19th – 25th September 2022, The Peninsula Hotel, Guernsey
The Peninsula Hotel located on the far North area of the island, sits beautifully on a picturesque headland with a wonderful view over Grand Havre Bay from the front & a lovely sheltered typical Guernsey Beach from the rear. The hotel is ideally suited for tourists & locals of any age wanting a relaxing, beach side location with a great range of food & beverage options available all year round. With 99 ensuite rooms including some with sea views, perfect for short & long stays. Located only 15 minutes for Guernsey’s Airport, and 10 minutes from St Peter Port being the heart of Guernsey. Situated directly outside the hotel is one of the main bus stops making travel throughout the island stress free and very reasonable at only £1 per journey
To be eligible for a Seniors prize, both players in a pair must have their 63rd birthday or beyond during the calendar year (January-December) of the event. For example, a player can win a Seniors prize at the age of 62 provided their 63rd birthday falls later that year.
Programme 2022
To enter
Entries: Should be to Martin Jones (martin.j@cwgsy.net) EBU credits will be taken into account.
Internet payments can be sent to the below details:
Account Name: Channel Islands Contract Bridge Association (Guernsey)
Account Number 01275497
Sort Code 30 93 73
Payment reference: 'Congress'
BIC: LOYDGGS 1001
IBAN..GB26LOYD30937301275497
| Day | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 19th | 8pm - 11pm | Championship (Open) Pairs* |
| Tuesday 20th | 2pm - 5pm | Seniors Pairs - Session 1 |
| 8pm - 11pm | Championship (Open) Pairs* | |
| Wednesday 21st | 2pm - 5pm | Seniors Pairs - Session 2 |
| 8pm - 11pm | Multiple Teams - Single Session | |
| Thursday 22nd | 8pm - 11pm | Swiss Pairs - Session 1 (3x8 board matches) |
| Friday 23rd | 2pm - 5pm | Swiss Pairs - Session 2 (3x8 board matches) |
| 8pm - 11pm | Swiss Pairs - Session 3 (3x8 board matches) | |
| Saturday 24th | 11am - 2pm | Swiss Teams - Session 1 (3x8 board matches) |
| 3pm - 6pm | Swiss Teams - Session 2 (3x8 board matches) | |
| Sunday 25th | 10am - 12pm | Swiss Teams - Session 3a (2x8 board matches) |
| 12.45pm - 2.45pm | Swiss Teams - Session 3b (2x8 board matches) | |
| 2.45pm | Prize Giving |
*A non-expert prize for the Highest Non Expert over Monday and Tuesday evenings. May run as a separate event: A Reduced entry fee will apply to non-experts signing up for Monday and Tuesday evenings
| Event | Price per person |
|---|---|
| Whole Congress | £110 |
| Whole Congress excluding Senior event | £90 |
| Championship (Open) Pairs | £10 |
| Senior Pairs | £25 |
| Mixed/Open Pairs | £10 |
| Multiple Teams | £10 |
| Swiss Pairs | £35 |
| Swiss Teams | £35 |
| Both Swiss events | £65 |
| All non-Swiss events | £45 |
Entry fees are per player and should be made in advance to martin.j@cwgsy.net
Master Points
Seniors Pairs and Swuss Pairs and Swiss Teams are green pointed, Champiohship Pairs and Multiple teams are blue pointed
Agreements
Level 4 agreements are permitted in all events.
Venue and Tariff
Hotels in Guernsey
Visitors to the Guernsey Congress have a free choice of hotel and travel arrangements. Please visit: www.visitguernsey.com Early reservation of hotel accommodation and flights is strongly recommended.
Travel to Guernsey
Fast ferry from Poole, Conventional ferry from Portsmouth and Aurigny and Blue islands airlines.
Note: As of 17th February 2022 all border travel restrictions relating to Covid have been removed in Guernsey. See the Guernsey Government website for full details.
Healthcare in Guernsey
Please be aware that the provision of healthcare in Guernsey is not part of the National Health Service, and nor is the European Health Insurance Card valid. Visitors to the island should therefore ensure that they have adequate travel insurance to cover the costs of treatment, should any be necessary during the congress. For more information see here (option iv).
Things to do in Guernsey
Previous Winners
2021 - Not held
2020 - Not held
2019 results
2018 results
2017 results
2016 results
2015 results
2014 results
2013 results
2012 results
2011 results
2010 results
2009 results
2008 results
2007 results
2006 results
2005 results
Find a partner/team mates
If you are looking for a partner or team mates for this congress, please email comps@ebu.co.uk