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Board Game & Play Cafés in Nottingham
If you fancy a slower kind of afternoon out, Dice Cup Cafe is the one to know about. It's about a kilometre from the centre, with a board game library of over 1,000 titles to work through, and under 13s get in free, which makes it an easy choice if you've got more than one child in tow. There's no entry fee to browse and pick a game, so it suits families who don't want to commit to spending before they've even sat down. It's indoor, so rain doesn't change your plans, and there's a cafe on site if you'd rather not bring snacks. Dogs are welcome too, and it's an easy trip if you're coming by bus or tram, right by public transport.
3 places 1 free to visit
7th City Collectables
Nottingham
A shop to duck into for board games and collectables, open evenings on weekdays and from morning at weekends.
FreeDice Cup Cafe
Nottingham
A board game library of over 1,000 titles to play through, with under 13s getting in free.
CaféDog friendlyGift shopIndoor play+1 more
from £17Gameshow All-Stars Nottingham
Nottingham · ages 12+
Seven high-tech game show challenges booked as a private room for your group, with pizza and a bar on hand, best for 12s and up.
Booking requiredIndoor seatingFood on site
Good to know: board game & play cafés in Nottingham
Are any of them free?
Yes, Dice Cup Cafe is free to visit.
What does a paid visit cost?
Paid entry starts from £17 at Gameshow All-Stars Nottingham. Prices, ages and facilities are listed on every place page, taken from each venue's own published price list.
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