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Discover Jesmond’s hidden gem keen to shake off its image of exclusivity

Jesmond Dene Real Tennis Club is looking to shake off both the effects of covid-19 and the image of exclusivity around it, says Nathaniel Cureton

Racketlon swings back into action at the Northumberland Club

The sport of racketlon returned to Jesmond this month for the biggest Northumberland Open to date, with representatives of the British team among those battling it out across a quartet of disciplines.

Jesmond bars gear up for another weekend of live sport

Sporting events like the Six Nations make a big difference to bars’ bottom lines, James Kimmings reports

Northumberland Club under-9s lift division title

The Northumberland Club’s Under-9s mixed tennis team are looking forward to another year of success after winning the Division 2 title at the end of 2021. A final three wins from their remaining three fixtures were enough to see the young tennis players crowned champions

Jesmond teacher launches toddler sport course this week

Active Stars aims to make children more outdoorsy, reports James Kimmings

Fit Over 50s restarts at Jesmond Pool and Gym after Covid closure

Jesmond Pool and Gym has been encouraging the local community to get back to exercising this month. Its Fit Over 50s sessions returned at the beginning of October following disruptions caused by the pandemic. Offering a range of activities, from table tennis to “Nifty Over