIP ticket to watch the tennis. You can also book a mixture of places for both the tennis playing event and the lunch and the lunch only. For further information on all these events, please contact Caroline Buncall at cbuncall@yahoo.co.uk.

JM Glendinning Group Ilkley Open (24th-31st July)

Please pick up your entry form from reception or enter online at www.lta.org.uk. Closing date is the 8th July at 2pm. As well as Men’s and Ladies British Tour events (rating of 6.1 or higher) there are also junior and mini tennis events, veterans events, team player standard singles and doubles and handicap events so that whatever the standard and age of the player there is an event suitable for everyone. If you are unsure what event would be suitable for you, please speak to one of the coaches or the reception staff should be able to help. Please also see the Club’s Calendar of Events for details of all the various social events you can get involved with over this week.

May News

NEWS FROM OUR SPONSORS JM GLENDINNING LIFE & PENSIONS

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Recent volatility in world stock markets has put many people off investing their well earned capital - preferring instead the ‘perceived’ security of banks and building societies but currently with little or no capital growth. Whilst we all enjoy the good times when returns are high, naturally not all of us have got the appetite for the associated risk when markets go down.

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If you like the idea of enjoying the upside whilst protecting against the potential downside, this plan offered by one of the world’s largest insurance companies, MetLife Europe Ltd could be just for you.

To find out more please contact Andy Holder or Richard Carr at JM Glendinning on 01943 876631 for further information and a no obligation initial discussion at our expense. Please note that this product may not be suitable for every investor and we will not make any recommendations until we have made a full assessment of your circumstances. MetLife Europe Ltd are an affiliate of Met Life inc who, as at 31st December 2008 have $501.7 billion* in total assets. The guarantees* are provided by MetLife.

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ILTSC HAS A NEW MANAGER - Nicole Demot

I am delighted to join ILTSC as the new General Manager and look forward to building on all the excellent work Caroline, the staff, elected members and members have already done.

I know the ILTSC and the Wharfe Valley very well and I have many friends, sports associates and people who I know who are, or have been members at the club, so I've got a fair understanding of what the club offers and how people use and enjoy the club.

I have been in the sport, health and fitness industry for over 20 years working for a wide range of organisations including Sport England (Senior Regional Manager 1999 - 2007) where I was responsible for developing funding packages for major capital and revenue projects across our region. I worked with the Department of Health and key stakeholders to develop the Physical Activity Framework forYorkshire (2006-2011).

I've also held various roles in different Local Authorities including managing the contract for Wigan Leisure Services (8 sports centres including Robin Park Indoor Tennis Centre) and coordinating grant aid and income generation for many sports organisations in the voluntary, public and private sectors. I owned and run my own health and fitness club (1996 to 2002) and most recently I ran my own Hypoxi-Therapy / Altitude Training business at David Lloyd Health Club and L A Fitness North Leeds.

I hope to use the skills I have to support, enhance and develop the excellent range of Tennis, Squash and Fitness facilities, coaching, classes, matches and tournaments - ensuring that ILTSC is clearly focused on you, the members.

Thank you. Nicole Demot

PLEASE REMEMBER:

Only still water is allowed on the indoor court area. There are numerous stains due to spilt juice, fizzy drinks and tea/coffee. If you see anyone drinking anything other than still water, please inform a member of staff immediately.

Please ensure only tennis shoes are worn on all tennis court surfaces and non-marking soles on the squash courts – this applies to all activities including fitness classes.

Please be respectful to your club and other members by adhering to these rules.

VALLEY CLINIC PRESENTS A (FREE) TALK ON STRESS BUSTING AT THE CLUB

On Wednesday 19th May we are delighted that Sandy Browning MA (Couns), RGN, Applied Psych, EMDR Consultant, Psychotherapist from The Valley Clinic, Ilkley will be presenting a talk on ‘Stress Busting’. The talk is free to attend for everyone (so invite your friends) and will take place in the club café bar at 8pm.

CAFÉ BAR NEWS

Hello everyone and as always I'd like to thank all our members who continue to support the cafe bar.

