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• 24 May 2013

  DAVID LLOYD LEISURE BECOMES OFFICIAL PARTNER FOR BRODIES CHAMPIONS OF TENNIS

  David Lloyd Leisure is delighted to announce that it is the official racquets, health and fitness partner for Brodies Champions of Tennis, part of the ATP Champions Tour, next month in Edinburgh.

  To celebrate the partnership, Europe’s premier health, sports and leisure group will give its Edinburgh members the chance to win once-in-a-lifetime prizes and tickets to watch the live matches. Plus, there will be special offers to tennis lovers and fitness fans who want to enjoy a taste of the David Lloyd Leisure experience!

  Throughout June, the David Lloyd Leisure clubs of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Newhaven will celebrate the Brodies Champions of Tennis tournament, which runs from 20-23 June.

  As part of the partnership, eight lucky members will be given an opportunity to play some shots, get advice on technique and chat with two of the ATP Champions tennis legends at David Lloyd Edinburgh on June 21.

  The champions include John McEnroe, Tim Henman, Goran Ivanisevic, Carlos Moya, Thomas Enqvist, Wayne Ferreira, Mikael Pernfors, Greg Rusedski and Mark Philippoussis, who will battle out old rivalries in a purpose-built arena in Stockbridge, Edinburgh, to be crowned champion.

  Five David Lloyd Leisure members will win a pair of free tickets to watch the live matches plus there will be a discount on offer to see the legends play at the prestigious ATP event.

  David Lloyd Leisure will also offer free one-day passes to non-members for its five Scottish clubs in Dundee, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Newhaven, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Renfrew, which have 63 courts between them, and an opportunity to win a six-month club membership.

  David Lloyd Leisure’s Scotland area manager, Hugh Cameron, said: “With our unrivalled premium racquets facilities and expertise, we are delighted to be part of bringing such a star-studded event to the heart of Scotland. It’s one of the highlights in any tennis lover’s diary and a perfect chance to see world-class tennis stars in action.”

  The ATP champions Tour is a tennis circuit of World No. 1 players, Grand Slam champions and finalists, and Davis Cup winners, and has been enjoyed in cities all around the world.

  Viki Mendelssohn, tournament director, said: ‘Our plans for the event are coming together well and I’m delighted to welcome David Lloyd Leisure to our team.  The brand is very strong in Scotland and their own exciting promotional campaign supporting the event offers us a further unique opportunity to build awareness and encourage tennis fans to come along.’

  Category: International Events
• 24 May 2013

  HIGHLAND SPRING CELEBRATES PARTNERSHIP WITH BRODIES CHAMPIONS OF TENNIS

  

  Highland Spring, the UK’s No 1 bottled water brand, has revealed its new sponsorship of Brodies Champions of Tennis, which is to be held in Edinburgh from 20 – 23 June.

  Building on its already strong links with tennis, Highland Spring is the official bottled water supplier keeping the Champions hydrated throughout. The first ATP competition to be held in Scotland and the biggest tennis event to take place in Edinburgh for many years, the tournament will see old rivals Tim Henman and Goran Ivanisevic return to the court alongside John McEnroe and six other tennis greats.

  Claire Wilson, marketing manager at Highland Spring, said: “Brodies Champions of Tennis is sure to be one of the most exciting and inspiring tennis events to be held in Scotland. It’s a fantastic opportunity to see these players in action, and, as a champion of healthy hydration and with strong links to tennis, the tournament is the perfect partner for Highland Spring.”

  Tournament Director, Viki Mendelssohn, said: “The plans for our event are coming along well and I’m delighted to be able to welcome Highland Spring as our Official Bottled Water.  Highland Spring is synonymous with top class tennis and a very strong Scottish brand, making it a perfect fit for this inaugural event.”

  Held in Raeburn Palace, home of Edinburgh Academicals, Brodies Champions of Tennis marks the first time a rugby club will host an ATP event. The Tour reunites tennis champions in a four day event.

