Hatfield Heath Bridge Club has been in existence for over 50 years. It originated in the homes of a group of friends in the neighbouring village of Little Hallingbury and expanded into the Institute Hall and then again into the well appointed village hall at Hatfield Heath.

The objective of the club is to play competitive bridge in a friendly atmosphere.  We cater for different levels of skill, with all assured of a friendly welcome.

We have been operating our own version of the EBU’s Better Behaviour at Bridge since opening and the emphasis being upon friendliness, our Directors are instructed to interpret the rules (where possible) in the most lenient of ways.

Michael Shine (Chairman)

This year’s garden party was transferred to the village hall as it appeared that rain was imminent. Due to the co-ordinated organisation of Michael and Penny together with help by David Randall and lovely flower arrangements by Hannah, the hall looked very attractive when members and their guests arrived.

The tables were loaded with tasty food produced by members and wines and soft drinks were provided by the club. There were lulls in the conversation and laughter as people were eating and all declared on departure that they had had a very enjoyable time.

Thank you committee, we hope to have another enjoyable lunch and afternoon next year.  Put the date in your diary - 29th August 2027

There have been some recent changes to the BLUE BOOK which is the handbook of EBU Permitted Understandings.  These changes are outlined in the Ask Robin section on pages 34/35 of the September 2022 edition of the EBU magazine that all members received and is available in the magazine archive on the EBU website.

The changes involve what bids are announced or alerted and what defines a strong opening bid.  The article explains these changes in detail.

There is a summary chart on the EBU website that details what bids need alerting or announcing.  

The following links might help:

EBU Blue Book Changes

Announcements Summary table

Or if you would like to peruse the whole Blue Book it is here.

Bridge lessons are available from our qualified bridge teacher.  See Education for details.