Hello Board Gamers
Join Our Monthly Board Game Meet-ups in Dibden Purlieu
Welcome to our inclusive board game community in The New Forest, where players of all ages and skill levels come together to enjoy tabletop gaming. Our mission is to create an inclusive, community-led space that fosters connection, combats loneliness, and celebrates the joy of board games. From monthly meet-ups to online gaming sessions, tournaments, marathons, and charity fundraisers, we offer low-cost, accessible events for everyone. Join us to play, learn, and make lifelong friends!
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Next Event
Sunday 17th May
Main Hall – St. Andrew’s Church
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The Team
Luke Allen
Event Organiser, Media, Marketing & PR
Top 3 Games
Ark Nova, Roll for the Galaxy, Smallworld
Amy Allen
Equipment & Tuck Coordinator
Top 3 Games
Wingspan, Ark Nova, Kingdomino
Chris Shimman
Volunteer Coordinator & Raffle Organiser
Top 3 Games
Ark Nova, Ark Nova, Ark Nova
Katie Shimman
Event Volunteer
Top 3 Games
Rummikub, Ticket to Ride, Forest Shuffle
Ed Newbold
Games Teacher/Expert
Top 3 Games
Ark Nova, Distilled, Deep Regrets
Mark Hatch
Website Manager
Top 3 Games
Twilight Imperium, War of The Ring, Blood on The Clocktower
Laura Knight
Blood on the Clocktower Organiser & Lead Volunteer
Top 3 Games
Wingspan, Forest Shuffle, Gloomhaven
Wayne Knight
Event Volunteer
Top 3 Games
Scythe, Witcher, Ark Nova
Sarah Cross
Event Volunteer
Top 3 Games
Robo Rally, Mexican Trains, Racko
Kev Cross
Event Volunteer
Top 3 Games
Teraforming Mars, Wingspan, Qwirkle
Steve Trawley
Event Volunteer
Top 3 Games
Gloomhaven, Terraforming Mars, Beyond Humanity: Colonies
St. Andrew’s church offers a large, fully-accessible hall with plenty of room for gaming. The hall can fit 17 tables, three of which for extra large games, with the regular tables accommodating most hobby games. The church is situated opposite two Bluestar #9 bus stops heading to and from Southampton. Plentiful free parking front and rear. Excellent kitchen, facilities, disability friendly, Quiet space availalble for attendees. Alcohol permitted in moderation.
Sponsors
Thanks to our sponsors for helping to make our events affordable
