The Battlefields

The Battlefields Welcome to Cardiff's Premium Gaming venue for all Tabletop Games. The venue is located in Cardiff, we are a short walk from the nearest train station.

The venue has a fully licenced bar and boasts easy access to the city centre with hotels, restaurants and good night life. The South Wales Gaming Centre has 50 gaming tables to accommodate a range of Wargames, Card Games, Roleplaying Games and Board Games. We have the ability to stream top table games to the internet if required. We are geographically well situated to attract players from other st

rong communities along the M4 corridor as well as from Wales, the Midlands and the South West with easy transport links via road or rail straight to the venue. The venue has:

• Full disabled access
• Free on-site parking for 30 cars with additional off-site parking if required.
• Toilets, including disabled, facilities
• Licensed bar
• Public Address System for announcements
• Dedicated TO Station running appropriate Event Software with Internet Access
• Several Large Screens to display pairings and/or timers located throughout the venue
• Hot drinks and snacks via vending machines, including fresh ground coffee
• A fully functioning professional Cafe serving hot and cold food.
• The ability to stream Table top and card games across the internet.
• Free Wi-Fi available to customers and event participants.. The venue is easily accessible from the M4 motorway. We are also within easy reach of two major regional airports, Cardiff and Bristol. We are located near the centre of Cardiff with its excellent retail and entertainment facilities and there are a number of hotels, from budget to more expensive, within a short walk of the venue.

11/08/2022

Ready to begin your Pokémon journey?

Looking to learn the ins and outs of Pokémon TCG?

On the first Saturday of every month Professor Paul will be teaching young trainers how to play and how to build decks as well as providing a safe place to trade and meet other likeminded kids. Children from 8 years and above are welcome to attend!

More details over on www.thebattlefields.co.uk

The Battlefields introduces new ticket prices next month, but if you pay for membership BEFORE Monday 1st August you can...
28/07/2022

The Battlefields introduces new ticket prices next month, but if you pay for membership BEFORE Monday 1st August you can enjoy up to a year of amazing value gaming at today's prices! 🎉

If you're a regular visitor to the South Wales Gaming Centre it's well worth purchasing your quarterly or annual BattlePass today: https://www.firestormgames.co.uk/products?q=battlepass

Learn the in's and out's of Blood Bowl this Summer in Coach Preston's Blood Bowl Training Camp!Throughout August and Sep...
28/07/2022

Learn the in's and out's of Blood Bowl this Summer in Coach Preston's Blood Bowl Training Camp!

Throughout August and September we'll be hosting a series of learn to play events for everyone's favourite game of fantasy football where beginners can learn to play their favourite teams and crush their foes!

All attendees will receive a special player licence granting them an extra discount on Blood Bowl products throughout the event!

Get your tickets here:
https://www.thebattlefields.co.uk/events-at-the-battlefields/coach-prestons-blood-bowl-training-camp

Light the torches and sound the horn!Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 25/0...
25/07/2022

Light the torches and sound the horn!

Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 25/07/22

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

Let the battles begin!Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 18/07/22All tickets...
18/07/2022

Let the battles begin!

Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 18/07/22

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

A mighty challenger approaches as the July battles heat up!Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from t...
11/07/2022

A mighty challenger approaches as the July battles heat up!

Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 11/07/22

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

Let the battles begin!Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 04/07/22All tickets...
04/07/2022

Let the battles begin!

Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 04/07/22

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

***July events at The Battlefields!***MAGIC: THE GATHERINGFINAL FANTASY TCGMIDDLE EARTH STRATEGY BATTLE GAMETHE IX AGEWA...
01/07/2022

***July events at The Battlefields!***

MAGIC: THE GATHERING
FINAL FANTASY TCG
MIDDLE EARTH STRATEGY BATTLE GAME
THE IX AGE
WARHAMMER AGE OF SIGMAR
WARHAMMER 40,000
FLAMES OF WAR
BLOOD BOWL
STAR WARS LEGION

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

June is at an end and things are really heating up for the summer!Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC...
27/06/2022

June is at an end and things are really heating up for the summer!

Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 27/06/22

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

The competition is heating up - it's time for battle!Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the wee...
20/06/2022

The competition is heating up - it's time for battle!

Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 20/06/22

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

For everyone celebrating the Launch of The Horus Heresy today don't forget to join our Horus Heresy Facebook group to ke...
18/06/2022

For everyone celebrating the Launch of The Horus Heresy today don't forget to join our Horus Heresy Facebook group to keep up to date with everything Heresy at Firestorm Games.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/990524498319109

Light the fires and sound the horn - fierce battles are about to begin!Here are this week's organised play events at the...
13/06/2022

Light the fires and sound the horn - fierce battles are about to begin!

Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 13/06/22

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

07/06/2022
A challenger approaches!Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 06/06/22All ticke...
06/06/2022

A challenger approaches!

Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 06/06/22

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

***June events at The Battlefields!***STAR WARS LEGIONWARHAMMER FANTASYBLOODBOWLINFINITYSTAR WARS X-WINGAll tickets avai...
01/06/2022

***June events at The Battlefields!***

STAR WARS LEGION
WARHAMMER FANTASY
BLOODBOWL
INFINITY
STAR WARS X-WING

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

Let the battles begin!Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 30/05/22All tickets...
30/05/2022

Let the battles begin!

Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 30/05/22

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

Prepare for battle!Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 23/05/22All tickets av...
23/05/2022

Prepare for battle!

