Just before Christmas, Meadowside Leisure Centre closed its doors after more than 20 years, Leaving large numbers of badminton players with nowhere to go.

Many of the players had been at the centre for as long as it had been there.

The group got together with Greenwich Council and have found premises at Eltham Green School.

We now have a new club called Parkside Badminton Club, New Members are welcome to visit twice, before deciding whether to join.

Club days: Tuesday, 8-10pm, beginner/intermediate and junior. Friday, 8.30-10.30pm, experience/advanced adults. Sunday, 10am-12noon, mixed abilities.

All sessions are coached.

By Lorraine Rich