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Disney Lorcana Tournament Friday
**Address: 210-212 Southwark Park Road, London SE16 3RX**
**Doors Open 11am Event starts 6:30pm-10pm**
**Player Capacity: 20 players**
Welcome to our **Disney Lorcana** Constructed Tournament. The tournament will be in Swiss format, with prizing distributed to players with a positive record. To participate in the event, alongside your **ticket purchase [here](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/disney-lorcana-events)**, you will need to register to Playhub. If you are unfamiliar, please ask our member of staff upon arrival to the store where a member of staff will be happy to assist.
As an added bonus you will be automatically entered in our Brotherhood League system which runs quarterly. Players will have an opportunity to gain points for attendance and winning games with prizes awarded to the top 16 players on the leaderboard, a special tournament will be held at the end of the league season. Please see terms and conditions for more details.
If you haven't already, please join our Instagram, YouTube and Discord Server for news about upcoming events, announcements, and social interaction with your fellow players!
*The Brotherhood Games Discord*
https://discord.com/invite/SJaQXyeNXx
đ Volleyball Games đ Poplar đ¶ Lower Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/45133
**Game Description:**
đź Warm up and game only setting.
đ Positive environment.
**Rules**
\- point to 15
\- max 2 games in a row
\- 3 team of 6 players
\- modified games situation might be applied depending on situation \(5:1\, modified 5:1 or 6:2 etc\.\)
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\*Privacy policy for games only sessions\*
By attending this game session, you agree to the following:
\* Video recordings/photos are allowed only during free game\* sessions
\* Attending implies consent to potentially being recorded by other participants
\* Any videos must only be shared via private links
\* Distribution limited to session participants only
\* Explicit consent required for any public sharing
\* Respect others' privacy and comfort
\*Please contact the co-organisers if you have any questions about the policy.
đ Volleyball SessionđLeyton đ¶ Mid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/45135
**Game Description:**
đź Warm up and game only setting.
đ Positive environment.
30mins warm up
2.5 hrs game
balls provided for warm up
**Rules**
\- point to 15
\- max 2 games in a row
\- 3 team of 6 players
\*Privacy policy for games only sessions\*
By attending this game session, you agree to the following:
\* Video recordings/photos are allowed only during free game\* sessions
\* Attending implies consent to potentially being recorded by other participants
\* Any videos must only be shared via private links
\* Distribution limited to session participants only
\* Explicit consent required for any public sharing
\* Respect others' privacy and comfort
\*Please contact the co-organisers if you have any questions about the policy.
MTG Commander Night Friday
**Address: 210-212 Southwark Park Road, London SE16 3RX**
**Doors Open 11am Event starts 6pm-10pm**
**Player Capacity: 36 players**
Welcome to our **Magic: The Gathering** Friday Night Commander.
We normally sell majority of the tickets, so please **buy tickets [here](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/magic-the-gathering-events)** as early as you can, as space tends to fill out.
This is a beginner friendly event. So, if you are just starting, don't hesitate to come down and meet our lovely community of Magic players!
If you haven't already, please join our Instagram, YouTube and Discord Server for news about upcoming events, announcements, and social interaction with your fellow players!
*The Brotherhood Games Discord*
https://discord.com/invite/SJaQXyeNXx
Board, card & dice games night at my place or The George (depending on numbers)
Hi everyone!
(pre-pandemic information)
If you like to play modern board, card and dice games, and to meet new people, then join us on Monday evenings from 6pm until the pub closes around 11pm.
Feel free to bring your own games if you have them, but don't worry if you don't as regular members will bring some along. And of course, we'll teach you how to play them if you don't know already.
You work late? No worries - you can join us any time before closing (11pm), so if you don't arrive at 6pm (attendees tend to arrive around 6:30 or 7pm), don't worry :-) Everyone comes and goes when they like, so it is possible that you may be the first to arrive or the last to leave,
Please write in the comments what time you expect to arrive at the pub, so we can try to avoid anyone having to wait alone for long.
We are a relaxed and friendly group, made up of both natives and foreigners, of locals and those living further afield, happy to welcome newbies and regulars.
Events are free to attend, but it is respectable to the public venues we hold them at if you can buy at least one drink or some food while you are present, just like anyone else at the pub would do.
If you would like to contribute towards the costs of running of this group, feel free to buy the host(s) a drink of their choice when you see them, for which they'd be very grateful. This saves money that can be put towards the Meetup subscription fees and buying the games that we all play.
