The Goblins Nook

19/08/2026

Work In Progress Wednesday!

Post a photo of whatever is half done on your desk. Doesn't matter how far along it is.

Painting desks open from 10am, £3 a seat.

17/08/2026

The Goblins Nook Open RTT

We're running our first ever Warhammer 40k tournament. Three rounds, one day, all skill levels welcome.

£15 a player. GW missions, 11th edition. Prizes & Trophies for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Best Painted, and a wooden spoon for whoever has the roughest day.

Grab your ticket at:
https://thegoblinsnook.co.uk/products/goblins-nook-open-rtt-40k-tournament

and register on BCP using the same email you booked with:
https://www.bestcoastpairings.com/event/agW4WlSnzftT

All the information needed is on the bookings page, See you there!

16/08/2026

GW Sunday preview is live and the Orks are having an absolutely massive week.

Codex: Orks is the very first codex of 11th edition, and it's bringing the WAAARGH along with it....

The new Warboss
Nazdreg
Boyz
Warbikers
A brand new Trukk kit
The Weirdboy
The Mek
The Big Mek Dakkarig

We have a massive soft spot for greenskins here at the Nook. So this one feels personal.

Pre-orders go live next Saturday!

16/08/2026

Summer Heat Painting Competition Jr - Under 16s | VOTING IS OPEN!

The Jr entries are in and they are seriously impressive. Time to pick your favourites!

How to vote:
✅ Vote for the ONE you like (like the photo)
❌ Don't vote for your own entry
🚫 Please don't share this around to drum up extra votes for yourself, keep it fair for everyone!

The entry with the most votes takes 1st place.
Good luck to everyone who entered, some cracking paint jobs this round

16/08/2026

16/08/2026

Cyberpunk RED: Combat Zone was played at The Goblins Nook this week, what a great game!

15/08/2026

Next Sunday is our Dropfleet Commander - Assault on Dyson Sphere event! don't forget to book your ticket so you dont miss out!

A Dropfleet Commander narrative event at The Goblins Nook Southampton (Shirley). Two attacker vs defender scenarios. Sunday 23rd August 2026, 10am-6pm. £8.

14/08/2026

🔥 MAGIC: THE GATHERING COMMANDER NIGHT 🔥

Commander Night is coming to The Goblins Nook, and it's running every other Friday!

Whether you're brand new to the game or a seasoned planeswalker, there's a seat at the table for you. Casual pods, friendly games, no pressure and no prize pot to fight over.

📅 Starting Friday 28th August (fortnightly after that, so next up is Friday 11th September)
🕔 5pm to 9pm
💷 £3 per person
🎲 Beginner friendly

Never played Commander before? No problem! We've got experienced players on hand to teach you the ropes, and spare decks to borrow so you can jump straight in.

🎫 Book your seat online at thegoblinsnook.co.uk, or just turn up on the night and pay at the counter if space allows.
Booking ahead guarantees you a spot!

https://thegoblinsnook.co.uk/products/magic-the-gathering-commander-night

Join Commander Night at The Goblins Nook Southampton (Shirley). Every other Friday, 5pm-10pm. £3 per person. Beginner friendly with spare decks to borrow and experienced players to help.

13/08/2026

Another fun and successful project patch for our workshop wednesdays this week.