News & Events
Forthcoming Events
2018 Summer League
Old hands Gladiators and Ducking Ping Pong are heading their respective leagues after week 4, but time to peg both back... tables are here
Entries for teams have now closed, we have a full house of 6 for both Tuesday's and Wednesday's, but there are still opportunities for individuals to slot into teams, so contact Sean Gridley if you want to do this - some details on this form
The league is a handicap event, so don't worry about your playing standard, most games will still be competitive because of the finely-balanced handicaps.
National Table Tennis Day - Weds July 18th
The plan for this day is to set up 3 tables within Ipswich Borough Council HQ, offering advice, encouragement and fun events throughout the day. The tables and other equipment are being taken and removed that day, Martin and Sean organising this (using the Ping Pong Parlour tables from Sailmakers). Volunteers will be needed to charm those IBC staff who participate, all kinds of players wanted.
In addition to accepting our offer, IBC are intending to make table tennis foc at their sports centres that day, and give out leaflets on our behalf.
Still a bit to do, but if you are interested in volunteering for anything please contact Martin through the club email, this applies to any IDTTL player, you don't need to be a member of Britannia..
Openings to Sponsor Britannia
For various reasons, Britannia have never needed generous, powerful and numerous sponsors so much. Any ideas whatsoever please contact Martin or Colin. We actually have a lot to offer, with the number of members and visitors to the Dome, and our fine website (you are reading it, several hundred others do every month).
Support the Club Sponsors!!
Having a party and need a Disco? All Generations Discos are your local ravers, offering themed nights and up to the minute tunes. Sort out your own playlist or arrange requests on the night. See Andrew Dosher at the Dome or give him a call on 07968 135602.
Completed Events
Table Tennis road trip 2018 (5 go to France)
Britannia members hoof off to France for the weekend for 18 hours of knackering fun. For report click here.
Photos from the weekend (see text for more details: 1) Limbering up on the plane, 2) Giant mechanical elephant, 3) Nigel's organ, 4) How to arrive at a serious sporting event, 5) Thouare hall, 6) Avrille hall, 7) Sylvain's team, 8) Miriam's team, 9) Angers tapestry
Suffolk Veterans Championships Sun 6th May 2018
An exciting round of events in blisteringly hot weather - full report is here
Britannia AGM, Thurs 3rd May, 19:30, the Dome
This passed off without controversy, minutes are in the noticeboard pockets, at the Dome
Britannia Champs 28/29th April 2018
At the Dome, Juniors Saturday report here and Seniors Sunday report here.
Final Super Series 2017/18 April 8th
This was a humdinger with plenty of shock results. Report is here
Vets Super Series March 18th
This event went ahead despite the bitter weather and produced some high-class stuff. Click for report here
IDTTL Champs 17/18th Feb 2018 (at Kesgrave)
Enjoyable event and organised impeccably as usual. Along with the expected big Britannia names of Richard Hutchinson, Andy Warner, Ryan Collins and Dan Shelley mopping up trophies, there were successes for our European contingent of Sylvain Floury in the Restricted Singles and Miriam Hetzel in the Ladies Doubles. Congratulations all.
Britannia achieve Clubmark renewal
We are pleased to announce that following a meeting at the Dome on 12/1/18 the renewal was rubber-stamped, following almost a year of graft and paperwork (due to new and stringent requirements). Claire Brockwell met with Martin and Colin, joined in the Vet's session, checked out facilities took pictures and copy documents and passed on the good news.
Thanks to everyone who contributed, but mainly Mick Talbot for breaking the back of the submissions.
Suffolk Senior Champs 28/1/18
At Stowupland high school - full report and results here
Super Series Jan 18th
This series is hotting up, 4 down 2 to go. Report is here
Read Aad's blog about Britannia and coaching
Our coach reveals what he's been doing..... link to it here
East Anglian Top 16 - Sat 30th Dec
Won by Steven Gray of Cambridgeshire, who knocked out Andy Warner on his way to the final against IDTTL 1st div player Gary Young.
Full report here.
Our Splendid Juniors...
...have been competing in National Cadet and Junior Leagues. Latest results are here
Vets Super Series Nov 12th
Won again by Andy warner, 19 runners. Full report and pics here
Vets Super Series Oct 29th
Won by Andy Warner in a surprisingly small (but perfectly formed) field of 13 players. Full report is here
Alex Attew wins U15 2* Event at Batts
A stormer from Alex. McKenzie and Lucy also took part but were unfortunate to exit from the early knockout rounds.
Pics of Alex with Grandmother here (1) and running to the event here (2) and with father here (3).He pocketed a cool £100 for the win. Pic of Lucy here
Super Series Sun 1st Oct
Won by Andy Warner from Chris Cockburn, the event enjoyed by 17 entrants. Click here for full report
Super Series went international!
A modest turnout of 16 players saw Mathieu Jubault, who travelled from France for the event, take first place over Chris Cockburn in a thoroughly enjoyable even. Click here for full event report
Suffolk Top 12 Event Sun 10th Sept
A hard fought event won by Andy Warner, featuring an excellent display from Alex Attew. Full report here.