  To qualify for the ATP Champions Tour each player has either been a World No 1, a member of a winning Davis Cup team or a Grand Slam finalist, or is a wildcard choice. Old rivalries and reputation ensure an incredibly high standard of competition, guaranteeing some edge-of-your-seat matches.

  For additional information on Highland Spring, visit www.highland-spring.com

  For ticket information and playing schedule, visit www.championsoftennis.com

  Category: International Events
• 22 May 2013

  Portsoy Art Project Ebb and Flow returns to the Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Traditional Boat Festival

  

  An art project based on the paths made by Scots around the globe is set to return home to the shores of Portsoy and to the Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Traditional Boat Festival. Ebb & Flow, which was launched at the 2012 event, will be back in north east Scotland for this year’s Festival on June 22 and 23.

  Ebb and Flow was created by local artists Carla and Bryan Angus, who took inspiration from the influx of visitors who flock to Portsoy from a host of international destinations every year during the Festival weekend. Their work will bring the stories of their journeys to and from the town to life.

  The visual art project, which has been funded by Creative Scotland, has been commissioned to run for three years. It will return to the Festival for a final time in 2014, and will be linked to Scotland’s national year of Homecoming when ex-pats will be encouraged to return home to their roots.

  Carla and Bryan will put on display the vast collection of references they have accumulated over the past 12 months, including archive photos and interviews with local figures, and details from the census and industry records.

  Bryan explains, “Our three-year project aims to pay tribute to the ebb and flow of visitors to Portsoy and the Festival.

  “Our work reflects the movements made by the human race and the paths taken in life which on a grander scale, ultimately results in Scottish Diaspora. Over the three years, we hope to demonstrate through our artwork the unique ways in which people are connected to Portsoy and the variety of experiences shared in the town.

  “Next year will see Ebb & Flow feature at the festival for the project’s final year, which is particularly relevant in the year of Homecoming as we welcome our friends from around the world to join us in a celebration of all things Scottish.

  “Portsoy is a town woven with a rich tapestry of tales and history; we hope that visitors can help us piece together the jigsaw of Portsoy’s past and present.”

  In addition to their studio, Bryan and Carla will set up the Ebb & Flow Art Trail which will be found in the windows of premises around the town. Each marked site will showcase unique pieces of artwork such as pastel sketches, flax seedlings, and stitches of fabric, and will also introduce visitors to local businesses.

  Carla says, “Each year we try to incorporate different areas of the town in our artwork displays, to ensure visitors have a fulfilling interactive experience. We hope to create a unique compilation of memories and stories of Portsoy which can be added to the town’s rich history.”

  Festival chairman Roger Goodyear says, “The Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Traditional Boat Festival is not only a celebration of maritime heritage - it also places a strong focus on arts and crafts. Ebb and Flow is an interesting and creative way to recognise the heritage of Portsoy and its people. I’m sure everyone who visited Bryan and Carla last year will be interested to see how Ebb & Flow has developed over the past 12 months.”

  The Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Traditional Boat Festival draws in excess of 16,000 people to the shores of Portsoy every year and as well as heritage boats from near and far it includes a wide range of crafts, music, song and dance from around the world, a delicious food fayre and a fun packed action area.

  This year the Festival is a key event in the Year of Natural Scotland – a partnership between the Scottish Government, VisitScotland EventScotland and Scottish Natural Heritage which aims to showcase the country’s unique natural environment.

  For more information about the Festival and to buy tickets visit www.stbfportsoy.com. Updates about this year’s festival are also available on Facebook and Twitter @STBFestival. An adult day ticket costs £8, children aged five to 18 and concessions are £5. Adult weekend tickets are priced at £12 and children and concessions at £8. There are also family tickets available which allow entry for two adults and three children for £25 for a day ticket and £35 for a weekend.  Children under five go free and there is no charge for parking. Buy tickets online before 31st May 2013 to save 10% off all ticket prices with the festival’s Early Bird Scheme.

  Category: National Events