Games and Puzzles

From Sept 2026 the group will split into 2. One group will be for complete beginners who have never played the game before, whilst the second group will be for improvers - that is those people who have learnt the basics of the game this year or those who have some recollection of the game, having learnt previously.

This group provides a relaxed and friendly atmosphere for members to play duplicate bridge. We welcome experienced players and also those who have had tuition and now wish to play to gain more confidence. Anyone who wishes to play is offered a taster session. All members are invited to play some part in the running of the group.

We play a friendly duplicate each week and the common bidding system used is English Acol. If you use another system please bring a partner and be prepared to answer a few questions. For all of September we will be running a host system so anyone who turns up is guaranteed a game with or without a partner.

This Bridge Group was formed from the late Audrey Turner's Bridge Group - using her initials (EAT). So if you want a fun game of Bridge and some lively social interaction, please join us.

Join us to play Canasta in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

Join us to play Canasta in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

The aim of the group is to play chess in a friendly environment and learn more about the game as we progress. We typically have 8-12 members with a range of experience and ability. All playing levels are welcome, but beginners need to know the rules and have some experience of playing the game.

This group is a social group with a purpose! In our meetings we collectively complete three crosswords. Cryptic crosswords are a great way to keep the mind active: the clues follow rules and conventions which can be learnt. The group includes both experienced and novice solvers.

There will be a short, six-session, course starting in September for people who want to learn how to do these crosswords. The sessions will explain the conventions and “rules” of cryptic crosswords, demystify the different kinds of clues and give members confidence to join the regular Cryptic Crosswords group which has been running for more than a decade.

Estimations is known by many names (Up and Down, Oh Hell etc.), and is more interesting than Whist, less complex (or serious) than Bridge. It is played without partners, easy to learn and a lot of fun. We are a welcoming group and do not require weekly attendance.

Come and enjoy a relaxed, friendly game of Scrabble with fellow word-lovers. Whether you’re an experienced player or completely new to the game, everyone is welcome. We focus on fun, gentle competition, and good conversation. Scrabble boards provided .