15/05/2026
π₯ MATCHPOINT TOURNAMENT β THIS SATURDAY! π₯
Weβre almost thereβ¦ and we cannot wait to welcome everyone to Dumfries Sports Club for a full day of squash at the MatchPoint Squash Dumfries Sports Open! πͺ
The club will be buzzing with lots of activity so please expect it to be busy and lively!
Whether youβre playing, supporting, or just popping in for the atmosphere β hereβs everything you need to know before you arrive π
π Where & When
Saturday 16 May | From 8.15am, first matches 8.55am. Finals from 4.50pm, Grade A final at 6.30pm.
Dumfries Sports Club, 50 Nunholm Road, Dumfries.
πΆββοΈ Getting There
Around a 20β25 min walk from the train station and town centre (or 5 mins in a taxi).
Easy to find on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YNDupLUuv1Rg5FDZ8
π Parking (Read This!)
Itβs going to be a busy one with cricket & tennis also on β so parking is available at the club but likely to be VERY limited.
π Please car share if you can or consider parking in town and walking up. If you can get to the club without a car - even better!
Overflow options:
On-street parking (please respect our neighbours and do not block up driveways or the road π).
Riverside car park (drive past club down country lane, 10 min walk back).
π« Important: Do NOT park in Casa Mia restaurant car park
π₯ͺπ» Food & Drink
Sandwiches, soup, traybakes & light bites available all day π
Bar open from early (soft drinks) + 12 noon (alcohol)
Cash & card accepted (cash preferred for food).
Youβre also welcome to bring your own fuel if youβre in tournament mode π₯
Equipment & Stringing
On-site restringing courtesy of Backswing (with charge).
Grips & balls & accessories available to buy.
Match balls provided β
ποΈ On the Day
4 courts in action all day
Viewing gallery + bar views + live streaming matches into lounge & bar πΊ
Newly refurbished bar & social space π
Gym available for warm-ups and cool downs.
Players - all the info you need for draws and schedules has been sent to you by MatchPoint.
π Non-members and spectators β youβre very welcome! Enjoy the bar, the outdoor space, the cricket, and of course the squash. Finals start from around 4.50pm with the Grade A final around 6.30pm.
πΏ Changing Rooms
Male & female changing rooms.
Showers available.
Space is tight π please travel light.
Extra bag storage will be available upstairs in the gym.
β οΈ Final Heads-Up
This is a BIG club day with multiple sports happening β so:
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Arrive early - 30 minutes before your first match.
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Allow extra time for travel and parking.
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Bring only what you need.
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Be patient and respectful of others.
π Itβs shaping up to be a brilliant day of squash β great matches, great people, and a buzzing club atmosphere. See you all there! π