Gisborne Bridge Club
Te Hapara, Gisborne, Gisborne
Gisborne Bridge Club is a small, friendly haven for contract bridge enthusiasts in Gisborne, welcoming experienced, new, and visiting players alike. Enjoy regular sessions that cater to all levels, from scratch play and handicap events to championship pairs and junior tournaments. With a $5 table fee and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for learning, challenging your mind, and connecting with others, it's the ultimate brain gym. Join us for fun, skill-building, and good company at our weekly gatherings—bridge awaits!
Inside Gisborne Bridge Club
At Gisborne Bridge Club, you'll discover a range of engaging contract bridge activities designed for players of varying experience. Our small, friendly club focuses on the enjoyment of all contract bridge players, offering opportunities to play, learn, and socialise in a supportive environment. Regular weekly sessions include scratch play, open and intermediate championships, pairs events, handicap play, and junior tournaments, catering to confident juniors through to open players, as well as all comers.
Sessions run on Monday evenings at 7pm for scratch play, open and intermediate championship and pairs events; Wednesday afternoons at 1.15pm for scratch and handicap play, championship pairs and pairs events; Thursday evenings at 7pm for junior championship and pairs events where everyone is welcome; and Friday afternoons at 1.15pm for handicap play with pairs events. All sessions have a $5 table money fee, and players are encouraged to arrive 10 minutes early for chit chat and catch-ups. Convenors are available for each session: Caroline Kirkpatrick (021 460 448) for Mondays, Louise Goodhue (021 078 9190) for Wednesdays, Jill Smith (027 575 2498) for Thursdays, and Glenys Evans (06 867 8021) for Fridays.
Whether you're an experienced player seeking competition or a newcomer eager to try bridge, our club provides a relaxed setting to sharpen your skills and build connections. Bridge serves as the perfect brain gym, blending fun, challenge, and social interaction at every table. Visitors are always welcome to join club sessions or tournaments, making it easy to participate if you're in town.
Finding Gisborne Bridge Club
Located at 572 Gladstone Road, Te Hapara, Gisborne 4010, New Zealand, Gisborne Bridge Club is a cherished part of the local community in the Gisborne region. Nestled in the district of Gisborne, our club offers a convenient spot for residents and visitors to engage in this timeless card game hobby. As a welcoming space for hobbies and special interests like contract bridge, we emphasise the joy of gathering in Te Hapara, fostering a sense of community through weekly play.
To ensure smooth participation, contact the relevant convenor, Club Captain, or President in advance, especially to check for our annual teams events (dates available on our events page). This helps avoid any disappointment from turning up when special events are scheduled. Our position in Gisborne makes us an accessible choice for anyone looking to enjoy bridge in a friendly, local atmosphere, open to all who appreciate the game's strategic depth and social benefits.
Upcoming Events
Fri 06 Mar
01:15 pmFriendly Weekly Bridge Sessions
A Closer Look at weekly bridge At the Gisborne Bridge Club, our small, friendly club brings together contract bridge players for enjoyable sessions that foster connection and camaraderie. Whether you're an experienced player, a newcomer dipping your toes into the game, or a visitor passing through, you'll find a relaxed and supportive atmosphere where everyone is welcome. These weekly sessions are designed for all levels, from confident juniors to open players, offering a perfect blend of challenge, fun, and social interaction. Bridge serves as an excellent brain gym, sharpening your mind while you enjoy good company at every table. Our sessions run throughout the week, each with a $5 table money fee that keeps things affordable for all. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early to settle in, chat, and catch up with fellow players. Here's what you can expect from our regular offerings: Open to all ages and skill levels: Suitable for experienced players, beginners, and visitors alike, with events like Scratch Play, Handicap Play, Championship Pairs, and Intermediate events. Monday evenings at 7pm: Scratch Play, Open and Intermediate Championship and Pairs for confident juniors through to open players; contact Convenor Caroline Kirkpatrick at 021 460 448. Wednesday afternoons at 1.15pm: Scratch and Handicap play, Championship Pairs for all comers; contact Convenor Louise Goodhue at 021 078 9190. Thursday evenings at 7pm: Junior Championship and Pairs events, with everyone welcome; contact Convenor Jill Smith at 027 575 2498. Friday afternoons at 1.15pm: Handicap Play with Pairs events for all comers; contact Convenor Glenys Evans at 06 867 8021. Duration and requirements: Each session lasts about 180 minutes; simply bring your enthusiasm for cards and arrive seated 10 minutes before start time. These gatherings emphasise the social side of bridge, providing opportunities to learn, play, and build community ties in a welcoming environment. Visitors are always encouraged to join—reach out to the convenor, Club Captain, or President via email at gis.cbc@xtra.co.nz or phone 027 427 8580 to confirm availability and avoid our annual teams events (check the events page for dates). Nothing beats turning up ready to play and connecting with like-minded enthusiasts. 🃏 About the Venue The Gisborne Bridge Club is located in Te Hapara, Gisborne, making it easily accessible for locals and visitors in the area. Our venue offers a comfortable space tailored for bridge play, with a focus on creating a supportive setting where players can relax and engage without barriers. As a hub for hobbies and special interests in cards, it's situated in a community-oriented part of Gisborne that promotes easy participation. Contact us ahead to ensure smooth entry, and enjoy the straightforward setup that prioritises chit-chat and gameplay. All are welcome to experience this friendly spot. 📍
Te Hapara, Gisborne, Gisborne
Mon 09 Mar
07:00 pmFriendly Weekly Bridge Sessions
A Closer Look at weekly bridge At the Gisborne Bridge Club, our small, friendly club brings together contract bridge players for enjoyable sessions that foster connection and camaraderie. Whether you're an experienced player, a newcomer dipping your toes into the game, or a visitor passing through, you'll find a relaxed and supportive atmosphere where everyone is welcome. These weekly sessions are designed for all levels, from confident juniors to open players, offering a perfect blend of challenge, fun, and social interaction. Bridge serves as an excellent brain gym, sharpening your mind while you enjoy good company at every table. Our sessions run throughout the week, each with a $5 table money fee that keeps things affordable for all. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early to settle in, chat, and catch up with fellow players. Here's what you can expect from our regular offerings: Open to all ages and skill levels: Suitable for experienced players, beginners, and visitors alike, with events like Scratch Play, Handicap Play, Championship Pairs, and Intermediate events. Monday evenings at 7pm: Scratch Play, Open and Intermediate Championship and Pairs for confident juniors through to open players; contact Convenor Caroline Kirkpatrick at 021 460 448. Wednesday afternoons at 1.15pm: Scratch and Handicap play, Championship Pairs for all comers; contact Convenor Louise Goodhue at 021 078 9190. Thursday evenings at 7pm: Junior Championship and Pairs events, with everyone welcome; contact Convenor Jill Smith at 027 575 2498. Friday afternoons at 1.15pm: Handicap Play with Pairs events for all comers; contact Convenor Glenys Evans at 06 867 8021. Duration and requirements: Each session lasts about 180 minutes; simply bring your enthusiasm for cards and arrive seated 10 minutes before start time. These gatherings emphasise the social side of bridge, providing opportunities to learn, play, and build community ties in a welcoming environment. Visitors are always encouraged to join—reach out to the convenor, Club Captain, or President via email at gis.cbc@xtra.co.nz or phone 027 427 8580 to confirm availability and avoid our annual teams events (check the events page for dates). Nothing beats turning up ready to play and connecting with like-minded enthusiasts. 🃏 About the Venue The Gisborne Bridge Club is located in Te Hapara, Gisborne, making it easily accessible for locals and visitors in the area. Our venue offers a comfortable space tailored for bridge play, with a focus on creating a supportive setting where players can relax and engage without barriers. As a hub for hobbies and special interests in cards, it's situated in a community-oriented part of Gisborne that promotes easy participation. Contact us ahead to ensure smooth entry, and enjoy the straightforward setup that prioritises chit-chat and gameplay. All are welcome to experience this friendly spot. 📍