Now that our summer tennis season is under way and the grass courts are open, why not come along and enjoy a coffee, or perhaps a glass of wine on the terrace. If you fancy a bite to eat, our kitchen is open 7 days a week, serving weekdays, a breakfast menu from 9-11.30am, full menu from 11.30am – 7pm and a supper menu from 7pm till 10pm. Saturdays we serve from 8.30am till 4pm and Sundays breakfast from 8.30am till 11.30 then a full menu with a fantastic carvery menu now being served every week, 2 courses for only £9.95! We've got a more than reasonably priced, and quite extensive children's menu too, so there really is something for everyone.

There was a great response to our May Day Social Tennis Tournament and even though we had to BBQ indoors (due to rain) everyone seemed to really enjoy it, we're doing it all again on the 31st so please come along for a great day, playing or spectating.

The French Open starts on 24th May and will be being shown in the cafe bar, as well as all your sporting events.

Due to popular request we are having another 'Curry Night'. Friday 4th June, 8pm till late. All you can eat, authentic Indian Buffet. It's £11.95 per person and we only have 60 places so please call the cafe bar on 01943 607182 (option 3) for your reservations...guaranteed a great night!!!!

We've got lots of great events going on this year so please see your Calendar of Events or just pop in the cafe bar for a chat and we'll tell you all about it.

Don't forget if you've got a special occasion coming up our cafe bar is available for hire on Saturday evenings, please just call the cafe bar and ask for Sarah or Claire and we can give you all the information you need. We can also provide a meeting room for up to 20 delegates, very reasonably priced at £25 per half day and £50 full day, and of course we can hold children's parties at the weekends, 2 hours of tennis, food and fun for only £11.99 per child.

Have a great month & see you Soon...Sarah & Team

STAFF NEWS

Welcome to our 2 new fitness instructors Lydia Leyland and Jackie Knowles. Lydia has recently qualified as a Level 3 Personal Trainer and will be working various shifts during the week. Jackie is a Level 2 Gym Instructor and will mainly be working weekend shifts. We wish them both well during their time at ILTSC.

March News

NEWS FROM OUR SPONSORS JM GLENDINNING LIFE & PENSIONS

Guaranteed investment solutions for uncertain times

Unless you've been in hibernation you will have noticed that there has been some volatility in the financial markets in recent times! In fact across the last 13 years the UK stock market has had some major ups and downs due to a number of factors, most recently the credit crunch.

With all that said, equities do offer good long term returns, although the danger being that when you want your capital or your income from your investment it is just the time when the stock market has crashed and you are now set to get back less than you expected, putting a strain on your finances and standard of living.

Many people have recently looked towards cash to make sure their investments are safe which in turn creates its own problems! Current interest rates are at an all time low and inflation looks to be on the up (3.5% announced recently). This in effect means that the value of your money is reducing as it can buy less. The fact remains that investing in the stock market is a solid long term way of beating inflation, but with the inherent risk that we will see further stock market corrections along the way.

So what can you do to stop that risk? For the last 15 years or so, there have been products available that allow you to invest with returns linked to and dependent on stock market returns, with a guarantee that you will get your money back, usually providing you hold the investment for a fixed period of time. Some of these provide a base level that your investment cannot fall below, for example what you invested. The problem is that because of the volatility in the stock market you might only get a return of capital!

A new breed of product goes a step further than this and 'locks in' your gains periodically so investing in the stock market means that when it performs you get the benefit and when it crashes you are not exposed to it! All in all this can be a win-win solution for clients looking for stock market returns but without the volatility. These new products are not however suitable for everyone and we therefore strongly recommend you consult an independent financial adviser, who will determine your personal circumstances, needs and objectives and risk profile before making any recommendation.

For further information, please contact Andy Holder or Richard Carr at JM Glendinning Life + Pensions on 01943 876631.

SOCIAL TENNIS BOOKINGS

We will shortly be changing the way winter social tennis on a Wednesday and Sunday are booked to make use of the online booking facility as requested by some members. Information will be available from reception from this weekend.

CAFÉ BAR & SOCIAL EVENTS

Mother’s Day Lunch

We will be serving a special Mother’s Day lunch in the café bar on Mothering Sunday (14th March). 4 courses for £16.95 and every mum receives a free gift. Please book your table with the café bar.

Sunday Carvery

Our next Sunday Carvery is on Sunday 28th February between 11.30am and 5.30pm. 2 courses for £9.95.

Sport Relief

Get involved in Sport Relief and your club this year with our Sport Relief Quiz on Friday 19th March and the Sport Relief Mile on Saturday 20th March.

