We had already mentioned the possibility of new scoreboards a few months ago. The old boards are worn out and prone to malfunctions. Still, finding a good alternative wasn’t that easy. We finally found a suitable system at the beautiful Castricum Billiards Center, where Alex Völker is an experienced billiards player and also the
t’s time to replace the carom tables again. We typically do this after about 1,000 hours of play. The schedule is as follows: Tables 1–2–3 and 8–9 will get new cloth on Friday, August 14, and tables 4–7 and 5–6 will be next on Saturday, August 15. We will contact regular renters on those
From 1 June, we are responding to a request from many of our regular customers. From now on, you can cancel a tennis court, padel court or snooker table that you have already booked and paid for yourself. The money will then be refunded to your account within 24 hours via iDEAL/Wero.Cancellation remains free
Between clay courts and management A joint interview with Groundsman Gijs Abelen and Park Manager Rolf Bredschneijder At Park Startbaan, everything revolves around the visitor experience, quality and continuity. But who actually ensures this? And more importantly: how do you view the same park when you are responsible for the quality of the park and
Regular billiards players have probably all experienced it: a malfunction in the scoreboards. The current scoreboards date back to the distant past and have been kept going over the years with a great deal of ingenuity. But with all due respect, gentlemen, many thanks for this technical work! We’ve had enough of the constant
It is with great reluctance that we will be saying goodbye to Herman Mus in mid-2026. In June, he will reach the age of retirement and become eligible for a state pension. As the board of Park Startbaan, we have enjoyed a fantastic working relationship with Herman over the past eight years. His commitment
With the transition of Sportcafé Startbaan to its new owners Rachel Gans and Xander Spong, Carmen has also decided to continue her career elsewhere. In her beautiful hometown of Hazerswoude, the local neighborhood café was eager to have her join their team. And we understand that all too well.She will continue to work with
The boards of Stichting Park Startbaan and Tennisvereniging LTC Startbaan invite: All tennis players, padel players, and billiard players All volunteers of the club and foundation Trainers Good relations Old and young Partners are also welcome. to the joint NEW YEAR'S RECEPTION on January 10, 2026,
It had been known “on the terrace” for some time. Rick Nieuwenkamp, the current owner of Sportcafé Startbaan, decided a year ago to put his business up for sale. Rick has run the catering business at Park Startbaan for 10 years and made it what it is today. For him, it is time for
After approximately 127 years as billiards experts based in Amsterdam's De Pijp neighborhood, our loyal supplier Wilhelmina Billards has closed its doors.The two brothers, Paul and Robert, are taking a well-deserved retirement.We would like to thank Wilhelmina Billards for taking such good care of the tables and for their many helpful suggestions. We wish
