Bridge in Shropshire, the Telford hotel

21st – 26th October 2021

6 days from £520pp

Join First for Bridge for this scenic staycation at a stunning spa and golf resort, nestled amongst acres of tranquil Shropshire countryside.

Bridge directed by Christine MacFarlane and hosted by Stewart MacFarlane
5 nights at the 4-star Telford Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa
Stunning scenery, acclaimed region of natural beauty in Severn Valley
Hotel overlooks the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge
Award winning spa facilities
Golf package add-on available

Bridge in Shropshire, the Telford hotel

Join us for a relaxing staycation in the scenic Shropshire countryside. Located in an acclaimed region of natural beauty and overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge, the Telford Hotel, Golf Resort and Spa is the perfect venue to play Bridge, enjoy a few rounds of spectacular golf, and unwind for a few days.

The Hotel grounds overlook the Telford World Heritage Site and, in the right conditions, it is fun to see who can spot the famous Ironbridge deep in the gorge. If you stay at this hotel, a visit to Telford is a must. It is a charming town steeped in our industrial history and the bridge is surrounded by fascinating museums, restaurants and bars.

Ideal for Golfers

The Telford course is a championship layout and it is a very beautiful piece of English countryside. It is very playable and most enjoyable.

The 18-hole golf course is all about strategy, with just enough distance and water hazards to challenge a seasoned player, and the scenery to make it your new favourite. Overlooking the Severn Valley and Ironbridge Gorge, the views don’t get more spectacular than this. The tree-lined fairways and greens have been thoughtfully designed after the home of the US Masters course, Augusta, so that they are on a suspended water table system.

Why not add a golf package on your booking to take full advantage of this fantastic venue?

What to expect from this Bridge Holiday:
Make your own way to our hotel where, if numbers will allow, we will offer an ‘Early Bird’ afternoon session on the day of arrival.

At the start of your Bridge holiday you’ll be invited to join our Bridge director and host for a welcome meeting in the hotel. Any single travellers will have the opportunity to find a partner for the Bridge room.

Our Bridge programmes will vary according to the length of your break, and, in addition to playing Bridge, we try to include interesting Bridge seminars, hosted by your Bridge Director.

Your duplicate Bridge will be available every evening between 7.45pm and 11.15pm and we endeavour to vary these evening sessions, balancing between teams and pairs.

Bridge will also be offered most afternoons between 2.30pm and 4.45pm. These sessions are normally given over to open pairs/teams.

During your Bridge holiday nothing is obligatory and you can play in as many, or as few, Bridge sessions as you wish. We don’t forget you are on holiday and our Bridge programmes also allow time to relax and the opportunity for you to explore the surrounding area.

Christine MacFarlane

Christine has been on the EBU panel since 2010 and has assisted with running many congresses over the years; more recently concentrating on the Really Easy and Progressive events to encourage newer players to play competitively. She runs her own Bridge club in Bath and has been teaching Bridge there since 2007. She has introduced many players to this wonderful game. She has experience of running Bridge holidays and working on cruise ships as the Bridge Instructor/Director. She believes Bridge should be both sociable and challenging.

Christine is originally from New Zealand but now lives in Somerset with her husband Stewart. When not directing or teaching Bridge, their new hobby (since lockdown) is exploring the old railway lines of Somerset.

Overview

Nestled in the beautiful Shropshire countryside, the four-star Telford Hotel and Golf Resort property overlooks the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge.

Set in 170 acres of stunning grounds with an 18-hole golf course, a 24-hour gym and recently refurbished spa, our welcoming hotel is the perfect destination for a relaxing break.

Hotel Facilities & Amenities

Champion 18 hole golf course
Award winning spa with seven spa treatment rooms and two double treatment rooms, a twenty-four-hour gym, Indoor pool, aroma steam room, sauna and ice fountain.
Complimentary parking for up to 200 cars

Room Facilities & Amenities

Hospitality tray - tea and coffee facilities
Free WIFI
Air conditioning
50” plasma tv
Toiletries & hairdryer
Iron and board
Standard double rooms for sole occupancy have walk in showers
King rooms have bath with overhead shower

Bridge in Shropshire, the Telford hotel

21st – 26th October 2021