ABSP: About the ABSP

The Association of British Scrabble Players (ABSP) was formed in 1987 as a not-for-profit association to promote interest in the playing of Scrabble. It co-ordinates tournaments and the provision of a rating system for players in the UK, as well as providing information and support to members, tournament organisers and tournament directors.

Our members range from the best players in the UK to people who enjoy tournaments mainly as social events.

We also have non-tournament players who are members just to receive our newsletter, filled with Scrabble-related articles and puzzles, which is published every month. Other publications, including tournament officials' handbooks are on the publications page.

We maintain a Tournament Calendar of upcoming rated events. New players are especially welcome at all events. Come along and play! We have some hints & tips for players who are new to tournaments. Plus, new players at their first tournament can get their first year of ABSP membership FREE! Ask the tournament organiser at the event for details.

Data Protection Act: In joining the ABSP I accept that personal information relating to Scrabble, including my rating and my photograph, may appear on the ABSP website and in ABSP publications. I accept that the ABSP will not be responsible for use or misuse of personal information.

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