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Thinking about Playing Bridge ...

If you like a game of cards, like a new puzzle to solve and fancy meeting some new people, Bridge might just be for you.

People learn the game in many ways. Maybe you've played a bit before, maybe you've played other games. Lessons are a great start, to learn the basics and establish partnerships and friendships with others learning the game too. Others might want to read a little to get the basics. Playing the game in Assisted Play sessions, or Gentle Bridge sessions move things on from theory to actually playing the game. Mistakes and triumphs are all part of the pleasure!

We're a friendly club. Details of where we play, when and how much it costs are available in Club Information, When and Where for CNWBC

If you think you might be interested in learning to play bridge please contact Ann Ridgway,  Phone or txt 07438 890071 or Email Ann Ridgway

Bridge Lessons

The club runs a series of lessons based on the EBU 'Bridge For All Programme' They are organised and led by an EBTA teacher.

A small group learn together in a relaxed, friendly and fun environment.

New series of beginner lessons starting on Monday 12th February, 7pm - 9pm

If you are interested in learning to play bridge please contact Ann Ridgway,  Phone or txt 07438 890071 or Email Ann Ridgway

We also run weekly 'Assisted Play' sessions for learners and improvers, and a gentle bridge session to enable learners to practise their game amongst other newcomers.

Assisted Play

There is no one approach to learning Bridge. Lessons, reading books are all good, and suit some people better than others. However, with the basics absorbed, actually playing some hands of Bridge, making some mistakes, and having a few triumphs are all the better! 'Assisted Play' and 'Gentle Bridge' sessions are a great way to learn and enjoy the game too.

Assisted Play sessions take place on Tuesday mornings. See the Calender Month page.

Mentored Individual Events

The Mentored Pivot learning event took place on Monday 16th October, 2023. (Full details in the Mentored Individual Flyer Oct'23) These events are educational and aimed at improvers. An expert plays at each table and three boards are played at each table. Prepared hands illustrating specific scenarios are played and discussed at the table.

New Alerting, Announcing and Bidding Rules

The EBU have announced changes to the laws on announcing - EBU page 'New Alerting, Announcing and Bidding Rules' The new Blue Book and White Book are now available and came into force on 1st September, 2022. There are changes to announcements and the rules for strong bids.

There is a handy summary EBU page Announcements Summary (Updated 3 August 2023 – effective 7 August 2023) This will be posted at the club too. (© The English Bridge Union 2023)