CLYDE BRIDGE CENTRE
GLASGOW'S HOME OF BRIDGE
4 NASMYTH PLACE HILLINGTON G52 4PR
0141 473 3124
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BULLETIN

Please email Maggie confirming the date or dates you wish to attend. 

Registration will only be confirmed after payment is received. Please pay by clicking on the Dates below which apply to you 

£25 for one seminar; £40 for both seminars. 

28th March      25th April   Both Dates

 

STANDBY
Please check the February Standby list by clicking Here
FORTHCOMING EVENTS
THE ACADEMY 16TH FEBRUARY
REFRESHERS' COURSE 
THE ACADEMY 18TH FEBRUARY

SBU IMPROVERS' SEMINAR (click)
REAL BRIDGE 22ND FEBRUARY 4PM

STEVE BAILEY BRONZE PAIRS
BBO SUNDAY 22ND MARCH 11AM

Apologies:
Martin Robertson and Charles Cleary were in joint N/S  1st place in the Valentine’s tournament. 
The Sunday hands are incorrect, but unfortunately we were unable to;e to correct them 

Results
Tuesday Afternoon Pairs
1245
BBO
7pm
Monday Evening pairs
7PM
Relaxed Sunday Pairs
1pm
Friday Morning Valentine's Bridge & Crumpets
1030am
Thursday Evening Pairs
1900
No Fear Tournament
19.00
Wednesday Afternoon
12.45
Wednesday Evening Pairs
7pm
Wednesday Play & learn
7PM
Tuesday Afternoon Pairs
1245
Calendar
Tue 17th February 2026
League 3 match
Downstairs 18.30
NELG vs The Duffers
Captains: John Glen / Larry Selwyn
Key Holder/contact: France McKeon
Tue 17th February 2026
Beginners
Academy 7pm
Key Holder/contact: Frances/Norma
Wed 18th February 2026
Refresher Course
The Academy 10am
Key Holder/contact: Georgina
Wed 18th February 2026
Wednesday Afternoon
12.45
Director: Shirish Chotai
Dealer: Grace & Jerry
Standby: Roy Levine
Wed 18th February 2026
Wednesday Evening Pairs
7pm
Director: Peter Hodgson
Standby: Tony Goldberg
  (Partner?)
Wed 18th February 2026
Wednesday Play & learn
Academy 7PM
Director: John/Maria
Wed 18th February 2026
Refreshers Course
Academy 10am-12pm
Key Holder/contact: Frances/Norma
Thu 19th February 2026
Thursday Evening Pairs
1900
Director: Sandy Mathieson
Standby: Diane Murdoch
CLYDE BRIDGE CENTRE

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The Clyde Bridge Club is easily accessible from the North and South of Glasgow, Paisley, Dumbarton, Erskine, Kilmarnock, Greenock, Hamilton, East Kilbride & Cumbernauld with plentiful parking. 
Our Bridge Academy has a range of courses to meet all levels of players from beginners to experienced. See Where & When We Play for list of tournaments.  But first see our Picture Gallery and then visit us and see for yourself what this Glasgow bridge club has to offer. 
Visitors: All visitors are welcome up to a maximum of six visits per year.

Be My Valentine!

Many thanks to Ileen for organising a Valentine's event.  We had 11 tables and everyone enjoyed the camaraderie, cup cakes, shortbread and of course - last but not least - the Bridge. Hearts   and Diamonds   abounded and fun was had by all. If you weren't there  - make sure you don't miss out on our next event. 

Be My Valentine
Fab Cupcakes
Ladies in Pink
Shortbread to break your heart
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Tournament Director's Course

Angus MacDonald will be holding a Tournament Director’s course on Saturday,18 April from 10 to 4. There is a nominal charge in the region of £10 depending on the number of attendees.  For those who wish to take part but cannot attend, Angus is running a similar course at the Prestwick Bridge Club on 7 March but places will be limited.  For those wishing to attend what will be a very instructive session, please contact Alan L.

Another Successful & Fun Under 21's Training day
Jan Under 21
Jan Under 21
Jan Under 21
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The Club hosted a second Under 21 training session on Sunday January 25th which proved a great success.  The smiling faces say it all! The feedback was very positive and a third session has been organised for the 29th  March. Ten of the squad who will be representing Scotland in the forthcoming Peggy Bayer international, held this year in Scotland, too part in Sunday's training session.  We wish them well!