Adult Coaching event Sept 9th
This was cancelled due to lack of uptake - only two entrants.
Summer League - Final Positions after Playoffs
Following the play-offs this week we have the final results, with Sacre Bleu pipping Gladiators for the prestige of overall champions. The result hinged on erratic Martin Tomes v formidable Rob Wood, but hitting and hoping triumphed (just) over pimples and patience for a surprise win. Congratulations to all who took part, also to Brian Blagden who expertly marshalled the event as always. It was good to see new players and Juniors taking part in good numbers, adding an element of chaos to the handicapping but variety to the play. FOR THE FINAL POSITIONS click here.
For those of you who like a good table tennis puzzle, we had an interesting scorecard from one of this week's fixtures If you can work out what happened and who won what, please send your answers to Kieran Bean who may offer a small prize.
Summer League - Final Table and Playoffs
With the final results in, congrats are due to Gladiators, who won the Tuesday league in their customary dour and efficient fashion, while Sacre Bleu won the murderously competitive Wednesday league with flair and an entertaining style. The defending champs Duckling Ping Pong tried very hard and managed a creditable 3rd place in Wednesday's division. For the final table please click here
Ping Pong Parlour open in Sailmakers/Tower Ramparts!!
Since Friday 23rd June there is a Ping Pong Parlour in our town, ground floor of Sailmakers (next to Poundland). Purple carpets, orange walls, 3 tables, bats and balls, all for passers-by to play free of charge. This is one of the pop-up parlours launched by TTE to promote the sport - there for seven weeks to cover National Table Tennis Day on July 12th and beyond. We are curious that TTE don't appear to have let us or IDTTL know about this, as we are in regular contact with them, but at least there was an article in the Star.
Wander down? Tell your friends? Pics here are courtesy of Rosemary: Pic 1 Pic 2 Pic 3
It's like announcing that the Martians have landed...!
Super Series 7th May
A full house of 24 players doffed their caps to Neil Charles, who won the event looking in full control throughout. Full report here
Britannia AGM - Thurs 27th April at 19:30
This went ahead as planned, all proceeded satidfactorily. Minutes are here, with a printed copy in the Dome.
Vigilance please
We have two reports over Easter of a person in hoodie poking around the Dome when there were vehicles in the car park, presumably with intent to steal even if someone was about. Please keep your eyes open and let a committee member know if you witness another
Alford Brothers sponsor Junior Table Tennis at Britannia
Suppliers of new and used cycles, motorbikes and scooters, based in felixstowe for over 50 years, Alford Bros are proud to support our Junior section. Healthy recreation and transport for active kids and their parents. See more details on the home page, or visit www.alfordbrothersandson.co.uk and support our sponsor!
All Generations Discos - another sponsor for BTTC
Catering for every kind of special event, with music for all ages, or a speciality night such as Motown, Rat Pack or 80's, let our very own Andrew Dosher sort our your entertainment. See the home page for more information or visit www.allgenerationsdiscos.com
Suffolk Closed TT Championships Sun 26th March 2017 - VENUE MOVED TO BRITANNIA
Well attended with a high quality field. Jake Collins and Clair Westlake were largely unbeaten all day, collecting a sackful of trophies between them. Click for full report and results
Super Series 12th March 2017
Gavin Rumgay prevailed over Ryan Collins - full details here
Suffolk Junior Closed Championships - March 12th
Held at Stowupland
Junior British League - Britannia Success
At the end of their first season, Britannia finished 2nd in division 4A. Click for presentation photo
Individual results were:
Samuel Hume - won 15 out of 16 played - 93.75%
Daniel Shelley - won 8 out of 10 played - 80%
Kian Burgess - won 14 out of 18 played - 77.78%
James Davies-Stokes - won 6 out of 16 played - 37.5%
IDTTL Championships - 18th/19th Feb 2017
The Corn Exchange again plays host to the big event of the league. Final date for entries is 22nd January 2017, via http://www.idttl.net/champsentry/ so get organised and get entered! SEE IDTTL WEBSITE FOR REPORTS / PHOTOS
Britannia Club Championships - 4th/5th Feb 2017
Championships passed off well, Ryan Collins capturing the Open Singles as expected. Results report.
Numbers in the Junior section up on last year - report here
Adult "Informal Coaching" Evenings
These have now finished for this season, to be reviewed in the summer before deciding about next season.
Super Series 22nd Jan 2017
A full house, again won by Neil Charles over Lauren Charles, in an event where Britannia club members were prominent. Report here
East Anglian Top 16 Tournament - Sun 8th Jan
16 very strong players from all around the region, with a shock as top seeds Ryan Collins and Neil Charles did not prevail. Click for report
Incident on Sunday 27th November - all car park users please note.
