Britcon Competitor Information
The competition is organised and administered by the British Historical Games Society. Players may enter one of several periods and should indicate their preference when purchasing their ticket. Entry does not include accommodation - see venue information for more details on accommodation.
The cost for entry into the competitions is set out on the booking form below, and is per entrant. Some events are priced differently due to smaller table sizes required, or as "introductory offers" as part of the BHGS' efforts to encourage new players and periods to join in the Britcon experience. Juniors (Under 18) can gain half-price entry in all periods by entering the discount code BHGSUNDER18
The cost for entry into the competitions is set out on the booking form below, and is per entrant. Some events are priced differently due to smaller table sizes required, or as "introductory offers" as part of the BHGS' efforts to encourage new players and periods to join in the Britcon experience. Juniors (Under 18) can gain half-price entry in all periods by entering the discount code BHGSUNDER18
GENERAL ENTRY CONDITIONS
Admission to any BHGS tournament is at the sole discretion of the organisers and their decision on all matters is final. If any entrant breaches these rules, commits a criminal offence, causes disruption during the competition (including to public, traders or staff at the venue) or causes or threatens to cause damage to property at the venue the BHGS’s representative on the day will be entitled in his or her absolute discretion to require that player to leave the competition and the venue immediately, without any refund. In such cases we are likely also to refuse entry to future events
The booking form includes an option to "opt-in" to our email list. We generally send out only a dozen or so emails each year to inform list members about upcoming gaming events. Information you provide when booking (i.e. which ruleset you enter) will be retained so we can send you even fewer emails (i.e. we occasionally send emails promoting ruleset-specific competitions only to people who have played those sets at one of our previous events). You can unsubscribe or change your preferences at any time via our website.
Admission to any BHGS tournament is at the sole discretion of the organisers and their decision on all matters is final. If any entrant breaches these rules, commits a criminal offence, causes disruption during the competition (including to public, traders or staff at the venue) or causes or threatens to cause damage to property at the venue the BHGS’s representative on the day will be entitled in his or her absolute discretion to require that player to leave the competition and the venue immediately, without any refund. In such cases we are likely also to refuse entry to future events
The booking form includes an option to "opt-in" to our email list. We generally send out only a dozen or so emails each year to inform list members about upcoming gaming events. Information you provide when booking (i.e. which ruleset you enter) will be retained so we can send you even fewer emails (i.e. we occasionally send emails promoting ruleset-specific competitions only to people who have played those sets at one of our previous events). You can unsubscribe or change your preferences at any time via our website.
To book, select the ticket(s) you wish to purchase and then click the "Order Now" button at the bottom of this booking form to be taken to the payment page.
Please ensure the full name (not nickname) of each player is entered. Also ensure that the correct e-mail address for that player is included so we can contact you if there are any changes or updates for your specific period - or, heaven forbid, you send in an incorrect list.....
Those competitors willing to float between periods should contact the organisers here.
Prizes
We will be offering the traditional mix of trophies and period specific prizes provided by some of our traders.
JUNIOR COMPETITORS/CONCESSIONS
In order to encourage our junior players to become more involved in tournament play the BHGS has adopted a policy of 50% discounted entry for all 18 year olds and under who are taking part in an historical period. If under 16 years of age they must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Juniors (Under 18) can gain half-price entry in all periods by entering the discount code BHGSUNDER18 on the online booking form after selecting your period.
PERIOD CANCELLATION:
In the event that there are insufficient players to make your chosen period viable (normally fewer than 6 players), you will be offered the option to switch to another period or a full refund.
COMPETITION REGISTRATION:
The Britcon registration desk will be situated in the Organising BUnker at the back of the main Barnes Wallis room (where the traders are located) . Players arriving on Friday night should register for the competitions no later than 8pm on Friday evening. At registration you will be allocated your delegate number and badge, which you should wear at all times.
