The Britcon Trade Show 2022
The Britcon Trade show will be open to the public from 10am-5pm on Saturday 13th August and 10-2pm on Sunday 14th August
The show takes place in the Newton Forum Atrium of the Nottingham City Campus conference and event centre, in the very heart of UK's Wargaming Capital, Nottingham. For sat navs and route planners the postcode for the front of the venue is: 10 Goldsmith St, Nottingham NG1 4BU
The venue is on the Nottingham Tram and Bus network at the Nottingham Trent University tram stop The nearest car park is on Talbot Street, Nottingham NG1 5GG, which is 2 minutes walk from either the venue. Nottingham Mainline Station is a 15 minute walk from Nottingham City Campus.
The show takes place in the Newton Forum Atrium of the Nottingham City Campus conference and event centre, in the very heart of UK's Wargaming Capital, Nottingham. For sat navs and route planners the postcode for the front of the venue is: 10 Goldsmith St, Nottingham NG1 4BU
The venue is on the Nottingham Tram and Bus network at the Nottingham Trent University tram stop The nearest car park is on Talbot Street, Nottingham NG1 5GG, which is 2 minutes walk from either the venue. Nottingham Mainline Station is a 15 minute walk from Nottingham City Campus.
If you are interested in exhibiting or staging a demo game, please contact the BHGS
Entry to the Britcon Trade show is free - you can however register in advance and will receive extra information from participating traders about show offers and launches.
Confirmed Exhibitors & Demo Games (as of Feb 2022)
ABC Brushes We are an outsourcer and re-seller of brushes designed mainly for Model Painters. Dealing with great companies and sourcing best products, factory seconds and discontinued lines, our aim is to give you incredible value for money.
Come and see us at Britcon on Saturday and pick up all of the brushes you are ever likely to need, at great prices!
Ancient & Modern / Donnington Miniatures
A&M has gained a strong following for their Donnington ’New Era’ ranges; an ever evolving collection of high quality 15mm metal miniatures for the Ancient/Medieval periods. Each range offers a comprehensive choice of troop types for which most have variants. Current releases include: 100 Years War, Wars of the Roses, Swiss, Burgundians, Low Countries, Feudal Period (Europe, the Crusades, Arabs, Muslims and Andalusians), Anglo-Saxons/Danes, Normans, Vikings, Norse Irish, Rus, and some Asiatic Horsemen. To finish your army there’s an excellent selection of camp and baggage models as well as ‘Battleflags’, a fully researched collection of flag sheets that will really bring your army to life.
The much loved Donnington 'Original' ranges will also be on display as will be the full range of figures and models from Xyston Miniatures. To complete A&M’s offering, they provide a painting service of some repute. Just as a number of players taking part in the competitions have done already..... give them an army list and they’ll do the rest..... and don’t forget to order your Baggage Camp too!
Stock is limited at Britcon, so to avoid disappointment, why not pre-order your miniatures via A&M’s eShop for collection at the event.
Chesterfield Open Gaming Society
The COGS group will be staging a huge demo game at Britcon using the popular In His Majesty's Name rules
Christopher Morris Books
All titles are discounted by at least 20% and the Osprey Campaign Series, which are usually £14-99 each, will be £11-99 each or £10 each if you buy two or more.
If you would like to order any titles to be collected at the show then please contact me at christophermorrisbooks@gmail.com
The Colour Forge 'Supplying hobby products for the tabletop gaming and model making industry'
'In 2020 The Colour Forge was born with one simple objective; to supply high quality hobby products. We source, manufacture and supply products for use across the entire industry, even for the most obscure projects! We only supply products we use ourselves for our own projects, models and armies. If it doesn’t live on our work bench, it doesn’t make it into our range.
As a company we pride ourselves on being open, honest and trustworthy. We don’t cut corners, our product quality is checked and maintained throughout the entire supply chain.
DAK Attack!
Dave Lanchester Books
Dave Thomas Dave Thomas and his team are a regular feature at many UK wargaming shows, stocking a huge range of mostly 28mm figures from companies such as Perry Miniatures, Fireforge, Gripping Beast and Conquest plastics.
Contact Dave by email for advance orders or to reserve stock for collection at the show.
