Werewolf – Rolling Games
Various LocationsWerewolf games will be starting regularly and organically over the whole weekend, especially around campfires. You don't need to sign up for these so just come along and join in!
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Welcome Meet
ArenaThe official opening meet of the festival! Come gather on the arena to be officially welcomed and find out more about things you can expect over the weekend. Attendance isn't mandatory but is heartily recommended!
Jackbox Games
Activity CentreA range of rolling party games using the projector and your phones. Games are 6-8 players but audience participation is encouraged!
New Players & New Friends Board Gaming
Shackleton Lodge (Big Lodge)Whether you'd like to meet new friends to play with (perhaps you're attending the festival alone?) or you're brand new to board games and want to learn something new, this is the session for you! Our friendly volunteers will help find you a table of like-minded people and a game from the Strange Games Library […]
New Wherewolf with Christian Zoli
StageThe designer of Wherewolf introduces his long awaited new edition of the game, including scenarios! Followed by some demonstration games.
Campfire Storytelling with Jon
Main CampfireEver wondered how the hills were made? Where the sun goes at night? Who built that empty house on the edge of town? Let Jon show you...! Jon is a Brighton-based storyteller known for his captivating delivery and love of roots: folktales and myths that connect our history and our present, our surroundings and ourselves. […]
Daily Update
StageA morning update with the upcoming day’s news and events. Come to the arena to find out what’s happening!
Kubb & Molkky
ArenaFun outdoor 'throwing' games suitable for all ages, could be described as similar to old-fashioned Skittles, or Viking Chess! Fun in the sunshine that is suitable for mixed ages (young people must be accompanied by a parent/guardian) Each game can take 12 or more players and lasts about 30 mins so latecomers may be able […]
Nerf Wars & Outdoor Games
ArenaFun outdoor games and nerf battles Children must be accompanied by an adult
New Players & New Friends Board Gaming
Activity CentreWhether you'd like to meet new friends to play with (perhaps you're attending the festival alone?) or you're brand new to board games and want to learn something new, this is the session for you! Our friendly volunteers will help find you a table of like-minded people and a game from the Strange Games Library […]
Bring & Buy
Village SquareBuyers come between 12pm-2pm to buy goodies! (Bring cash!) Sellers come and see Sas in the Village Square with your games and your completed form between 11.30am and 12pm then return to collect your earnings/unsold games at 2pm. Go to strangegamesfestival.co.uk/bring-buy for more information about selling.
2 Rooms & a Boom
ChapelRolling 15-20 minute games within this two hour window.
New Players & New Friends Board Gaming
Activity CentreWhether you'd like to meet new friends to play with (perhaps you're attending the festival alone?) or you're brand new to board games and want to learn something new, this is the session for you! Our friendly volunteers will help find you a table of like-minded people and a game from the Strange Games Library […]
Biodiversity Game Show
StageIn this interactive show you can watch and take part in a series of games based on popular TV quiz shows: Tenable, Pointless, Only Connect, Family Fortunes, and the always popular 'Biodiversity Blockbusters'! Through the games you’ll learn about biodiversity loss, the threats many species now face, and how you can do your bit to […]
The Storymaster’s Tales
StageInteractive role-playing theatre. Adventures full of folk-lore, monsters, magic and mystery…
Light Fun – Party, Board & Card Games
Shackleton Lodge (Big Lodge)Drop in and make some friends over a range of light and fun games!
Campfire Storytelling with Jon
Main CampfireEver wondered how the hills were made? Where the sun goes at night? Who built that empty house on the edge of town? Let Jon show you...! Jon is a Brighton-based storyteller known for his captivating delivery and love of roots: folktales and myths that connect our history and our present, our surroundings and ourselves. […]
DJ Set & Disco
StageStupid Disco DJ set from Your Sound Lady (www.yoursoundlady.com) Playing whatever it is that you like amongst popular classics of the slightly weird and alternative realms. Think ska, Motown, goth, disco, etc.. defo no Ed Sheeran. To avoid disappointment get your request in to zoe@yoursoundlady.com ASAP. *NB requests must be child friendly
Daily Update
StageA morning update with the upcoming day’s news and events. Come to the arena to find out what’s happening!
Looking for a Game, Meeting Point
Village SquareLooking for a game? Turn up at the 'looking for a game' table at the north (carpark) end of the main square to meet others
Kubb & Molkky
ArenaFun outdoor 'throwing' games suitable for all ages, could be described as similar to old-fashioned Skittles, or Viking Chess! Fun in the sunshine that is suitable for mixed ages (young people must be accompanied by a parent/guardian) Each game can take 12 or more players and lasts about 30 mins so latecomers may be able […]
Nerf Wars & Outdoor Games
ArenaFun outdoor games and nerf battles Children must be accompanied by an adult
Live Music
StageLive music from Hephziwren
Craft Fair
Village SquareCraft Fair for all your beautiful wares and goodies. Sellers arrive and set up 11.30am-12pm. Buyers can buy from 12pm-2pm
Medieval Combat Showcase
ArenaAn exciting display of full contact medieval combat by Knight's Tower
The Quiz
StageOur beloved quiz, this time really focussed on BOARDGAMES! Bring a team or come along solo to join the fun
Live Music
StageLive music from Luke and from Elaine
Campfire Storytelling with Jon
Main CampfireEver wondered how the hills were made? Where the sun goes at night? Who built that empty house on the edge of town? Let Jon show you...! Jon is a Brighton-based storyteller known for his captivating delivery and love of roots: folktales and myths that connect our history and our present, our surroundings and ourselves. […]
Daily Update
StageA morning update with the upcoming day’s news and events. Come to the arena to find out what’s happening!
House Games Showdown
ArenaThe big showdown between the houses: come along and show your mettle at a combination of mental, physical and practical games.
Farewell Meet
ArenaJoin us for a recap of the best bits of the weekend, for the thrilling conclusion of the Battle of the Houses, and of course for the biggest group photo yet!