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2026 Holidays

Overview

Enhance your bridge-playing skills and connect with fellow enthusiasts on a carefully curated 2026 holiday. We've tailored a variety of experiences to suit players of all levels! Whether you'd like to combine exploration with relaxed card play or prefer a varied bridge programme designed for regular club players, there's something to suit every card enthusiast. Joined by an experienced director, friendly host, or a combination of the team, you can sharpen your skills and learn from some of the best in the game!

In our 2026 collection, we’re excited to feature a mix of beloved and new destinations that blend perfect play with stunning scenery. Revel in the coastal charm of Torquay at the TLH Toorak Hotel, delve into the historical richness of Harrogate, including a visit to Newby Hall & Gardens, or unwind in the timeless tranquillity of the Cotswolds. Further afield, experience the enchanting Rhine Valley, explore the unique landscapes of the Azores, or indulge in a 5-star experience in Corfu. 

Booking early ensures the best choice of departure dates and gives you more time to save. So why wait? Make 2026 the year you combine your passion for bridge with incredible travels. 

22 Holidays available from £365pp

Play Bridge & Explore

Experience ultimate relaxation at the popular and charming Château des Comtes de Challes, set within truly beautiful surroundings.

  • 7 nights half-board accommodation
  • Fine wine with dinner
  • Services of our friendly hosts
  • Relaxed bridge sessions and interactive seminars
  • Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary
  • Coach travel for excursions
  • All local taxes and porterage
  • Excursions
    Included
  • Drinks
    Package
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 7th June
Travel
  • By Air
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Play Bridge & Explore
New Tour

Staying at the luxury 4-star Grange Hotel, combine relaxed bridge with the delight of exploring the beautiful Lake District National Park.

  • Services of our friendly hosts
  • Relaxed bridge sessions and a seminar
  • Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 4 nights half-board accommodation
  • Welcome drink
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary
  • Coach travel for excursions
  • Excursions
    Included
  • New
    Venue
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 14th September
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Premier Bridge

Join us in the heart of Torquay and enjoy a fantastic location just five minutes away from the stunning seafront.

  • 4 nights half-board accommodation
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 1 seminar
  • Complimentary car parking
  • Devonshire cream tea
  • Welcome drink
  • No Single
    Supplement
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 23rd March 4th May 19th October
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Premier Bridge
New Tour

From our base in heart of Harrogate, we enjoy a walking tour of this Victorian spa town and visit the wonderful Newby Hall & Gardens.

  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge programme with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 1 seminar
  • 4 nights half-board accommodation
  • Excursion with coach travel and guided walk as described in the itinerary
  • Welcome drink
  • Excursions
    Included
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 21st June
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Premier Bridge

Based at the Charlecote Pheasant, enjoy a fabulous visit to the beautiful Sudeley Castle and a relaxing railway journey on this bridge break.

  • 4 nights half-board accommodation
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 1 seminar
  • Welcome drink
  • Coach travel for excursions
  • Complimentary car parking
  • Excursions
    Included
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 10th August
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Premier Bridge

Staying at the 4-star Db San Antonio Hotel & Spa, enjoy a varied bridge programme and a full-day excursion to the island of Gozo.

  • 7 nights all-inclusive accommodation
  • Return airport transfers
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge programme with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • Welcome drink
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary
  • Local tourist tax

Availability:

  • 2026 5th February
Travel
  • By Air
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Premier Bridge

Take an indulgent bridge holiday at the luxurious, adults-only La Quinta Menorca by Portblue Boutique, with its first-class facilities and service.

  • 7 or 14 nights half-board accommodation
  • Return airport transfers from Mahon Airport
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge programme with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 2 weekly seminars
  • Welcome drink and canapés
  • Spa
    Facilities
  • New
    Venue
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 25th September 2nd October
Travel
  • By Air
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Premier Bridge
New Tour

Discover our winter sun bridge venue on the sunny south side of Tenerife, staying at the 4-star Paradise Park Hotel in Los Cristianos.

  • 7 or 14 nights all-inclusive accommodation
  • Return airport transfers from Tenerife South Airport to the hotel
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge programme with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 2 weekly bridge seminars

Availability:

  • 2026 21st January 28th January
Travel
  • By Air
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Premier Bridge

With excellent dining in the beachfront restaurant and an ultra all-inclusive package, the 5-star Raga Side Hotel is a Mediterranean dream.

