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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

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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.

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. Blue Fox

    Blue Fox Bookstore

    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.

  3. Dissent Games

    Dissent

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

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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

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  2. Boxy T-Shirt

    Boxy T-Shirt

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  3. Official Event Kids T-Shirt

    Official Event Kids T-Shirt

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  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