Bristol Big'Uns
Welcome to our forums. The Bristol Big'Uns are a group of people who enjoy fantasy, science fiction and historical wargames. We tend to play mostly table-top wargames but you will sometimes see CCGs, CMGs, RPGs or board games. If this sounds like a hobby you currently enjoy then why not come along. The club is based at Iron Acton, between Bristol and Yate, in the recently refurbished Parish Hall and is held Sunday evenings from 6 pm until 10 pm. There are tables and chairs available plus various sized scenic mats and terrain for table-top wargames. Please bring with you any drinks or snacks that you require.

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Club Discussion » Doing a campaign » 10/3/2024 5:23 PM

To be honest not interested in the GW stuff, been there, done that, letโ€™s move on ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ™‚.
Might be interested if it was something historical/ish, say Sharp Practice or Silver Bayonet ๐Ÿค” or possibly Moonstone or Burrows & Badgers.
I donโ€™t seem to have much time at the moment so will have to see what whatโ€™s .

Club Discussion » What epic warpath factions are we choosing? » 01/3/2024 5:52 PM

Iโ€™ll be getting the Plague as theyโ€™ve always been my favourite faction, I already have a large Deadzone collection of them ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ‘

Club Discussion » EPIC Warpath kickstarter » 18/2/2024 3:26 PM

Iโ€™ve backed at Sergeant level plus re-enforcements for the Plague of Course ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ˜ˆ.

Rob I think you can back at ยฃ1 and then just get the rules set, tokens and command dice as an upgrade if you want to use your other models ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ.
Remember though this is scaled at 10mm now 6mm ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ‘.

Club Discussion » New Year (2024) New Projects- what we looking at? » 15/1/2024 9:08 PM

So for me this year as always Iโ€™ll be playing and painting plenty of Kings of War, I now have 28 painted armies but still plenty of stuff to add to theses forces and already signed up for 10ish events.
Iโ€™d also like to dust off a few of my historical projects and get them finished and on the table, maybe even start something new ;).
And finally Iโ€™d like to continue playing Moonstone and Turnip 28 as Iโ€™ve really enjoyed getting into them last year.

Arranging Games » 23rd May Game » 12/5/2021 6:25 AM

Hi all,
As far as we know club will return on the 23rd of May and will run as it did last time we opened, no need to book tables as we should have plenty of room.
Subs wise I will check my records and contact anyone who needs to top up thereโ€™s.

Arranging Games » The return ๐Ÿคž๐Ÿ™‚. » 22/3/2021 11:58 AM

Message received today.

Dear all



I hope you are all well and are ready to try to return to some sort of normality!



We are allowed to reopen for group meetings and exercise classes from May 17th but at 50% capacity.  That means we can have up 50 people in the main hall and up to 20 in the Committee room.  Social distancing, hand sanitising and the rule of six will still apply until June 21st.



I have continued to hold your previous slots in the Parish Hall diary but would like each of you to confirm that you are intending to resume your meetings and when this is likely to be.



I know things might still change but an indication of your continued use of the Hall would be very helpful.



Many thanks



Kind regards



Meryl

Club Discussion » Getting rid of stuff » 05/1/2021 1:09 PM

As Rob said above mate if thereโ€™s anything we can do just let us know.
Would be happy to help at any event that Rob puts together.

Arranging Games » NO Club until further notice. » 14/12/2020 11:45 PM

It doesnโ€™t seem like a year Kev but as you said it must be, you have been missed.
Hereโ€™s hoping 2021 is a better year for you dude, you Certainly deserve one.

Club Discussion » Merry Christmas and Happy New Projects for 2021 » 14/12/2020 11:28 PM

Plenty of projects to keep me busy next year I think .

Going to continue on with my 6mm projects, ACW to get to Gettysburg level, ECW finish Lansdown then move on to Roundway Down plus I want to try out a bit of Colonial gaming especially now I have loads of Zulus to paint.

On the 2mm Napoleonic front would like to get at least 4 small forces plus terrain to play the 2 by 2 rules then see if I can take it up to Blucher level.

28mm wise, finish my KOW Orcโ€™s, Nightstalker and Twilight Kin armies plus my backlog of Dreadball teams.

That seems a fair bit to keep me occupied and Iโ€™m sure there will be more stuff at least started .

Arranging Games » UPDATE: Hall reopening » 14/9/2020 10:36 PM

Here is the message weโ€™ve received from the hall provider.


Hello everyone



I thought I would update you following this weeks announcements from the Government regarding Covid 19 restrictions. The advice we have received is that because the Parish Hall is regarded as a Covid secure building, following the precautions we have in place, we are able to continue with our meetings. 



Please make sure you adhere to all regulations so hopefully we can continue with our limited bookings.



Many thanks for your cooperation and continued support.



