Refreshers Bridge in Bournemouth, Hotel Collingwood

3rd – 9th October 2021

7 days from £549pp

Enjoy a wonderful 6-night autumn escape at this small friendly hotel, based in the lovely seaside town of Bournemouth.

Refreshers Bridge directed by James Tullett and hosted by Jane Tullett
6 nights at the lovely Collingwood Hotel, half board
Highly rated for dining and lovely ambience - a First for Bridge favourite
No single room supplement *Limited Availability*

Refreshers Bridge in Bournemouth

Join James and Jane Tullett for this Refreshers Bridge break in the seaside town of Bournemouth.

Our hotel is conveniently located just 0.3 miles from the centre of Bournemouth where you can enjoy one of the many shows in the Pavilion or the International Centre. Those of you who are familiar with Dorset will know it is a hilly region, but this is easily overcome as the hotel is on the number 50 bus route into the town, taxis are readily available, and there is free parking at the hotel for those who opt to travel by car.

If the autumn sun chooses to shine down on us, then keen walkers can take advantage of the numerous coastal walks this region has to offer, and the rugged beauty of the coastline leading to Ludworth Cove, Brownsea Island, and Studland Beach to name just a few places.

DAY 1: Arrival & Evening Bridge
Make your own way to the Collingwood Hotel and meet our bridge director and host for our single player meeting, where any single travellers will have the opportunity to find a partner for the Bridge room.

After dinner, meet your fellow Bridge players during our first evening bridge session.
DAY 2: Seminar & Evening Bridge
This morning, join us for an interesting seminar hosted by our Bridge director. Today’s topic will be ‘Limit Bids’.

After dinner, enjoy an evening Bridge session with your fellow Bridge players.
DAY 3: A Day at Leisure
A day at leisure for you to explore your surroundings or enjoy the hotel’s facilities.

After dinner, enjoy an evening Bridge session with your fellow Bridge players.
DAY 4: Seminar & Evening Bridge
This morning, join us for an interesting seminar hosted by our Bridge director. Today’s topic will be ‘Discarding/Trumping Losers’.

After dinner, enjoy an evening Bridge session with your fellow Bridge players.
DAY 5: Seminar & Evening Bridge
This morning, join us for an interesting seminar hosted by our Bridge director. Today’s topic will be ‘Puppet Stayman over 2NT’.

After dinner, enjoy an evening Bridge session with your fellow Bridge players.
DAY 6: Seminar & Evening Bridge
This morning, join us for an interesting seminar hosted by our Bridge director. Today’s topic will be ‘Active/Passive Defence’.

After dinner, we will announce the prize winners from this holiday, and you can enjoy your final evening Bridge session.
DAY 7: Departure
After breakfast you are free to check out our hotel and depart at leisure.

Please Note: We try to keep to our published programme, but we do sometimes have to make changes.

James & Jane Tullett

James has been playing bridge for over 30 years and is regularly picked for his county. He also enjoys playing in congresses around the country (when his less competitive wife Jane lets him!)

James has run his own furnishing business for over 30 years from his base in Norfolk and recently, with his good friend and fellow First for Bridge host, John Barker, has established the Norfolk Bridge Academy. Between them, they have over 100 pupils learning to play and enjoying the wonderful game of bridge.

Jane has worked as a manager for over 12 years at her local university and then the NHS. She brings her organisational and interpersonal skills to the forefront to make an excellent hosting team with her husband James.

Jane and James have travelled extensively in recent years to explore exotic parts of the world, such as Peru, Sri Lanka and Vietnam. They both enjoy meeting new people, with the emphasis on fun and laughter, which may possibly include a drink or two.

Overview

The Collingwood Hotel is part of the Best Western group and is very highly recommended on Trip Advisor for all of its amenities and services. It has been newly renovated and boasts an indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool and Jacuzzi, and it has lovely lounges, perfect for relaxing with a book and glass of wine in front of the fire.

Hotel Facilities & Amenities

The Executive Head Chef Manash and his team are proud of their dining reputation, and offer guests a true Dorset experience, making use of its coastline, farms and fields to showcase the best of their local products.

The hotel boasts an indoor pool and small gym.

Please Note: Some areas of this hotel are accessed by stairs only – please contact our friendly holiday advisors to discuss accessibility in more detail.

Room Facilities & Amenities

All rooms are equipped with the following:

Fully equipped bathroom with toiletries and hair dryer.
32 inch colour TV with Freeview
Direct dial telephone
Complimentary WIFI
Tea & coffee making facilities

Room Types

Choose our standard room type for an enjoyable stay in comfortable surroundings, or upgrade to add a little extra luxury to your holiday.

Classic Room

Perfect for a relaxing break, these comfortable rooms will leave you feeling energised and refreshed. Classic rooms are available as a twin/double to share or for sole use. Classic single rooms are also available with a single bed.

Superior Room
These light and spacious superior double rooms offer a more luxurious experience allowing you to make the most of your coastal escape. Available as a double to share only.

Refreshers Bridge in Bournemouth, Hotel Collingwood

3rd – 9th October 2021