Refreshers Bridge in Torquay, The TLH Toorak Hotel

3 October 2022

5 days from £389pp

Join us for on this brand-new bridge holiday on Devon’s charming English Riviera and enjoy the spectacular coastline, vibrant harbour and fresh seafood of this charming seaside resort.

Refreshers Bridge directed by James Tullett and hosted by Jane Tullett
Stay at the lovely TLH Toorak Hotel, half board
Fantastic location, just 5 minutes’ scenic walk to the seafront
No single room supplement

Join us for a bridge holiday on Devon’s English Riviera, in the heart of Torquay. This popular seaside resort was the top trending UK holiday destination in 2021, undergoing a style revival. With its iconic palm trees, international marina, sandy beach, continental style cafes and cocktail bars and attractive town centre it is an interesting place to visit all year round.

The TLH Toorak Hotel offers good food and great value for money and is perfectly situated right in the heart of Torquay. Directly opposite the hotel you will find the Torre Abbey, with its art galleries, walk through its extensive gardens featuring plants from local writer Agatha Christie’s novels and it will lead you directly on to the lovely seafront promenade.

What to expect from this Bridge holiday:
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 will include interesting interactive Bridge seminars, hosted by your Bridge Director. These will take the format of a brief introduction to the topic and then you will play a number of hands to practice bidding, play and defence in relation to the seminar subject.

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.

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 Charming TLH Toorak Hotel is ideal for a peaceful break away, and is ideally situated just 5-minute walk from Torquay’s seafront. With 92 guest rooms across two-storeys, the building overlooks award-winning gardens and has direct access to the stunning Torre Abbey House and Gardens, while being close to the town centre and all the amenities this popular seaside resort has to offer.

Hotel Facilities & Amenities

The hotel is one of four hotels situated alongside each other and they share extensive leisure facilities. The luxury spa boasts an indoor and outdoor pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub and table tennis and 10-pin bowling is available at an additional charge.

Please note: The hotel has a lift but there are steps to some rooms and some corridors, so please advise us if you require step-free access.