Dead Mans Hand (demo game)
Great Escape Games will be running demo games of their popular cowboy-themed skirmish game Dead Mans hand from a demo table in front of their stand at the show.
Fenland Miniatures Fenland is a new, cottage business that sells 3D printed figures produced on a print on demand basis. Current ranges include Caballero 28mm, 10mm Polish Lightning, Warmaster bases and lipped bases. Fenland Miniatures uses eco-conscious plant based resin which is less toxic and better for the planet than traditional resin.
Forged in Battle
Extensive 15mm Ancients range sold under the War & Empire brand and produced in high quality pewter covering Ancients and Dark Ages, as well as a large 15mm WWII range of high quality pewter infantry and resin tanks. 1/3000th Scale battle ready pewter ships.
Great Escape Games
Web: https:/www.greatescapegames.co.uk/
Publisher and manufacturer of Dead Man's Hand, The Chicago Way, Iron Cross, Seven Days to the River Rhine, Sword & Spear.
Stockist of a wide range of 28mm WWII figures inc. Hungarians, Danes, Romanians; Gamer's Grass tufts; AK Interactive; Army Painter and more.
Hayland Games & Terrain
Hayland Terrain Sells and Designs 3D Models for 3D Printing Fantasy, Sci-fi, Modern, Wasteland Terrain and Miniatures.
We also have a range of Metal and Resin Miniatures and a Full Gaslands Range!
Instant Armies & Veteran Miniatures
New and 2nd hand figures, most scales and periods. Painted and unpainted. 50,000 figures always in stock. Buildings, terrain and a selection of books and magazines. A comprehensive range of flags in 15mm & 25mm. Official stockist of Flames of War range. Painting service available
Irongate Scenery
Offering high quality 3D printed figures and terrain from a wide range of different designers, including Asgard Rising, Caballero Miniatures (Reconquista ranges), Fat Dragon figures and scenery, Iron Gate Scenics, M3DM, STL Miniatures Stone Axe Miniatures & Scenery, Txarli Factory, plus Deep Cut's range of dice trays.
Kore Gaming
Web: https://kore.ecwid.com/kore.ecwid.com/
Email : jordan@irongatescenery.co.uk
We make a range of vehicles in 15mm & 28mm and also have a 15mm sci fi game in the works (which will be demo'ed at Britcon!). We are also now the owners of the White Dragon range of highly detailed modern-era polyurethane resin models, all of which are 3D designed and printed.
Mighty Lancer Games
Are you a gamer, a miniatures painter, a parent wishing to get their child into the marvellous world of role play imagination or a long lost adventurer? Then you have found the right place. We aim to deliver the products you need and love, with great customer service at competitive and affordable prices.
From X-Wing to Catan, Bolt Action to Reaper Miniatures, Magic the Gathering to Blood Bowl we have it all and everything in between. If there is something you would like and you can't see it on the site, contact us and we will do our very best to help.
Sheppey Models
Second Thunder
Carl from Second Thunder produces the acclaimed Open Combat skirmish ruleset, and has a host of new concepts in the pipeline too. He says:
"One of my favourite parts of being a rules author is meeting you guys, the players of Open Combat, chatting to players is one of the most rewarding parts of writing and publishing rules. Hearing what people are doing with the game, answering questions and listening to suggestions all go to help feed the creative machine perpetually whirring away at the back of my mind. The same goes for all the new people I meet at shows too whether it’s simply interested observers who want to have a chat about what I’m doing or painters/terrain makers just wanting a short chat about the hobby in general, it all feeds into the hobby brain for later digestion. So please come along and say "hi" and anjoy a quick introduction to Open Combat at this year;s Britcon !"
Skeleton Games and Terrain
Skeleton are a terrain commission company and seller of 3d printable files for Miniatures and terrain, and will be exhibiting for the first time anywhere at Britcon 2022!
Templar Wargames
We believe that everyone has the ability to be creative, as long as they let themselves be. At Templar Wargames, we’re committed to delivering the best experience for our customers - the best prices, the best service and the best selection. We strive to give our customers all of the options to let their creativity run wild. Whatever vision you have in mind, bring it to life with the high-quality supplies available at our Model Store.
