Details for Payment: Payments should be made by bank transfer to the following LMBA account, using the event name as a reference: 
Account name “London Metropolitan Bridge Association” Account No: 41838562 Sort Code: 09-06-66
Please remember to enter the 'name of payee' in full, i.e. London Metropolitan Bridge Association. Abbreviations and acronyms and other forms may not work. In some events, payment on the day is acceptable. Please see individual competitions for more details.

Please note that the LMBA has no facilities for accepting payments by credit or debit card.

Venue: Unless otherwise indicated, all events will be held at the London MindSports Centre in Hammersmith, the home of the Young Chelsea Bridge Club. The address is 21 Dalling Road, London, W6 0JD MAP.

Sunday 6th December 2026 starting at 2.00pm

Venue: Young Chelsea BC, 21-23 Dalling Road, W6 0JD

Holders: Sati McKenzie and Roger Pratt

This ‘No Fear’ pairs competition is for those who like to play tournament bridge under more relaxed conditions than often apply. The competition will comprise a single extended session of match-pointed pairs, and is especially for those like to enjoy a social atmosphere when playing.

Improvers and tournament novices are most welcome and more experienced players may find this an ideal way to introduce family, friends and colleagues to organised bridge. Players need not be members of the EBU or LMBA.

The principal aim of this event is enjoyment, so the pace of play is a little more leisurely than usual. Some system restrictions apply to ensure the less-experienced are not confounded by excessive complexity, but allowed systems include most of the commonly used conventions. (A full description of allowed systems and conventions can be found at LMBA Simple System card.pdf and will be made available at the event.)

A complimentary glass of wine (or a soft drink) awaits you at the end of the session to be enjoyed whilst discussing the hands that you have just played with an expert, who will be happy to answer any questions.

Entry fee:  £13 per player, £26.00 per pair. Half price for juniors.

Entries should preferably be made by using the online form. Alternatively, the same information can be sent by email to LMBAentries@gmail.com, quoting Palmer Bayer in the subject line.

Entry fees should preferably be paid in advance, but entries and payment will usually be accepted on the day at the discretion of the Tournament Director/Event Organiser.

Enquiries may be directed to the organiser Chris Duckworth on 07768 693168 or at christinejduckworth@gmail.com.

Ian Gardiner Qualifier - 2 sessions, Jan 24 2027, 11.30 am

Sunday 24^th January 2027 starting at 11.30am

Venue: Young Chelsea BC, 21-23 Dalling Road, W6 0JD

Holders: Kevin Castner, Phil King, Stefano Tommasini, Sebastian Atisen

THE SMALL PRINT:

• The leading two eligible teams will play a head-to-head 48-board match at a later date to determine the winner of the Ian Gardiner Trophy.
• The Trophy winners will be entitled to represent London in the Pachabo Cup, the national inter-county teams championship. The Trophy winners will also be invited to play off against the Young Chelsea Knock-Out winners. Provided the playoff has occurred before the end of 2026, the winners of the playoff will be invited to represent London at the prestigious Lederer Memorial Trophy in February 2027.
• All players must be LMBA members. To be eligible for the final, all players in a team must also have London as their primary County of Allegiance before the event.
  
• The qualifier is scored using the same method as the Pachabo – a combination of IMPs and point-a-board. EBU level 4 systems are permitted.
• The early start on the day is combined with a short break between sessions, allowing an early finish on Saturday evening.
• Entries should be sent to LMBAentries@gmail.com, quoting Ian Gardiner in the subject.

Entry Fee: £80.00 per team.

Enquiries to David Muller (07847 618105 / d1muller@yahoo.co.uk )
Entries: Online via www.metrobridge.co.uk or to LMBAentries@gmail.com

Entry fees should be paid in advance, but entries and payment may be accepted on the day at the discretion of the Tournament Director/Event Organiser.