Games
A great first card game, based on the number one bestselling board book for toddlers First 100 Words by Roger Priddy. The First 100 Word Alphabet Card Game takes the learning experience from books to the next level, as little ones engage in hands-on learning activities that helps them learning their letters and the beginning of the development of vocabulary. The First 100 Words Alphabet Card Game is perfect keeping children entertained on the go and with interactive game play, these are more than just flash cards. The 100 First Words Alphabet Card Game, that features bold, colourful images, encourages learning through play with plenty of word / picture association and there is no reading required so they are great for little ones, age 2 years and over.
The Tiger Who Came to Tea Memory Card Game contains 54 beautifully illustrated jumbo cards. Collect the most pairs to win but watch out for the 'I'm Home' card - he can cause a reshuffle! A fun, easy to play game to help for honing concentration, turn-taking and memory skills. Ideal for two or more players and suitable for ages 3 - 5 years.
Dinosaur Roar Card Game
Dinosaur Roar Card Game
Put memory skills to the test with this fun and fast-paced Memory Card Game featuring a host of friendly dinosaurs from the popular Dinosaur Roar book. The Dinosaur Roar Memory Game will entertain and engage boys and girls aged three and over as they try to collect as many matching pairs as possible but watch out for Dinosaur grumpy...
Horrible Histories Battle Card Game
Battle your way through years of Horrible History with two great card games in one box! The great Horrible Histories Stoneage Battle Pack contains 40 illustrated, jumbo-sized battle cards each featuring historical characters dating from the savage stoneage to the measly middle ages. For 2-4 players age 6 years and over. Battle your way through years of Horrible History with two great card games in one box! The great Horrible Histories Tudors Battle Pack contains 40 illustrated, jumbo-sized battle cards each featuring historical characters dating from the terrifying Tudors through to the terrible 20th Century. For 2-4 players age 6 years and over.
Playing Cards
Playing Cards
World renowned Waddington's Number 1 Playing Cards have been the choice of card players for generations. These superior quality playing cards with linen finish are the must have for lovers of all card games.
This fantastic selection of classic card games inspired by three of David Walliams’ best-loved books make brilliant gifts for any fan of Britain’s number 1 author. Choose from Gangsta Granny’s Cheat, Ratburger Go Fish and Awful Auntie’s Old Maid, all traditional card games with a David Walliams twist and all featuring the iconic illustrations by Tony Ross.
Bananagrams
Bananagrams
The worldwide-hit word game that the whole family can enjoy! Build a grid of words using letter tiles and be the first one to use them all.
Jungle Dominoes
Jungle Dominoes
A classic game with brightly coloured jungle animals on one side and dots on the reverse side
Follow the adventures of Paddington, in two seemingly identical images. But just like his adventures all is not what it seems. Can you find the 5 or 10 differences and beat your opponent to find the ‘pot of …marmalade!’
A gold MIME of family fun!! This new Charades tin contains over 200 films, tv shows, books or plays for players to act out that their teammates must guess. The classic game of charades in an eye-catching tin is a great gift for any family member or a fantastic addition to a dinner party. A great way to make the game faster and more fun, just lucky dip style select the card and away you go. Classic charades rules apply, no talking just acting! For ages 6+ years. 2 + player.
Draughts
Draughts
Indulge in a game of strategy and skill with University Games Draughts. This classic board game features Draughts, a timeless favorite that will keep you entertained for hours. Master your moves and outsmart your opponents in this sophisticated and exclusive board game.
Penguins are scattered across the ice and it’s starting to get cold!
Move your penguins together into a huddle… while blocking your opponents from doing the same. Set up the game by taking turns scattering your opponent’s penguin family across the ice. Move your penguins towards each other by moving to an ice patch, jumping over other penguins or diving underneath the ice. The first player to move their penguin family into a single connected group wins the game! Designed for 2-4 players.
They had until tea time to plan the greatest jewel theft in history.
Once you have played the game turn over the board and see a whole new game of Dominoes.
A bright and colourful race and chase board game featuring the beautiful illustrations. The aim of the game is to be the first player to reach home, without being caught by the bear! Youngest player goes first and rolls one dice and move that number of spaces in the direction of the arrows on the board. If a player lands on a 'Uh-uh' space they must take a card from the top of the card pile. If the card is red 'We can't go over it' this ends their turn. If the card is green 'Oh no! We've got to go through it' they can roll the dice again and move forward. When a player reaches the 'Run' space they must stop and take full control of the game. Throw both dice and move your character that number of spaces, then throw just one dice and move the bear that number of spaces chasing after you. Keep going like this, it's a race to try and get home before the bear catches you. If you reach the 'Home' space before the bear catches up with you, you win! This game has strong educational components and helps children learn through social interaction as well as taking turns, all whilst having great fun. The game is for 2 - 4 players and suitable for children ages 3 years and up.
How well do you know your history? The ghastly-fun but educational Horrible Histories Board Game will have players frantically racing through history! Move from the Awful Ancients to the Measly Middle Ages, through the Terrible Tudors and the Vile Victorians to the modern times by answering “Horrible” multiple choice questions, acting out charades and trying to avoid Rattus and his tricky “Chance” cards! The playing board is divided into four colour quadrants, each representing an historical era and colour coordinating with the question booklets. Players start at the centre of the board and have to progress their way through the Savage Stone age to Rotten Romans section, then moving onto the Smashing Saxon and the Measly Middle Ages. Then it is time to negotiate the Terrifying Tudors and Gorgeous Georgians and finally onto the Vile Victorians and Terrible 20th Century! Players take it in turns to throw three dice, the white dice determines the number of spaces moved and combined the dice indicate the question number to be asked from the colour coded question booklets. The first player to reach the present day is the winner but watch out for Rattus and his tricky Chance Cards which could be good or bad! Based on the award-winning Horrible Histories series, this family fun, educational board game encourages learning through play and is perfect for 2-4 players age 8 years and over.
