AFK Gaming
Games shop with a gaming area, selling Warhammer, trading card games and RPGs. Runs weekly card game, wargaming and Friday Night Magic evenings plus a Tuesday learn to play day.
6 regular events
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Magic: The Gathering in Exeter
Where to find Magic: The Gathering in Exeter, Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall: Friday Night Magic, Commander nights and the shops that stock Magic.
We list 18 venues where you can buy or play Magic across Exeter, Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall, in 14 towns and neighbourhoods. Between them they run 10 regular sessions, most often on Fridays and Wednesdays. Two of those are marked as beginner friendly. Twelve have tables to play on site.
Most active venues
- TM Gaming, Barnstaple 3 regular nights: Magic: The Gathering night (Mondays), Magic: The Gathering night (Wednesdays)
- Piranha Cafe, Truro 2 regular nights: MTG Commander Casuals (Thursdays), MTG Commander Casuals (Fridays)
- The Venue Plymouth, Plymouth 2 regular nights: Commander Night (Wednesdays), Friday Night Magic draft and sealed league (Fridays)
- AFK Gaming, Newton Abbot 1 regular night: Friday Night Magic (Fridays)
- Clifton Road Games, Exeter 1 regular night: Friday Night Magic (Fridays)
18 venues
Bridge Troll Hobbies
Hobby and games shop on Angel Hill selling Warhammer, Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon.
Clifton Road Games
Exeter game shop for board, card, miniatures and roleplaying games with in-store play most evenings, including Friday Night Magic, Pokémon League and Star Wars games. Evening events start at 19:00 and weekend events at 11:00.
6 regular events
Dark Star Gaming
Gaming cafe on Moon Street serving hot and cold food and drinks, with official weekly events for Pokémon, Lorcana, One Piece, Flesh and Blood, Star Wars: Unlimited and Warhammer 40,000.
10 regular events
DNA Games
Family-run games shop selling trading card games and RPGs, with bookable tables, a library of games to play and regular game nights and tournaments.
Geek Retreat Truro
Geek Retreat franchise cafe and games venue in Truro.
Happy Piranha
Geek and games shop in Truro next door to its own Piranha Cafe, where games are played and events are held.
Imperial Games
Tabletop wargaming, trading card game and board game shop with a dedicated gaming room open until 22:00 on weekdays. Tables can be booked online and the shop runs weekly tournaments and leagues.
Kirton Games
Wargames and hobby shop with the Kirton Gaming Loft, a pay to play space with plenty of gaming tables and scenery, plus a board game room. Stocks Warhammer, Star Wars miniatures games, Bolt Action, trading card games and RPGs.
Mad for Miniatures
Friendly local gaming store in St Austell Market House selling Warhammer and trading card games including Magic, Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Lorcana and One Piece.
Modular Worlds
Games shop and tavern in Wesley Yard selling board games, trading card games, wargames, paints and RPGs, with two D&D rooms, a card hall, a floor of wargaming tables and a games library.
Mystery Ninja
Shop selling anime merchandise, trading cards, toys and Japanese snacks. Runs free weekly Magic: The Gathering game nights at Liskeard Public Hall.
1 regular event
Piranha Cafe
Themed games cafe and club house in Truro with a licensed bar, board game library and nightly clubs for Pokémon, Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh, One Piece and wargaming. Evening sessions are typically £5 and most clubs are just turn up.
10 regular events
Taylored Games
Independent board game, card game and Warhammer shop at Abbots Quay in Kingsbridge.
The Collectibles Lounge
Collectables shop selling trading card games including Pokémon, Magic, Lorcana and One Piece, plus Funko Pops, figures, D&D accessories and Warhammer.
The Venue Plymouth
Gaming space and shop with open tables for board games, card games, RPGs and wargames. Runs weekly Yu-Gi-Oh!, Commander, Friday Night Magic, Warhammer and D&D Adventurers League sessions.
8 regular events
Tic Tac Tabletop
Board game and tabletop shop in Bedford Court, Tavistock, selling board games, trading card games, Warhammer and Dungeons & Dragons, with regular events advertised on its website.
TM Gaming
Tabletop gaming venue with 14 tables next to TM Gym, running Warhammer, Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh! and Star Wars game nights most evenings, plus board game and RPG days on Sundays.
9 regular events
Regular nights
The weekly line-up. Times and formats can change, so check with the venue before you travel.
Monday
From 18:00 Every Monday
Wednesday
From 18:00 Every Wednesday
Ask the venue for times Every Wednesday
Thursday
18:00 to 22:00 Every Thursday
Friday
From 18:00 Every Friday
From 18:00 Every Friday
18:00 to 21:00 Every Friday
Magic: The Gathering Game Night (Liskeard Public Hall)
Mystery Ninja, Liskeard. Casual play
Magic: The Gathering Entry: Free Beginner friendly
18:00 to 22:00 Every Friday
19:00 to 23:00 Every Friday
Friday Night Magic
Clifton Road Games, Exeter. Friday Night Magic (Booster Draft)
Magic: The Gathering
Ask the venue for times Every Friday
Friday Night Magic
AFK Gaming, Newton Abbot. Friday Night Magic
Magic: The Gathering Entry: £3 table fee or a booster pack
Common questions
Where can I play Magic in Exeter?
The venues with the most regular nights are TM Gaming in Barnstaple (3 nights), Piranha Cafe in Truro (2 nights) and The Venue Plymouth in Plymouth (2 nights). We list 18 venues in all across Exeter, Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall.
Which night of the week is busiest for Magic in Exeter?
Fridays and Wednesdays have the most regular sessions. Ten sessions run every week. The Exeter calendar shows what's on from today.
Are there beginner-friendly nights for Magic in Exeter?
Yes. Two regular nights are marked as welcoming new players, including sessions at The Venue Plymouth and Mystery Ninja. Staff at most venues are happy to teach, so mention it when you arrive.
How much does it cost to play Magic in Exeter?
One regular night is free to join. Where there's an entry fee it is usually between £3 and £5, often with prizes or store credit included. Fees change, so check with the venue before you go.