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Table Top Wargaming

29 March 2025

FREE EVENT
Entry by ticket only

Explore the world of tabletop wargaming, from the wild west to the far future, tactical to strategic and painting to playtesting courtesy of the Company of Makers.

Workshops and events taking place on the day include:

Neil Roberts

Artist | Art Director | Illustrator – Neil talks about his work including The Horus Heresy, Magic: The Gathering, 2000AD, Battletech, Warmachine and more! We’ll email you a link for Neil’s talk after you have reserved your ticket for this event.

FOXHOUNDS Wargame – Playtest

Join us for an exclusive play testing session of FOXHOUNDS wargame created by Nick Denning. This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of near future tactical warfare, where you can experience the game firsthand before its official release. We’ll email you a link for FOXHOUNDS after you have reserved your ticket for this event.

AF-React – Playtest

AF-REACT is a tabletop wargame created by some talented folks in the USAF to help train Airmen on base defense strategies and tactics. It’s an effective and affordable way for any unit to run small-scale exercises and boost their learning beyond the usual training! We’ll email you a link for AF-React after you have reserved your ticket for this event.

Tries to Paint – Model Painting

Join Tom for a hands-on beginner-friendly miniature painting workshop. Learn essential techniques like, base coating, shading, highlighting, and brush control. Whether you’re new to the hobby or looking to improve, this session will provide the fundamentals to bring your miniatures to life. No need to bring anything with you other than your enthusiasm! We’ll email you a link for Model Painting after you have reserved your ticket for this event.

Omaha Beach by Charles Rowntree

Charles builds scale recreations of battlefields and design games to run as participation games on them. “My model of Omaha beach is 16ft long and includes all of the main beach stormed by US troops on D-day.” Come and join us in refighting the landings and experiences the closest thing to being there since Saving Private Ryan came out!

Brickskrieg

“A lifelong fan of tabletop wargaming, I struggled to return due to time, cost, and complex modelling. Discovering LEGO-style micro armies, I built a force without glue or paint. My 9-year-old daughter loved assembling them, inspiring me to create simple, fun rules for easy entry into wargaming. With quick, engaging battles and optional advanced rules, my system welcomes generals of all ages.”

Shrewsbury Wargames Society

SWS will be demonstrating two games: a gigantic medieval siege in 28mm using the Lion Rampant rules, and a reconstruction of The Bridges at Toko-Ri using the Check Your 6! Jet Age ruleset. We look forward to seeing you there!

Warlord Games

Warlord Games produces the finest historical wargaming miniatures, with a particular focus on World War II. Stop by our stand for an introduction to Bolt Action or Blood Red Skies from our friendly staff, and browse our ranges. For this event, we’re offering a special 20% discount for serving Armed Forces personnel and veterans!

Sheppey Models

Sheppey Models is a model shop located in Sheerness, Kent, offering a wide range of model kits, accessories, and supplies for hobbyists. Their inventory includes plastic model kits, paints, tools, and other essentials for model building enthusiasts. The shop caters to various interests, including aircraft, military vehicles, ships, and cars. 20% discount available for Veterans of the armed forces.

RAF Benevolent Fund and the RAF Association

Providing details of a wide range of support and services for members of the RAF Family.

Games that the Company of Makers will be hosting on the day include.

Black Sails, Bolt Action, A Brick Too Far (WW2), Air Assault on RAF Gutersloh, Wild West Shoot Out, Blood Red Skies, Castle Siege, Team Yankee, Chain of Command, Wings of Glory, Warhammer 40k with more to be announced.

This event is free of charge, but admission is by ticket only, book yours now using the link below.

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