Te Hapara, Gisborne, Gisborne
Wed 11 Mar
01:15 pmFriendly Weekly Bridge Sessions
A Closer Look at weekly bridge At the Gisborne Bridge Club, our small, friendly club brings together contract bridge players for enjoyable sessions that foster connection and camaraderie. Whether you're an experienced player, a newcomer dipping your toes into the game, or a visitor passing through, you'll find a relaxed and supportive atmosphere where everyone is welcome. These weekly sessions are designed for all levels, from confident juniors to open players, offering a perfect blend of challenge, fun, and social interaction. Bridge serves as an excellent brain gym, sharpening your mind while you enjoy good company at every table. Our sessions run throughout the week, each with a $5 table money fee that keeps things affordable for all. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early to settle in, chat, and catch up with fellow players. Here's what you can expect from our regular offerings: Open to all ages and skill levels: Suitable for experienced players, beginners, and visitors alike, with events like Scratch Play, Handicap Play, Championship Pairs, and Intermediate events. Monday evenings at 7pm: Scratch Play, Open and Intermediate Championship and Pairs for confident juniors through to open players; contact Convenor Caroline Kirkpatrick at 021 460 448. Wednesday afternoons at 1.15pm: Scratch and Handicap play, Championship Pairs for all comers; contact Convenor Louise Goodhue at 021 078 9190. Thursday evenings at 7pm: Junior Championship and Pairs events, with everyone welcome; contact Convenor Jill Smith at 027 575 2498. Friday afternoons at 1.15pm: Handicap Play with Pairs events for all comers; contact Convenor Glenys Evans at 06 867 8021. Duration and requirements: Each session lasts about 180 minutes; simply bring your enthusiasm for cards and arrive seated 10 minutes before start time. These gatherings emphasise the social side of bridge, providing opportunities to learn, play, and build community ties in a welcoming environment. Visitors are always encouraged to join—reach out to the convenor, Club Captain, or President via email at gis.cbc@xtra.co.nz or phone 027 427 8580 to confirm availability and avoid our annual teams events (check the events page for dates). Nothing beats turning up ready to play and connecting with like-minded enthusiasts. 🃏 About the Venue The Gisborne Bridge Club is located in Te Hapara, Gisborne, making it easily accessible for locals and visitors in the area. Our venue offers a comfortable space tailored for bridge play, with a focus on creating a supportive setting where players can relax and engage without barriers. As a hub for hobbies and special interests in cards, it's situated in a community-oriented part of Gisborne that promotes easy participation. Contact us ahead to ensure smooth entry, and enjoy the straightforward setup that prioritises chit-chat and gameplay. All are welcome to experience this friendly spot. 📍
Te Hapara, Gisborne, Gisborne
Thu 12 Mar
07:00 pmFriendly Weekly Bridge Sessions
A Closer Look at weekly bridge At the Gisborne Bridge Club, our small, friendly club brings together contract bridge players for enjoyable sessions that foster connection and camaraderie. Whether you're an experienced player, a newcomer dipping your toes into the game, or a visitor passing through, you'll find a relaxed and supportive atmosphere where everyone is welcome. These weekly sessions are designed for all levels, from confident juniors to open players, offering a perfect blend of challenge, fun, and social interaction. Bridge serves as an excellent brain gym, sharpening your mind while you enjoy good company at every table. Our sessions run throughout the week, each with a $5 table money fee that keeps things affordable for all. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early to settle in, chat, and catch up with fellow players. Here's what you can expect from our regular offerings: Open to all ages and skill levels: Suitable for experienced players, beginners, and visitors alike, with events like Scratch Play, Handicap Play, Championship Pairs, and Intermediate events. Monday evenings at 7pm: Scratch Play, Open and Intermediate Championship and Pairs for confident juniors through to open players; contact Convenor Caroline Kirkpatrick at 021 460 448. Wednesday afternoons at 1.15pm: Scratch and Handicap play, Championship Pairs for all comers; contact Convenor Louise Goodhue at 021 078 9190. Thursday evenings at 7pm: