High-Spec Commercial Kitchen Installation – Avenue Tennis, Kent

Client: Private Client via WW Martin Construction
Location: Gillingham, Kent
Project Type: New Build Kitchen Installation | Sports Centre Catering
Sector: Health & Fitness | Sports & Leisure | Hospitality

Project Overview

We were commissioned to deliver a premium commercial kitchen installation as part of the major expansion at Avenue Tennis, a prestigious racquets and wellness facility in Gillingham. The development, managed by Kent-based construction firm WW Martin, included new indoor and outdoor tennis courts, luxury treatment rooms, spas, and function spaces—all constructed to an exceptionally high standard.

The kitchen, a key feature of the new hospitality offering, needed to match the overall level of quality and meet the expectations of a private client with a clear, uncompromising vision for the final result.

Our Scope of Work

We began our work on-site during the summer with the installation of a 4.6-metre commercial extraction canopy, tailored to the kitchen layout and operational needs. Our initial phase included:

• Design and installation of a full ventilation system, incorporating:

  • High-capacity ductwork

  • Silencers for noise reduction

  • Advanced filtration systems to comply with commercial standards

This phase was completed to the point where the main contractor could continue their electrical and construction work in the space.

Equipment Installation & Fit-Out

Following a short delay in the main build schedule, our team returned to complete the kitchen installation, which included:

• Blue Seal prime cooking line – commercial-grade equipment for reliable, high-performance cooking

• 10-grid Rational combi oven – versatile and programmable for modern menu demands

• Maidaid passthrough dishwasher – efficient, high-volume warewashing system

• Foster refrigeration and freezer cabinets – industry-leading cold storage solutions

All equipment was installed to ensure optimal workflow, ease of maintenance, and compliance with hygiene standards.

A Kitchen to Match a Premium Fitness Facility

Although the full facility was still under construction at the time of kitchen completion, our portion of the project was delivered on time and to specification, ready for final commissioning ahead of the Spring 2017 opening.

This installation is a prime example of our ability to work seamlessly with construction partners on large-scale, multi-phase developments, while delivering kitchens that meet both technical requirements and aesthetic expectations.

Summary

With this project at Avenue Tennis, we’ve helped bring to life a commercial kitchen environment that complements a world-class health and leisure venue. From extraction to refrigeration, every element was planned and installed with performance and quality in mind.

We’re proud to support Avenue Tennis and WW Martin in creating a destination that redefines leisure, wellness, and hospitality in Kent.