At approx 8pm last night one of the cars parked in the Dome front car park had a window smashed, and a lighted bottle of petrol or similar chucked inside. Fortunately this set off the car alarm, and club members quickly extinguished the flames, but this could have been significantly more dangerous. It has been reported to the Police, plus a few of the local residents (who share our concerns for their own vehicles and who will look out as a result).
Please can all users of the Dome keep vigilant and challenge anyone or raise immediate help if there is anything suspicious happening.
In the meantime the officers of the club are looking at practical options to protect people and property.
Sandpaper Bat Tournament December 2016
Another enjoyable event on Sunday Dec 11th. Band A won by Andrew Dosher after a tense encounter with Curtis Beales, and Rex Manning stealing Band B from Martin Tomes - report to follow.
Suffolk County Veterans Championships 2016
Held at the Dome on Sunday 4th December 2016, report here.
Adult Improvement Sessions - Fri Dec 2nd 19:30
Lively and engaging, but room for more attendees next time - use it or lose it!
Super Series 6th November 2016
24 participants, won this time by Neil Charles. Full report here
Adult Coaching - Oct 7th
The inaugural coaching event for new and inexperienced players took place, attracting 6 non-members, 6 club members and a loaned table tennis robot. A positive and enthusiastic atmosphere prevaied, bats were twiddled, backs slapped and definitely worth repeating. Watch this page for more details of the November session
Britannia Suffolk Top 12 2016
Held at the Dome on Sunday 2nd October, the exclusive invitation event featured established talent from Ipswich and Lowestoft, with some of the finest junior players in the county. For event report click here
Super Series 18th Sept 2016
21 participants, won again by Lauren Charles - click for event report
Ormiston Coaching
We are providing a couple of volunteer coaches for 1 hour every fortnight, starting Wednesday 7th Sept 2016 1:30-2:30. This is to support the "Enrichment" programme where pupils choose non-academic activities to broaden their outlook. George Earle and John Seabrook have already volunteered, Jack Perkins also a possible. Contact Martin if you also are willing to take part
Britannia Summer League 2016
Now completed for 2016, the league was its usual mixture of sweaty fun and nail-biting tight games due to the handicaps. Team of the summer Greatest Show On Earth finished 3rd in the end, having only lost to some Donkeys but sweeping all else before them. Expertly organised by Sean, with Sylvain, Martin and "Super" Les completing the line up, they may be back to entertain the league again next year.
There were a few other tems taking part of course, all details in Brian Blagden's Season Report.
Super Series 7th Aug 2016
A full turnout and lively event - click for report
Junior British League
Britannia didn't manage to qualify for the League last year, but this year strode through qualifying in style. Hats off to K Burgess, J Davies-Stokes and D Shelley, and click here for the report
Suffolk County TTA AGM
Held at the end of June. Click for Minutes, Chair's report and Officers
Sandpaper Bat Tournament June 2016
28 players participated on 12th June at the Dome. Event report to follow
2015/6 Super Series
Final event of the season was Sunday May 15th at the Dome. Won by Chris Doran, report here
Club AGM 2016
Held on Thurs 28th April at the Dome. For minutes click here.
Britannia Club Championships 2016
Sat 16th and Sun 17th April at the Dome. Saturday saw all Juior events with results report here and all Senior events were on Sunday including a fun Hard Bat singles event at the end of the day. Click here for Seniors report and results summary. Numbers down this year but enjoyed by all nonetheless.
2015/6 Super Series
Event included Chris Doran, recently seen on ITV4 at the national championships. For event report click here
Suffolk Senior Closed champs
Being held at Stowupland High School, Sunday 20th March, starting 09:15. Entry forms are on the table in the Dome, entry by Fri 11th March to Andrew Dosher.
IDTTL 2015/16 Championships
Being held at the Ipswich Corn Exchange on the weekend of 13th and 14th February 2016. Entry forms and details are in the League Handbook, or you can enter through www.idttl.net/champsentry. ENTRY IS EXTENDED TO SAT 16th JAN 1pm by handbook postcard or website only, and is free of charge for as many events as you can fit in.
If you have a little free time in the evening of Friday Feb 12th, the organisers are looking for volunteers to collect and set up the tables, and clear up after the event on Sunday 14th - let Martin Tomes know if so. SEE IDTTL WEBSITE FOR REPORTS AND PHOTOS
Table Tennis road trip 2018 (5 go to France)
Britannia members hoof off to France for the weekend for 18 hours of knackering fun. For report click here.
Photos from the weekend (see text for more details: 1) Limbering up on the plane, 2) Giant mechanical elephant, 3) Nigel's organ, 4) How to arrive at a serious sporting event, 5) Thouare hall, 6) Avrille hall, 7) Sylvain's team, 8) Miriam's team, 9) Angers tapestry
Table Tennis Road Trip to France June 2017
Any excuse for a jolly trip, Martin Tomes and Sylvain Floury spent a weekend in France playing 2 tournaments in the sweltering heat. Click here for a short report and pics
Open Day 2016
This was successful and enjoyable. Click for event report and for photos
Britannia Open Day 2015
Held at the Dome, Sunday 19th July 2015
Click for Report and photos