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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. 
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​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. 

For food and drink, The Coffee Pod will be open on the Upper Level (by the main entrance) from 10am – 4pm on Saturday & Sunday – this will be selling pastries, pre-packaged sandwiches and paninis with snacks, hot and cold drinks. The Wargamers Bar will be open at the back of the Trader Area in the Atrium on Friday from 6-9pm, and again on Saturday from midday to 6pm. 

You can also bring your own food and (non alocholic) drinks into the venue as well - we're right in the middle of the city, so there's loads of nearby places to grab some food just outside the venue as well 
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Confirmed Exhibitors & Demos (as of July 2022) 
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ABC Brushes 
  • web : http://www.abcbrushes.com/
​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
  • 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. Pre orders for the show can be placed directly in our eShop (must be placed by Sun 7th Aug) … select the ‘collect from Britcon’ delivery option when you checkout for post-free purchasing.

Caliver Books 
  • 40A PERCY STREET EASTWOOD,  NG16 3EP
  •  TEL  01159 382111
  • www.caliverbooks.com
Historical & Military booksellers and publishers 

GURKHA TRUST/ LOCAL HEDGEHOG RESCUE CHARITY WARGAMES  TOMBOLA

As you’ll all know if you’ve ever bought from us, Caliver Books supports  these charities. But for Britcon  we’ve decided to go a bit mad. We’ll be  running  a tombola  on  the stall. ALL prizes  are gaming based, and have been generously donated  by  Warlord Games,  Battlefront Miniatures, North Star,  Plastic Soldier Company, Helion Books  and Caliver Books. They are all worth  at last a fiver, most well over. Everyone has been so  supportive that there is a  one in five chance you’ll win something.    So come and support these worthwhile causes  and  go away with a  prize


Chesterfield Open Gaming Society 
  • https://www.c-o-g-s.org.uk/

The COGS group will be staging a huge demo game at Britcon using the popular In His Majesty's Name rules, with the author in attendance too!

​Christopher Morris Books


  • email : christophermorrisbooks@gmail.com
​I'm a Bookseller from Derbyshire and will be stocking around 500 titles on my  stand at Britcon. This will include an extensive range of Osprey books including all the latest titles as well as a large selection of wargaming books from Osprey and other publishers.

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
  • Web : https://thecolourforge.com/
'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.

Cran Tara Miniatures
  • 40A PERCY STREET EASTWOOD,  NG16 3EP
  •  TEL  01159 382111
  • www.Cranntaraminiatures.co.uk
The Best in C18th Miniatures

DAK Attack!
  • Web: https://dakattackgame.blogspot.com/​dakattackgame.blogspot.com/
A demo with the author of a new Long Range Desert Group game called DAK ATTACK. Each game will last 30 to 40 minutes and can accommodate as many as 6 players
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Dave Lanchester Books
  • Web: LandLSoc@aol.com
Dave Lanchester Books supply a range of military themed books for wargamers and collectors

Dave Thomas
  • Web: dave.thomas103@ntlworld.com
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.

Dave will also be hosting North Star Military Figures on his stand at this year's Britcon,  showcasing their figures for Oathmark, Frostgrave and Stargrave as well as carrying a limited stock of some of their many other ranges. Contact North Star for more information and to place any advance orders for collection 
  
​Dead Mans Hand (demo game) 
Due to unforseen circumstances, Great Escape Games have informed us they are no longer able to attend this year's Britcon.

Disain Studio
  • Web: http://www.disainstudio.com/​www.disainstudio.com/
I trade as Disain studio (www.disainstudio.com) providing 3d printed animals from Prehistoric period to present day with fantastical creatures added to bring some variety to games. Who doesn’t need an army riding into battle atop Giant Sloths 🦥 lol 😂 
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Fenland Miniatures
  • https://www.fenlandminiatures.co.uk/​
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

  • Web http://www.forgedinbattle.com/
 
SHOW SPONSORS : 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/

Due to unforseen circumstances, Great Escape Games have informed us they are no longer able to attend this year's Britcon.​

Gripping Beast
Web: https://www.grippingbeast.co.uk/​

Gripping Beast are organising and sponsorsing the Swordpoint tournament at this year's Britcon, as well as supporting our Saga events too. As part of that sponsorship they are offering post-free collection for orders placed on their website - simply select "Collect at Britcon" as the delivery option when purchasing, and then go and see Martin at the Swordpoint competition to pick up your GB goodies at the show

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
Unufortnately due to unforseen circumstances Mighty Lancer have informed us they are unable to attend this year, but they do plan to be back in 2023! 