Smart Games Genius Square
Smart Games Genius Square
With Smart Games Genius Square, race to fill the grid first!
The aim of each of the 62,208 possible puzzles is to complete the square using the nine coloured shapes, once the seven ‘blockers’ have been positioned. There may be times when it seems impossible, but there will always be at least one solution.
Each player receives a Genius Square grid (two are included) and a set of nine coloured shapes, plus seven ‘blocker’ pieces. Roll all seven of the dice together and place a ‘blocker’ piece into the squares matching the seven co-ordinates that appear on the dice. Now race your opponent to fill every other space on the grid using the nine shapes.
Some combinations will be easy to solve, some much harder. It’s all in the luck of the roll of the dice.
As soon as somebody finishes first, roll the dice and play again! You can play alone and challenge yourself against the clock.
Rummikub
Rummikub
Bring the family together with this Rummikub Classic Game.
With brilliant simplicity, Rummikub provides hours of fun! Played with 106 tiles (1 to 13 in 4 different colours), the object of the game is to be the first player to play all of the tiles from their rack by arranging them into groups or runs on to the table.
Lay down sets of "groups" (three or four tiles of the same number but different colour) or "runs" (three or more consecutive numbers of the same colour). Manipulate tiles already on the table to your advantage. Rearrange or add to existing sets, to use your tiles.
Now kids can enjoy all the fun and challenge of the classic Scrabble Game at their own level! With this Junior Scrabble Kids' Game, there’s plenty to keep them engaged and interested – at fun for every level.
Scrabble Junior – Made for Kids!
With Junior Scrabble from Mattel Games, kid-sized words and colourful pictures make it fun to match letter tiles to words on the grid. Younger children start the game fun by linking letters on the scrabble board that includes pictures. Older children enjoy making words all by themselves. Now the classic word-building game is even better.
Learn through Play
Junior Scrabble helps kids improve their vocabularies and spelling skills. This kids’ board game is an excellent way to learn as you play!
Cribbage
Cribbage
Cribbage is ideal for both novices and experienced players alike. This classic card game traditionally for two players, but commonly played with three, four or more. The game involves playing and grouping cards in combinations which gains points. The distinctive features of the cribbage game are the cribbage board used for scorekeeping, the crib or box (a separate hand counting for the dealer) and two distinct scoring stages (the play and the show).
The host can transport their guests to London for an evening of detective work and murderous entertainment. Perfectly presented in an elegantly finished whiskey style gift box. Inspired by the best-selling Complete Murder Mystery Night this brand-new edition of Murder Mystery takes place in London's very own Tower of London. A perfect way to entertain your friends and family, now you can host your very own Murder Mystery Night.
Now that's what I call Music
Smart Ass Card Game
Smart Ass Card Game
The Ultimate Trivia Game that even a dumb ass can win! Each "Who", "What" and "Where am I?" card has ten clues. And guess what? You never have to wait for your turn in Smart Ass. Just yell out the answer as soon as you know it! Timing is everything for the true Smart Ass. Jump in too early and you may blow your chance! Wait too long and the Smart Ass next to you might steal the show. When will you throw your shoe in the ring? Either add-on as an expansion pack for the main game or play on its own.
Smart Ass Board Game
Smart Ass Board Game
Have you ever played a game and been bursting to shout out the answer, even when its not your turn? Here's your chance! Who's the smart Ass among your friends and family? find out with this outrageous, fast-paced party game. Each who, what and where am I? card has ten clues. You never have to wait for your turn in this game. Just yell out the answer as soon as you know it. Timing is everything for the true smart Ass. Jump in too early and you may blow your chance! wait too long and the smart Ass next to you might steal the show. When will you throw your shoe in the ring? for 2-6 players. Ages 12 and up.
Sports fans will be in their element with the challenging and fun-packed family Question of Sport Trivia Board Game. The iconic British television sports quiz presented by Sue Barker, Question of Sport, is a firm favourite amongst sports enthusiasts and now players can pit their sporting knowledge and expertise against each other to reach the top of the podium and become the Question of Sport Champion! There are 350 questions on multiple sports to answer but answering the questions is not enough, there are also physical and mental challenges to test the sporty as well as the armchair sports fans! Inspired by the BBC's longest running sports quiz and featuring content compiled by the BBC writers of the show, this brilliantly entertaining family board game is guaranteed to amaze and enthral and makes the ultimate gift for any sports fan. Suitable for 2+ players age 12 years and over.
Swingball Classic
Swingball Classic
Swingball Classic is a family favourite and is for use in the garden or on the beach. It's a great way to develop hand-eye co-ordination in younger players and is also ideal to play as a family. With a real tennis ball and championship spiral top, Swingball offers a superior playing experience. Comes complete with an integrated ground spike with an adjustable height up to 1.65 metres. The pole can be broken down into 3 sections for easy transport and storage. Also includes 2 durable championship bats which are able to resist the demands of even the most enthusiastic players.
Recommended age: 5+