Spring Bridge Camp 2026
Our camp is open to young people aged 7–26. Accompanying adults are welcome to book with their younger family members and can participate fully in all tuition and competitions. The Spring Camp will include a competitive event for England Squad members (subject to confirmed numbers).
Dates: Arrival afternoon of Friday 27th March; departure afternoon of Sunday 29th March.
Venue: Pioneer Centre, Cleobury Mortimer, Kidderminster, DY14 8JG
Tuition: Suitable for all abilities—from complete beginners to members of the England U16, U21 and U26 squads.
Competitions: There will be five competitions: two duplicate sessions (including a F2F round of the Grand Prix), two speedballs, and a Swiss Pairs.
Safeguarding: EBED ensures all staff and volunteers are DBS-checked and receive safeguarding training. Richard Croot, who organises and teaches at the event, is the Designated Safeguarding Officer for both the EBU and EBED.
How do I book?
The cost is £150 per person for the weekend (£130 early bird price if booked by the end of February). This includes two nights’ accommodation, all meals, bridge tuition and competitions, and sporting activities on Saturday afternoon.
Bursaries are available for those who would welcome financial assistance.
Booking must be made through Lisa Miller (01296 317217). Lisa will require the names and details of all attendees and will raise an invoice for payment.
Email Lisa.
Please note that Lisa's working hours are 7.15am -3pm, Monday - Wednesday
We like to to insist upon payment at the time of booking. To respect the uncertainty that comes with arrangements for children, our cancellation policy is flexible to accommodate late changes wherever possible.
We encourage all young people taking part to join the English Bridge Union if they are not already members.
For further information please contact:
Rob Marshall tel: (01296) 317202 email: rob.marshall@ebedcio.org.uk
Miu Wong tel: (01296) 317220 email: miu.wong@ebedcio.org.uk
Richard Croot 01296 317218 / email: richard.croot@ebedcio.org.uk