Junior Championship and Pairs events, with everyone welcome; contact Convenor Jill Smith at 027 575 2498. Friday afternoons at 1.15pm: Handicap Play with Pairs events for all comers; contact Convenor Glenys Evans at 06 867 8021. Duration and requirements: Each session lasts about 180 minutes; simply bring your enthusiasm for cards and arrive seated 10 minutes before start time. These gatherings emphasise the social side of bridge, providing opportunities to learn, play, and build community ties in a welcoming environment. Visitors are always encouraged to join—reach out to the convenor, Club Captain, or President via email at gis.cbc@xtra.co.nz or phone 027 427 8580 to confirm availability and avoid our annual teams events (check the events page for dates). Nothing beats turning up ready to play and connecting with like-minded enthusiasts. 🃏 About the Venue The Gisborne Bridge Club is located in Te Hapara, Gisborne, making it easily accessible for locals and visitors in the area. Our venue offers a comfortable space tailored for bridge play, with a focus on creating a supportive setting where players can relax and engage without barriers. As a hub for hobbies and special interests in cards, it's situated in a community-oriented part of Gisborne that promotes easy participation. Contact us ahead to ensure smooth entry, and enjoy the straightforward setup that prioritises chit-chat and gameplay. All are welcome to experience this friendly spot. 📍
Te Hapara, Gisborne, Gisborne
Fri 13 Mar
01:15 pmFriendly Weekly Bridge Sessions
A Closer Look at weekly bridge At the Gisborne Bridge Club, our small, friendly club brings together contract bridge players for enjoyable sessions that foster connection and camaraderie. Whether you're an experienced player, a newcomer dipping your toes into the game, or a visitor passing through, you'll find a relaxed and supportive atmosphere where everyone is welcome. These weekly sessions are designed for all levels, from confident juniors to open players, offering a perfect blend of challenge, fun, and social interaction. Bridge serves as an excellent brain gym, sharpening your mind while you enjoy good company at every table. Our sessions run throughout the week, each with a $5 table money fee that keeps things affordable for all. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early to settle in, chat, and catch up with fellow players. Here's what you can expect from our regular offerings: Open to all ages and skill levels: Suitable for experienced players, beginners, and visitors alike, with events like Scratch Play, Handicap Play, Championship Pairs, and Intermediate events. Monday evenings at 7pm: Scratch Play, Open and Intermediate Championship and Pairs for confident juniors through to open players; contact Convenor Caroline Kirkpatrick at 021 460 448. Wednesday afternoons at 1.15pm: Scratch and Handicap play, Championship Pairs for all comers; contact Convenor Louise Goodhue at 021 078 9190. Thursday evenings at 7pm: Junior Championship and Pairs events, with everyone welcome; contact Convenor Jill Smith at 027 575 2498. Friday afternoons at 1.15pm: Handicap Play with Pairs events for all comers; contact Convenor Glenys Evans at 06 867 8021. Duration and requirements: Each session lasts about 180 minutes; simply bring your enthusiasm for cards and arrive seated 10 minutes before start time. These gatherings emphasise the social side of bridge, providing opportunities to learn, play, and build community ties in a welcoming environment. Visitors are always encouraged to join—reach out to the convenor, Club Captain, or President via email at gis.cbc@xtra.co.nz or phone 027 427 8580 to confirm availability and avoid our annual teams events (check the events page for dates). Nothing beats turning up ready to play and connecting with like-minded enthusiasts. 🃏 About the Venue The Gisborne Bridge Club is located in Te Hapara, Gisborne, making it easily accessible for locals and visitors in the area. Our venue offers a comfortable space tailored for bridge play, with a focus on creating a supportive setting where players can relax and engage without barriers. As a hub for hobbies and special interests in cards, it's situated in a community-oriented part of Gisborne that promotes easy participation. Contact us ahead to ensure smooth entry, and enjoy the straightforward setup that prioritises chit-chat and gameplay. All are welcome to experience this friendly spot. 📍
Te Hapara, Gisborne, Gisborne
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gis.cbc@xtra.co.nz
027 427 8580