FIRST ROUND DRAW:
The first round draw at Britcon is usually done using a rolling start procedure for all periods. At 1800 hours on the Friday night the draw will be opened and all players who are ready to play at that point will be asked to put their names into the draw. These names will then be matched and once you are allocated an opponent and a table your game can commence. You must then proceed immediately to your table. Some events run shorter, lower points format games on Friday, so you may get to play several rounds if you so wish.
If you are not ready to play at 1800 hours do not put your name in the draw. Wait until you are ready and then add your name. You must start the first round game by 2100 hours at the absolute latest.
First round games must all be completed by11:30. This means that in some periods these games could in theory last up to 6 hours.
THE WARGAMERS BAR(S):
The Barnes Wallis Bar adjacent to the gaming area in the Barnes Wallis Room will be available from 1100 hours on Friday & Saturday. There will be no bar / alcohol service on Sunday, however teas and coffees will be available.
PLEASE NOTE: Bringing your own snacks/refreshments into the gaming areas is not permitted.
THE WARGAMERS FEEDING STATIONS
Breakfast
Breakfasts will be available either on a voucher based system (for those of you in some of the University accommodation) or cash basis in the venue. The breakfast offered is a "breakfast bap".
Lunch
In order to meet player demand the catering team have agreed to make food available for longer on a more wargamer friendly basis both in price and in content.
Dinner
We have made no specific arrangement for dinner, believing that players may want to sample the culinary and other delights available in Manchester.
Those competitors willing to float between periods should contact the organisers here.
Prizes
We will be offering the traditional mix of trophies and period specific prizes provided by some of our traders.
JUNIOR COMPETITORS/CONCESSIONS
In order to encourage our junior players to become more involved in tournament play the BHGS has adopted a policy of 50% discounted entry for all 18 year olds and under who are taking part in an historical period. If under 16 years of age they must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Juniors (Under 18) can gain half-price entry in all periods by entering the discount code BHGSUNDER18 on the online booking form after selecting your period.
PERIOD CANCELLATION:
In the event that there are insufficient players to make your chosen period viable (normally fewer than 6 players), you will be offered the option to switch to another period or a full refund.
COMPETITION REGISTRATION:
The Britcon registration desk will be situated in the Organising BUnker at the back of the main Barnes Wallis room (where the traders are located) . Players arriving on Friday night should register for the competitions no later than 8pm on Friday evening. At registration you will be allocated your delegate number and badge, which you should wear at all times.
FIRST ROUND DRAW:
The first round draw at Britcon is usually done using a rolling start procedure for all periods. At 1800 hours on the Friday night the draw will be opened and all players who are ready to play at that point will be asked to put their names into the draw. These names will then be matched and once you are allocated an opponent and a table your game can commence. You must then proceed immediately to your table. Some events run shorter, lower points format games on Friday, so you may get to play several rounds if you so wish.
If you are not ready to play at 1800 hours do not put your name in the draw. Wait until you are ready and then add your name. You must start the first round game by 2100 hours at the absolute latest.
First round games must all be completed by11:30. This means that in some periods these games could in theory last up to 6 hours.
THE WARGAMERS BAR(S):
The Barnes Wallis Bar adjacent to the gaming area in the Barnes Wallis Room will be available from 1100 hours on Friday & Saturday. There will be no bar / alcohol service on Sunday, however teas and coffees will be available.
PLEASE NOTE: Bringing your own snacks/refreshments into the gaming areas is not permitted.
THE WARGAMERS FEEDING STATIONS
Breakfast
Breakfasts will be available either on a voucher based system (for those of you in some of the University accommodation) or cash basis in the venue. The breakfast offered is a "breakfast bap".
Lunch
In order to meet player demand the catering team have agreed to make food available for longer on a more wargamer friendly basis both in price and in content.
Dinner
We have made no specific arrangement for dinner, believing that players may want to sample the culinary and other delights available in Manchester.
