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Ever Wondered How A Tennis Ball Is Made?
April 2023
Have you ever wondered about the process of manufacturing tennis balls? We have been in the tennis ball business since 1936 here at Price of Bath. Here's just how we do it!
Brand Collaborations at Price of Bath
March 2023
It’s always a great pleasure to work with major brands on their tennis-themed projects. Here’s a look back over our photo archives at some of our favourite campaigns from recent years.
OUR NEW PRICE OF BATH 'JINGLE' BELL BALL
October 2020
Recently, one of our customers, Neil Martin got in touch to tell us about his dog, Reggie, who had sadly become visually impaired and couldn't see or chase his beloved tennis balls anymore. By placing a hawk bell inside one of our tennis balls we created a 'jingle' sound that allow dogs like Reggie to play his favourite game of fetch again.
ANYONE FOR TENNIS 57?
September 2020
Tennis was one of the first sporting activities to re-open to the public. One enterprising club, The Woodford Wells Club, encouraged their squash players onto the tennis court, however, they needed a colourful ball to show on court. Price of Bath were only too happy to come to the rescue with a bright pink Squash57 ball and so their new hybrid game Tennis57 was born!
IN THE DOGHOUSE
August 2020
Throwing the spotlight on one of our favourite customers, a pet shop merged with a dog grooming salon and chic cafe. Founder Ruth Warren has created a haven for dog-lovers and their four legged friends. Ruth and her friendly team of ‘Pet Shop Baristas’ are exceptionally well informed on all things pet related.
'BATTLE OF THE BRITS' A PROMOTIONAL CASE STUDY - SCHRODERS
July 2020
Price of Bath was proud to support the first Schroders Fundraising Tennis Tournament in aid of NHS Charities Together. The event was to prove a great success with Schroders exceeding their original pledge, raising over £120,000 for NHS Charities Together.
PRICE CITATION, A BALL REBORN FOR 2020
June 2020
When it was originally launched five decades ago the Price Citation ball was one of the most popular balls on the market, our pressurised ball has now been redesigned to meet the new demands facing tennis in 2020.
WHY DO DOGS LOVE TENNIS BALLS SO MUCH?
June 2020
Tennis balls are a classic, time-tested toy for dogs that can provide hours of fun and excitement for your pup. A simple game of fetch is great fun for a dog; tennis balls are perhaps the most fun and versatile dog toys available.
TENNIS BALLS FOR ICONIC CLOTHING LINE FRED PERRY
May 2020
When we received a request from Fred Perry to create a batch of tennis balls with their clothing brand and iconic logo, we were naturally delighted here at Price of Bath. The result, these beautiful black logo balls.
THE STORY OF THE MINI RED 75 BALL
April 2020
When the LTA were looking at new ways of encouraging youngsters to take up tennis Derek came up with the Mini Red 75 ball concept. The ball was an instant success and was quickly adopted by tennis coaches in the UK and beyond.
Choose The Correct Tennis Ball For Juniors – A User’s Guide
April 2020
If you have kids interested in tennis you will find the traditional sized yellow balls will only lead to frustration for them. You will soon discover that Mini Tennis starter balls are ideal. But which one is best for you?
THE ORIGINAL MINI RED 75 TENNIS BALL
March 2020
The Mini Tennis system of traffic light coloured balls is very much a standard part of tennis coaching of the under 10’s. But did you know it’s only been around for two decades? So how did the idea for the first Mini Tennis ball come about?