Everything you need to know about playing at East Durham Poker.
No. Membership is not required to play at East Durham Poker.
Non-members are welcome, although you may be required to sign in to Peterlee Central Club when visiting.
EDP membership is available for players who want the additional member benefits offered throughout the year.
EDP membership is £10 per year.
Membership can be arranged through East Durham Poker. Existing players can also manage their account and membership through the EDP App where available.
East Durham Poker is based at Peterlee Central Club, Peterlee, County Durham.
Full details for individual games, including start times and tournament information, can be found on our Schedule or through the EDP App.
You must be aged 18 or over to play poker at East Durham Poker.
We operate an age-verification policy and you may be asked to provide photographic identification. If you are lucky enough to look young, please bring a valid driving licence, passport or other accepted photo ID.
Usually you can simply turn up and register at the card room.
Registered EDP App users may also be able to register for selected tournaments through the app before and during the registration period.
Registration availability can vary by event, so check the individual game details before travelling.
The latest schedule is available on the East Durham Poker website and in the EDP App.
Each game listing includes the important information such as start time, late registration, buy-in, starting stack and tournament format.
Most tournaments have a late-registration period.
The closing time for registration is shown on the individual game listing. If late registration has closed, we may no longer be able to enter you into that tournament.
It depends on the tournament.
Some games are freezeouts, while others may allow a rebuy or re-entry. The exact format and cost will always be shown in the game details before the tournament.
Yes. Cash poker is available on selected nights and may also run alongside tournaments when there is sufficient demand.
Current cash-game information, including blinds and buy-in ranges, will be advertised through East Durham Poker when available.
The easiest way is through the EDP App.
The app includes upcoming games, live tournament information, league tables, results, cash-game information and other East Durham Poker updates.
We also post regular updates through our social media channels.
Peterlee Central Club and the East Durham Poker card room can be accessed by wheelchair.
Space can sometimes be limited around poker tables, so if you have any particular accessibility requirements please contact us in advance and we will do our best to accommodate you.
There is no formal poker dress code.
We simply ask players to dress appropriately for a social club environment and to help us maintain a comfortable and welcoming card room for everyone.
Limited parking is available at the front of Peterlee Central Club.
Additional parking is available around the rear of the club and the surrounding area. Please park responsibly and avoid blocking neighbouring properties or access routes.
Absolutely.
New players are welcome at East Durham Poker. If you are unsure about registration, the tournament format or anything else when you arrive, just speak to whoever is running the game and we will point you in the right direction.
You do not need to be a regular or an EDP member to come and play.