The Quiz will start at 8.30pm in the café bar and it’s £1.00 per person to enter and is open to members and non-members. Food will be available to 10pm.

The Sport Relief Mile is being held on the club field at 10am on Saturday 20th March. The event is only open to club members and entry fees are £5 per adult, £3 per child (under 16 years) or £15 per family (2 adults and up to 4 children). All of the entry fees go straight to Sport Relief. For health and safety reasons you must register for the event either from 9.30am on the day or beforehand at reception. Warm up is at 9.50am

JUNIOR TENNIS COMMITTEE

As a new tennis season is approaching and there are lots of matches to play I am looking for new members to join the Junior Tennis Committee and help out where they can. Whether it be looking after a team, transporting juniors to matches, helping out on Friday junior club night, which starts again on the 7th May or just simply giving your thoughts or suggestions. If you are interested and want to get involved then please contact me on 07817 730903

Penny -Junior Chair person

PERFORMANCE PLAYERS HALF TERM UPDATE

Well done to Will Roberts, George Hill, Oliver Burton and Annie Stockdale who all represented the North East in the Inter-regional match against the North West. Will and George won all three matches, Oliver and Annie won two out of three.

In the Player Plus tournaments at Hull, the girls came out on top. Annie Stockdale won the girls orange ball and Caroline Cronin won the green ball. Will Roberts in a tough draw lost in the final. George Hill and Oliver Burton again in a tough draws finished 3rd and 4th respectively.

At the Thongsbridge grade 3 tournament Isabella Van Green reached the final of the U16 girls singles narrowly losing in a third set tie-break. Thomas Burton had an excellent run beating one boy ranked above him and just loosing 11/9 in the third set tie-break. Zoe Judkowski played well to beat a girl ranked above herself. Alistair Kwan won the 18 boys consolation.

A THANKYOU FROM CAROLINE

Caroline Buncall would like to thank all the members for their kind wishes and gifts sent to her when she left the club and her role as General Manager last month.

January News

NEWS FROM OUR SPONSORS JM GLENDINNING LIFE & PENSIONS

Increase the Income from your Savings and Investments

A new investment opportunity has just been launched and is available for investments until 1st March 2010 unless it is oversubscribed before.

The Regular Income Bond is a product designed to bridge the gap between low return / low risk deposits and high income / high risk investments. With the final return of the plan linked to the performance of the FTSE 100 Index, investors in the Bond have the opportunity to enjoy a competitive fixed income through to maturity.

Although the Bond provides a significant level of protection, it is not a guaranteed investment and capital may be at risk. Repayment of capital depends on the performance of the FTSE 100 Index as noted in the summary below. The product might appeal to income investors who seek regular above-average income and who are prepared to accept some risk to their capital. I would however stress that the plan will not be suitable for everyone and we would undertake a full review of a clients attitude towards investment risk, their circumstances, needs and objectives before providing any recommendation.

The offer in summary is as follows:

· Six-year investment

· Income payable monthly or annually

· Income rates:

o Monthly payment option – 0.53% gross paid monthly in arrears

o Annual payment option – 6.5% gross paid annually in arrears

· Full repayment of investors’ capital unless the FTSE 100 falls by more than 50% during the term and fails to recover to its starting level by maturity. In this event capital will be reduced 1:1 in line with the Index. For example, if at commencement of the plan the FTSE 100 'initial index level' was 5400 and during the term it dropped to 2646 (51% drop) but had then recovered to at least 5400 by maturity (the 'final index level'), the capital would be protected. If however it did not recover to the 'initial index level' and say at maturity the 'final index level' was 4860 (10% lower than the initial level), you would only receive back 90% of your capital.

· Invests in assets issued by Barclays Bank PLC – Rated AA- by Standard & Poor’s and Aa3 by Moody's

· Eligible for Stocks and Shares ISA investment including transfers. Remember only 1 ISA per tax year can be held.

· If held outside an ISA as a direct investment, returns are taxed as income.

· Eligible in most cases for pension portfolio investment within a Self Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) or Small Self Administered Scheme (SSAS) investmentM

· Early withdrawal is possible but may reduce the initial investment

If you think that this type of product might be of interest to you please contact us on 01943 876631 to arrange an initial no obligation discussion at our expense.

