A Fistful of Dice
Games shop on Elm Grove in Portsmouth (Southsea) that is listed as a Warhammer stockist.
Games shop on Elm Grove in Portsmouth (Southsea) that is listed as a Warhammer stockist.
Tabletop games shop in North End, Portsmouth, with an upstairs gaming space, bookable table time and a licensed bar, the Battle City Tavern. Runs Warhammer, Blood Bowl and card game events.
Meets on Thursday evenings in the Garden Room at Cosham Community Centre, a short walk from Cosham station. Players of all ages are welcome, and the club runs teams in the Portsmouth and District Chess League and the Cole Cup.
Board game cafe and bar on Albert Road in Southsea with hundreds of games to play, table service food and drink, and purpose built tables for wargames and RPGs. Weekly nights include Dungeons at Dice (Tuesday), social gaming and KeyForge (Wednesday) and Mini Fight Club wargaming (Thursday); tables can be booked by phone or email.
Meets on Thursday evenings at the Royal British Legion Club in Portsmouth and plays in the Portsmouth and District Chess League. Players of all standards are welcome.
Independent model shop and Warhammer stockist on Kingston Road in Portsmouth.
Official Games Workshop store on Arundel Street selling Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar and hobby supplies, with gaming tables in store. Open later on Wednesdays.
Duplicate bridge every Thursday morning at Chilworth Village Hall in a friendly and welcoming setting. Visitors are welcome and the club will try to find a partner if asked in advance.
Large tabletop gaming venue and hobby store in Southampton with premium bookable gaming tables, a free hobby painting bar, cafe and licensed bar. Hosts Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar, Blood Bowl, Dropfleet Commander and Blood & Plunder tournaments plus a fortnightly Blood & Plunder club.
A friendly group playing duplicate bridge on Wednesday afternoons in the Large Hall at Lordshill Community Association. Caters for a mixed standard of players and welcomes visiting guests.
Meets on Tuesday evenings from September to May at St Denys Community Centre for ECF rated club championship games and Southampton League matches, with informal monthly Saturday meet ups at the Mitre pub in Portswood. Newcomers of all abilities are welcome; under 16s must come with an adult.
Toy shop in Hythe near Southampton that is listed as a Warhammer stockist.
Official Warhammer store on East Street in Southampton, selling Games Workshop miniatures, paints and books, with late opening on Thursdays.
Meets on Tuesday evenings at Andover Central Club, with three teams in the Southampton Chess League. Beginners and experienced players are welcome and equipment is provided.
Trading card, video game and collectables shop in the Chantry Centre, Andover, selling Pokémon TCG, Magic, Lorcana and other TCGs alongside Warhammer and board games. Buys cards and games, and holds some in-store release events.
Warhammer and collectibles shop in Andover selling new and pre-owned Games Workshop models, paints and vintage collectibles. Bookable 3ft by 3ft tables for Kill Team and 40K on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturdays, £10 per table.
Wargaming, TCG and hobby shop with a gaming venue and table hire at The Commercial Centre, Picket Piece, near Andover. Runs Warhammer 40,000 tournaments and Bolt Action play days.
Independent Toymaster toy shop in the Chantry Centre, Andover, stocking Warhammer.
Independent tabletop games shop and Warhammer stockist on Parchment Street in Winchester.
Official Warhammer store on Jewry Street in Winchester, selling Games Workshop miniatures, paints and books with gaming tables in store.
Duplicate bridge at Winchester Racquets and Fitness on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Wednesday afternoons, plus a gentle duplicate on Wednesday evenings for newer players. Welcomes everyone from complete beginners to experts.
Meets on selected Wednesday evenings from September to April at Badger Farm Community Centre, with casual games, mini tournaments and Southampton League matches. New members of all levels are welcome and the first three visits are free.
A junior chess club meeting on Sunday mornings at Badger Farm Community Centre, led by a FIDE Chess Instructor. It suits children who want to learn the game, improve their play or start entering tournaments.
Tabletop gaming shop in Salisbury with a focus on community and mental health. It runs weekly Commander, Warhammer and Dungeons & Dragons nights, plus painting sessions, an after-school club and bookable play sessions.
Long established stamp, coin and collecting accessories shop on Fisherton Street, Salisbury, which also sells trading card albums, sleeves and deck boxes.
Independent games shop and Warhammer stockist on Fisherton Street in Salisbury.
Official Games Workshop store in Salisbury city centre selling Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar and hobby supplies, with gaming tables in store. Open late on Thursdays.
First floor gaming rooms run by Comics, Games & Coffee on North Street, Chichester, open from 4pm on weekdays. Hosts the shop's ticketed card game nights, including weekly Friday Night Magic and locals for One Piece, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Riftbound and Star Wars Unlimited.
Comics, games and coffee shop on North Street in Chichester selling comics, board games, trading card games, Warhammer and other miniatures games. Its regular game nights run at the CGC Chichester Gaming Rooms at 28 North Street.
Toy shop on South Street in Chichester that is listed as a Warhammer stockist.