The George is a reasonably-priced 'local' pub in the Docklands, near Canary Wharf, just 1 minute walk from Crossharbour DLR station, or about 15 minutes walk from the Canary Wharf Jubilee line station. Various TFL buses stop nearby.
Don't forget to join our group on Facebook for games news, articles, memes, gossip and banter: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Tabletop.Gamers.London.Docklands/
TICKETED EVENT - Common Ground Event #2
## **TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE:**
[https://www.commongrounduk.co.uk/event-details/common-ground-event-2](https://www.commongrounduk.co.uk/event-details/common-ground-event-2)
**Host:** Ana
**Number:** +44 7521 854768
Join us for a warm, relaxed evening at **Archive & Myth** â an atmospheric cocktail bar tucked inside the iconic Hippodrome. This is a gentle, wellâhosted social designed to help you meet new people naturally, without pressure, awkwardness, or the intensity of typical singles events.
Expect good conversation, a friendly atmosphere, and a group of people who value connection, culture, and ease.
### **What to Expect**
* A calm, stylish bar environment
* Hosted introductions so no one feels left out
* Light, optional icebreakers
* Smallâgroup and freeâflowing conversations
* A warm, inclusive crowd aged 30â70
* Cocktails, wine, and drinks available to purchase at the bar
### **Who Itâs For**
Anyone looking for meaningful social connection â single people, remote/home workers, new arrivals to London, digital nomads, or anyone craving a softer, more human way to meet new people and expand their social circle.
Most people come alone, and thatâs completely normal.
### **Venue & Details**
**Venue:** Archive & Myth, The Hippodrome
**About:** Downstairs and hidden away in a timeless chamber filled with mystery and intrigue, where it seems everything your eyes lay upon contains an entire world of stories and myths of their own.
[https://archiveandmyth.com/](https://archiveandmyth.com/)
**Time:** 7pmâ11pm
**Cost:** ÂŁ10 (Must be purchased in advance from:
[https://www.commongrounduk.co.uk/event-details/common-ground-event-2](https://www.commongrounduk.co.uk/event-details/common-ground-event-2) )
Weâd love to meet you.
London daytime testing at Waterloo
We playtest all sorts of games - strategic, silly, creative, or whatever. Some games are almost done. Some are very early ideas. We test anything that will fit into 90 minutes.
You don't need to bring a game - we always love to have new playtesters!
Please let us know in the comments when you plan to arrive/leave and whether you are bringing a game or not. This helps us to plan the day better.
The schedule is:
10am onwards - gathering, chatting
11am sharp - playing for 90 min ('slot 1')
12:30ish - break for food/chat
1pm sharp - playing for 90 min ('slot 2')
2:30ish - break for food/chat
3pm sharp - playing for 90 min ('slot 3')
4:30ish - finish up
Often, we might hang around afterwards, to play some already-published games.
We are strict on timings, so please try to arrive a few minutes before the session to limit disruption.
You can just come for part of the day if you wish. The reason we have fixed timings for the 3 'slots' is to make it easier for folk to do so.
Designers of all levels of experience are welcome! But if it's your first time, we ask that you don't bring a game and just spend some time learning how the group works.
The group works based on reciprocation. If you expect to test your own game, make sure stay for long enough to play other games. As a general rule of thumb, you can expect to play one of your own games every third 90-minute session. So if you stay a whole day (3 sessions), you can expect to have one session to play your game(s). A good rule of thumb is that if you come all day, you will have one 90 minute session with two other playtesters in which to test your own games. It is sometimes possible to test games with more players. If your game requires 4 or more, please note that as standard you will be allocated half of a session (45 minutes).
Pre-covid, we were getting unmanageable. As a result, we may have to limit attendees. This is a free-to-use venue, and we have to be mindful that other folk want to use the same space.
Please note: This is an adults only event.
We look forward to seeing you!
Backgammon Events This Week
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Backgammon Fun & Social at Gest, by Euston Square Exit. 20pc off Food n Drink
Date/Time: Sunday 8 February 2026, 3 â 8pm (and likely later!)
20% off food and drink for our group
First-timers: please see notes below on the Meetup fee, bringing boards, etc. âșïž
Dear Backgammon Lovers,
We had a great turnout again on Sunday, and a big thank you to Lydia for covering the first few hours - much appreciated!
