Congratulations to Pauline Chapelhow on her promotion to 1 Star Master; Bernard Higgins on becoming an Area Master and Michael Solomon and Patrick Thomson on becoming Club Masters.

On Thursday 9th July we had a most unusual contract - 1NT redoubled plus one vulnerable. Give yourself a pat on the back if you can work out the score without cheating! Frank and Barbara were first with Tim and Colin and Lisa and Jan scoring over 60% too. And the answer to that score? 1160, not a figure I remember seeing before.

Those of a certain age will recall the great Lancashire and India wicketkeeper Farock Engineer who has been playing with us online on a Wednesday evening. Howzat!

On Friday 3rd July Irina and Frank were first with Gill and Chris in second place.

If you spot a scoring mistake in any of our games, please contact the Secretary or Scorer by noon the following day.

Stannington BC offers three regular games, all operating under EBU rules and awarding master points. On Wednesday evenings we play an online game of about 20 boards on BBO. On Thursday mornings at Stannington Village Hall we have a gentle bridge session of around 15 boards for members and improvers and provide hosts as partners. On Friday evenings we play face to face at the hall too when we hold our main club evening and play 24 boards. We have a monthly special event including friendly competitions, expert talks, cheese and wine evenings and, of course, our legendary Christmas Party!

We provide free refreshments and welcome visitors and players of all abilities to our friendly club.

If you are looking for a partner please contact Stephen Reay on 07941 373318 or by email StephenReay@sky.com.

NEBA has announced the following events for 2026. Further details are available through their website.

Sunday 26th July Swiss Teams (Stratified) Whitley Bay 2pm

Saturday and Sunday 28th 29th November NEBA Congress Blackwell Grange Hotel Darlington