For the second week in succession it was decided to play a Howell movement over six tables, allowing all pairs to compete against each other.

Once again Nick Holcombe and Sarah Green took first place with 61 per cent, but just one per cent behind them were Derek and Barbara Hunt. In third place Norman and Jo Hall were on 57 per cent, three per cent ahead of John and Barbara Northfield.

There was not a great gap separating the top pair from the bottom.

Due to bookings at the golf club there will be no bridge meetings on July 16, July 30 or August 13.

Anyone wishing to join the club, or for further details, can contact Pat Smith on 01299 270592.