National Tennis Club

The National Tennis Club, located at 194 Bellevue Avenue within the historic Newport Casino grounds, preserves the tradition of court tennis, the original sport that preceded modern lawn tennis. Dating back to 1880, this indoor facility features a regulation court tennis enclosure built with authentic stone walls, wooden penthouse roofs, and distinct floor markings that dictate complex tactical play. Players gather here to contest matches that blend elements of tennis, squash, and chess-like court strategy. The club maintains an active community of local and visiting players, hosting handicap tournaments, inter-city matches, and casual singles and doubles play. Booking times and private sessions are scheduled directly through the resident head professional, who coordinates court time and court maintenance year-round. It offers an engaging sporting environment where enthusiasts can test their skills on an authentic court with dedicated gallery seating for spectators.