Marc Chawner & Mark Josephs
were in the team that came third in the EBU Swiss Teams on 3rd August - Well done Marc & Mark
Berks & Bucks Green Pointed Events

 

Swiss Pairs & Swiss Teams

Swiss Pairs: Saturday 31 October 2026 at 11am

Swiss Teams: Sunday 1 November 2026 at 11am

Follow the link for all the information & details of events

Berks and Bucks Contract Bridge Association, Berks & Bucks County
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Welcome to Essex Contract Bridge Association
IMPORTANT CHANGE TO GREEN POINTED FORMAT

GREEN POINTED EVENT

20th September 2026

Barleylands starting at 12 noon

Please be advised that while the event retains its Green Pointed status, the playing format has changed due to a lower number of entries than anticipated, our County Director has advised that running a Swiss Pairs format will not be possible.

Consequently, the tournament will now run as a Championship Pairs event, utilising a complete Howell movement (11x4 board rounds).

Please note the key details for the event below:

  • Format: Championship Pairs (Howell movement, 11x4 board rounds)
  • Start Time: 12:00 PM
  • Entry Fee: Unchanged
  • Master Points: Due to the format alteration, Green Points will now be awarded strictly to the top third of the field.

 

Thank you for your understanding and adaptability regarding these adjustments. We look forward to a fantastic day of bridge this Sunday.

Payment:  Sort code: 20-72-89 - A/c No: 63373487
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Essex Leagues 26/27 WE'RE OPEN FOR BUSINESS!


The Entry Form is now available below for existing teams and new teams

Just enter your Captain and team members with contact details for the captains - and Gemma will do the rest

Don't forget - you can play a sub at any time - just double check with Gemma that the sub hasn't played on any other team and you'll be good to go!

Aplogies for the lateness of putting up the payment details - completely my fault (Mary) and Gemma's had to interrupt her sojourn to nag me!  So here it is £20 is the fee

Payment:  Sort code: 20-72-89 - A/c No: 63373487

 

Whether you are aiming for top-flight contention in Division 1 or entering a casual team to enjoy competitive, structured matches with friends, start rallying your players now - and remember you have flexibility during the whole of the League window to add a sub

Make sure your team is locked in and ready to compete!

Can't think of a witty name?  Email Gemma sec.essexleagues@gmail.com and she'll help you

For results of 25/26 season  see here
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Next International Pairs 16th September 2026

 

 

The card sharks were out in full force last night for the Essex International Pairs on RealBridge, and it’s safe to say things got beautifully chaotic.

Wirt Gilliam & Frank Morgan absolutely ran away with the top spot, dropping a massive 65.00% score like it was nothing.

They essentially spent the evening playing 4D chess while everyone else was trying to remember if diamonds beat clubs!

The podium was a truly international affair.

Swedish powerhouses Tomas Truedsson & Claes Kvist grabbed a stylish second place at 62.86%, while the local legends Mark Josephs & Marc Chawner locked down third with a very respectable 60.95%

Well done Everybody

If you would like to participate in some of the excitement - all you need do ......

Is contact Marc Chawner at Marc.Chawner@aol.com

Marc will send you details for the next event on the 16th September 2026
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AGM Minutes 12th July 2026

For those of you who took part in the Essex Leagues - you'll be interested to read Gemma's final report - a much more exciting finish than we expected

ECBA AGM 120726 FINAL PDF.pdf

 
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Sussex & Kent Congress 24/25 October 2026

The Sussex / Kent Congress, 24-25th October, in the comfortable Tunbridge Wells Bridge Club. Green Pointed Swiss Pairs on Saturday and Green Pointed Swiss Teams on Sunday. A hot meal may be ordered. Click this link for more information and to enter.

https://www.bridgewebs.com/cgi-bin/bwor/bw.cgi?club=kent&pid=display_page50

 
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Uppsala Series On-line

Uppsala Swedish League Availability

 

 

 
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Essex County Matches

Essex County Matches Availability 2026-2027

 

 

 
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Essex County matches - end of year results
Congratulations to the Essex teams. The final table shows:

Division 1 Essex were clear winners having won every match with an average of 76%.

Division 2 Essex were 2nd behind Herts who won by more than a match.

Division 3 Essex were 4th, but showed considerable resilience after a poor start.
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Margaret Curtis International

The Essex Bridge Academy organises the fortnightly Essex International Pairs as part of its training and coaching portfolio.  The Academy was able to set-up these sessions without charging players because of a generous bequest from the late Margaret Curtis. Our International Pairs has proven to be a popular and challenging event and continues to be free to players who meet the admission criteria. Consequently, invitations to join our Wednesday evenings, and the session links, can only be issued by the organisers in Essex.

All current players continue to be welcomed. If you wish to invite other players, please email Marc (marc.chawner@aol.com) first to confirm eligibility. 

 
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Essex Contract Bridge Association
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The ECBA was formed in 1946. We have around 1,500 members and 15 affiliated clubs. ..........

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English Bridge Education & Development

The EBU is keen that all members are aware of the services of EBED, its new charity for Bridge Education & Development, Click on this box to find out more and visit their new website!
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Results
Sat 5th Sep 2026
Metropolitan Cup Division A
Sat 5th Sep 2026
Metropolitan Cup Division B
Sat 5th Sep 2026
Metropolitan Cup Division C
Wed 2nd Sep 2026
Essex International Pairs
RealBridge
Calendar
Wed 16th Sep 2026
Essex International Pairs
RealBridge 7pm
Sun 20th Sep 2026
Green pointed Swiss Pairs
Barleylands 13.00
Sun 27th Sep 2026
ECL v. Herts (Away)
RealBridge 1pm
Wed 30th Sep 2026
Essex International Pairs
RealBridge 7pm
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