Strategy Games

Our smaller group playing light to medium weight modern board games. Bring your own games if possible but some games will be there.

Come and play board games! Join us for tabletop board and card games such as Just One, Colt Express, Saboteur, Potion Explosion and Wingspan. Monday nights are aimed at welcoming players who are new to modern board games. We always try to make sure that someone is happy to teach games and welcome new people on the night, so don't worry if you're not sure what to play or who to sit with. We don't charge a fee for attending the Meetup, but you will need to pay the venue's game session fee of £8 per person (unless you have a Gold or VIP [Ludoquist membership](https://www.theludoquist.com/collections/membership-2022)). Please arrive by 18:50 in time for everyone to get into groups for the main games to start at 19:00. We will start arriving from 18:30 if anyone wants to join early for short games and chat. All attendees are expected to read and follow [our Code of Conduct](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qnLRLEV6whNYpiBu1mqsBaI6CjhbsC6Ersgwj0BCMSg/edit?usp=share_link) and [our Meetup Rules](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QorSIT3I3YA70ClL825cpMlHWWehpiVrrisy_J6zjFE/edit?usp=share_link). Please remember to update your RSVP promptly if you can't make it and please don't attend unless you are confirmed as attending. Feel free to ask questions in the event comments, or direct message one of the hosts. You're also invited to [join our Discord server](https://discord.gg/rWh8aSA) for game related chat and for arranging games outside the Meetup events.

This is an inclusive and welcoming meetup. The core of this meetup is to foster a collaborative environment where participants playtest board games and offer constructive feedback to fellow designers. Bringing a design or prototype is not a requirement, this event is for anyone passionate about games—whether they're a designer, developer, playtester, or simply someone who loves engaging with creative ideas. No prior experience is necessary. Location: Exact location within the National Theatre is shared 10-15 mins before the event, depending on the availability of the seating. Keep an eye out for a comment on the event page. "Usually", it is around the Lyttleton Circle Bar, First floor. Join the WhatsApp group for live updates: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lr6nV2bfcOL4HkXcQQ4IoI?mode=gi_t

Hive Tournament (UK Hive Cup 2026): Open to anyone, no minimum skill level required, just join our community and have fun! Cheatsheets will be also provided to allow everybody to learn faster and enjoy! * Learn to play at 6 pm, Tournament starts at 7 pm. * 5-round [Swiss tournament](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swiss-system_tournament "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swiss-system_tournament") (no player is eliminated, everyone will play 5 games!). Duration: 2-2.5 hours. * Hive PLM format (Pillbug, Ladybug and Mosquito included). * £5 entry fee. [Pre-registration here](https://forms.gle/2GXHXeQg2rYjb8MWA "https://forms.gle/2GXHXeQg2rYjb8MWA") is recommended. For any questions please email Frasco at [francesco@gen42.com](mailto:francesco@gen42.com) More info about this and the world of Hive can be found on our website [https://www.worldhivetournaments.com/](https://www.worldhivetournaments.com/ "https://www.worldhivetournaments.com/") or in our [discord server](https://discord.gg/eZKxseSmRA "https://discord.gg/eZKxseSmRA"). Practice before the tournament on [hivegame.com](https://hivegame.com/ "https://hivegame.com/")! Prizes offered by Gen42: 1 day entry ticket to the UKGE, Hive gadgets and badges for all participants!

Dive into The Brotherhood Games' Weekly TCG tournaments! Whether you're into Magic: The Gathering, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh, or One Piece, Lorcana, and more, our events are perfect for TCG enthusiasts of all levels. Join us for a day filled with strategy, trading, and friendly competitions. Embrace your inner tactician and showcase your skills in thrilling matches with fellow gamers. Check out what's happening every evening through our website's [Event Calendar!](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/event-calendar#flPtAG) These events are not just limited to TCG fans - board game lovers can also enjoy classics like Settlers of Catan and Backgammon Tournaments. Whether you're into Anime & Manga or a Disney enthusiast, there's something for everyone at The Brotherhood Games. Share your passion for gaming, connect with like-minded individuals, and enjoy a cozy atmosphere perfect for cafe lovers. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of deck building games and strategy - see you there!

