According to Hoyle Day 2023: Date, History, Facts about Card Game

On According to Hoyle Day, celebrated on August 29, we honour Edmond Hoyle, who is best known for his authoritative volumes on the rules and regulations of the most popular board games and card games of his time. His vast knowledge of gameplay and rules became the definitive authority, with many individuals confirming a rule by saying “According to Hoyle…”

The background of According to Hoyle Day

Edmond Hoyle was a lawyer by trade, but is best known for codifying the rules for numerous board and card games, including backgammon and chess. Perhaps his most significant contribution was a 1742 pamphlet titled “A Short Treatise on the Game of Whist” for the card game Whist. In the subsequent century, the game was governed by the rules detailed in this book.

Whenever participants referenced the rules of games that Hoyle had established, they would begin with “According to Hoyle…” to indicate that the rule was established by the expert. Over time, the phrase “According to Hoyle…” became a method for people to reassure others that they are quoting an authority, so whether people were debating a new law, discussing history, theories, or card game rules, “According to Hoyle…” became a common phrase.

The date of Edward Hoyle’s death, August 29, 1769, is commemorated annually as According to Hoyle Day. According to Hoyle day is observed on August 29 to recognise Hoyle’s contributions to the creation of the rules of many games, as well as to honour experts and their authority in their respective fields.

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ACCORDING TO HOYLE DAY DATES

Year	Date	Day
2023	August 29	Tuesday
2024	August 29	Thursday
2025	August 29	Friday
2026	August 29	Saturday
2027	August 29	Sunday