Iron Cross painting competition @ Official Flames of War European Grand Tournament .

The weekend of the 3^rd - 4^th of September sees the first Official Flames of War European Grand Tournament taking place at Nottingham University. With places for 120 gamers this event will be the largest tournament for Flames of War in the World so far. However this is not just a tournament, we will also be holding the first European Iron Cross Painting competition, and a display featuring some of the upcoming releases for Flames of War and a ‘sneak peak’ look at some other exciting forthcoming projects.

Places for the GT are going fast, however we do still have a few tickets remaining if you are interested and want to test your tactical genius against other gamers.

Tickets are available through the web store on the following link:

http://www.flamesofwar.com/online_store.aspx?CategoryID=12984

Or if you think you can wield your paint brush like a true master, then why not bring along your best painted Flames of War miniatures and enter the Iron Cross painting competition, a list of categories can be found on this link:

http://www.flamesofwar.com/Default.aspx?tabid=53&art_id=2531

If you find yourself in Nottingham and at a loose end or are looking for something to do over the weekend of the 3^rd – 4^th September, then why not pop over and have a look at the tournament and the all the other cool stuff we have going on.

If you have any questions or want some more information then contact Gareth at Battlefront Miniatures: gareth.richards@battlefront.co.nz

We look forward to seeing you over the weekend.

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Flames of War Official European Grand Tournament.

I am finally able to post information on the first official FoW GT held by Battlefront Miniatures.

The Official Flames of War European Grand Tournament will be held on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th September 2011.

The venue is the East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham.

'This 'open' tourney invites Late War Flames Of War gamers from across Europe (and beyond) to take part in two days of battling for the coveted title of 'European Flames Of War Champion'. All results from the competition will be given to HQ Rankings to give us a starting point from which to take the official European FOW tournament scene forward.'

'Residential packages will be available for the weekend, enabling participants to take full advantage of the facilities on offer at one of Nottingham's premier conference centres. Bed, breakfast, lunch and evening meals will be provided, as well as a range of post-gaming activities to keep FOW enthusiasts entertained into the night. Day passes will also be available for non-residence.'

'As well as the tabletop action, the event will also play host to the European Iron Cross Painting Competition, so make sure you bring the best painted minis from your collection along to wow the judges into parting with the various awards on offer for the best painted figures.'

Tickets cost:
£55.00 for event ticket only.
£95.00 for event ticket with accommodation & breakfast included for Saturday.
£135.00 for event ticket with accommodation & breakfast included for Friday and Saturday.

All tickets include lunch on both Saturday and Sunday and an evening meal on Saturday.

Five games using 1750 points of Late War period models, set over two days using five different scenarios, cabinets for display, a chance to purchase a 'limited edition' FoW Indianna Jones (From Raiders of the Lost Ark) set, trade stands and more. Add in the fun and games set for the Saturday evening should make this an unforgettable weekend.

Full advertising of the event from issue 285 of Wargames Illustrated and on the Battlefront Miniatures web site, http://www.flamesofwar.com/ click on the 'community section', then 'events', click on 'Upcoming events in the UK', then scroll down the diary dates.

Add this event to your diary now as this FoW GT is likely to be sold out quite quickly.

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The Official European Flames of War Grand Tournament - 2011.

The GCN council is pleased to announce that the network will be assisting Battlefront Miniatures in promoting, organising and running an official Flames of War grand tournament in 2011.
The tournament will be entitled, The Official European Flames of War Grand Tournament – 2011. This the very first official FoW GT is covering the Late War period. The date for the GT is set for the weekend of the 3rd and 4th September 2011 and will be held at the Nottingham university campus with accommodation on site.
The GT will comprise of five rounds, three games on Saturday, and two games on Sunday, lunch will be provided on both days and an evening meal on the Saturday, plus some light entertainment is being planned for the Saturday evening. In addition there will be a painting competition, exhibits and trade stands over the full weekend, more details of exactly what will be included over the GT weekend will be released when full conformation of the itinerary is ready.
Accommodation will be available on site at the university. A selection of ‘packages’ that include event tickets and accommodation will be made available when all details are confirmed. You will be able to purchase GT ticket only, GT ticket with accommodation for Saturday night, and GT ticket with accommodation for Friday and Saturday night. Ticket prices and types of ticket packages will be announced in due course.

The GCN has been asked to provide three referees for the event, as well as assist in preparing tables and scenery for the GT All volunteers assisting at the actual event will be provided accommodation, (if it is required) and lunch/evening meals by Battlefront Miniatures.

Keep an eye out for more news updates or amendments on the FoW GT on this web site, in Wargames Illustrated, and in the GCN monthly updates sent out by e-mail.

Thanks

Tony

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