Halloween lands differently at Games Haven. On Friday October 31 from 7 PM, Nottingham’s tabletop hub turns spooky with cosplay contests, pumpkin carving, and over sixty themed boardgames. Entry £7.50 or free for members. Inclusive, accessible, and open late in the heart of the Creative Quarter.
The world of tabletop gaming is shifting again. Not just with new releases, but in how people gather, what they play, and what they’re really looking for at the table.
At Games Haven, we see it happening up close every week. Across roleplay nights, skirmish sessions, trading card meetups and weekend events, we’re watching the community reshape itself in real time. Here’s a closer look at what’s changing, and how we’re building around it.
It’s back.
After emerging from the fires of 2019, Into the Breach returns to Nottingham for a day of bold manoeuvres, massive armies, and precision dice rolls. Whether you’re a hardened general or just keen to get your Epic fix, this is your moment.
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