Finchampstead subbuteo club
Friendly tabletop football in Twyford, Berkshire.
Fortnightly Mondays · 7–10pm · Loddon Hall
Beginners and returning players welcome. Equipment provided. First visit £5.

ABOUT US!

At Finchampstead Subbuteo Club, our philosophy is simple: Subbuteo should be enjoyable, welcoming and accessible to everyone.

Our club nights bring together players of different ages, abilities and experience levels in a friendly, relaxed and supportive environment. Competition is part of the fun, but enjoyment, friendship, good sportsmanship and respect for fellow players always come first.

Above all, Finchampstead Subbuteo Club is about keeping this wonderful tabletop game alive, introducing it to new players and creating friendships along the way.

Flicking Fun for All – Whatever Your Level.

club nights

Finchampstead Subbuteo Club holds fortnightly club nights on a Monday evening from 7pm until 10pm at Loddon Hall in Twyford.

Each club night offers plenty of tabletop football, with a combination of friendly matches, organised competitions and opportunities to improve your skills. Whether you are completely new to Subbuteo, returning after many years or an experienced player, you will receive a warm welcome.

Our club nights are competitive when they need to be, but always supportive, relaxed and enjoyable. Equipment is provided, so simply come along and have a go.

New players of all abilities are welcome.

Try an introductory session for only £5.00 . Come join us!

Club nights may include round-robin tournaments, league fixtures, challenge matches and special trophy events throughout the year. Members can play socially, test themselves in competitive games, with good sportsmanship, friendly advice and plenty of laughter, every evening provides an enjoyable opportunity to meet fellow Subbuteo enthusiasts.

Annual Club Membership £15.00 / Club night subs £10.00

First visit £5.00

Please let us know before your first visit so we can prepare enough tables and equipment, arrange someone to welcome you and help you get started.

This helps us make your first club night relaxed and enjoyable.

email: finchampsteadsubbuteo@gmail.com

Tel: 07391 429504

CLUB NIGHTS

Next flick-offs at Loddon Hall, Twyford

mONDAY 9TH NOVEMBER 7.00 - 10:00PM
LODDON HALL, TWYFORD

⚽ FINCHAMPSTEAD SUBBUTEO CLUB NIGHT

Another evening of flicking good fun awaits as the Finchampstead Club Championship continues!

With valuable points up for grabs, every match matters and every flick counts.

Expect competitive action, friendly rivalry and plenty of laughs as our players battle for championship glory at Loddon Hall, Twyford!

monday 23RD november
7:00 - 10:00PM
LODDON HALL, TWYFORD

⚽ OLD RULES CLUB NIGHT! 🟣

We're turning back the clock at Finchampstead Subbuteo Club!

Join us for a nostalgic evening of traditional Subbuteo, playing by the old rules we remember from years gone by.

Dust off those classic skills, relive the memories and enjoy some good old-fashioned flicking fun!

monday 7TH DECEMBER 7:00 - 10:00 PM
lODDON HALL, TWYFORD

🎄 GOODBYE 2026! ⚽

Join us for our final club night of 2026 as we celebrate another fantastic year of flicking fun!

CHRISTMAS JUMPER COMPETITION!
Wear your best, brightest or most outrageous Christmas jumper for a chance to win a special prize!

Let's give 2026 a proper festive send-off!

💜 Flicking Good Fun for Everyone!

MONDAY
4TH JANUARY 2027
7:00 - 10:00PM LODDON HALL, TWYFORD

⚽🟣 HELLO 2027 – WE'RE BACK!

Finchampstead Subbuteo Club kicks off 2027 on Monday 4th January at Loddon Hall, Twyford!

Join us for our first club night of the New Year, featuring competitive Subbuteo, friendly rivalry and plenty of flicking fun!

New players and returning favourites are always welcome.

New Year, New Challenges – Every Match Matters, Every Flick Counts!