Eight of our backgammoners headed to Steveâs jazz event on Monday and had a blast. Wouldnât it be fabulous to combine backgammon and jazz someday? Well, maybe!
Weâre delighted again to announce our next social backgammon gathering at Gest Restaurant in Euston. For as long as they'll have us, we'll continue to use the CSC on other dates when available.
Gest has become a favourite spot for our lively and friendly backgammon gatherings, offering more space and a relaxed atmosphere, with very wsrm and welcoming staff.
Social Backgammon
Whether youâre a seasoned player or completely new, everyoneâs welcome. Our Sunday afternoon offers a mix of friendly competition, laughter and the occasional lucky double six. Add food, drinks and easy conversation, and youâve got the makings of a relaxed afternoon rolling dice into a fun evening.
20% off food and drink
Following intense negotiations, Gest has kindly offered our group 20% off food and drink for this event. Please support the venue by ordering at least a drink and a bite to eat during the session, as this will help us to maintain such a generous deal in a comfortable atmosphere.
About Our Backgammon Group
Our group started in June 2015 and has now run more than 400 official meetups plus over 200 informal gatherings. We are a few short of 2,000 members, weâre the largest backgammon group in the UK, and we're known for our warmth, humour and friendliness. We typically meet fortnightly on Sundays, with around twenty or so regulars along with new players each time.
Everyone is welcome, whatever your level.
Dinner, drinks and playing time
We usually sit down for a relaxed group meal around 6pm, but youâre free to order whenever it suits you. Many people arrive early, stay late, and dip in and out of games between food and drinks.
RSVP
Please RSVP as soon as you can, as it really helps with planning, especially at this popular venue.
Bring your own board
If you have a backgammon board, please bring it. If you donât, just post a note on the Meetup page or message me and weâll match you up. Itâs always fun to see the variety of boards people bring along.
Meetup fee
ÂŁ4 per person. This small contribution helps pay Meetup, cover tip, admin, hosting and other organisational costs that keep the group running smoothly.
Etiquette
Letâs keep things friendly and respectful over the board, and please thank the lovely Gest staff for hosting us. If anything crops up during the event, just have a quiet word with me.
Backgammon rules
We play under international backgammon tournament rules, with one or two minor exceptions. Full details are on our Meetup page.
Contact
If you need help finding the venue or have any questions, call or text me on 07956 263451.
Please avoid sending Meetup messages within two hours of start time, as they may not be seen in time.
Looking forward to rolling dice and sharing another brilliant Sunday with you all â and to celebrating the New Year at Gest for the fifth time.
Best wishes,
Chris Sattaur đ€
đ 94. Feet Hoops RunđElephant & Castle đ¶ Advanced
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/44126
**Game Description:**
đ 94 FEET â The Run
đ„ Multinational. Competitive. Focused on Growth.
Welcome to 94 Feet â where hoopers from all backgrounds come together to compete, connect, and elevate.
**Rules**
5v5v5
Games to 13 (3s and 2s)
Winner stays on
18+ only
HoloLive Tournament Sunday
**Address: 210-212 Southwark Park Road, London SE16 3RX**
**Doors Open 12pm Event starts 12:30pm-5pm**
**Player Capacity: 20 players**
Welcome toour **Hololive TCG** Constructed Tournament. The event consists of 3 to 5 rounds of Swiss and prizing is distributed to players with a positive record.
To participate in the event, alongside your **ticket purchase on [our website](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/hololive-events)**, you will be asked to register on the desk to be entered into the tournament. We will hand out a promo pack for entry to the tournament. If you are unfamiliar, please ask our member of staff upon arrival to the store where a member of staff will be happy to assist.
If you haven't already, please join our Instagram, YouTube and Discord Server for news about upcoming events, announcements, and social interaction with your fellow players!
*The Brotherhood Games Discord*
https://discord.com/invite/SJaQXyeNXx
đDracula Basketball - Full CourtđWapping đ¶ Upper Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43271
**Game Description:**
Join us in East London, John Orwell Centre in Wapping.
Full-court, 3 teams, 5v5. A team stays on twice in a row regardless of win or lose (Apart from the first game of the session when the winning team stays on).
A good game level. Quite inclusive. A mix of regulars and guests.
**How to get there:**
Come in either from Wapping Overground station (5â away from the venue).
