30th May 2026, RealBridge & BBO
The EBU Nine-High Corwen Trophy
- the competition for counties' pairs nine-high champions!
30th May 2026, RealBridge & BBO
TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR IN CHARGE: TBC
The Nine-High Corwen is a new event open to all members with an NGS grade Two-Nine inclusive on 1st January 2026.
Players can only qualify for their county of primary allegiance, as it stands on 1st January 2026. The EBU will provide each county with a list of eligible members. There will be same number of qualifying pairs from each county as for the Corwen. Counties can determine their own qualification route.
Qualification will happen between 1st Jan and 30th April 2026.
Counties should notify the EBU of qualifiers by 16th May 2026.
The Final will be played online (2x18-board sessions) on 30th May 2026, with a choice of playing on either BBO or RealBridge. Please note: if playing on BBO, members will need to provide their BBO usernames.
To enter
By entering an EBU congress or event you agree to abide by the terms and conditions set out in the Terms and Conditions document.
County Secretaries will be provided with an entry form by EBU staff at a suitable time ahead of the event.
Holders
2026 Judith Williams & Maureen Brinton (pictured) Cornwall
| Date | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| THUR 1 JAN - THUR 30 APR | Qualification | County run sessions |
| SAT 30 MAY | Nine-High Corwen Final | 2x18 Board sessions on BBO or RealBridge |
| 11:30-13:45 | Session 1 (18 boards) | |
| 14:30-16:45 | Session 2 (18 boards) |
| Entry Fee | £TBC per player |
|---|---|
Venue and Tariff
The final will be played online with a choice of RealBridge or BBO.