Join us....
for a fun-filled day of games, community, and giving back! On Saturday 27th September 2025 East Herts Gamers are proud to host a special Charity Games Day in support of MIND, the mental health charity. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just curious, there's something for everyone - board games, RPGs, party games, and more - all in the name of a great cause.
Tickets £5 per person
A Fun Filled Day of Gaming
On Saturday the 27th of September we’ll be opening the doors at Leaside Church, Ware (SG12 9BG) at 2:00pm for a day of gaming fun. Expect a welcoming, friendly environment with tables packed full of board games, card games and multiple roleplaying game sessions.
Volunteers will be on hand to run games and help match players of all experience levels. Drop in for an hour or stay for the whole day - but whatever you do DON'T MISS the Epic Charity Raffle with dozens of premium prizes to be won.
Roleplaying Games
We have two rooms for roleplaying and will be running Call of Cthulhu, Daggerheart and Imperium Maledictum. With four sessions in total be sure to reserve your space at the table.
Board Games
Hosted games of Blood on the Clocktower, Cthulhu Death May Die and Ticket to Ride will run throughout the day.
Card Games
Learn to play Trading Card Game Disney's Lorcana
Open Gaming
There are over a dozen tables available for use, bring your own games and host a session or join in with others.
Bake Sale
Home made cakes and biscuits and will be available for purchase throughout the day.
Epic Charity Raffle
You do not want to miss this! At 6pm we'll be a running raffle featuring more than 50 premium prizes. Tickets are £2 per strip, 3 strips for £5.
Schedule
2:00pm
Doors Open
Afternoon Sessions
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Open Gaming
Main Hall
2:30pm - 6:00pm
Blood on the Clock Tower - Bad Moon Rising
Storyteller: Cat Pullinger
The Vestibule | 10 Players
2:30pm - 6:00pm
Daggerheart
Games Master: Chris Cassell
Isabel Adams Room A | 6 Players
2:30pm - 6:00pm
Call of Cthulhu
Keeper: Steve Hayes
Isabel Adams Room B | 6 Players
2:30pm - 6:00pm
Cthulhu: Death May Die
Run by: Jimmy May
Main Hall | 5 Players
6:00pm - 6:30pm
Charity Raffle
Main Hall
Evening Sessions
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Open Gaming
Main Hall
6:30pm - 10:00pm
Blood on the Clock Tower - Bad Moon Rising
Storyteller: Cat Pullinger
The Vestibule | 10 Players
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Imperium Maledictum
Games Master: Chris Cassell
Isabel Adams Room A | 6 Players
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Call of Cthulhu
Keeper: Steve Hayes
Isabel Adams Room B | 6 Players
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Cthulhu: Death May Die
Run by: Jimmy May
Main Hall | 5 Players
10:00 pm
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Featured Games
Join our Games Masters and Storytellers who will be hosting the below games throughout the day. Once you have purchased a ticket you will be sent a link view the available slots. Be quick, places at each table are limited. The price of entry does not guarantee a seat at a hosted games table.
Call of Cthulhu
Roleplaying Game
A horror roleplaying game inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft, where investigators uncover dark secrets, battle cosmic horrors, and struggle to maintain their sanity. Set in the 1920s, it emphasizes mystery, atmosphere, and psychological tension over combat
Daggerheart
Roleplaying Game
A high-fantasy tabletop RPG from Critical Role’s Darrington Press, designed to be rules-light and story-driven. It focuses on character bonds, moral choices, and cinematic action using a unique dice system, aiming to appeal to both new and veteran players.
Blood on the Clocktower
Party Game
A social deduction party game for 5–20 players. Villagers try to root out demons hiding among them, but death isn’t the end—dead players still participate. With unique roles and an evolving story, it’s strategic, theatrical, and highly replayable.
Cthulhu Death May Die
Board Game
A fast-paced, cooperative board game where players portray unstable investigators battling cultists and cosmic horrors. Set in a pulpy, action-heavy take on Lovecraftian mythos, it embraces chaos as players fight to disrupt rituals and defeat elder gods—before madness consumes them.
Ticket to Ride
Board Game
A family-friendly board game where players collect train cards to build railway routes across a map of North America (or other regions). Simple to learn, it balances strategy and luck, making it a modern classic of gateway board gaming.
Imperium Maledictum
Roleplaying Game
A grimdark roleplaying game set in Warhammer 40,000’s Imperium. Players are agents of powerful factions navigating politics, conspiracies, and corruption within a decaying galactic empire. It emphasizes investigation, survival, and loyalty within a brutal, oppressive setting.
