Bridge on the Edge of the Cotswolds

21 March 2022

Join First for Bridge on the edge of the Cotswolds for this charming countryside Bridge break! With plenty to explore on your doorstep, and a wonderful hotel to retreat to, this charming getaway is the perfect staycation.

Bridge directed by Sarah Amos and hosted by our friendly Bridge team
Stay at the contemporary Delta by Marriott Cheltenham Chase Gloucester
Stunning location, set amongst rolling countryside
Enjoy complimentary use of the indoor pool, sauna and steam room
Charming Cotswold villages nearby, perfect for an afternoon stroll
Close to both Cheltenham and Gloucester

Enjoy a bridge holiday on the edge of the stunning Cotswolds, surrounded by rolling countryside and a charming backdrop of the Cotswold Hills! The contemporary Delta by Marriott Cheltenham Chase Gloucester perfectly combines a picturesque Cotswold escape with modern luxury and convenience, all within easy reach of Regency Cheltenham and Historic Gloucester.

Walkers can enjoy the beautiful countryside on the doorstep and visit charming Cotswold villages such as Stow on the Wold and Burton on the Water. City lovers can take advantage of the close proximity of Gloucester and Cheltenham – why not have a flutter at the world-famous Cheltenham Racecourse just a short distance away?

We play bridge and enjoy Andrew Kambites seminars in the tasteful Avon Abbey room. In your free time take advantage of the excellent leisure facilities the hotel offers including a 14m indoor pool, sauna, steam and whirlpool.

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 some 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.

Sarah Amos

Sarah is the third generation of her family to be hooked on bridge, following after her mother and grandparents. She started playing over 35 years ago and began teaching and directing not long after. She is probably best known as a top-level Tournament Director in both Wales and England. Sarah has been trying to play more bridge since moving to South Wales five years ago and is delighted to have made it to the Welsh Lady Milne twice.

She spent a large portion of her working life helping to run a family restaurant with her brother, sister-in-law and mother and really enjoyed managing the front of house and assisting with wedding and events planning.

All of her work now involves various aspects of bridge, directing all sort of events from club games through congresses to internationals; teaching beginners and improvers; and latterly helping players and clubs get online and keep playing through the pandemic.

Overview

The Delta Marriott Cheltenham Chase is a contemporary, modern hotel perfectly located on the edge of the Cotswolds. The luxurious rooms offer extensive facilities for every convenience, and the hotel boasts excellent leisure facilities.

Hotel Facilities & Amenities

Enjoy the stunning views over Coopers Hill while you savour your meal in Hardy's restaurant, or head to the delightfully casual Hunters bar and lounge at the heart of the hotel, which is open all day for light lunches, snacks and afternoon tea.