The Bridge Academy
The Bridge Academy

Look under The Academy Tab above for information about all the courses The Academy has to offer.
Remember to apply asap as the courses become full very quickly. 

Forthcoming Courses:

  • Advanced Course: 16th February
  • Refresher Course: 18th February

If you are interested in a course that is not featured let us know by emailing The Academy

If you would like to find out more about our next set of Beginner lessons email FRANCES or explore The Bridge Academy tab.
 

Could you teach Bridge?

 

 

 

You don’t have to be an expert to teach Beginners to play Bridge!
Possibly a back ground in teaching is more helpful! After all you didn’t need a degree in Astronomy to teach about the Solar System! 
Contact the SBU HERE 

Help Shape the Future of Youth Bridge in Scotland
Help Shape the Future of Youth Bridge in Scotland

Over the past year, the Scottish Bridge Union (SBU) has made exciting strides in developing Youth Bridge across the country. As their initiatives grow, so does the need for a committed and collaborative team to help them deliver even more impact. They’re now recruiting volunteers to take on key roles within the Youth Bridge programme. If you're organised, enthusiastic, and eager to make a difference in young people's lives through bridge, please contact OpsCoordinator@sbu.org.uk

Barnet's Corner

 Valentines – Bridge and Crumpets 

There were 10 North South pairs for the tournament.  But Board 1 proved too difficult for the North South pairs. See my recommended auction in the bidding box. 

2S: Weak Jump overcall – only with this kind of hand non vul. 
3S: At least 3+ hearts Game Forcing  
4S: Raising the Ante  
4NT:RKC 1430
5C:1 key card 
5D: Do you have the trump Q? 
6H: Yes but no king outside – South does not count a singleton K in opponents suit – usually without value 

Click "Show Answer" to see how North should think and evaluate hand. 

North’s Thinking -   I have 3 ♠  and the opponents have guaranteed 9 between them. Partner has a singleton. If he has the ♥ KQ  that is only 5 points. All he needs is the ♦ K or ♣ Q  to guarantee the slam. I think I will bid slam but I will ask for key cards first.  

Tip if you have only 2 high card points in a good hand that you know your partner has a singleton that is a bonus. The fewer points the better. Imagine you are playing with a 30 pt deck with one suit missing. Here you have 27 hcp between you (discount the ♠ K) and that is usually more than enough. 

Cafe Bridge in Scotland
Cafe Bridge in Scotland

If you haven't played Cafe Bridge you've missed out on some great fun!
The programme for Scotland in the Spring, Summer and Autumn can be found HERE

MEMBER ACCOUNT PAYMENT DETAILS & STATEMENT

For the bank details of where to pay money in for your "tournament" account (NOT membership) please click HERE

To receive an Email of your balance and statement of activity, please enter your SBU number and click “Receive account statement” button below; payments into your account do not appear immediately so recent payments may not show for a week or so. If you experience any problems please email The Treasurer

 





 

STANDBY SYSTEM

The Standby System : Members will receive their allocated dates in alphabetical order by email.  All members are required to be a Standby only once in the year and prompt confirmation, or if you cannot manage that date, a speedy response indicating when you are available, is greatly appreciated. Members can check names of the Standby in the Calendar. Click HERE to see this month's rota.  Please ensure you put your date in your own diary. If you need to change your date please try to arrange a "swap" and inform the TD of the new arrangement. 
When the standby arrives they should sit at the "standby" table and anyone without a partner should add their name to the Diary on the table as they come in. The TD will pair anyone up before the start of the tournament. 

If you intend to use the Standby system please arrive at the club a minimum of 15 minutes before the start of the tournament. 

KEY Holders

A list of all key holders can be found in the "Members Only" Area of the website. 

SOCIAL MEDIA

 

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Find a Partner/Reserve

Click on Members Only (Navigation Menu above)  Login using your usual ID and password Scroll to the tournament you want to play in using the right hand slider Tick the PR box ( left box of the 3 little boxes).  Press Confirm (near the top) To cancel your request, login as above then untick the PR box and press Confirm To contact someone looking for a Partner, Click on their request to email them or call them using the telephone number displayed.  Or reserve place by ticking PL