Pub Poker

What is this poker thing?

The first Wednesday of every month is poker night in the Woolpack. We run a texas hold 'em poker tournament for up to 20 players in the function room where you could win up to £100. It starts at roughly 7.30pm and should be finished no later than 11.30pm, and all it costs is £5 with the winner taking the full pot. Whether you're a circuit pro or you've never played before it doesn't matter as anyone can play as long as you are over 18 and bring an attitude to have fun and enjoy the night.

Pub Poker

What Happened Last Month?

A fierce game at the Woolpack tonight as a battle of wills and mental strength prevailed throughout. With barmaid Sophie and boyfriend Matt making their debuts at the table they were the obvious target for some of the banter, namely from Dan, AndyP and Tim - all of who couldn't seem to play cards very well! Maybe this extra pressure got to the young couple as they were the first two players out, although Sophie lost in the hand that saw short stacked Ian, triple up and become a top contender. Ian, along with Graham (who after winning two early hands earned the nickname 'Rooney') and Tony were the clear leaders with Andy P the next player out at the hands of one of the big three. With Graham hitting every straight in site, and Ian bullying his way through, there seemed little chance for the shorter stacks and after a really bad beat, early front runner Tony was out. He was followed by Dan whose ridiculous all-in (4000) blind bet failed against Ian, and then Tim, who had let the Stella Artois get the better of his judgement! Two players who had sat relatively quietly all night now had to start making edge ways, that being Anthony and Angie. Neither really stood a chance against the mountain of chips held by Graham and Ian and they both ended up losing. Now at heads up, Ian took an early aggressive stance until a very big hand saw him scared off by Graham's all in where Ian was convinced his opponent had hit a straight, to which he disagreed! This was the edge Graham needed and slowly Ian lost confidence and patience and ended up settling for second place.