Gaming cafe on Coates Road in Gosport stocking Warhammer, with space to play. Open Tuesday to Sunday from midday, with late opening until 9pm.
Friendly duplicate bridge every Monday evening in Room 1 at the HEDCA community centre on Coombe Road. New members are encouraged, with or without a partner.
Comic and wargaming shop on Stoke Road in Gosport selling new and second hand comics, Warhammer, Bolt Action, Warlord Games, Airfix and trading cards including Magic, Pokémon TCG and Yu-Gi-Oh. The shop also organises the annual Gosport Comic Con.
Award-winning board game cafe, restaurant and bar in Newport on the Isle of Wight with over 1,000 games, open since 2019. It also runs roleplaying sessions, quiz nights and card game prereleases.
Family run tabletop gaming and model shop in Newport on the Isle of Wight, stocking Warhammer and hobby paints. Open Tuesday to Saturday.
Official Warhammer store on St James Street in Newport, Isle of Wight, selling Games Workshop miniatures, paints and books with gaming tables in store.
Meets on Monday evenings at Greyfriars Community Centre in Ringwood, playing in the Southampton, Dorset and Bournemouth leagues and offering casual games. Beginners and experienced league players are both welcome; contact the secretary before a first visit.
Duplicate bridge at Greyfriars Community Centre in the heart of Ringwood, with a gentle duplicate and host system on Monday afternoons and duplicate pairs on Friday evenings. New members and visitors are welcome, with lessons for beginners and improvers.
Duplicate bridge every Thursday evening in the Ann Rose Hall at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood. Visitors and prospective members are welcome, and the club runs learning sessions for beginners and improvers.
Chess by the sea every Saturday at Café de Ryde on the Esplanade, with indoor play if the weather turns. Everyone is welcome, and chess sets can be borrowed from the café at any time.
Video games shop on Ryde High Street on the Isle of Wight that is listed as a Warhammer stockist.
Casual daytime chess every Monday in the clubhouse at Ryde Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, with free parking. A relaxed session for anyone who enjoys a friendly game.
Hampshire's largest bridge club, with its own clubhouse at Maydene on Sherborne Road and face to face duplicate on five days a week. Gentle duplicate on Monday evenings and beginner and improver courses make it a good choice for newer players.
Meets on Wednesday evenings at the Basingstoke Bridge and Chess Club on Sherborne Road, with casual and competitive games for players of all abilities. A junior section for ages 5 to 15 meets before the main club during the season, and a Saturday morning junior club runs at the same venue.
Model shop on Eastleigh High Street selling model trains, Scalextric and slot cars, plastic kits and Games Workshop products. Closed Wednesdays, Sundays and bank holidays.
A friendly club meeting every Tuesday evening, all year round, in the lounge bar of Chandlers Ford Central Club, with teams in the Southampton Chess League and several internal tournaments. A junior club meets on Wednesday evenings in term time.
Match point pairs every Tuesday evening in a private room at Emsworth Sports and Social Club. A host system means anyone can turn up without a partner, and improving players are welcome.
Meets on Thursday evenings at Emsworth Sports & Social Club and plays in the Portsmouth and District Chess League.
A small club playing duplicate bridge on Friday evenings at Hayling Island Community Centre in a no fears, friendly atmosphere. Visitors and new members are welcome.
Competitive yet friendly duplicate bridge every Thursday evening at Hayling Island Community Centre. Visitors and new members are welcome after a call to the chairman.
A relaxed, social game of duplicate pairs on Wednesday evenings in Milford on Sea. Experienced and new players are welcome, and those who know the basics can be introduced to duplicate.
Duplicate bridge on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons in the clubhouse of Milford Tennis and Squash Club, overlooking the tennis courts. A friendly club welcoming new members; bring your own partner.
Meets for social chess on Tuesday evenings and Thursday afternoons at New Milton Conservative Club, and runs teams in the Bournemouth and District Chess League. Beginners, returners and league players are all welcome; the club has a smart casual dress code.
Independent toy shop on Station Road in New Milton stocking Warhammer.
Arts and crafts shop on Winton Road in Petersfield that is listed as a Warhammer stockist.
A friendly club founded in 1969, playing at Petersfield Community Centre with gentle duplicate on Monday, duplicate on Tuesday and teams once a month. Welcomes all players from complete beginners to experts, with teaching sessions for beginners and improvers.
Duplicate bridge every Friday afternoon at the Parish Hall on Castle Street, Portchester. Visitors are welcome.
Model shop on West Street in Portchester selling model railways (Hornby, Peco), Scalextric and Warhammer. Open Wednesday to Saturday.
Large games shop with four gaming rooms and over 2,200 sq ft of play space, including a dedicated War Room for wargaming. Runs events every day of the week across Magic, Pokémon TCG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Lorcana, One Piece, Star Wars Unlimited, Blood Bowl, wargames and D&D.
Duplicate pairs on Monday evenings at Beech Village Hall near Alton, usually 24 boards. Visitors are welcome by prior arrangement.
Long running wargames club near Southampton that meets every other Saturday, covering all historical periods and scales plus some board games. Your first visit is free.