BOOK YOUR TICKET 👉🏼 [HERE](https://itsadate.club/event/games-themed-speed-dating-48/). Connect(4) with fun-loving, young-at-heart single players (ages 30–45) at a relaxed, board games-inspired evening. Draughts is a super-fun concept bar located in the iconic Leake Street Graffiti tunnel just steps away from Waterloo Station. This unique games-themed event is hosted in a private area of the venue – The Loft, with a contemporary vibe, beautifully exposed brickwork, and our own private bar. This is a doubles speed dating event, so be prepared to get to know other single people in an entertaining and interactive way as you move between tables playing new and nostalgic games in groups of four. Designed for social singles booking individually or with friends, you will be welcomed by our host at 19:15 and have the chance to grab a drink from the bar before we begin. Ladies will be paired and seated comfortably on tables with various board games. These are selected to be short in duration (approximately 12-minutes) and great for helping you break the ice as you get to know your fellow players. Gents will be invited to rotate around the tables in pairs, playing a variety of entertaining games, having no shortage of laughs along the way. There will be a half-time comfort break and lots of opportunity to mingle with others in this informal yet lively setting. Post-event matching will be available on your It’s a Date dashboard where you could find you’re on a winning streak in love as well as in Jenga! If you have any questions on the event or how things will work, please get in contact with James on 07517 065 492 or [james@itsadate.club](mailto:james@itsadate.club).

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/44952 **Game Description:** Advanced mixed volleyball session, includes initial warm-up drills, followed by games. **NOTA BENE** the entrance to the sports hall is via Hatfields **Rules** Members and all players are expected to show good sportsmanship, friendly behaviour, and help with the smooth running of the sessions, including timely attendance, setup and tidy up of courts if you need to cancel get in touch we might be able to offer you another session. london.volleyball.blue@gmail.com

Welcome to the world of board gaming, if you’ve been before you know the score! If it’s your first time, please remember to read the description and rules, we don’t have many but there are some. We are a group of people who like to play (or learn) modern board games. From the highly technical to the simplest of games, from the seasoned gamer to the first timer, all are welcome. We cater for nearly all modern games as per our rules. We would be delighted if you wanted to join us, please don't fret if there is a long waitlist, this tends to disappear a day or two before the event, sometimes even on the day, so keep an eye out. Come have a drink, meet like minded friendly people and let the battles commence. If you have a game you would like to play, please mention it in the comments and see if others would like to join you. You can join one of the other games mentioned there already or even request that someone brings a game that you would really like to play. If you do bring a game, it would be great if you could teach it, but someone else might know it. If you don’t know the rules to any of the games being played, don’t worry too much, there are some great teachers here and they’ll let you know the rules to any game they’re playing. It would be best if you could be here by the start time, but if you can’t you could always let people know and they might wait for you to arrive before playing. Otherwise, you might have to wait for people to finish playing before you can join in another game. If you are new, please look for the person in the hi-vis jacket, or ask for one of the hosts, Rocky, Dori, Michele, Rafa or Rakshita and we will make sure you get into a game that suits you and your gaming level. Please abide by the rules and mostly, have fun!