Or via bus 100 or D3 and stop at Wapping Health Centre.
Via DLR from either Shadwell or Towergate stations.
Closest underground station is Tower Hill (15â walk).
Whatsapp Valentin on 07879011856 for more details.
**Rules**
11 points or 8 minutes game:
2 points each shot inside the circle
3 points from outside
No free throws
No advantages, as in whichever team reaches 11 points first wins. But each team must rotate after being on twice in a row.
Cardfight! Vanguard Tournament Sunday
**Address: 210-212 Southwark Park Road, London SE16 3RX**
**Doors Open 12pm Event starts 12:30pm-5pm**
**Player Capacity: 12 players**
Welcome to our **Cardfight!Vanguard TCG** Constructed Tournament. The event consists of 3 to 5 rounds of Swiss and prizing is distributed to players with a positive record. To participate in the event, alongside your **ticket purchase on our [website](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/cardfight-vanguard-events)**, you will be asked to register on the desk to be entered into the tournament. We will hand out a promo pack for entry to the tournament. If you are unfamiliar, please ask our member of staff upon arrival to the store where a member of staff will be happy to assist.
If you haven't already, please join our Instagram, YouTube and Discord Server for news about upcoming events, announcements, and social interaction with your fellow players!
*The Brotherhood Games Discord*
https://discord.com/invite/SJaQXyeNXx
Feb 7 Just Play Mahjong Club (Chinese, American & Japanese Riichi Styles)
### đ
EVENT DETAILS
đ **Where:** Aldgate Tower (just outside Aldgate East Station, Exit 1)
đ **Who:** Players who already know how to play with scores (not suitable for beginners)
â **Included:** Instructur help, free tea, coffee, and unbeatable vibes
## đ WANT TO PLAY MAHJONG REGULARLY?
Mahjong is still a niche board game in London â and since it needs **4 players**, it can be hard to organise regular games with just your own friends or family.
In many parts of Asia, **Mahjong parlours** bring people together to play. While weâre **not** running a commercial Mahjong club, we *are* here to build a **community**.
Many of our players started as complete beginners in our workshops â and now theyâre **hooked**! Thatâs why we created our **đïž Just Play tickets**.
### đ DIFFERENT MAHJONG STYLES WELCOME
### đđ° Hong Kong Style (Main Style)
Our main style is **Hong Kong Mahjong**, with a **3 fan minimum to win**.If you know how to play other Chinese styles like **Taiwanese**, **Sichuan**, or **British Mahjong**, youâre still welcome! Weâll provide **scoring cards** to help you adapt.
â ïž However, these tables are **not suitable for beginners**. If you havenât yet graduated from Level 1 or Level 2 of our workshops, or if you donât know how to score, please join our learner workshops first to build confidence.
### đŻđ” Japanese Riichi (Growing Community)
Riichi Mahjong is **new to our community**, but we love its fast pace and strategic complexity!If you already know how to play Riichi â \*\*amazing! Please join us.\*\*If you play Chinese Mahjong and want to try Riichi, one of our instructors or friendly regulars might help, but we **canât guarantee full teaching support yet**. You're welcome to learn by playing alongside others.
### đșđž American Mahjong (New Community in 2026)
Weâre excited to add **American Mahjong** to our offerings. Itâs quite different from Chinese Mahjong, so weâll run newbie workshops and regular Just Play sessions from 2026. **Note**: Just Play bookings require solid prior knowledge of American rules. However, we encourage crossâstyle learning, so if you already know one style of Mahjong, learn another with us, so you can play at any table.
## đ· OUR BEST PRICE PROMISE
Weâre doing our best to keep **Just Play tickets affordable at ÂŁ15** for a 2-hour session â thatâs our **best price promise**. đ
Unlike clubs that charge entry or venues that require a minimum spend, our ticket price covers only whatâs needed: venue, staff, admin cost.
And yes â with a booked ticket, **YOU ARE GUARNATEED A SEAT AT THE TABLE**, and we also provide **free tea, coffee**, and the occasional **festive treat**. âđȘ
We're not a charity, but we are **deeply committed** to creating a welcoming Mahjong community. đ Your support helps us keep the tiles clicking, and we love seeing familiar faces return week after week!
## đ± JOIN OUR MAHJONG WHATSAPP COMMUNITY
Stay connected with fellow players in our friendly WhatsApp group â a space to ask questions, get updates on upcoming events, and even arrange private games outside of our Saturday sessions. It's the easiest way to stay in the loop and grow your Mahjong circle!
