British Open Darts competition set to return to Bridlington Spa in September
Calling all darts fans - the 49th British Open Darts competition is set to return to Bridlington Spa this month.
Last year men's event was won by Luke Littler, shortly before he became the face of the sport with a captivating run to the PDC World Darts Championship final.
The entry this year will feature several former men’s champions as well as Yorkshire’s own Ladies Multi World Champion, Beau Greaves. Doncaster-born Greaves is a former British Open Champion, and will compete alongside an array of top class players from around Europe and the World.
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The event begins on Friday, September 20 with The England International Men's and Ladies Trial, followed by The British Open Pairs. Saturday is looking to be the busiest day of the competition, with British Classic Men's and Ladies, The British Open Youth and the World Paradarts British Open. Sunday will feature the British Open Men's and Ladies, followed by the grand finals - broadcast live.
The British Open is part of the World Darts Federation’s Worldwide Tournament Ranking system, which leads to qualification into their annual Lakeside World championships. The event draws darts players and fans from across Yorkshire and the North, as well as from Scotland and further afield.
Councillor Barbara Jefferson, Cabinet Member for Heritage & Coastal, East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said: “I am delighted that this fantastic event is returning to Bridlington, with the assistance of the Visit East Yorkshire team. Some of the best darts players in the country will be taking part and I would encourage darts enthusiasts to come down and watch the world class sporting action.”
Tickets are free the Friday event are free of charge, while tickets for Saturday and Sunday are priced at £10 per day. Under 12's entry is free all weekend, and weekend tickets are also available.
Spectator tickets are available from the box office at Bridlington Spa across the weekend or online at www.bridspa.com/whats-on/