20 years ago we were in Estbourne for the first time. In those days only the woman played. We go not every year but so now and then. We like Grass tennis and the atmosphere at the park is always terrific. We drink a glass of pims (which we do not have at home) we always make walks in the dawns to seaford and visit the TIGER INN at East Dean. We also go a day to brighton and we attended a play (murder in the park) in the devon theatre All these sings together makes it a fantastic holiday in Eastbourne in our B&B near the seaside. This year we could not make it but we certainly come again to Eastbourne.
Getting tickets online was a nightmare. I spent a whole day fearing my tickets were not going to come through. Instructions were badly written and not explained in language easily understandable. Quick and easy it was NOT. At no point did I receive a special code number which was supposed to give me access. Sorted well at D. Park but this shouldn't really happen.
Refreshments onsite were very limited.
The tennis, of course, was wonderful but access to tickets has got to be made easier particularly for we older tennis fans.
A good dayout! Facilities were good!
Maybe need another coffee stall! Less food choices this year too
The only thing which spoiled an otherwise brilliant day was the catering provision. The only sandwiches available were on white, gluten free bread. This would have been ok but the bread was inedible, having the taste and texture of hard, flaky cardboard!
Lovely day apart from 2 men behind who seemed to have a lot to say all through the matches despite asking them to be quiet! Also could the area at the side where people eat etc be moved as it is so noisy from where we were sitting thank you
Our first time at Eastbourne. Well organised and great venue and facilities. Will definitely return
Well organised,no waiting between matches,nice picnic area,reasonably comfortable seats but would advise your own or hire cushions. Drink prices extortionate (£15 for a small Prosecco for example) advise others to avoid!
A perfect semifinals day at Eastbourne watching world class tennis in the sunshine by the sea.
A relaxed, informal, friendly experience in a welcoming small venue.
So sorry that Devonshire Park's international tennis event has been downgraded.
Excellent LTA venue by the lovely south coast
A fantastic day out. Lovely atmosphere, beautiful grounds and great tennis.
Wonderful 2 days at Eastbourne tennis. Brilliant atmosphere as ever, been going for over 30 years. Biggest disappointment is that the Tournament is being downgraded
Queues for ladies toilets too long but otherwise a great day
Fabulous tennis weather venue. Shame status is changing next year
I hope you keep the level of plays or is improved and not reduced.
As I stated last year the standard of line calls spoils some games, and I hope you invite an optician next year to test each person invited to carry this important part of the game.
It would have been much easier to be able to print the tickets at home. As it was we had both tickets on one phone which meant that we had to enter and leave the court together throughout the day. Otherwise excellent. Everything worked well.
Tennis excellent but be prepared to join long queues for the toilets and refreshments.
Staff were really helpful as I am disabled so found me seats lower down so I could enjoy the experience
Great venue, small and intimate.
Went for 5 days Mon to Friday - top class grass courts.
A very well run and inclusive tournament in a beautiful town by the sea.
Very well organised and good laid out facilities