Join us for our regular Tuesday board game evening at the Castle Tap.
All are welcome! There is usually a good selection of games to play brought along by members who are always happy to teach them, or alternatively please bring along any of your own games you would like to play. The games are owned by our members personally, so please treat them with respect and be especially careful with food and drink.
The event starts at 6pm, but you can arrive or leave at any time. Let us know if you are going to arrive later and we'll try to make sure there is a game for you to jump into.
We are in the TV room at the back of the pub. If the weather is nice we may be in the pub garden instead
Feel free to introduce yourself and get involved in the comments and discussion section 😁
How to get there:
The venue is just outside the town centre, with plenty of public transport around. Strongly recommend using public transport or walking if you are able.
Parking: There is a very small car park at the back of the pub off Anstey Road, space for 2 or 3 cars. There are usually spaces along the curb outside the car park which is single yellow line. Parking can be quite limited though.
Food and Drink:
Full range of drinks, alcoholic, hot and non-alcoholic.
Please note only bar snacks and a cheese board are available, but the pub is OK with ordering in your own food.
Code of Conduct for Tuesday Board Games at the Castle Tap:
General Conduct:
· Don’t Be a Dick
· Have Fun: We are all here to have fun, so please both have fun and try to make sure others have fun too
· Respect All Members: Treat fellow players with respect and courtesy
· Inclusive Environment: Ensure a welcoming atmosphere for everyone, regardless of skill level or experience.
Game Play Rules:
· Fair Play: Play honestly and adhere to the rules of the game
· Respect The Rules Teach: Make a concerted effort to learn the rules of the game. If you already know the rules, try not to distract from the person explaining the rules
Meeting Ettiquette:
· Attention to Games: Some mobile use is to be expected, but this is a social group so try to limit it
· Respect Peoples Property: All the games belong to someone in the group, please treat them with respect e.g. don’t bend cards, don’t pick at stickers etc. Also ask permission when you borrow a game, you will likely get a yes, but the owner may want to leave soon or may wish to play themselves
· Food and Drinks: Consume food and drinks responsibly. If there are any spillages try to ensure the games are protected. People may be willing to share food but ask permission and share the food in a hygienic way
· Clean Up: Help clean up after the game session, returning all pieces and materials to their proper places
Conflict Resolution:
· Stay Calm: Handle disputes calmly and respectfully
· Rule Disputes: If there are rule disputes and the rule book and/or internet cannot clear the dispute, come to a decision as a group
· Talk To the Hosts: If you feel uncomfortable feel free to approach one of the hosts or a senior member of the group and we will do our best to deal with any conflicts
Feedback:
· Feedback and Suggestions: Constructive feedback and suggestions to improve the group experience are more than welcome