MONDAY 18TH JANUARY 7.00 - 10:00PM
lODDON HALL, TWYFORD

⚽ FINCHAMPSTEAD SUBBUTEO CLUB NIGHT

Another evening of flicking good fun awaits as the Finchampstead Club Championship continues!

With valuable points up for grabs, every match matters and every flick counts.

Expect competitive action, friendly rivalry and plenty of laughs as our players battle for championship glory at Loddon Hall, Twyford!

monday
1ST FEBRUARY
7:00 - 10:00PM
LODDON HALL, TWYFORD

⚽🟣 FINCHAMPSTEAD SUBBUTEO CLUB NIGHT!

Join us for another evening of flicking good fun at Loddon Hall, Twyford!

Whether you're an experienced player, returning to Subbuteo after years away, or trying it for the first time, everyone is welcome!

Enjoy friendly competition, great company and plenty of laughs in a relaxed atmosphere.

Every Match Matters, Every Flick Counts!

Interested?

taster session: £5.00

Come Along, Have a Flick and Discover the Fun!

Never played Subbuteo before? Or perhaps it's been years since you last flicked a player?

Our First Flick Taster Session is the perfect introduction to Finchampstead Subbuteo Club.

Book your visit to ensure we have sufficent pitches avilable - call us on

07391 4295004

For just £5, you'll enjoy:

A warm welcome from our friendly club members.
An introduction to Subbuteo and the basic rules.
Use of all playing equipment – just bring yourself!
The opportunity to meet members and discover what our club offers.
No pressure to join – simply come along and enjoy!

No experience necessary.

All abilities welcome!

📍 Loddon Hall, Twyford

🕖 Club Nights:

Fortnightly Mondays, 7–10 pm

One Night. One Fiver.

Plenty of Flicking Fun!

Annual Membership

join us: £15.00

JOIN THE FINCHES –

JUST £15 A YEAR!

More Than a Club – A Community of Subbuteo Enthusiasts!

Enjoyed your first flick? Why not make it official and become a member of Finchampstead Subbuteo Club?

For just £15 per year, you'll become part of a welcoming community where friendship, enjoyment and a shared passion for tabletop football bring players together.

Your annual membership includes:

Official membership of Finchampstead Subbuteo Club
Eligibility to enter members-only Club WASPA tournaments.
Opportunities to participate in club leagues, competitions and special events.
Access to club coaching, guidance and player development activities.
Regular club news, updates and announcements.
The opportunity to have your say in the club's future.
A friendly, supportive environment for players of all abilities.

Annual membership is separate from club night fees

Club Night Subs

play subbuteo: £10.00

FLICK WITH THE FINCHES – JUST £10 PER NIGHT!

Great Games. Great Company. Great Value!

Join us for an evening of Subbuteo at Finchampstead Subbuteo Club, where friendly competition, enjoyment and a shared passion for tabletop football come together.

For just £10 per club night, enjoy three hours of flicking action in a welcoming and relaxed environment.

Your club night fee includes:

Three hours of Subbuteo, from 7 pm to 10 pm
Friendly matches with fellow club members.
Opportunities to participate in organised Club WASPA tournaments.
Club leagues, challenges and special themed evenings.
Playing opportunities for all abilities and experience levels.
A friendly atmosphere with conversation, laughter and encouragement.
The chance to improve your skills and learn from other players.

Whether you're playing to win or simply enjoying a few games with friends, our club nights offer something for everyone.

FINCHAMPSTEAD SUBBUTEO CLUB TOURNAMENT WINNERS WALL

2026 - 2027

Our Winners Wall celebrates club members who have made their mark at Finchampstead Subbuteo Club.

Solent Subbuteo Club claimed victory in our round robin interclub challenge on 4 July 2026.

Simon Hawley then lifted the Hospital Radio Reading Trophy on 28 September 2026, following an evening of Swiss competition.

Triumphant return to the tables after an njury layoff for Martin Trewhella, winner of the October WASPA tournament on 12 October 2026, also played using the Swiss format.

Congratulations to all our winners, and thanks to everyone who took part.