[LINK HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IQXv3nGfbeMCfvI6HsGjfZ "https://chat.whatsapp.com/IQXv3nGfbeMCfvI6HsGjfZ")
**Important Notes**
1. Each attendee must be registered to our building in addition to the meetup ticketing. If you book two tickets, we will need both individualsâ full names and email addresses for registration.
2. On **the same week**, you will receive an email from "Aldgate Tower" with your **building entry invitation**. This email includes a **unique visitor QR code**, which youâll need to scan at the ground floor speed gates. Then, head straight up to the **6th floor**, where weâll be ready to welcome you.
3. Please check your **spam or junk folder** if you donât see the email. Still nothing? Send us a message / whatsapp us on +44 7423 755734 , and weâll assist you promptly.
đ Volleyball Sessionđ King's Cross đ¶ Upper Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/42287
**Game Description:**
Only sign up if you are Upper Intermediate/ Advanced Level Player and Knowlegeable of 5:1 Rotations. You will be ask not to join the game if you do not qualify from the criteria stated. Organizer have the right not to refund your money. Its not personal though.
Our goal is to have a good time, enjoy the company of friendly people and play some competitive games.
Remember "Every Serve is a Point"
**Rules**
5:1 Rotations
6 Players/ team
15 points
Backgammon Events Near You
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Board games at The Forge
The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group!
The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play.
Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes.
We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area.
Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.
Casual Boardgames - make friends, then beat them in games
Welcome to Casual Boardgames, where we enjoy classic tabletop games and social deduction games while bonding over good food, drinks, and great conversations.
â©We started this group to meet new people and make new friends, and bonding over games in a relaxed atmosphere is a great way to do that.
We currently meet near route 23 and Polaris Parkway, and this is close to areas like Powell, Lewis Center, Worthington, and parts of Westerville and Columbus.
â©Feel free to bring your own games or play one of the many games our members bring. If you are inexperienced, we will help you learn.
â©Here are just a few examples of the kind of games we play.
â©Tabletop/board games: Splendor, Catan, Azul, Dominion, 7 WondersâŠ
â©Social deduction games: Code Names, Chameleon, WerewordsâŠ
â©IMPORTANT:
â©1. While we love playing a variety of games and competing, we are not just about the games. We interact and talk while playing, and this leads to a lot of laughter and fun. If you just want to compete and focus solely on the game, then this is probably not the group you are looking for.
â©2. Many people join groups like this and never (or rarely) show up after weeks or months. If you join and never really come, we will eventually remove you from the group as a courtesy to our members. Why? Because limiting group conversations (on the app) to regular members makes communication and planning much easier. Also, while it may be rare, it protects members from people who join because they are interested in following a person instead of having a real interest in our group. If you get removed, it is just because you havenât come, and we follow this protocol as a courtesy to our regular game players.
CABS Saturday (Double Header) 2/21
CABS Double Header Saturday 2/21 - Join us for double the fun. Your first visit is FREE!!
CABS Friday Meeting (Double Header) 2/20
CABS Friday of our 1st Quarter Double Header 2/20
(We do one double header a quarter)
Open-Table RPG Meetup!
Try new games, meet new people, and find out what story games are all about!
Explore the reaches of space! Witness kingdoms rise and fall! Create and explore tragedies! All within a single game night.
We play story games like Fiasco, Kingdom, Polaris and Microscope that encourage everyone at the table to participate creatively. We also have one-shots of indie, OSR, and narrative-focused RPGs such as Apocalypse World, Dread, Lady Blackbird, and Old School Essentials!
Everybody's welcome! It doesn't matter if you've never tried story games before or never played roleplaying games at all! Just bring your brain and a good attitude and come try it out!
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**IMPORTANT**
* When you arrive look for the marked Story Games Columbus Tables. Each table will have a separate game. Seating is on a first-come-first-serve basis.
* If all tables are full, look for a Facilitator. We will find a way to get you into a game!
* There is a flat $3 cover charge for events at Tabletop.
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**Facilitators!!**
Please arrive early so that we can get you set up with a table.
Please reach out to me ASAP if you would be willing to help facilitate. You can reach me on the SGC Discord here -
https://discord.gg/jUTvWUu