Visit Templar Wargames for all your needs. From low-budget materials to the best quality in the industry, we have it all! If there’s a specific product you can’t find, don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’re always happy to make custom orders for our valued clients.
The Pit
The Pit are a friendly gaming store selling the games we love to play and the toys we love to collect. For full details see our website or ebay store
The Assault Group (TAG)
TAG is the home of quality 28mm miniatures. We are an Internet based, 28mm sized, white-metal, historical wargames, miniature manufacturer & mail-order specialist retailer. The TAG miniature range breaks down into 6 basic parts, and although a couple of these, the Modern and the Vietnam ranges, do butt up-to one another, it is perhaps best to consider all the parts separately.
Tangent Miniatures
Based in the heart of the wargames 'lead belt' in Nottinghamshire UK, we produce an eclectic range of 28mm scale miniatures for use across a wide range of tabletop games. We love comics, films, television and popular culture and many of our figures are inspired by our favourite screen and literary characters.
Our miniatures are 3D sculpted and traditionally cast in metal. Ranges include Tangent Space, Law, Dystopia and 'Ahistorical' and are expanding all the time. In addition to producing our own ranges we also sell the excellent range of Rogue Miniatures (in association with Minifigs).
We partner with a number of 3D design companies to offer both metal and print on demand versions of their wargaming miniatures and models. We currently hold the licenses to produce physical models from the EC3D Novus Landing science fiction range as well the amazing line of miniatures and terrain from Powersword Miniatures.
We also aim to produce our first rulebook, 'Dystopia City', using Kickstarter for crowd funding and adding a whole new set of miniatures, during April 2022
All of our miniatures and models are sold unpainted and may require some assembly. Please visit our shop section to see the full range and remember to check back regularly for new releases. You can also connect with us on social media.
Too Fat Lardies TooFatLardies, the vibrant wargames development partnership that produces an ever growing range of rule sets for what we think are discerning wargamers. The emphasis with any of our rule sets is on replicating the real core issues for each of our periods. The emphasis is on what Clausewitz described as “friction” on the battlefield, along side the stresses and pressure of command.
The rules we produce reflect the periods that we ourselves game, and are consequently the product of our own enthusiasm. We hope that you will enjoy them too. Just click on the links at the top of the page to find what you are looking for in the wonderful world of Lard.
Voidscar Miniatures Void Scar Miniatures produces 1/100 scale high quality sci-fi miniatures and an accompanying range of free-to-download rules. Inspired by realistic military concepts with a 'near-to-medium' futuristic feel, the range Void Scar Miniatures provides is truly unique and eye-catching.
Come and see us at Britcon on Saturday and pick up all of the brushes you are ever likely to need, at great prices!
Ancient & Modern / Donnington Miniatures
- Lodge Cottage, Toll bar, Llangybi, Usk NP15 1PG
- Web and eShop : www.ancient-modern.co.uk
- Email : info@ancient-modern.co.uk
- Ph: 01633 450 686
A&M has gained a strong following for their Donnington ’New Era’ ranges; an ever evolving collection of high quality 15mm metal miniatures for the Ancient/Medieval periods. Each range offers a comprehensive choice of troop types for which most have variants. Current releases include: 100 Years War, Wars of the Roses, Swiss, Burgundians, Low Countries, Feudal Period (Europe, the Crusades, Arabs, Muslims and Andalusians), Anglo-Saxons/Danes, Normans, Vikings, Norse Irish, Rus, and some Asiatic Horsemen. To finish your army there’s an excellent selection of camp and baggage models as well as ‘Battleflags’, a fully researched collection of flag sheets that will really bring your army to life.
The much loved Donnington 'Original' ranges will also be on display as will be the full range of figures and models from Xyston Miniatures. To complete A&M’s offering, they provide a painting service of some repute. Just as a number of players taking part in the competitions have done already..... give them an army list and they’ll do the rest..... and don’t forget to order your Baggage Camp too!
Stock is limited at Britcon, so to avoid disappointment, why not pre-order your miniatures via A&M’s eShop for collection at the event.
Chesterfield Open Gaming Society
The COGS group will be staging a huge demo game at Britcon using the popular In His Majesty's Name rules
Christopher Morris Books
- email : christophermorrisbooks@gmail.com
All titles are discounted by at least 20% and the Osprey Campaign Series, which are usually £14-99 each, will be £11-99 each or £10 each if you buy two or more.
