Held every November/December, you have about one month to play the 20 boards that are part of this competition.

You will receive the hands, with commentaries written by an international player, in October and need to send the results in by Christmas.

The entry fee is just £3 per university. Dates can be found in the ECatsBridge Calendar and to enter you should email John Pain at the EBU for more information

The event is scored online, and results are available early each year.

There are prizes for those in the top positions and certificates for all heat winners.