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.
Escape the midweek slump and dive into an evening of strategy, laughter, and dice rolls! Whether you're a seasoned strategist or just curious about the world of modern board games, our doors are open.
Tired of the Monday blues? Roll into an evening of fun, strategy, and camaraderie at **Colney Heath's Monday Meeple Meet-up!** Whether you're a seasoned strategist or new to the world of tabletop, you'll find a friendly face and a game to play.
Feeling that mid-week slump? Time to flip the script and dive into an evening of strategy, laughter, and dice rolls! Our **Midweek Meeple Meet** is the perfect escape, whether you're a seasoned strategist, a casual card shark, or completely new to the world of modern board games.
Battling the Monday blues? Roll the dice on a brighter start to your week! Join us for an evening of fantastic board gaming at the welcoming **St Mark's Church Centre** in Colney Heath.
Get ready for a full day of dice, decks, and grand decisions! Join us for an extended session of board gaming, where new friendships are forged over epic strategies and long-held rivalries are settled (amicably, of course!).
Join us for an evening of thrilling tabletop adventures and friendly competition! Whether you're a seasoned strategist or just curious about the world of board games, Midweek Meeple Magic is your perfect escape.
Kick off your week with a dose of strategic fun at our St Mark's Monday Night Meeples session! Whether you're a seasoned tabletop veteran or a curious newcomer, grab your friends, bring a partner (or just yourself!), and dive into an evening of engaging board games.
Escape the humdrum and dive into a world of strategy, laughter, and dice rolls! Join us for our **Midweek Meeple Mania** evening session, your perfect antidote to the midweek blues.
Shake off the Monday blues and dive into an evening of strategy, laughter, and fantastic games!
Tired of the midweek grind? Ready to roll into an evening of strategic brilliance, boisterous laughter, and brilliant board games? Join us for **Midweek Meeples Mayhem** – your ultimate escape to worlds of dice, cards, and clever cunning!
Start your week right with a Monday evening filled with dice, cards, and camaraderie!
Join us for an **all-day** board gaming bonanza this May! Whether you're a seasoned strategist or just curious about what's beyond Monopoly, our doors are open for an epic Saturday of fun, strategy, and good company.
Get ready for a full day of dice, decks, and grand decisions! Join us for an extended session of board gaming, where new friendships are forged over epic strategies and long-held rivalries are settled (amicably, of course!). Whether you’re a seasoned tactician or just curious to roll your first die, we’ve got a space for you.
Bring along your favourite games to share, or simply arrive ready to learn something new – our friendly members are always eager to teach rules and guide you through your first moves. (We promise no one will judge your opening moves… much.) From quick card games that wrap up in minutes to sprawling sagas that unfold over hours, there’s something for every play style.
We’ll have our convenient tuck shop open for snacks and drinks throughout the day. And since we’ll be here from afternoon until late, many of us bring our own food or coordinate takeaway orders. Just remember to keep those game components pristine!
To help us cover the costs of our fantastic venue, we ask for a modest contribution of £6 per person. This helps ensure we can keep running these amazing events!
What grand adventures will you embark on this Saturday?
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.
