Man in a wheelchair and a happy child playing a game at To Boldly Game
National Space Centre

To Boldly Game

The National Space Centre invites you to join the team for a tabletop gaming away mission. 

  • 31st Jan - 1st Feb 2026
  • Enjoy the whole Centre
  • Weekend for fans and families
  • Board Games, and RPG
  • Paint, Play, Compete
  • Space and Science themed games
  • Championships & Challenges
  • Included with Annual Pass

Book Your Day Visit (event included)

Hachette Games demonstrating the Pac Man game at To Boldly Game
National Space Centre

Step into a universe of imagination as the National Space Centre transforms into a haven for tabletop gamers, families, and curious minds. To Boldly Game celebrates all things board gaming and roleplaying — with a cosmic twist! Discover new space-themed and STEM-inspired games, take part in epic RPG sessions, and challenge friends (or make new ones) in tournaments and open play zones.

Whether you’re a seasoned strategist, a miniature painter in the making, or a family looking for a day of discovery and fun, there’s something for everyone. Explore creative hobby spaces, meet passionate designers and players, and enjoy a full day among the rockets and stars of the National Space Centre.

Even better — if you’re an Annual Pass holder, you can join To Boldly Game at no extra cost. So grab your dice, gather your crew, and prepare to play among the stars.


Book Tickets

31 January 01 February

Exhibitors

  1. Absolute Ascendancy

    Absolute Ascendancy

    Black Metro, the first game from Absolute Ascendancy, offers players a bold sci-fi strategy experience where they battle for control of a dystopian city. Combine area control and worker placement to gather resources, research technologies, and dominate rivals to become ruler of the Black Metro.

  2. MLEM being played at To Boldly Game
    National Space Centre

    Asmodee

    Turning play into art, Asmodee connects players with unforgettable board games, card games, and RPGs. With a passion for games at their core, they collaborate with studios around the world to bring exceptional experiences to the tabletop.

  3. Atikin Games
    Atikin Games

    Atikin Games

    Atikin Games is an independent board game publisher dedicated to creating fun, accessible games and beautifully handcrafted tabletop accessories. Since launching its first title, Tri To Win, on Kickstarter in 2020, the company has successfully funded multiple games and built a growing range of unique, lovingly made products. 

  4. Blue Fox

    Blue Fox Tabletop

    Founded in 2015 by Simon Birks & Marielle Bouleau, Blue Fox has rapidly grown to become a publisher of distinct, high-quality, character driven genre comics, graphic novels and gamebooks. From slice of life, through sci-fi, fantasy and horror, they have titles to suit everyone of all ages.

  5. Dissent Games

    Dissent

    Dissent Games create thought-provoking games with unusual, campaign-inspired themes — from quick workshop exercises that spark ideas to fully developed board games promoting positive social change.

  6. Eurydice Games

    Eurydice Games

    Bringing something different to the table, Eurydice Games create unique gaming experiences that stand out. Don’t miss FlickFleet, their exciting dexterity-based space battle game.

  7. Geeky Meeples

    Geeky Meeples

    Geeky Meeples is a small, family-run business specialising in high-quality 3D-printed upgrades for your favourite board games. They create custom tokens, organisers, inserts, and decorative pieces designed to enhance gameplay and bring even more character to the tabletop experience. 

  8. Guntower Games

    Guntower Games

    Guntower Games specialise in immersive, narrative-driven board games designed to keep players engaged from start to finish. Check out Pandora Celeste, a gleeful love letter to sci-fi monster movies where surviving the ship comes before defeating the monsters.

  9. Copy of Strange Worlds board game
    Hachette Boardgames UK

    Hachette Boardgames UK

    Hachette Boardgames UK is excited to showcase a brand-new collection of board games from over 20 independent publishers. Discover fresh, engaging titles that are already award-winners, best-sellers, and beloved family favourites around the world

  10. Imagination Gaming

    Imagination Gaming

    Imagination Gaming harness the power of tabletop games to educate, entertain, and connect. From schools to community groups, they engage people of all ages in creative, hands-on play.

  11. Ludus Vulpes

    Ludus Vulpes

    Ludus Vulpes is driven by a passion for designing, creating, and publishing games. Founded by Kirsty and Phil, their love of gaming has produced five published titles—many inspired by ideas born on countryside walks.

  12. Manticgames

    Mantic Games

    Award-winning indie studio Mantic Games bring big battles and bold ideas to the tabletop. Creators of Halo: Flashpoint, Kings of War, Firefight and Deadzone, Mantic delivers thrilling miniature games shaped by an active, passionate community.

  13. Mindclash

    Mindclash Games

    Formed in 2014, Mindclash Games is a board game publisher with a passion for creating ambitious and innovative games. Creators of Anachrony, Trickerion, Cerebria, Perseverance, Voidfall, Septima, Astra, Ironwood and Revenant.