Disney Lorcana
Card Game
A collectible trading card game by Disney and Ravensburger. Players use “glimmers” of iconic Disney characters to gather lore and outmaneuver opponents. With rich artwork and accessible mechanics, it’s designed to appeal to families and TCG fans alike.
Epic Charity Raffle
Don’t miss your chance to win some amazing gaming prizes in our Charity Raffle! Generously donated by local businesses, publishers, and community members, prizes include a fantastic selection of board games, and roleplaying games.
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The draw will take place at 6pm on the day
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Tickets available throughout the day
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Payments by cash or PayPal
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£2 per strip OR 3 strips for £5
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All proceeds go directly to MIND
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Winners announced `t 6pm on the day.
Every ticket helps support better mental health services and makes a real difference. Play games, win prizes, and support a cause that matters
Special Thanks
Thank you to all of the below companies that have very generously dontated prizes for the charity raffle.
Getting There / How To Find Us
TRAIN
Ware Station
Station Road, Ware
SG12 9UT
A 7 min walk to Leaside Chuch
PARKING
There several pay and display car parks in the area
Kibes Lane North Car Park
Max 5 Hours, 2 min walk,
New Road, Ware, SG12 7BS
Long Stay, 2 min walk,
Kibes Lane, Ware, SG12 9HS
Long Stay, 5 min walk,
Ware, SG12 9HS
Long Stay, 5 min walk,
Baldock Street, Ware, SG12 9DT
Library Car Park
Max 5 Hours, 3 min walk,
Burgage Lane, Ware, SG12 9AD
Local Amenities
With a full day of gaming we've listed some local shops and cafes should you need to fuel your gaming sessions.
Sainsbury’s Local, Star Street, Ware, SG12 9BX
Tesco Superstore, 5-6 West Street, Ware, SG12 9EE
Subway, 74 High Street, Ware, SG12 9AT
Simmons Bakers, 40 High Street, Ware, SG12 9BY
Costa Coffee, 25 High Street, Ware, SG12 9BP
Ware Coffee Lab, 84-88 High Street, Ware, SG12 9AP
Wrights Fish and Chips, 3 East Street, Ware, SG12 9HJ
Sponsors
Narrative Creative Studios is a design studio specialising in helping authors publish their work, artists showcase their talent and local business build their brands, websites and more. They kindly donated their time to design and build this website along with the branding and promotional materials for the Charity Games Day.
Magic Madhouse is the UK’s largest online Magic: The Gathering store, stocking a massive range of single cards, accessories, and sealed products. They kindly sponsored the hall hire for the Charity Games Day.
Purchase Tickets
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Fill out the below form and our admin team (Toby) will be in touch with a PayPal link for you to purchase your tickets.
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Keep an eye out for a 'Service@paypal.co.uk' email from Toby titled - 'You've got money request' - pay for your ticket.
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Upon payment you will then receive a PDF ticket directly to your email address. Please note this is not an automated process, please allow 24 hours for tickets to be sent.
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With your ticket you will receive a link to book a seat at a hosted games table (places are limited.)
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Please not that paying for entrance does not guarantee you a place at a hosted games table.
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Please print or show your ticket on the day for admission.
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If you have any questions please click here and fill out our contact form.
Terms & Conditions
Join us for a full day of tabletop fun in support of Mind, the mental health charity.
Location: Leaside Church Hall, Ware, SG12 9BG
Date & Time: Saturday 27th September, 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Entry Fee: £5 per person, under 12s free
Important Information:
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Proceeds: All profits from ticket sales will be donated to Mind (Registered Charity No. 219830).
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Purchase of a ticket does not guarantee a seat at a hosted games table.
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Supervision & Age Guidance: This is a family-friendly event, but some games may feature mature themes, violence, or horror elements. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.Parents and guardians are encouraged to check the content of games before play.
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Code of Conduct: East Herts Gamers promotes a welcoming, inclusive environment. Harassment, discrimination, or disruptive behaviour will not be tolerated.
We reserve the right to ask individuals to leave the event if their behaviour is inappropriate or unsafe.
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Personal Property: Attendees are responsible for their own belongings. East Herts Gamers and Leaside Church cannot accept liability for lost or stolen items.
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Photographs & Social Media: Photos and videos may be taken for promotional purposes. Please inform a member of the team on the day if you prefer not to appear in any media.
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Refund Policy:
As this is a charity fundraiser, all ticket sales are final. No refunds will be issued unless the event is cancelled by the organisers.