A happy band of players meeting on Tuesday evenings at Awbridge Village Hall for a 24 board duplicate with electronic scoring, coffee and biscuits. Visiting pairs are always welcome.
Basingstoke gaming shop for board games, card games and miniatures that hosts ticketed events most weekends, including Magic: The Gathering prereleases.
Community interest company board game cafe with a library of over 1,000 games and game masters who can teach them. Has a bookable strategy room, a kitchen, and can arrange a DM for D&D sessions.
A friendly Thursday morning chess session at Brading Community Centre, open to all ages and abilities with boards provided and refreshments on sale. Complete beginners are welcome and there is no need to book.
Two weekly sessions at Brockenhurst Village Hall: duplicate bridge on Monday evenings and friendly, non-competitive bridge on Thursday afternoons.
A small, friendly club playing duplicate bridge on Thursday afternoons at Fryern Pavilion, with a large car park and wheelchair access. Suits players with some club experience, and visitors are welcome.
A relaxed Tuesday afternoon chess club at Cowes Library, supported by Chess in Schools and Communities. Beginners are welcome to learn from other players, and there is no need to book.
A friendly duplicate club playing on Monday afternoons at St Wilfrid's, Cowplain. An ideal first step into club bridge for players beyond complete beginner level.
Independent Warhammer stockist at The Exchange on Beaulieu Road in Dibden Purlieu, near Hythe.
Friendly, competitive duplicate bridge every Tuesday evening at St Mary's Church Hall, Everton, near Lymington. Guests and visiting players are welcome, and a host system helps single players find a game on most evenings.
Meets on Tuesday evenings at the Duke of Connaught's Own Club in Fareham, with internal tournaments at a range of time controls and teams in both the Portsmouth and Southampton leagues. Potential new members are very welcome, and a junior club meets on Saturday mornings.
Meets on Monday evenings in the clubhouse at Cody Sports & Social Club in Farnborough. Players of all ages and abilities are welcome, from beginners to seasoned league players.
Independent toy and collectables shop on Fordingbridge High Street, trading since 2009, selling pop culture collectables, toys and Warhammer.
Meets every Monday evening at Freshwater Conservative Club for relaxed, social chess. Players of all ages and abilities from across West Wight are welcome, from complete beginners to experienced players.
Hobby shop in the Meridian Centre in Havant selling Warhammer, Bolt Action and other wargames, plus trading cards. It offers gaming table hire and events.
Comics, gaming and collectibles shop in Newport hosting tabletop gaming nights, casual play, leagues and prereleases for Warhammer, Magic, Pokémon TCG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Lorcana, Star Wars Unlimited and Dragon Ball.
Duplicate bridge every Wednesday afternoon at the Genesis Centre in Locks Heath, with visitors welcome. A beginners course starts in November 2026.
Afternoon duplicate pairs on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the club rooms in St Thomas Street, with a host available. A supported Thursday morning session suits less confident players.
Friendly duplicate bridge on Tuesday afternoons at Boldre War Memorial Hall, with a game guaranteed even without a partner. A good basic standard of duplicate is expected.
Tabletop gaming space and shop in Romsey with dedicated tables for wargames, card games, roleplaying and board games. It runs draft nights, tournaments, open play and hobby nights, with table hire and memberships.
A very friendly duplicate club meeting on Thursday afternoons at St John's Church, Rowlands Castle. An ideal first step into club bridge for players beyond complete beginner level.
Toy and games shop inside the long running Raycrafts store on Selsey High Street, buying and selling vintage and collectable toys, board games, card games and models alongside stationery and craft supplies.
A weekly Tuesday chess session for over 50s at the Age Concern Cafe in Shanklin. A relaxed way to enjoy a game in good company.
Independent wargaming venue and hobby shop in Shirley with 8 full size wargaming tables, 2 skirmish tables and painting desks, plus snacks and drinks. Runs Blood Bowl league nights, painting nights, learn to play 40K sessions and an MTG Commander night, with tables bookable online.
Trading card game shop on Above Bar Street with a large gaming space and food including dumplings. Runs prereleases, drafts, casual play and league style events for Magic, Pokémon TCG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Lorcana, Flesh and Blood and Riftbound.
Model shop on Albert Road in Southsea that is listed as a Warhammer stockist.
Duplicate bridge on Tuesday afternoons at The Crofton Club in Stubbington, with refreshments at half time and free parking. Visitors are welcome.
A friendly club playing duplicate bridge on Monday and Thursday afternoons at Sway Village Hall. Visitors are always welcome.
Duplicate bridge on Monday and Wednesday evenings at Titchfield Community Centre, with a programme of club cups and team events. Visitors are welcome.
Friday afternoon bridge at St Margaret's Hall in Ventnor. New members and visitors are welcome with a partner.
A friendly club for social duplicate bridge at Sacred Heart Church in Waterlooville on Tuesday evenings and Friday afternoons. Players of all abilities, visitors and new members are welcome.
Face to face duplicate bridge every Wednesday afternoon at the Community Hall in Yarmouth. New members are welcome with a partner.
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