The tennis courts in Alexandra Park have been named the best in Sussex.

The courts were given the title of Tennis Park Venue of the Year at the Sussex Tennis awards.

The awards ceremony took place on January 9 at Brighton's Amex Stadium and was presented by Sky News sports presenter Rob Curling.

The awards celebrate the achievements and contributions of people in tennis across the county.

Keith Duly, leisure development manager at Hastings Borough Council, said: "With thanks to funding from the LTA in 2023, the six tennis courts in Alexandra Park were beautifully refurbished.

"Since then, we have been working with the team from Break Point Tennis, to ensure there is a range of coaching opportunities at the park, as well as free park tennis sessions on a Sunday morning, where residents of Hastings can enjoy the courts for free in a friendly and welcoming environment.

"We are so grateful to all the residents who have played on the courts, it’s been great to see new people playing and those who may not have picked up a racket in years.

"The Active Hastings team have also created several opportunities for families and children to play on the courts at family fun days and free youth coaching sessions, that run throughout the year, to ensure the courts are accessible to everyone.

"All money generated by the courts, has ensured the courts are self-sustaining, so we can continue to provide high quality tennis courts for years to come.

"We would also like to congratulate Joe Adams from Break Point Tennis who won Coach of the Year and Ross Cudmore, also from Break Point Tennis, who won Disability Player of the Year, alongside Matt Grover."

Councillor Glenn Haffenden, lead councillor for housing and wellbeing at Hastings Borough Council, said: "Huge congratulations to the whole team who look after the Alexandra Park tennis courts, including Break Point Tennis, the Active Hastings team and the Hastings Borough Council Parks department.

"To be nominated and win against so many tennis park facilities throughout Sussex, is a great achievement and we are so glad our beautiful courts have been recognised and celebrated."

For more information on the tennis courts, visit the Alexandra Park website.