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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One thing we are missing in the club terrain is a 6' x 4' sea mat.
As cruel seas is out and Mike and I have discussed playing WW1 naval, plus we have been using green mats for sails of glory games, i thought it was time we got a proper mat.
Would we be able to get one for the club from the funds?
Nige
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Re: suggestion for club to buy
It could also be used for Trafalgar napoleonic naval and Victory at Sea WW2 rules.
Wayland Games are currently showing a 6 x 4 Deep Cut Studio Waterworld mat in stock at 5% off - £58.37.
It would be good to have one!
Mike
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Well spotted mike, I’m sure the club would go for that.
The usage the mat would get would be endless possibilities.
Could use it for seaborne landings in bolt action, ideal for US marines Vs Japs dug in like ticks on a dog. 15mm/20mm Normandy campaign games. The ancient gamers could use it for splendid roman Galleys against Greeks, Battle of Britain over the channel, cruel seas, ACW ironclads, Viking raids in saga etc etc.
A sea mat increases our appeal to new gamers as it’s something unusual to play.
At £58 that’s a snip.
Nige
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I have a load of tiny greek and roman ships somewhere, plus a number of larger vessels
I would have thought the mat would have some use
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Rob
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Hi all,
I can’t see a problem with picking a sea mat up if it’s what the member want.
The deep cut one on Wayland games looks fine but do remember that there will be a postage charge of over £6 for this item.
Cheers,Steve.
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Perhaps it can be added to a shopping list for a show if it is required?
On that subject, Penarth show is in a couple of weeks!
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Rob
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The new sea mat has arrived,will bring along on Sunday.
Cheers,Steve.
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Ta Steve,
Alan & I are playing cruel seas so will give the sea mat it’s first go.
Nige
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Thread StarterSome 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 £4.00 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.