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12/3/2026

RAMSEY DICE PIRATES MEETING

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THURSDAY 12TH MARCH 2026
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Event by Ramsey Dice Pirates
Quayle’s Hall, Albert Street, Ramsey
Public · Anyone on or off Facebook
An opportunity to try out the latest tabletop board games, war games and roleplaying games, or just relax and build or paint your latest modelling project.

Ramsey Dice Pirates meet every Thursday evening and often Saturdays at the usual location. A friendly, utterly sane bunch of gamers who will welcome you with open alms.

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14/2/2026

Irregular miniatures

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CLOSING DOWN - MOSTLY!

Sad news... it is worth reviewing their site for all those half-hidden gems be they be their excellent 10mm range or 15mm or 20mm. Update: 10mm moving to 2mmand6mm site.

if for no other reason than you can start or finish a collection in such areas as:
In 20mm scale

The Indian Mutiny
Garibauldi in Italy
Plains Wars (Native Americans)
Franco & Austro-Prussian Wars
Spanish Civil War

In 15mm scale

Kingdom of Benin
Moghul Indian & Persian
Hungarian Uprising
Armies of the Caucasus
the Russo-Japanese War

In 10mm scale

great modern set of figures that you might just wish you'd bought - clean, well-defined and modern styles from Ancients to Medieval Chinese to Bush Wars.
The 10mm may go to the separate 2mmand6mm website in due course.

Their 28mm (25mm) range is worth a look especially if you need a Totem Pole or a Mohican-crewed canoe or siege equipment.

Irregular closes on March 25th. Update: new last order date is March 1st 2026.

You can find them here

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29/9/2025

THE PRUSSIAN WARGAME

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Kriegsspiel Resources: Where to Start, What to Buy, and How to Play

Kriegsspiel, the original professional wargame developed by the Prussian military in the 19th century, has made a remarkable comeback among hobby wargamers and history buffs. Whether you're a newcomer curious about the umpired style of play or a seasoned veteran looking to refine your games, there's never been a better time to dive into the world of Kriegsspiel.
Here’s a quick guide to essential Kriegsspiel resources – from rules and maps to blocks, dice, and online communities.

📚 Core Rules & Variants

Original 1824 Rules (von Reisswitz)
These are now translated and available online through various historical wargaming sites. They're fascinating but complex. Best for purists.
The 1862 Version (Meckel's variant)
More streamlined and common among today’s Kriegsspielers. Copies and summaries are available via Kriegsspiel.org.uk and other resources.
Modern Adaptations
Groups like the International Kriegsspiel Society and TooFatLardies offer simplified or adapted versions for easier play. These retain the spirit of original umpired play but work well for Zoom or tabletop sessions alike. They also do a few maps.

🧱 Blocks & Game Equipment

Irregular Miniatures (UK)
A top pick for buying unpainted metal Kriegsspiel blocks.
👉 www.irregularminiatures.co.uk
Command Post Games

👉 www.commandpostgames.com

An interesting game option where dice are purely a randomising factor and don't run the game through "good luck" or the more usual "bad luck".

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RAMSEY DICE PIRATES MEETING

Irregular miniatures

CLOSING DOWN - MOSTLY!

THE PRUSSIAN WARGAME

Kriegsspiel Resources: Where to Start, What to Buy, and How to Play

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