Eton Fives courts open at St Bart's

Eton Fives is one of England’s oldest games originating from peasants knocking balls against chapel walls. It is a form of handball similar to squash but players hit the ball, which is roughly the size of a golf ball, with gloved hands rather than a racket.
The game is played on a special three-walled court modelled on Eton College’s chapel and features a series of obstacles including a protruding wall on the left side.
The courts were opened by President of the Eton Fives Association, Richard Barber OBE, and were constructed by JPR Courts who specialise in building and renovating Fives courts.
The three covered courts will enable students to play in all weathers and marks the final stage of the schools new building project.
St Barts Headteacher, Christina Haddrell, said the sport was part of the school’s heritage and that sixth form students were excited to be playing on the new courts.
Mrs Haddrell said: “These courts will give opportunities for girls and boys of all ages to learn how to play and to enjoy this sport.
We are pleased that these fantastic facilities will also be available for community use out of school hours.”