If you would like to order any titles to be collected at the show then please contact me at christophermorrisbooks@gmail.com
The Colour Forge 'Supplying hobby products for the tabletop gaming and model making industry'
'In 2020 The Colour Forge was born with one simple objective; to supply high quality hobby products. We source, manufacture and supply products for use across the entire industry, even for the most obscure projects! We only supply products we use ourselves for our own projects, models and armies. If it doesn’t live on our work bench, it doesn’t make it into our range.
As a company we pride ourselves on being open, honest and trustworthy. We don’t cut corners, our product quality is checked and maintained throughout the entire supply chain.
DAK Attack!
- Web: https://dakattackgame.blogspot.com/dakattackgame.blogspot.com/
Dave Lanchester Books
- Web: LandLSoc@aol.com
Dave Thomas Dave Thomas and his team are a regular feature at many UK wargaming shows, stocking a huge range of mostly 28mm figures from companies such as Perry Miniatures, Fireforge, Gripping Beast and Conquest plastics.
Contact Dave by email for advance orders or to reserve stock for collection at the show.
Dead Mans Hand (demo game)
Great Escape Games will be running demo games of their popular cowboy-themed skirmish game Dead Mans hand from a demo table in front of their stand at the show.
Fenland Miniatures Fenland is a new, cottage business that sells 3D printed figures produced on a print on demand basis. Current ranges include Caballero 28mm, 10mm Polish Lightning, Warmaster bases and lipped bases. Fenland Miniatures uses eco-conscious plant based resin which is less toxic and better for the planet than traditional resin.
Forged in Battle
Extensive 15mm Ancients range sold under the War & Empire brand and produced in high quality pewter covering Ancients and Dark Ages, as well as a large 15mm WWII range of high quality pewter infantry and resin tanks. 1/3000th Scale battle ready pewter ships.
Great Escape Games
Web: https:/www.greatescapegames.co.uk/
Publisher and manufacturer of Dead Man's Hand, The Chicago Way, Iron Cross, Seven Days to the River Rhine, Sword & Spear.
Stockist of a wide range of 28mm WWII figures inc. Hungarians, Danes, Romanians; Gamer's Grass tufts; AK Interactive; Army Painter and more.
Hayland Games & Terrain
- Web: haylandterrain.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HaylandTerrain/
Hayland Terrain Sells and Designs 3D Models for 3D Printing Fantasy, Sci-fi, Modern, Wasteland Terrain and Miniatures.
We also have a range of Metal and Resin Miniatures and a Full Gaslands Range!
Instant Armies & Veteran Miniatures
- Wayne Ph: 07758 451853 web: princeyriel@aol.com
- Dene Ph: 01283 214891 web: denegreen64@gmail.com
New and 2nd hand figures, most scales and periods. Painted and unpainted. 50,000 figures always in stock. Buildings, terrain and a selection of books and magazines. A comprehensive range of flags in 15mm & 25mm. Official stockist of Flames of War range. Painting service available
Irongate Scenery
- Web: https://irongatescenery.co.uk/
- Email : jordan@irongatescenery.co.uk
Offering high quality 3D printed figures and terrain from a wide range of different designers, including Asgard Rising, Caballero Miniatures (Reconquista ranges), Fat Dragon figures and scenery, Iron Gate Scenics, M3DM, STL Miniatures Stone Axe Miniatures & Scenery, Txarli Factory, plus Deep Cut's range of dice trays.
Kore Gaming
Web: https://kore.ecwid.com/kore.ecwid.com/
Email : jordan@irongatescenery.co.uk
We make a range of vehicles in 15mm & 28mm and also have a 15mm sci fi game in the works (which will be demo'ed at Britcon!). We are also now the owners of the White Dragon range of highly detailed modern-era polyurethane resin models, all of which are 3D designed and printed.
Mighty Lancer Games
- Web: www.mightylancergames.co.uk/
- Shop : 39-43 King Street, Bridlington, East Yorkshire YO15 2DN
Are you a gamer, a miniatures painter, a parent wishing to get their child into the marvellous world of role play imagination or a long lost adventurer? Then you have found the right place. We aim to deliver the products you need and love, with great customer service at competitive and affordable prices.
