ConTingency, Hunstanton 27 January – 3 February 2025
If you fancy a complete gaming binge over several days, in a holiday camp at Hunstanton, by the sea, then ConTingency is for you! Officially, it runs from Wednesday to Sunday but some die-hards start on Monday and binge for a full week. The lodges are self-catering so it can be very economical but if you prefer to be looked-after there are some excellent hot food cafés and friendly bars.
It's no exaggeration to say that you can play any game under the sun here. There will be everything from core favourites, like D&D and Cthulhu, to proud indies like Blades in the Dark, Dee Sanction and the most obscure and self-written delights. Every day, sign-up sheets go on the noticeboards for new games. Other people prefer to organise their games in advance on Warhorn and if you choose, you can prebook your days of gaming, and secure your seat.
First and foremost, ConTingency focuses on organising games, but you will find some wonderful tradestands, a Bring-and-Buy and the best ice-cream in the county.
Importantly... last year the event raised over £5,000 for charities.
The venue is Searles holiday village, Hunstanton. There is a great range of holiday lodges, holiday cabins and holiday homes, all fully equipped with modern appliances for everything from home entertainment to home cooking. All the accommodation is centrally heated and double-glazed too, so you can enjoy the convention no matter what the weather. All you need to bring is towels and tea towels. Each unit includes parking for at least two cars. Some of the accommodation welcomes pets and there are a number of lodges with additional features to make them suitable for those with additional access requirements. Take a look at the accommodation, including floor plans etc, here. https://www.searles.co.uk/accommodation But you don't have to stay on site. You can organise your own accommodation or travel in, if you choose.
For security everyone needs to register. You can pay your £5 registration fee to Wyrdsisters Games CIC Sort Code 60-83-71 A/c No: 02937034 – please email your name and contact details to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to confirm registration and/or to book accommodation. Availability is limited so we recommend booking early to be sure of getting what you want. Join us for an adventure or several.
Discord: https://discord.gg/3AMtz3Mg
In December 2024... Warhorn: https://warhorn.net/events/contingency-2025
Here are a few pictures from ConTingency 2023, courtesy of Phil Lucas and Chis Brockley. If you missed it, you missed something rather wonderful. Why not join us this time?
