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A Checklist for Declarer Play: Before You Play a Card

A practical routine for declarers: read the lead, count winners or losers, check entries and the danger hand, then play to trick one...

  • September 26, 2026

Common Bidding Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Overbidding, timid raises, misused Blackwood and forgotten agreements cost more than poor card play. Here are the common bidding errors...

  • September 25, 2026

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The Top 5 Bridge Books for Beginners in 2025

Five beginner-friendly bridge books compared for UK readers, with honest pros, cons, and guidance on choosing between American and Acol teaching.

  • September 22, 2026

A First-Timer's Guide to the British Bridge Congress

A practical guide to the British Bridge Congress for first-timers: what the event is, how to choose and enter events, table etiquette,...

  • September 18, 2026

The Rule of Eleven: A Defence Explainer

The Rule of Eleven is simple arithmetic that tells defenders how many cards higher than partner's lead are held by declarer. Learn how...

  • September 18, 2026

A Beginner's Guide to the Stayman Convention

Stayman is the 2♣ response to 1NT that asks partner for a four-card major. Here's when to use it, what the replies mean and what to bid next.

  • September 13, 2026