Kind regards



Meryl

Arranging Games » NO CLUB THIS SUNDAY 13th September 2020 » 11/9/2020 12:08 PM

I will no be attending club for the next 2 Sundayโ€™s as my Mrs is having to self isolate due to an outbreak at her school, she is fine and has no symptoms as am I and I am still working.
Even though I could attend I do not feel comfortable about doing so, so have made the decision to stay away.
After the issues we had last Sunday and with Dave also not able to attend we decided that we would not go ahead with this Sundayโ€™s meeting.

Cheers,Steve

Arranging Games » RE-OPENING Report » 20/7/2020 8:44 AM

Everything seemed to run smoothly, clean down went well and we were all out by 9.30pm.
Really great to see everyone in person and to roll them bones again ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ˜Ž.

Arranging Games » UPDATE: Hall reopening » 09/7/2020 7:10 PM

We will be able to use the terrain area but not the kitchen or bar.
Our terrain will be fine to use as we are only using it once a week and the C-19 virus can not live on these type of areas for more than 48hrs I think Dread said?

Arranging Games » Greetings Big 'Uns » 07/7/2020 10:25 AM

Hopefully but weโ€™re still waiting for clarification from the hall provider so we maybe pushed back a week ๐Ÿ™.

Arranging Games » Greetings Big 'Uns » 06/7/2020 10:33 PM

Hi mate,
Nice to hear your doing ok in these difficult times.
Your always welcome at the club, once a Bigun always a Bigun ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ˜Ž.
Cheers, Steve.

Arranging Games » COVID19 Discussions » 22/6/2020 11:43 AM

We need to think about how we are going to deal with money transactions on a club evening.
I think we will have to stop the tuck shop until further notice and ask people to bring their own snacks. As for sub we could ever ask people to bring the exact money and drop it into cash box  or maybe a cash transfer at the end of the month?
Thought gentlemen?

Club Discussion » Lockdown Projects? » 02/5/2020 9:42 PM

Been pretty busy myself during the lock down.Was working until Wednesday this week but now home in isolation due to cough ๐Ÿ˜ท, no other symptoms but work wasnโ€™t taking any chances.
Done plenty of painting including group sessions  with other Biguns over messenger plus some Kings of War 6mm over FaceTime with Ed all have been great fun.
Anyway Keep safe everyone.

Club Discussion » Something For the Weekend... » 22/3/2020 10:01 PM

Me and Ed had are first game of 6mm KOW over the inter webs tonight and good fun it was ๐Ÿ™‚, even though my Orcs took a hell of a beating ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ˜‚.
Chin up guys ๐Ÿ‘.

Club Discussion » Dreadball league? » 05/3/2020 12:34 PM

At the moment Iโ€™m going to hold fire on this as Iโ€™m pretty busy myself for at least the next couple of months.
May have a look at starting this later in the year if people are interested?

Arranging Games » Game tomorrow? » 15/2/2020 11:05 PM

Still free for a game of KOW or Dreadball if anyone fancies it ?

Club Discussion » Hot Tap Left Running in the Toilet - turn it off! » 11/2/2020 10:43 AM

Can we make sure that the last people to leave check this before they go, thanks.

Arranging Games » 16th & 23rd KOW games? » 08/2/2020 11:11 AM

Hi mate,
Iโ€™ve got loads of stuff you can borrow to make up the points if you like, just give me a message beforehand ๐Ÿ™‚.
Be a good chance to try out a few things before you buy ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ˜Ž.

Arranging Games » 16th & 23rd KOW games? » 01/2/2020 10:55 AM

Cool your on, can you do 1,650pts as Iโ€™m trying to get some practice in for a tournament?

Club Discussion » Dreadball league? » 30/1/2020 3:54 PM

๐Ÿ‘, thatโ€™s 3.

Club Discussion » Dreadball league? » 26/1/2020 11:17 PM

So 2 of us so far, who else?

Arranging Games » 16th & 23rd KOW games? » 26/1/2020 11:16 PM

Ace Iโ€™ll put it in my diary ๐Ÿ‘, 1650pts please as I need some practice games with my Herd ๐Ÿ˜Ž.

Arranging Games » 16th & 23rd KOW games? » 24/1/2020 10:42 AM

Looking for games of Kings of War on the above dates, anyone game?

Club Discussion » Dreadball league? » 22/1/2020 12:52 PM

So once the Kings of War campaign finishes who fancies having a crack at doing a Dreadball league.
Same type of set up as the campaign so play once a month.
So any interest chaps?

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Some questions answered:
Q: Where is the club?
A: It is at Iron Acton Parish Hall. The postcode is BS37 9UH.

Q: Is there an age limit?
A: Persons under 13 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Q: This club sounds great, how much does it cost to join?
A: There is no membership fee. The club runs a play and pay system whereby you only pay subs if you have a game.

Q: Wow! How much are subs?
A: Subs are ยฃ4.00 per night.

Q: I'd like to play but don't have any stuff. Does the club provide this?
A: No. You must bring any models, cards, board games, books, dice etc that you need. The club provides tables, chairs, various sized scenic mats and terrain for table-top wargames plus a bunch of like-minded individuals.