Articles by Mike Whitaker

We’re delighted to announce that our headline sponsors for this year’s show are the fabulous Footsore Miniatures. As well as producing (from the hands of sculptor Bill Thornhill) several ranges of fantastic Dark Ages figures, they also produce the brilliant … [more]

Only a week and change to Salute, which is traditionally about the time thinks start rolling here at Hereward Towers. If you check to the right, you’ll see that we’ve put the first few tickets on sale – advance admission, … [more]

A note for all X-Wing tournament entrants – by dint of some subtle furniture arranging on the ground (the venue let us in to check setup this afternoon), we’ve made enough space to fit the X-Wing tournament in next to … [more]

As for the past two years, we will be awarding the Steve Frisby Memorial Trophy for the best game in the show, as voted for by our members. (OK, to be fair, ‘voted for’ usually translates to the chairman running … [more]

So just a few last minute notes. Pre-sales for general admission (£3) will close at 11pm tonight. After that you will only be able to pay at the door (£5). Accompanied under 16s are (still) free. Directions: the big reminder … [more]

Due to a lack of interest, we’re regrettably not going to hold the Magic The Gathering Tournament this year. Our thanks to the Rift for their support. (Rest assured, the X-Wing tournament is still going ahead!)

We’re delighted to announce that historian, best-selling author and wargamer Dr. Harry Sidebottom will be appearing at the show. As well as a well-received book on Ancient Warfare, he has been writing historical fiction set in his favourite period, the Crisis … [more]