The Dice & Meeple

09/09/2026

This is why SKULL never leaves my game bag.

Some games earn their place by doing an awful lot with almost nothing.

SKULL gives each player four beautifully illustrated discs: three flowers and one skull.
You play them facedown in turns, then eventually bid on how many discs around the table you think you can reveal without finding a skull.
That’s pretty much it... and the tension starts almost immediately!

It’s a bluffing game, but you don’t need an immaculate poker face or an elaborate web of lies. It's what you play, and when you play it that does most of the talking.
And as everyone gains confidence, the bids get bolder, the reveals get slower… and the table gets considerably louder! 😁

SKULL has been a staple of my game bag since TD&M began. It’s compact, beautiful, quick to teach and reliably creates some of the biggest reactions of the evening.

Have you played it yet? 💀

02/09/2026

I moved to Hove three years ago. A completely new town. I knew literally nobody.
My wife found a "dads only social get together". So I went not sure what to expect.
3 years later, I am now hosting one of these "dads social" and giving back of my time and skills to provide fathers of all ages and backgrounds, a fun filled evening!

gave me somewhere to go and people to meet. Perhaps most importantly, it offered a safe place to say when things were difficult at home or had been wearing me down.

No matter the worries I share, what comes back is always kindness and support: other dads making time to listen, offering advice, helping practically or pointing me towards options I haven’t considered.

That’s why I started volunteering with Dad La Soul. I wanted to give something back and perhaps help the next dad walking through the door for the first time. Make them feel as welcome as I did.

The work they do matters enormously. It creates space for dads to support one another, enjoy time with their children and push back against that tired idea that fathers are somehow substitute parents.

So this particular event means a lot to me.

On Thursday 17 September, I’ll be bringing The Dice & Meeple to .uk for a cool Dad La Soul board games night in Worthing.

As usual, I’ll bring with me a varied library of games, teach everything from scratch and help everyone find something they’ll enjoy. I’m incredibly excited to share something I love with a group that has given me so much.

📅 Thursday 17 September
⏰ 7–10pm
📍 Spun Records, Worthing

🎟 Find the details and book from the link in the bio!

01/09/2026

Kind Words

Going to an event alone can be a bit scary...

"What if I'm a bit late? Will I fit in? I don't know any of the games they play..."

Joining a Meet Play Laugh session removes all of that.
You won’t be left standing awkwardly, wondering where to sit or how to join in. I’ll welcome you, introduce you to people, help you find the right table and teach you everything you need to know.

You don’t need to know the games, bring any with you or arrive with a group.
Just come in, take your seat and be ready to have fun. We’ll take care of the rest.

Oliver described the experience rather perfectly 💛

Fancy giving it a try?

Meet Play Laugh
Every Wednesday · 7–10 pm
BeerBelly, Hove

🎟️ Find upcoming dates and book through the link in our bio.

See you soon!
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19/08/2026

GOING WEEKLY 🚀

Something rather lovely is happening this September: TD&M Meet Play Laugh events are becoming a weekly thing at BeerBelly Micropub & Bottleshop 🎉

Starting Wednesday 2 September, I’ll be there every Wednesday evening, from 7–10 pm.

This is a genuine milestone for me!
However, the best bit is what it means for you: more opportunities to come along, discover brilliant games, meet lovely people and make fun a recurring part of your week!
Come solo, bring someone or gather a group of friends; I’ll help everyone find their feet and the right game for a memorable night...

And there’s more: on Thursday 17 September, I'm bringing my big bag of games to Worthing for a special Dad La Soul × TD&M game night at Spun Records!
A brilliant collaboration in a venue full of character. You should expect at least some music themed games to get your blood pumping. I’m very excited about this one 🎺

Tickets and full details through our website or the link in the bio.

17/08/2026

HOLIDAY GAMES ☀️

If things have seemed a little quiet here lately, it’s because I’m away on holiday! 😎

But I wanted to share something rather lovely: I’ve realised that, as a family, we’ve played far more games than usual.

Now that my youngest is four, simple card and dice games are becoming much easier to bring out: while waiting at the airport, sitting in a restaurant or hiding from the heat…

The two favourites so far are UNO, complete with seriously sassy taunting from my four-year-old 🤣, and Pass the Pigs, one of the best push-your-luck games to play with children.
As you can see, my youngest rolled up quite a score…and then had the good sense to stop! A lesson some adult gamers never quite master... 🐷

Pass the Pigs also holds some of my fondest childhood holiday memories. The copy in this Reel is the very same one I played with my brother, sister, parents and grandparents! 🥰

Funny how such a tiny game can carry so many memories.

What’s your favourite holiday-game memory?

26/07/2026

Lovely faces...

Look at those happy faces!

I am so humble by the passion and enthusiasm my players put in the games each time. Even those that came for the first time. Even those that didn't know anyone...

I am very grateful to be their choice of evening entertainment on a Wednesday. And touched by the kind words they share with me and each other at the end of the night 🙏

We had such a great time again. 9 players split over 2 tables for a couple games to break the ice and get everyone going.

Then we finished with a hilarious game of Bristol 1350.

And despite getting a rule a bit wrong (🤦), it was a blast! Watching all players getting more involved, more tense and more ruthless as the carts reached the finish line was incredible.

The finish was grand too, with all 3 carts getting out of Bristol in the same turn, but only the last 2 players of the last cart were healthy and won 🎉

I can't wait to see them again on August 5th. And hopefully some new faces too!

Will you be one of them?

22/07/2026

14/07/2026

🎟️ We've got a new ticket home!

After plenty of great events, we've officially moved house to Ticket Tailor! 🎉
Why?
Because it gives us a smoother booking experience and leaves more money to spend on the important things...
Like more games. 😏🎲

They're also a B corp. And the planet being an important thing for us, it aligned a bit more with our ethos 🌍

If you're joining us at a future event, just head to the link in our bio to grab your seat.
Same host.
Same tables.
Same laughs.
Just a new ticket home.

Thanks, Ticket Tailor – we're excited to be on board!

12/07/2026

Being a Games Master doesn't ensure victory contrary to popular beliefs 😂😭🙈

06/07/2026

Race on 🏁

A fresh new batch of games dropped last week!

Among them, the funny crazy high octane marble race game "Whirly Derby" (by ).
A hilarious little bet and race game that's gonna make you lose your marbles!

Join us Wednesday night at our favourite venue for some good old fashion fun.

No screens. No rulebooks. No pressure.
Sit down, meet people and play 👏

🎟️ Tickets still available on eventbrite. Check the link in the bio!

See you there 😁 🔴 🔵 ⚫

Flo
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