Roger Porter, Author at UKBGF

The UK Backgammon Federation

The Third “Backgammon at the Grand”

9th February 2022 By Roger Porter

With a mixture of relief and excitement, it was great to welcome 48 players to the 3^rd Backgammon at the Grand in Scarborough.

A full field of 48 players at the Grand Hotel, Scarborough

This year saw a 50% increase in the number of players to 48.

Backgammon at the Grand

10th February 2019 By Roger Porter

A full house of 32 players braved the winter weather to turn out for the very first ‘Backgammon at the Grand’ in Scarborough.

Scarborough in January – bracing, but backgammon players are hardy folk… (Photos: Martin Barkwill)