North Eastern Bridge Congress 2026
A Fresh New Look for the North East's Premier Bridge Weekend
NEBA is delighted to confirm that the North East Bridge Congress 2026 will take place at the excellent Blackwell Grange Hotel & Spa, Darlington, on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November 2026.
This year sees an exciting new partnership with Oliver Cowan Events, one of the country's leading bridge event organisers. Working together, we aim to provide a friendly, well-organised and enjoyable weekend of bridge for players from across the region and beyond.
Green Point Swiss Pairs
Saturday 28 November – 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm
Seven 7-board matches in a Green Pointed Swiss Pairs event.
Green Point Swiss Teams
Sunday 29 November – 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Seven 7-board matches in a Green Pointed Swiss Teams event.
Both events will be directed by Jonathan Lillycrop.
9-High Relaxed Pairs
For less experienced players, a separate 9-High Relaxed Pairs event will be held on Saturday 28 November from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Played over 24 boards with a mid-session break, this event provides an enjoyable and welcoming introduction to county-level competition. In addition to prizes for the winners, there will be a special prize for the best pair from any club entering four or more pairs.
Venue and Hospitality
The Blackwell Grange Hotel provides an attractive setting for a weekend of bridge, with ample parking and excellent facilities. Extra overnight bedrooms available at the nearby Bannatyne, Darlington via Oliver.
Entry to the Green Point events includes:
- Free parking at the Blackwell Grange Hotel
- Tea, coffee and sweet treats throughout the day
- Prize fund
Optional catering and accommodation are available at the venue and may be booked through Oliver Cowan Events. Soup & Sandwich Lunch £10 (available on both days) and a 2-course Sunday Lunch £25 must be pre-booked. Rooms at the Blackwell Grange Hotel are £129 per night single and £139 twin/double. Extra overnight bedrooms available at the nearby Bannatyne, Darlington via Oliver.
Green Point Swiss Pairs: £35 per person
Green Point Swiss Teams: £35 per person
Both Days: £65 per person
9-High Relaxed Pairs: £15 per person
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To enter and book catering/accommodation, please email your name and contact details to: ocbridgecomps@gmail.com
Payments direct to Oliver Cowan Events Ltd:
Sort code: 20-76-92
Account: 13206572
Oliver Cowan
07946 393033
We hope that players from clubs throughout Northumberland, County Durham, Tees, Tyne & Wear will support this exciting new-look Congress and help make it a memorable weekend of bridge.
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