A GROUP of Herefordshire gamers has recently celebrated six years of bringing communities together through their hobby.
Herefordshire Boardgamers is a group of like minded individuals, who are dedicated to bringing the social experience of board games to as many people as possible.
It is an inclusive group that welcomes gamers of all ages, backgrounds and experience levels to join in the fun.
It usually meets twice a month for events to celebrate gaming of all kinds.
The group celebrated its birthday with a free games day and presentation from Herefordshire Mind, the mental health charity which it raises money for.
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Over the past six years it has raised over £17,000 for good causes and have run hundreds of free events.
During the pandemic the group online and started a free community lending library which now stands at over 400 games, 50 jigsaws, giant games and tables and chairs.
The library has supported individuals, charity events and communities and there are games to suit everyone.
Co-founder of Herefordshire Boardgamers Adam Best said the aim of the group is to spread the love of gaming throughout the county.
He said: "We are always on the lookout for new volunteers to help us to expand our gaming community.
"Our aim is to make a difference and to be more than just a game night."
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