Minifigs
  • 40A PERCY STREET EASTWOOD,  NG16 3EP
  •  TEL  01159 382111
  • www.miniaturefigurines.co.uk 
Minifigs & Matchlock Miniatures 

North Star Military Figures  
  • Web : https://www.northstarfigures.com/
  • Mail Order: 0115 970 4107
Dave Thomas will be hosting North Star Military Figures on his stand at this year's Britcon,  showcasing their figures for Oathmark, Frostgrave and Stargrave as well as carrying a limited stock of some of their many other ranges​.
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Contact North Star for more information and to place any advance orders for collection 

Sheppey Models 
  • Web : https://sheppeymodels.co.uk/
  • 174 St Georges Avenue, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 1ET
  • Ph: 07747 038716

Shaun at Sheppey Models can supply you with figures from Victrix, Rubicon, Perry, Artizan Designs, Crusader Miniatures, Wargames Atlantic, Army Painter, Renedra, Vallejo and Gripping Beast Plastics, as well as a wide range of fantasy and model making supplies too, including many suitable for 20-28mm gaming.

Second Thunder 
  • Web : https://www.secondthunder.com/

Second Thunder have informd us that they now unfortunately will be unable to attend Britcon this year. 
​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. We are now the Mantic representatives for all the UK shows apart from Salute and Games Expo and we will have a large range of Mantic items as well as our other stock. Our special offer is 20% off RRP of any item with a starting price of 
 £10 and up. We can take orders for Mantic with the above discount and offer free UK postage.  Also we have a small supply of Mantic Points miniatures if people wish to trade in their points with us and grab some minis and again save on postage. We are also representing Anomalia Games now also and will be bringing a display unit of theirs with a range of the Terrain Tiles HDF gaming tiles.


The Assault Group (TAG)
  • Web: https://theassaultgroup.co.uk/

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
OK, that’s what we have in a nutshell, of course do come to our stand to see the figures in the metal, or contact us with any questions you have.

Tiger Miniatures

  • ​Web: https://www.tigerminiatures.co.uk/
Tiger Miniatures 28mm white metal collectors and wargames figures. Periods include 1st /2nd Balkan wars 1912/13, Spanish American was, colonials plus many more.  See our new '' Dragon and Peacock wars'' - Qing Chinese invasion of Burma 1760's, Royal Burmese Army including war elephants, some with mounted Artillery, Cavalry and foot, with levy and tribal support v Green Standard Chinese and Elite Bannermen armies. These very colourful Qing Chinese also fought in the Opium wars and Boxer uprising against western troops.

Tangent Miniatures
  • Web : https://www.tangentminiatures.com/

 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
  • Web :https://toofatlardies.co.uk/
TooFatLardies, the vibrant wargames development partnership that produces an ever growing range of rule sets for what we think are discerning wargamers are hosting Lard Workshop on the Saturday of Britcon this year.

They won't have a trade stand as such, as they'll be busy rolling dice (and cards. And drinking ale no doubt) but will be taking advance orders to deliver to your sweaty hands at the show. Just select Britcon Delivery when ordering on their (UK) website and find them at the show in the Old Chemistry Theatre (on Saturday only). 

Voidscar Miniatures  
  • Web: http://www.voidscarminiatures.com/
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

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  • Web: www.warlordgames.com
  • Unit 1 Central Court, Finch Close, Nottingham, NG7 2NN
  • 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 Figures
  • http://www.warpaintfigures.com/
We 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/

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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.

Winterdyne Commission Modelling 
web  https://shop.winterdyne.co.uk/ 
facebook: http://www.facebook.com/winterdynecommissionmodelling/
tel: +44 0115 9879558
studio: Winterdyne Commission Modelling, F7 Kestrel Business Centre, Private Road No.2, Colwick, Nottingham, NG4 2JR.

Winterdyne Commission Modelling are producer of high quality 3d printed terrain and accessories. We are the argest producer of base adapter rings (25mm to 32mm, 32mm to 40mm etc), and a Licensed Printer for Black Scrolls Games (fantasy/historical buildings), Grimdark Terrain (Adeptus Titanicus scale scenery) and Txarli Factory (mostly sci fi items).

Based in Nottingham UK, Winterdyne Commission Modelling started out as a commercial painting outfit and has done studio work for Mantic, Anvil Industry, Spiral Arm Studios and Modiphius. We now concentrate on our 3d printing side and will be bringing limited stocks of all of our ranges. We will also be offering show-exclusive offers.

This will be our first trade show ever.. and here's some of our stuff!

Some of our previous traders and their special deals....

Original graphic design by Nobby
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