  • 10 nights ultra all-inclusive accommodation
  • Return airport transfers from Antalya Airport
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge programme with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • Seminars twice weekly
  • Complimentary weekly laundry service
  • All
    Inclusive
  • Low Single
    Supplement
  • Spa
    Facilities

Availability:

  • 2026 1st November
Travel
  • By Air
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Premier Bridge

Staying at the lovely Acacia Marina resort, enjoy the beautiful gardens and a short level walk along the seafront promenade.

  • 7 nights half-board accommodation in your chosen hotel of either Acacia Marina or Acacia Palace
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary
  • Coach travel for excursions
  • Excursions
    Included
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 7th October
Travel
  • By Air
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Premier Bridge
New Tour

From the Sprowston Manor, Golf & Country Club, play bridge and visit Sandringham, ride the Bure Valley Railway and cruise the Norfolk Broads.

  • 5 nights half-board accommodation
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 1 morning seminar
  • Welcome drink
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary
  • Coach travel for excursions
  • Complimentary car parking
  • Excursions
    Included
  • New
    Venue
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 5th July
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Play Bridge & Explore

Visit Westport House, Achill Island and Connemara’s Kylemore Abbey, and take a cruise on Killary Fjord, as you discover Ireland’s west coast.

  • 5 nights half-board accommodation
  • Services of our friendly hosts
  • Relaxed bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • Welcome drink
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary
  • Coach travel for excursions
  • Excursions
    Included
  • Spa
    Facilities
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 20th September
Travel
  • By Air
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Premier Bridge
New Tour

Play bridge under the winter sun in beautiful Gran Canaria, with its sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, traditional towns, and lush greenery.

  • 7 or 14 nights half-board accommodation in a full sea view room
  • Return airport transfers from Las Palmas Airport to the hotel
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge programme with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 2 weekly bridge seminars

Availability:

  • 2026 6th January 13th January
Travel
  • By Air
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Premier Bridge

Soak up the sun and play bridge and bowls in gorgeous Paphos, staying at the luxurious 4-star Athena Royal Beach Hotel.

  • 10 nights half-board accommodation
  • Return airport transfers from Paphos Airport
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 3 morning seminars
  • Wine and fruit on arrival
  • 5 bowls sessions
  • Complimentary dance lessons twice weekly

Availability:

  • 2026 25th February
Travel
  • By Air
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Play Bridge & Explore
New Tour

On this springtime bridge holiday based in Oxfordshire, you'll cruise through the scenic 'Wind in the Willows' country and visit Windsor Castle.

  • Services of our friendly hosts
  • Relaxed bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 1 seminar
  • 4 nights half-board accommodation
  • Welcome drink
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary
  • Coach travel for excursions
  • Excursions
    Included
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 19th April
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Relaxed Bridge
New Tour

Staying at the 4-star Kernos Beach Hotel on the beautiful island of Crete, this relaxed bridge holiday is not to be missed!

  • Services of our friendly hosts
  • Relaxed bridge sessions and interactive seminars
  • 7 nights half-board accommodation
  • Return airport transfers
  • Welcome drink
  • Local tourist tax
  • Coach travel for excursion

Availability:

  • 2026 17th October
Travel
  • By Air
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Premier Bridge
New Tour

Join us on this early spring bridge holiday, staying at the Hotel Carlton in Bournemouth, set in an excellent location with views across the bay.

  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 1 seminar
  • 4 nights half-board accommodation
  • Welcome drink
  • Complimentary parking at the hotel
  • New
    Venue
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 16th March
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Premier Bridge
New Tour

Staying at the Royal & Fortescue Hotel in the historic town of Barnstaple, North Devon, you'll enjoy a wonderful, summer bridge holiday.

  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 1 seminar
  • 4 nights half-board accommodation
  • Welcome drink
  • New
    Venue
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 15th June
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Premier Bridge
New Tour

At the 5-star Rodostamo Hotel & Spa, enjoy superb facilities, excellent service and delicious dining, as well as a varied programme of bridge.