  14. Time Troopers 1

    Molinarius Games

    Molinarius Games Ltd creates fun, high-quality board games that you’ll genuinely want to play. Their talented designers and artists craft unique titles you won’t find anywhere else. Based in Leicestershire, this small but passionate team focuses on great gameplay, thoughtful design, and affordable prices. Simply put: they make the games they love—games you’re sure to enjoy too.

  15. Numba

    Numba Card Game

    Numba Card Game is a fast-paced, family-friendly numbers game where players race to match fruits and numbers and be the first to shout “NUMBA!” Easy to learn, educational, and perfect for fun anywhere, anytime.

  16. Reroll Board Game Cafe

    ReRoll Board Game Cafe

    Located in Leicester city centre ReRoll board game cafe is a fantastic social space for new and hardcore gamers. With over 400 board games and weekly events it is a vibrant space with beer, bagels, snacks, cakes and sweet treats to keep you fed and watered throughout any epic session. 

  17. Mycelia

    Split Stone Games

    Split Stone Games is a UK-based board game publisher from the sunny South Coast of England. Their hit title Mycelia—a strategic game inspired by the life cycle of fungi—offers high interaction, dynamic boards, and beautifully illustrated mushroom cards for a fresh experience every play.

  18. Earth Rising

    Stop Drop & Roll

    Stop, Drop & Roll is a passionate indie studio dedicated to creating games everyone can enjoy. Their acclaimed title Earth Rising blends fun and purpose, reflecting their belief that games made with players are the most rewarding to play.

  19. Bald Yeti

    The Bald Yeti

    Created by comic artist and industry veteran Kev Brett, The Bald Yeti blends comic storytelling with fast, fun card gameplay. With experience spanning comics, conventions, and tabletop properties including Hellboy, Dungeons & Dragons and The Walking Dead, the team brings deep industry knowledge to the table.

  20. Child and adult painting figures at To Boldly Game
    National Space Centre

    Two Thin Coats Paint & Take

    Built by painters, for painters, Two Thin Coats deliver a purpose-built miniature paint range developed—not rebottled—to exacting standards. Try them for yourself at their stand with free drop-in painting sessions, open to all experience levels.

  21. Unfringed

    Unfringed

    Unfringed creates simple, social, and irresistibly fun games that connect people and spark creativity. Blending accessibility with clever mechanics, they make “fringe” gaming inviting for everyone — fun, engaging, and unmistakably Unfringed.

  22. YAY Games

    YAY Games

    YAY Games is all about bringing the fun! Their award-winning games are quick to learn, full of depth, and bursting with imagination — from family favourites like The Gruffalo to strategic hits like Ominoes and Connecting London. There’s something for everyone at YAY Games!

Official Merchandise

Gear up for your tabletop adventure with the exclusive event collection, from t-shirts to dice pouches and totes, we got you covered to boldly game. We have partnered with Teemill to ensure our products are made using products from natural materials like organic cotton, in factories powered by renewable energy.

  1. Official Event T-Shirt

    Official Event T-Shirt

    Buy at Teemill

  2. Boxy T-Shirt

    Boxy T-Shirt

    Buy at Teemill

  3. Official Event Kids T-Shirt

    Official Event Kids T-Shirt

    Buy at Teemill

  4. Dice Pouch

    Dice Pouch

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  5. Official Tote Bag

    Official Tote Bag

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  6. Official Event Mug

    Official Event Mug

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Belmont Hotel Leicester
Belmont Hotel Leicester

Stay Local

If you are travelling to the event and looking for local accommodation our friends at the Belmont Hotel are offering a special deal for event attendees:

  • £85 single room with breakfast, parking and WiFi
  • £95 double room with breakfast, parking and WiFi

In the heart of Leicester, this elegant Victorian townhouse is a quick walk to the train station. The family-run boutique-style hotel has been a hotel since 1934. Situated in a quiet, leafy conservation area, it is only a few minutes walk from the very heart of the city centre. The hotel has 74 bedrooms, varying in style from modern to traditional, including a space themed family room!

To book email [email protected]
or call 0116 2529602, quoting GA002380.

Belmont Hotel

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Pie, Pint & Escape Room Experience

If you are planning to make a weekend of it the team at the Belmont Hotel have teamed up with The Game Lab to host something special on Friday and Saturday evenings (you don't have to attend To Boldly Game to buy a ticket for this one). 

Work together to solve puzzles and crack clues in a hosted escape room experience led by The Gamelab. Once the game is complete, relax and enjoy a Pie of the Day and a pint, while the host walks you through the solution.

Details:

  • 📅 30th & 31st January 2026

  • ⏰ Arrive from 6:00pm | Game starts 6:30pm

  • ⏳ Escape room lasts approx. 90 minutes

  • 👥 Games for 8–10 people

  • 🍺 Includes pie and a pint

  • 💷 £35 per person

Book as a group or join others for a shared experience. Perfect for friends, teams, or anyone who loves puzzles.

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