The plaque was unveiled by Lawn Tennis Association in 1982. It is thought that the first experimental version of the game was played at 8 Ampton Road in 1859 or 1860 (rather than 1865, as stated on this plaque), by Augurio Perera and Major T H 'Harry' Gem. This photograph, with the background removed, was published on page 114 of 'Played in Birmingham' by Steve Beauchampe and Simon Inglis.
This is part of the Series: PLA01/01 Played in Birmingham; within the Collection: PLA01 Played in Britain Collection
© Historic England Archive
Photographer: Inglis, Simon
Late 20th Century Plaque, Leisure And Recreation
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