From X-Wing to Catan, Bolt Action to Reaper Miniatures, Magic the Gathering to Blood Bowl we have it all and everything in between. If there is something you would like and you can't see it on the site, contact us and we will do our very best to help.
Sheppey Models
- 174 St Georges Avenue, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 1ET
- Ph: 07747 038716
Second Thunder
Carl from Second Thunder produces the acclaimed Open Combat skirmish ruleset, and has a host of new concepts in the pipeline too. He says:
"One of my favourite parts of being a rules author is meeting you guys, the players of Open Combat, chatting to players is one of the most rewarding parts of writing and publishing rules. Hearing what people are doing with the game, answering questions and listening to suggestions all go to help feed the creative machine perpetually whirring away at the back of my mind. The same goes for all the new people I meet at shows too whether it’s simply interested observers who want to have a chat about what I’m doing or painters/terrain makers just wanting a short chat about the hobby in general, it all feeds into the hobby brain for later digestion. So please come along and say "hi" and anjoy a quick introduction to Open Combat at this year;s Britcon !"
Skeleton Games and Terrain
Skeleton are a terrain commission company and seller of 3d printable files for Miniatures and terrain, and will be exhibiting for the first time anywhere at Britcon 2022!
Templar Wargames
- Web: www.templarwargames.com/
We believe that everyone has the ability to be creative, as long as they let themselves be. At Templar Wargames, we’re committed to delivering the best experience for our customers - the best prices, the best service and the best selection. We strive to give our customers all of the options to let their creativity run wild. Whatever vision you have in mind, bring it to life with the high-quality supplies available at our Model Store.
Visit Templar Wargames for all your needs. From low-budget materials to the best quality in the industry, we have it all! If there’s a specific product you can’t find, don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’re always happy to make custom orders for our valued clients.
The Pit
- 7 Ebbw Vale Road, lrthlingborough, Wellingborough,
Northampton, NN9 5PG - Web: https://www.thepitgamingshop.co.uk/
The Pit are a friendly gaming store selling the games we love to play and the toys we love to collect. For full details see our website or ebay store
The Assault Group (TAG)
TAG is the home of quality 28mm miniatures. We are an Internet based, 28mm sized, white-metal, historical wargames, miniature manufacturer & mail-order specialist retailer. The TAG miniature range breaks down into 6 basic parts, and although a couple of these, the Modern and the Vietnam ranges, do butt up-to one another, it is perhaps best to consider all the parts separately.
- The Ultra Modern range
- Up Country
- World War Two
- The Renaissance
- Medieval Asia
- Fantasy
Tangent Miniatures
Based in the heart of the wargames 'lead belt' in Nottinghamshire UK, we produce an eclectic range of 28mm scale miniatures for use across a wide range of tabletop games. We love comics, films, television and popular culture and many of our figures are inspired by our favourite screen and literary characters.
Our miniatures are 3D sculpted and traditionally cast in metal. Ranges include Tangent Space, Law, Dystopia and 'Ahistorical' and are expanding all the time. In addition to producing our own ranges we also sell the excellent range of Rogue Miniatures (in association with Minifigs).
We partner with a number of 3D design companies to offer both metal and print on demand versions of their wargaming miniatures and models. We currently hold the licenses to produce physical models from the EC3D Novus Landing science fiction range as well the amazing line of miniatures and terrain from Powersword Miniatures.
We also aim to produce our first rulebook, 'Dystopia City', using Kickstarter for crowd funding and adding a whole new set of miniatures, during April 2022
All of our miniatures and models are sold unpainted and may require some assembly. Please visit our shop section to see the full range and remember to check back regularly for new releases. You can also connect with us on social media.
Too Fat Lardies TooFatLardies, the vibrant wargames development partnership that produces an ever growing range of rule sets for what we think are discerning wargamers. The emphasis with any of our rule sets is on replicating the real core issues for each of our periods. The emphasis is on what Clausewitz described as “friction” on the battlefield, along side the stresses and pressure of command.