JM Glendinning (Life + Pensions) Ltd is an appointed representative of JM Glendinning (Insurance Brokers) Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.Airedale House, Park Road, Guiseley, Leeds, LS20 8EH (T) 01943 876631 (F) 01943 883650 E-mail: lifeandpensions@jmgib.co.uk

GRIT

We have had grit on order since before Christmas and are hoping to have some delivered early next week, although you will note from the news both locally and nationally that it is in short supply. Please take care when using the access roads to the club.

OPEN MORNING-16TH JANUARY 2010

10 am−1 pm Open Morning – On the morning of the 16th January, prior to the Greg Rusedski Indoor Tennis Court Opening Event, there is an opportunity for members to try out a different club activity and to bring along non-member friends. This is the chance for fitness members to try out tennis and squash and rackets members to try out the gym and the new cardio equipment and fitness classes for FREE. Tennis and squash coaches will also be on hand to provide adult and junior coaching taster sessions. The cafe/bar will provide information on functions and children's parties and it will be a chance to sample new dishes from the various menus. Sarah will also be available throughout the morning to discuss all of your needs.

Please contact reception to book your free coaching taster/indoor tennis court/squash court/ gym session/ Bodypump or Box Tuff fitness class.

NO JOINING FEE PROMOTION

The Joining fee (£80 for adults, £120 for couples and £20 for juniors and students) is waived as part of a Club membership promotion until the end of January. Please tell your friends and family about this offer which applies to all new members who join the Club and who have not been a member in the previous 2 year period.

OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE INDOOR TENNIS COURTS BY GREG RUSEDSKI

Greg Rusedski will be coming to Ilkley on Saturday 16th January between 2pm and 9pm and will officially open the newly refurbished indoor tennis courts. We have had grit on order since before Christmas and are hoping to have a delivery of grit next week. However, you will no doubt have seen from the news both locally and nationally that grit is in short supply, so if possible, if you live locally and you are attending the event, please can you come on foot. Please be careful on the access roads to the club however you are travelling.

There will also be the opportunity to Ride and Drive, Jaguar's award winning XF model (weather permitting). Representatives from Appleyard Jaguar Bradford will be on hand and please bring your driver's licence with you (both parts) if you would like to drive their vehicles.

FITNESS NEWS

Help with New Year's Resolutions

If you are looking for fun and motivating ways to shape up in 2010 the Fitness Centre can help! All club members and non-members can benefit from attending one of our group exercise classes – we have aerobic, conditioning, strength building and mind body classes running throughout the week days and at weekends. Classes are suitable for all levels and abilities, we just ask that you wear non-marking soles to prevent wear and tear on the squash court. Further details are available from the club or our website.

If the gym is more your thing why not try personal training? Personal training is available to club members and non-members (for an additional guest fee) and is great way for everyone to get that little bit extra from their exercise session whether you are new to the gym environment or an experienced user. There are no set rules as to how often you have personal training so why not book in for a free, no obligation consultation with a member of the team.

Finally, if you are a fitness member, why not speak to an instructor about updating your fitness programme or getting some fresh ideas to revitalise your workout.

New Gym Instructor

Welcome to our new part time gym instructor, Jane Lister. Jane will mainly be working at the weekends and has a wealth of experience from her previous roles working in gyms and teaching fitness classes. We wish her well in her new position.

Consultation Questionnaire to Fitness Member

The Fitness Centre Committee, under the guidance of the Development Committee has begun to think about the longer term development of the Tennis Club, including the gym and fitness facilities. If you have any thoughts about the development please pick up a copy of the questionnaire from the reception desk and return it via a gym instructor or the gym comments box by 5th February 2010.

CAFE BAR NEWS

Monday 25th January- Burns Night Supper

Your chance to give the haggis a try! Our usual menu will also be served. Kitchen open until 10pm that night. No need to book ahead.

Sunday 31st January- 11.30am-5.30pmSunday Carvery

2 courses for only £9.95! No need to book, just turn up.

We also welcome Halid Agnovanic and Will Atkinson to the cafe/bar team and wish them every success in their new roles. Colin Butler has now left the team for pastures new and we thank him for all his hard work over the last year.

TENNIS NEWSM

Ladies Singles Box League

Please sign up on the notice board outside the ladies changing room entrance if you are interested in a new ladies singles box league. The leagues will be graded according to standard. It is envisaged they will start at the end of January.

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