Join Our Board Games Community
St Albans' premier board game community for players of all levels. From strategy to party games, we've got something for everyone!
St Albans' premier board game community for players of all levels. From strategy to party games, we've got something for everyone!
Discover the heart of tabletop gaming in St Albans. We're a friendly community passionate about sharing the joy of board games with everyone.
Join a diverse group of gamers passionate about sharing their love for board games. We delight in teaching new games and warmly welcome players of all experience levels, making it a perfect spot to discover your next favorite.
Enjoy tabletop gaming through regular meetups and special all-day events. Hosted at accessible St Albans locations: St Mark's Church Centre (Free parking) and the 3rd St Albans Scout Hut (Free parking).
Participate with a nominal contribution, solely covering venue hire for a comfortable and dedicated gaming space for everyone.
Unstuck in time and ready for some table-top fun? Join us for an evening of epic strategy and friendly competition as we warp through realms of cardboard and dice!
Get ready to kick off your week with an evening of strategy and fun! This is our regular recurring Monday game night—sign up for updates and details on future sessions.
Get ready for an **all-day** immersion into the world of tabletop gaming! From 11 AM right through to 11 PM, join us for a day of strategizing, dice-rolling, and friendly rivalry. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the hobby, there's a table waiting for you.
**Midweek Meeple Mingle!** Unwind from your Wednesday worries and dive into an evening of strategy, laughter, and fantastic games! Whether you're a seasoned tabletop veteran or a curious newcomer, there's a seat at the table waiting for you.
Unwind from your Monday at St. Mark's Church Centre with an evening of strategic brilliance and good company! Join us from **7 PM to 11 PM** for a session packed with your favourite board games and perhaps a few new discoveries.
Get ready for an all-day immersion into the world of tabletop gaming! From 11 AM right through to 11 PM, join us for a day of strategizing, dice-rolling, and friendly rivalry. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or new to the hobby, there’s a table waiting for you.
Bring some friends, partners, siblings*, bring some games; or just bring yourself! There will be various people willing to teach games both long and short- we all have to learn the rules at some point… *How else do you evidence sibling rivalry since swords are frowned upon?
We’ll be running our tuck shop throughout the day and as Saturday sessions run over dinner: some bring food, some order out- we’ll try to coordinate. Just don’t get too carried away and leave greasy finger prints!
Although we do have to pay to hire venues, we only ask for £6 per person to help cover the costs.
Short 10 minute games or 8 hour epics, what will you try?
Never miss an event! Choose how you'd like to stay informed about our upcoming game nights and community news.
Join our Discord for event updates, chat, and to organize games on BoardGameArena.
Subscribe to our calendar to see all upcoming events directly in your Google Calendar.
Join our Facebook group for event updates, discussions, and to connect with other members.
Fancy playing some board games online with fellow club members? Join our group on Board Game Arena and let the virtual dice roll!
Scout Hut, End of Chene Drive on the Left, Off Waverley Road, St Albans, AL3 5PE
Free parking available
St Mark's Church, Church Ln, Colney Heath, St Albans AL4 0NH
Free parking available
We care about inclusive, safe and happy gaming spaces and as such we have a Code of Conduct which we expect all Club Members and guests to abide by. This is applicable to both the events and the online space surrounding them (Facebook page, Meetup and events, and any other online or social media spaces).
Please be courteous and respectful to one another. Every person has an equal right to game and to enjoy the St Albans Board Games Club events. Please take particular note of preferred pronouns, respect for accessibility needs, the right of individuals to use whichever toilet they wish. Respecting the Equality Act 2010 and other legal standings of the UK.
Please be aware that some people are new to gaming, or like to play different games than you. Consider if your behaviour could be interpreted as dismissive, intimidating or off-putting to other attendees to the club. Everyone is welcome at St Albans Board Games Club, whatever their level of experience or commitment to gaming. Only offer advice if it is wanted or asked for. If in doubt please speak to a Host or a committee member if any issues arise.
Our venues are not licensed to serve alcohol, drinking of Alcohol is only allowed to those over the age of 18 and only if they drink responsibly, All Alcohol drunk at our venues must be brought from an off-licensed and reputable retailer. Drinking is not synonymous with fun and people may choose not to drink for a variety of valid reasons personal to them. Alcohol is not an excuse for loud, aggressive or inappropriate behaviour.
All games are owned by club members and are the personal responsibility of their owners. If damage to a board game should occur by personal irresponsible actions then it is the responsibility for the person who caused the damage to make amends up to and including replacements or other reparations. It is highly recommend that all open drinks are kept away from areas where spillages can occur.
St Albans Board Games Club is open to all people including family groups. It is expected that all Members behave in a polite and family friendly manner at all times. Foul language will not be tolerated in the presence for those under the age of 16. There is a zero tolerance for discriminating or sexist language at any time.
Everyone has a right to enjoy their hobby in a safe and non-sexual environment, and no-one should be sexualised without their consent. Remarks about gender, sexuality and any kind of touching without consent are not acceptable or respectful. Take your lead from the person themselves and listen if someone tells you – with words or body language – that they are uncomfortable. Apologise if you have crossed a line.
Aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated and could lead to expulsion from the Club. The Host of the session will have the final say on what is acceptable and has the right to ask members to leave the session at anytime.
We recognise that everyone makes mistakes and that sometimes pointing them out can feel uncomfortable and challenging, which is why in the first instance we will attempt where appropriate to respond with a quiet conversation or private message. We are all trying, and we all care about making St Albans Board Games Club an excellent community to be part of.
Thank you for your support.
If you experience or witness unacceptable behavior, please report it to any club organizer or use the (anonymous) feedback form below.