The rules we produce reflect the periods that we ourselves game, and are consequently the product of our own enthusiasm. We hope that you will enjoy them too. Just click on the links at the top of the page to find what you are looking for in the wonderful world of Lard.
Voidscar Miniatures Void Scar Miniatures produces 1/100 scale high quality sci-fi miniatures and an accompanying range of free-to-download rules. Inspired by realistic military concepts with a 'near-to-medium' futuristic feel, the range Void Scar Miniatures provides is truly unique and eye-catching.
Warlord Games
- Web: www.warlordgames.com
- T04/T10 Technology Wing, The Howitt Building, Lenton Business Centre, Lenton Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7 2BD
- Ph: 0115 978 420
Warlord Games are one of the pioneers of the new multipart plastic 28mm figures (with some metals as well to flesh out their ranges), with ranges and rulesets for Ancients, Pike and Shotte, Black Powder, and WW2 with the innovative Bolt Action range and ruleset. Warlord Games will be supporting the Bolt Action tournament at this year's Britcon, and will be running demo games of their other rulesets as well. Look out for special Britcon offers in the run up to this year's show.
Warpaint FiguresWe are a family business providing quality hand made terrain systems for gamers and Wargamers.
Our popular modular Jungle, Desert, Bamboo Jungle and Naval terrain systems provide the best flexible and great looking wargames tables. Great for systems such as Warhammer 40K, AOS, Bolt Action and more.
We supply a large range of self-adhesive grass tufts and basing products, including 2mm flowers and our flagship Four Seasons packs. We also provide a commission terrain service for that special piece you want. Look out for our T-shirts, Mugs and gifts available to order on the day !
We will have plenty of offers as well as unique one off pieces for gamers.
Pre-orders for collection are welcome with code – ‘COLLECT BRITCON’.
West Wind Productions
Web: http://www.westwindproductions.co.uk/
West Wind will be at Britcon with all of their 28mm ranges, including Berlin or Bust 28mm WWII Infantry and Tanks, Empire of the Dead 28mm Steampunk, Gothic Horror miniatures and vehicles and Vampire Wars 28mm Gothic Horror.
West Wind and Forged in Battle customers wishing to pre-order for collection at a Show, it is advisable to call or email West Wind on 01457 879330 or mail@westwindproductions.co.uk at least one week before the Show in question. We will ensure your orders are waiting for you at the West Wind/Forged in Battle Stand on the day.
Wings of Glory Aerodrome (Demo & Participation game)
Web: www.wingsofwar.org/
The Aerodrome are well known on the UK show circuit with their impressive demo games of the Wings of Glory aircraft combat system for WW1 and Ww2, and the Sails of Glory Napoleonic naval game too.
ere are a few photos of recent demos and participations games they have staged:
Our popular modular Jungle, Desert, Bamboo Jungle and Naval terrain systems provide the best flexible and great looking wargames tables. Great for systems such as Warhammer 40K, AOS, Bolt Action and more.
We supply a large range of self-adhesive grass tufts and basing products, including 2mm flowers and our flagship Four Seasons packs. We also provide a commission terrain service for that special piece you want. Look out for our T-shirts, Mugs and gifts available to order on the day !
We will have plenty of offers as well as unique one off pieces for gamers.
Pre-orders for collection are welcome with code – ‘COLLECT BRITCON’.
West Wind Productions
Web: http://www.westwindproductions.co.uk/
West Wind will be at Britcon with all of their 28mm ranges, including Berlin or Bust 28mm WWII Infantry and Tanks, Empire of the Dead 28mm Steampunk, Gothic Horror miniatures and vehicles and Vampire Wars 28mm Gothic Horror.
West Wind and Forged in Battle customers wishing to pre-order for collection at a Show, it is advisable to call or email West Wind on 01457 879330 or mail@westwindproductions.co.uk at least one week before the Show in question. We will ensure your orders are waiting for you at the West Wind/Forged in Battle Stand on the day.
Wings of Glory Aerodrome (Demo & Participation game)
Web: www.wingsofwar.org/
The Aerodrome are well known on the UK show circuit with their impressive demo games of the Wings of Glory aircraft combat system for WW1 and Ww2, and the Sails of Glory Napoleonic naval game too.
ere are a few photos of recent demos and participations games they have staged: