Ledbury bridge players Doug and Betty Shuter achieved a double first in competitions at the Marches Bridge Club on two consecutive days - all the more remarkable because they only started learning in May.

They are enrolled with the new national Bridge for All system of teaching and clubs. Other Ledbury players won second and third places in the same events.

Overall results: Holiday Pairs - 1 Doug & Betty Shuter, 2 Jean Snell (Ledbury) & William Payne, 3 Christine Williams & Richard Cottam. Friday Pairs - 1 Doug & Betty Shuter, 2 Sarah Green & Barry Cross, 3 Eve Gaynan & George Deacon (both Ledbury).

For details of clubs and classes, contact the county organiser Barbara Forryan (01432) 268937.