Following last years competition, the Executive have agreed that the Higson Cup needs to be revamped

Given the recent numbers entering the competition knockout rounds are no longer required. The handicapping is also felt to be cumbersome, not universally popular, and potentially discouraging some teams from entering.

Therefore 2027 will be run as a straightforward Multiple teams event, with the Cup contested as an Open event, and the Plate as a Jack-high competition (players to be named and their grade taken at day of entry).

Prizes will be awarded, refreshments provided on the day, and therefore an entry fee of £50 per team will be applied.

The date will be Sunday 25th April with a start time of 11.00am. The venue for 2027 is the same as last year, at St. Peters Church Hall, Altrincham

At least 45 boards will be played in 2 sessions, and entry forms will be published in the New Year.

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