Appendix II
Useful Addresses
The following addresses, telephone numbers and website details will give any wargamer an idea of where to start collecting. Readers should bear in mind that addresses and other contact details can change; those with internet access are strongly advised to check updated information via the relevant website. Also, note that some companies are unable to receive personal callers – so if you do plan to make a visit, always check whether this is allowed before you arrive!
MAGAZINES
These are essential sources of information, advice and inspiration for any wargamer. All three of the journals listed below are available in most large newsagents in the United Kingdom. Subscription enquiries should be made to the following addresses:
Miniature Wargames, Subscriptions: West Street, Bourne, Lincolnshire, PE10 9PH
Tel: 01778 392494
Web: www.miniwargames.com
Wargames Illustrated, Unit 4c, Tissington Close, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 6QG
Tel: 0115 704 3250
Web: www.wargamesillustrated.net
Wargames: Soldiers & Strategy, PO Box 4082, 7200 BB Zutphen, The Netherlands
Tel: +44-20-88168281
Web: www.wssmagazine.com
MILITARY BOOK SUPPLIERS
Caliver Books, 100 Baker Road, Newthorpe, Nottingham, NG16 2DP.
Tel: 0115 938 2111
Web: www.caliverbooks.com
A vast range of new books and wargames rules can be obtained from this company.
David Lanchester’s Military Books, 6 Pinfold Way, Sherburn-in-Elmet, North Yorkshire, LS25 6LF
Tel: 01977 684234
Web: www.davidlanchestermilitarybooks.co.uk
This dealer is a splendid source for quality second-hand books and new publications at bargain prices.
Ken Trotman Ltd., PO Box 505, Huntingdon, PE29 2XW.
Tel: 01480 454292
Web: www.kentrotman.com
A fine range of new military history books can be obtained, but the firm are most renowned for their vast second-hand stock; and also their own publishing arm, which produces a selection of primary source accounts.
Monarch Military Books and Miniatures, Unit 5a, Cuthbert Court, Off Norwich Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1BX.
Tel: 01362 691435
Web: www.monarchmilitarybooks.com
This trader supplies wargames rules and new books – discounts are frequently offered on the latter.
Paul Meekins Military and History Books, Valentines, Long Marston, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 8RG
Tel: 01789 722434
This dealer can be relied upon to supply many outstanding books that are no longer in print, and is an especially good source for tracking down the wargaming classics. He also sells all the major new releases.
MODEL FIGURE MANUFACTURERS
There are many manufacturers of high quality wargames figures currently trading. Readers are strongly advised to follow up any advertisements in wargames journals, or better still inspect any relevant trader’s wares at a local wargames show. The companies listed below do however provide a good starting point for any budding wargamer:
Baccus 6mm Ltd, Unit C, Graham House, Bardwell Road, Sheffield, 53 8AS.
Tel: 0114 272 4491
Web: www.baccus6mm.com
As the name suggests, Baccus only make 6mm figures, the quality of which is outstanding. They also produce an innovative set of wargames rules for the Franco-Prussian War.
Essex Miniatures, Unit 1, Shannon Centre, Shannon Square, Thames Estuary Industrial Estate, Canvey Island, Essex, SS8 0PE.
Tel: 01268 682309
Web: www.essexminiatures.co.uk.
Essex supply a large range of 15mm and 25mm figures from all periods, together with a variety of wargaming accessories, including terrain. They also have an in-house figure painting service.
Foundry Miniatures Ltd., 24–34 St. Marks Street, Nottingham, NG3 1DE.
Tel: 0115 841 3000
Probably the largest figure company in the business, Foundry only produce 28mm miniatures. They do however have a very wide range, and the quality is outstanding. Unfortunately, they are more expensive than other manufacturers.
Games Workshop, Willow Road, Lenton, Nottingham, NG7 2WS
Tel: 0115 91 40000
This phenomenally successful company has many shops in the United Kingdom and worldwide. It deals exclusively in 28mm fantasy and science fiction figures, but some of these can be used in historical wargames (most notably the ‘Empire’ range for the Warhammer fantasy game, which can be used in Pike and Shot encounters). Readers are strongly advised to visit their nearest store and look at what is available – those who wish to play fantasy or science fiction wargames can benefit from purchasing the Warhammer and Warhammer 40000 rulebooks, and from reading Games Workshop’s monthly magazine White Dwarf. Potential customers should however be aware that this company’s products may be of outstanding quality, but are extremely expensive.
Irregular Miniatures, 41 Lesley Avenue, York, YO10 4JR.
Tel: 01904 671101.
Web: www.irregularminiatures.co.uk.
This company produces an incredibly wide range of competitively priced figures in 2, 6, 10, 15, 20, 28, 42 and 54 mm sizes.
Old Glory Corporation, Institute House, New Kyo, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 7TJ.
Tel: 01207 283332
Web: www.oldgloryuk.com.
Old Glory do produce a wide range of 15mm and 25mm figures, but are most famous for manufacturing the largest selection of 10mm miniatures currently available. They have also introduced a selection of 40mm figures.
Spencer Smith Miniatures, The Old Rectory, Wortham, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 1SL.
Tel: 01379 650021
Web: www.spencersmithminiatures.co.uk
This venerable company was one of the great pioneers of wargaming, and its very cheap if slightly basic 30mm horse and musket figures are still available today. Spencer Smith also distribute the famous Willie and Tradition 30mm ranges.
Warlord Games, T04/10 Technology Wing, The Howitt Building, Lenton Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7 2BY
Tel: 0115 978 4202
Web: www.warlordgames.com
This new company produces a growing range of 28mm miniatures, both in metal and hard plastic. They are also notable for publishing four very popular wargames rulesets: Hail Caesar (ancient period); Pike & Shotte (self-defined); Black Powder (Horse and Musket); and Bolt Action (Second World War).
Warrior Miniatures, 14 Tiverton Avenue, Glasgow, G32 9NX
Tel: 0141 778 3426
Web: www.warriorminiatures.com
This firm produces a wide range of 15mm and 25mm figures, all of which are extremely cheap.
PLASTIC FIGURE STOCKISTS
Readers are strongly advised to visit their local toy or model shop in order to access plastic figures. The following dealers are however guaranteed to fill in any gaps: both offer every new figure available in 1:76, 1:72 and 1:32 scale soft plastic figures, as well as 28mm hard plastic miniatures; Harfields do in addition sell a large selection of second-hand stock.
F & S Scale Models, 227 Droylsden Road, Audenshaw, Manchester, M34 5ZT
Tel: 0161 370 3235
Web: www.fandsscalemodels.co.uk
Harfields Military Figure Specialists, 32 St. Winifreds Road, Biggin Hill, Westerham, Kent, TN16 3HP.
Tel: 01959 576269
Web: www.harfields.com
PAINTED FIGURE STOCKISTS
Hinds Figures Ltd., 99 Birchover Way, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2QH
Tel: 0133 255 9025
This dealer has a vast stock of painted second-hand figures in all sizes, but especially in 15mm and 25mm.
WARGAMES TERRAIN MANUFACTURERS
Magister Militum, Unit 4, The Business Centre, Morgans Vale Road, Redlynch, Salisbury, SP5 2HA.
Tel: 01725 510110
A vast selection of scenery is available, both pre-painted and unpainted.