09-05-2025
‘Intimidated' neighbours accuse school over late-night tennis courts
Neighbours living next to an academy school in Norwich say their lives are now 'unbearable' because newly built tennis courts have become a magnet for antisocial behaviour.
Residents of Lowther Road said some pupils' behaviour on the courts at City of Norwich School (CNS) left them feeling 'intimidated'.
The five courts, which were funded by the Lawn Tennis Association, were built during the pandemic and CNS has applied to extend their opening hours until 10pm.
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It has left residents including Keith Philpot, 52, whose property backs on to the courts, fearing an already 'unbearable' situation will get much worse. 'You've got instructors yelling, whistles going, balls bouncing off fences,' he said. 'It's not just
