Today I, along with other Rejects, attended the show held every February by the Tonbridge Wells Wargame Society (TWWS). A small but nicely formed event.
Despite there being a mix of games, and even playing in a Vietnam participation game, I only ended up taking photos of my favourite.
It was the Battle of Malplaquet, 1709, presented by the Hailsham Wargames Club. A friendly bunch.
It had around 3,500 15mm figures on the table. All from the collection of one of the club's members.
And apparently he left another 2,000 plus figures at home!
I enjoyed the show. Well done to all the members of TWWS for putting it on. I know that other Rejects (Ray and Lee) will have a more thorough report up in due course. This game just happened to call me back to it time and time again.
That is a handsome game! What rules were in use?
ReplyDeleteThat's a really good question. We talked over many things but not the rules. Note to self, ask the right questions!
DeleteI can help, 'cos I did ask that question! They were 'home-brew' rules written by the Hailsham club members. It was a really impressive-looking game, and I'd agree with you in choosing it as 'best in show'. It was nice to meet and chat with you, Richard!
DeleteIt's always a pleasure to see you, David. Thanks for the information.
DeleteThat Malplaquet game looks superb
ReplyDeleteDoesn't just.
DeleteI thought they were 28mm at first glance. A lovely collection and a great looking game.
ReplyDeleteThe figures were very well painted.
DeleteOh wooow! Looking fantastic!
ReplyDeleteEven better in the flesh, Michal.
DeleteHave to echo the other comments Richard, I can see why this game called you back!
ReplyDeleteIt certainly ticked all my boxes.
DeleteThat really is a great looking game, so I can see why it caught your eye:). I too thought they were 28mm figures, but that chap must really love this period to have so many figures!
ReplyDeleteApparently this period has been a labour of love for a number of decades.
DeleteSuperb game, the horse units look fantastic. I have seen couple of videos on the show and it looks to have a really good mix of both traders and games. I must find an excuse to encourage Mrs. Wargamer to have a weekend break in the area …… say around late Feb :-)
ReplyDeleteIt's a small show but there were some good games. There is plenty for you you and Mrs Wargamer to see in that part of Kent.
DeleteThats a great looking game, sounds like a nice show!
ReplyDeleteBest Iain
It is a nice show, Iain.
DeleteSorry to correct you Rich, but they were infact 20mm figures, from the old Spencer Smith range from many moons ago, must agree though it was a brilliant looking game!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the information, Ray.
DeleteFantastic looking game Richard. Thanks for sharing your pictures. Being unable to go (due to bad planning) it’s good to see what I missed.
ReplyDeleteChris/Nundanket
Happy to have given you just a little peek at the show, Chris.
DeleteThe figures are 20mm Les Higgins and they are a home brew set of rules written by the figure owner and his son
ReplyDeleteThank you, Leigh.
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