  • 10 nights half-board accommodation
  • Return airport transfers
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge programme with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 2 weekly bridge seminars
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary

Availability:

  • 2026 1st May
Travel
  • By Air
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Play Bridge & Explore

Join us on a very special bridge tour to the Azores, considered one of the most beautiful places in the world with breathtaking natural beauty.

  • 7 nights half-board accommodation
  • 2 lunches
  • Drinks package with dinner
  • Services of our friendly hosts
  • Relaxed bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 1 weekly bridge seminar
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary

Availability:

  • 2026 7th April
Travel
  • By Air
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Premier Bridge

At the entrance of Boka Bay where the Adriatic Sea meets the mountains of Montenegro, the Carine Hotel Kumbor boasts a truly stunning location.

  • 11 nights all-inclusive accommodation
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 3 seminars
  • Welcome drink
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary
  • Coach travel for excursions
  • All
    Inclusive
  • Excursions
    Included
  • Spa
    Facilities
  • New
    Venue

Availability:

  • 2026 17th May
Travel
  • By Air
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Play Bridge & Explore

Within the heart of the Rhine Valley, relax, explore and play bridge in the delightful winemaking town of Boppard.

  • Services of our friendly hosts
  • Relaxed bridge sessions and interactive seminars
  • Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 7 nights half-board accommodation
  • Welcome drink
  • Free use of local public transport
  • Entrance to Boppard Castle and Museum
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary
  • Excursions
    Included
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2026 21st June
Travel
  • By Air
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Meet the
Team

We’ve assembled a fantastic team of directors, hosts and teachers, all dedicated to providing an engaging and supportive bridge-playing environment.

Meet the Team
James and Jane Tullett

James and Jane Tullett

Jane brings her organisational and interpersonal skills to the forefront to make an excellent hosting team with her husband James. James has been playing bridge for over 30 years and is regularly picked for his county. Jane and James have travelled extensively in recent years to explore exotic parts of the world, such as Peru, Sri Lanka and Vietnam.
Chris and Linda Benneworth

Chris and Linda Benneworth

Following successful careers in education, Chris and Linda retired in the late nineties and started directing together, working at first in local and more recently in overseas congresses. They ran the North Eastern Bridge Association Congress for a number of years in Otterburn, Consett and Gateshead, an event with a deserved reputation for friendliness.
Christine and Stewart MacFarlane

Christine and Stewart MacFarlane

Christine and Stewart MacFarlane started their own Bridge School and Club in Bath. Together, they have taught and introduced many people to this wonderful game and started running weekends away for their students in 2009. This progressed to running bridge holidays and working on cruise ships as the bridge instructors.
Hilary and David Powell

Hilary and David Powell

First for Bridge hosts Hilary and David Powell are looking forward to making your bridge holiday restful and enjoyable. They play bridge regularly at several local bridge clubs and in county competitions. David has represented Kent on several occasions in the annual Metropolitan Cup, and they are on the committee of Bromley North Bridge Club.
Anne Wright

Anne Wright

Anne is a host who works alongside our directors with the aim of ensuring that everyone enjoys their bridge holiday. She is friendly and approachable and enjoys her bridge, playing in several competitions near her home in Leicestershire. Anne is a qualified bridge director, and she looks forward to welcoming players of all standards.
Maggie Pyner

Maggie Pyner

Maggie has played bridge for over forty years, being a life master and playing at county level representing Norfolk, with her late husband John where they moved to for their retirement. She is a panel director for the EBU and has run bridge congresses all over the country, alongside holidays abroad and cruises.
Gary Conrad

Gary Conrad

Gary has been hosting bridge holiday events for many years, enjoying these events, socialising, and caring for the guests, and always strive to ensure that our guests have a wonderful holiday experience.
Gary and Lesley Conrad

Gary and Lesley Conrad

Gary and Lesley have been hosting bridge holiday events for many years They enjoy these events, socialising, and caring for the guests, and always strive to ensure that our guests have a wonderful holiday experience. Gary is a senior EBU panel director and chief tournament director for Hertfordshire, and Lesley is the social expert.
Mark Hooper

Mark Hooper

Mark is a bridge Premier Life Master, having played competitively for over 30 years. After retiring from a career in IT, Mark has been able to indulge his passion for bridge. He is an EBU-qualified tournament director, and an EBU-accredited bridge teacher, teaching beginners at his local bridge club.
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