Here are this week's organised play events at the SWGC from the week beginning 23/05/22

All tickets available from
www.thebattlefields.co.uk

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Firestorm Games, Sloper Road
Cardiff
CF118AB

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 8pm
Sunday 11am - 6pm

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Pokémon TCG Trainer Days 2022 at Firestorm Games
Pokémon TCG Trainer Days 2022 at Firestorm Games

Ready to begin your Pokémon journey? Looking to learn the ins and outs of Pokémon TCG? On the first Saturday of every month Professor Paul will be teaching young trainers how to play and how to build decks as well as providing a safe place to trade and meet other likeminded kids. Children from 8 years and above are welcome to attend! More details over on www.thebattlefields.co.uk

It's been 1200 years since we've last set foot in Kamigawa and as the worlds merge, the plane has transformed into a futuristic world of cyberpunk ninjas and samurais, where tradition and modernity meet! Tickets for the pre-release event for Magic: the Gathering - Kamigawa Neon Dynasty are available now: https://www.thebattlefields.co.uk/events-at-the-battlefields?venue=0&category=4

The Battlefields Wargaming Club - Winter Campaign 2022
The Battlefields Wargaming Club - Winter Campaign 2022

Unwrapped some awesome new Warhammer minis this Christmas and looking for a fun and friendly atmosphere to learn to play and build your skills? Starting on January 7th, we'll be running a brand new Winter Campaign which will be the perfect starting point to learn to play Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar and Kill Team. Tickets are available here: https://www.thebattlefields.co.uk/events-at-the-battlefields/the-battlefields-learn-to-play-winter-campaign-2022-cardiff Check out the capaign mission briefing for the first week here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vhJcjEirzGo6kP-bMN4XkiVGmwlWSES4/view?usp=sharing

Age of Sigmar - Six Nations 2021
Age of Sigmar - Six Nations 2021

This past weekend saw 54 Age of Sigmar players from all over Europe battle it out in the South Wales Gaming Centre to see which nation reigned supreme in the AoS Six Nations event! Check the video below for some highlights! www.thebattlefields.co.uk

We've got an incredible weekend of Middle Earth: Strategy Battle Game in the South Wales Gaming Centre - our biggest event since reopening! Let's take a look at some of the action and see how the players are enjoying dusting off their dice after the last year!

Reopening The Battlefields 20/05/21
Reopening The Battlefields 20/05/21

**We've got an exciting announcement!** With the recent changes made by the Welsh Government regarding the reopening of entertainment venues and with a few unfortunate delays with moving to our brand new venue - we are reopening The Battlefields once again in our current Cardiff location. Jake & Andy have all the necessary information in the video! Make sure to purchase all tickets at www.thebattlefields.co.uk

The South Wales Gaming Centre - Update 06/05/21
The South Wales Gaming Centre - Update 06/05/21

With the recent change in government guidelines and events slowly being allowed to restart across Wales & the rest of the United Kingdom - many of you have had questions regarding the future of organised play at The South Wales Gaming Centre, especially since we're planning to move to another venue any week now. Andy & Jake are here to answer all of your important questions and explain what to expect for The Battlefields going forwards!

Excited? The Battlefields reopen in one week! Make sure to get book your tickets at www.thebattlefields.co.uk Jake and Andy are here to answer your questions about the changes we've made to keep a safe gaming environment. Any more questions? Don't hesitate to comment below! *Timecodes* 00:20 - What happens to my existing Battlefields membership? 00:57 - What sort of face covering should I wear while gaming? 01:56 - Are spectators allowed around tables within the venue? 02:44 - What are the difference between casual and organised play tickets? 04:19 - Can I play against different opponents over the course of the night? 05:56 - Will the cafe & bar be open? 07:19 - Can I buy my entry tickets at the venue? 08:28 - What additional information do I need to provide on my Battlefields ticket? 09:15 - Will there be tables for other gaming systems? 09:51 - Do Battlefields members still need to buy a ticket? 11:15 - Are there penalties for booking and not turning up?

Exciting times! The South Wales Gaming Centre reopens for all your gaming needs on August 4th. Event's Manager Andy is here with a few words to explain a few of the changes we've made to make it safe & secure for you to play! www.thebattlefields.co.uk

Kings of War - Clash of Kings 2017 28/10/17
Kings of War - Clash of Kings 2017 28/10/17

Star Wars X-Wing Regional 04/03/17
Star Wars X-Wing Regional 04/03/17

HORDES/Warmachine Welsh Masters 13/05/17
HORDES/Warmachine Welsh Masters 13/05/17

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The venue is located in the heart of Cardiff City Centre, just a 2 minute walk from Cardiff Central train station. The venue has a fully licenced bar and boasts easy access to hotels, restaurants and good night life. The South Wales Gaming Centre has 64 6x4 Tables and 20 6x2 tables all on one level within the venue and can accommodate 80 players in the Casual Play area plus 384 in The Battlefields area. We have the ability to stream top table games to the internet if required. We are geographically well situated to attract players from other strong communities along the M4 corridor as well as from Wales, the Midlands and the South West with easy transport links via road or rail straight to the venue. The venue has: • Full disabled access • Free on-site parking for 64 cars with additional off-site parking if required. • Toilets, including disabled, facilities • Licensed bar • Public Address System for announcements • Dedicated TO Station running appropriate Event Software with Internet Access • 4 Large Screens to display pairings and/or timers located throughout the venue • Hot drinks and snacks via vending machines, including fresh ground coffee • Chill out area with sofa’s and tables for relaxing • A fully functioning professional kitchen serving hot food and breakfast. • The ability to stream Table top and card games across the internet. • Free Wi-Fi available to customers and event participants.. The venue is next to the main train station in Cardiff and is easily accessible from the M4 motorway. We are also within easy reach of two major regional airports, Cardiff and Bristol. We are located within 5 minutes’ walk of the centre of Cardiff with its excellent retail and entertainment facilities and there are a number of hotels, from budget to more expensive, within 5-10 minutes’ walk of the venue.