III: You have fought your way into the thawing city and its haunted corpse is ripe to be picked clean. You inspect your hoard; the treasure and knowledge you have looted so far are a good start, but a mere taste of what awaits in the city proper. You let a coin slip between your fingers as you hear a ghastly screech from deeper in the city - the guardians of Frostgrave will not yield their treasures easily, things are about to get much harder. The snows are beginning to recede, revealing the shattered ruins of **Frostgrave** — a once-great city of wizard-kings, buried for centuries beneath ice and legend. Now rival sorcerers return, leading warbands into the frozen streets in search of lost spells, ancient artefacts, and forgotten power. This series is **a beginner-friendly Frostgrave Campaign running through this spring**. New joiners are more than welcome! Players will begin with a **Level 0 wizard and a 400gc warband**, venturing into the ruins to gather treasure, gain experience, and grow in power as the campaign unfolds. Most games during the campaign will be played as **multiplayer (1v1 or 3-4 player free-for-all) matches**, creating plenty of opportunities for **XP, gold, and some secret campaign bonuses**. Expect spellcasting, treasure hunting, wandering monsters, and plenty of wizard duels among the ruins. **New players are very welcome.** If you’ve never played Frostgrave before, this event is the perfect place to start. Spare warbands and guidance will be available for anyone trying the game for the first time. ### Not signed up? If you're interested, don’t forget to join the **LWG Frostgrave Campaign WhatsApp Chat** to stay up to date with the campaign and future games. Not yet part of the community? Speak to an organiser and we’ll get you connected. ### Cancellations If you can’t make it, please update your RSVP to **“Not Going”** by editing your RSVP. This helps us manage table space and ensure everyone gets a game. ### About the London Wargaming Guild The LWG is a community of **tabletop gamers across London**, running regular events covering narrative campaigns, RPGs, skirmish games, and large-scale wargaming. If you'd like to be part of the community, reach out to the organiser and we’ll help connect you to the right groups. We love seeing your hobby progress — share your games and models with us on Instagram **@lwarguild** for *WIP Wednesday* and *Finished Friday*.

***HOSTED BY VINCENT*** -Join us for a thrilling mahjong night filled with intricate strategies and social interactions. -All level welcome. Come and challenge your skills, learn new techniques, and make new friends in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. -Location: The Cricketers Pub, Richmond Green TW9 1LX. (Near Richmond Upon Thames station) -Meetup fee £5.00 cash per person to be paid at the venue. We will be at the back of the pub

Come hang out with the RBKC Chess crew for a chill afternoon of moves, strategy, and good vibes. ### **♟️ RBKC Chess Community — Earl’s Court Chess Club** Join a welcoming and growing chess community in the heart of Earl’s Court. Whether you’re picking up chess for the first time or already experienced, this is a relaxed, friendly space to play, learn, and connect with others. ### **What to expect** * ♟️ **Casual games & friendly competition** Play at your own pace — no pressure, just good games. * 🧠 **Guidance & coaching available** Get help with openings, tactics, and improving your thinking over the board. * 🤝 **A real community atmosphere** Meet people from different backgrounds who share a love for chess and learning. * 🌱 **Beginner-friendly environment** New to chess? You’ll feel comfortable here. ### **Event Details** 📍 **Location:** Earl’s Court Community Hub 1A Aisgill Ave, London, W14 9NF 🕓 **Time:** Every Tuesday 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM 💸 **Cost:** Free 📌 **No booking required — just show up and play** ### **Stay connected** Join our Telegram community to stay updated and connect outside sessions: 👉 **@OFF4LONDON** ### **Why this club exists** This isn’t just about chess. It’s about creating a space where people can: * slow down * think clearly * build confidence * and connect in a meaningful way

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!

CABS First Friday of the month gaming!!! Door opens at 4pm and will go until the last game is played or the closer for the night needs their sleep.

### Goblin Mayhem in May \| One Free Goblin Mini Event Embrace the chaos this May with **Goblin Mayhem** at The Arcane Foundry. Join us for a paint and sip experience where you’ll receive a free goblin miniature and dive into one of the most unpredictable and mischievous factions in Warhammer Fantasy and The Old World. Whether you’re new to painting or a seasoned hobbyist, this event is all about fun, creativity, and a little bit of madness. Learn how to paint vibrant greens, tattered clothing, and grimy details while exploring the lore and playstyle of goblins. From sneaky ambushers to reckless hordes, you’ll discover what makes these creatures both hilarious and dangerous on the battlefield. All supplies are provided, space is limited, and things are bound to get a little out of control.

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

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 sometimes fill esrly. There is additional parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

Welcome to Casual Boardgames, where we enjoy classic tabletop games and social deduction games while bonding over good food, drinks, and great conversations. 
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. 
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. 
Here are just a few examples of the kind of games we play. 
Tabletop/board games: Splendor, Catan, Azul, Dominion, 7 Wonders… 
Social deduction games: Code Names, Chameleon, Werewords… 
IMPORTANT: 
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. 
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 haven’t come, and we follow this protocol as a courtesy to our regular game players.

This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!