We’ll continue adding future champions, photographs and tournament details as our club’s story of tabletop football unfolds.

Finchampstead subbuteo club takes to the airwaves with Hopital Radio Reading!

A Special Night of Subbuteo, Competition and Broadcasting!

The Hospital Radio Reading Trophy provided a memorable evening at Finchampstead Subbuteo Club, as we welcomed the sports team from Hospital Radio Reading (HRR) to record a special outside-broadcast feature showcasing the club, its players and the enjoyment of Subbuteo.

On the tables, players competed in a four-round Swiss-style Club WASPA tournament, with each match lasting 24 minutes, comprising two 12-minute halves.

The evening produced plenty of competitive action, closely contested encounters and some excellent Subbuteo.

Between rounds, HRR's sports team — Maurice Moore, Richard Mark and Nuri Khan — chatted with players about their experiences of playing at Finchampstead, what being part of the club means to them, and the wider social and mental health benefits that Subbuteo can offer.

The interviews highlighted the friendship, camaraderie and sense of belonging that make the club about much more than simply winning matches.

The evening belonged to Simon Hawley, who produced a great performance to claim the inaugural Hospital Radio Reading Trophy. Simon completed the tournament unbeaten, winning all four matches to secure the maximum 12 points, finishing an impressive five points clear of his nearest challengers.

A fitting champion for a special occasion and another memorable chapter in the growing story of Finchampstead Subbuteo Club.

LISTEN TO HOSPITAL RADIO READING SPORT

Trewhella Returns in Style as the Finches Welcome a Special Guest!

It was another enjoyable evening of competitive Subbuteo at Loddon Hall, Twyford, on Monday 12th October, with Finchampstead Subbuteo Club welcoming back a familiar face and entertaining a special visitor from the world of sports journalism.

MARTIN'S BACK – AND BACK TO WINNING WAYS!

The evening's competition featured a four-round Swiss-style tournament, with players battling for points and positions across four rounds of matches.

However, the night belonged to Martin Trewhella, who made a triumphant return to the tables following a lengthy absence through injury.

It was fantastic to see Martin back among his fellow Finches, enjoying his Subbuteo once again and proving that his competitive instincts hadn't deserted him during his time away.

What better way to celebrate a comeback than by finishing the evening as tournament winner!

Congratulations, Martin! It's great to have you back, and even better to see you returning to winning ways.

Away from the action on the tables, the club was delighted to welcome Emily Legg, a London-based sports journalist and multimedia content producer who writes for The South West Londoner

Emily joined us to research an upcoming article, taking the opportunity to discover more about Finchampstead Subbuteo Club, its members and the growing appeal of tabletop football.

Throughout the evening, players were only too happy to spend time chatting with Emily, sharing their personal experiences of Subbuteo, what attracted them to the hobby and what being part of the club means to them.

The conversations also explored the social benefits of Subbuteo, the friendships formed around the tables and the welcoming environment that the club continues to develop.

And, of course, among those sharing their experiences was Emily's dad, David Legg, one of the original 'Finch Five' founding members who helped establish Finchampstead Subbuteo CluB.

CHECK OUT THE SOUTH WEST LONDONER

finchampstead subbuteo club VIDEO VAULT

Welcome to the Finchampstead Subbuteo Club video page—a chance to see our club in action! From club nights and tournament highlights to inter-club matches and the story of our founding Finch Five, our videos capture the games, friendships and personalities that make our club special.

Whether you’re an experienced player, rediscovering Subbuteo or curious about joining us, take a look and get a feel for life around our pitches.

Enjoy the action, meet the players and follow our story—there’s plenty of flicking good fun to share!

finch v solent 2026

WASPA test match series bring players from different clubs, regions and countries together for friendly competition. They offer a chance to share a love of Subbuteo, experience different standards of play and build friendships, even when attending a tournament isn’t possible.

Our Finchampstead v Solent encounter captured that spirit, with six players from each club meeting at Loddon Hall in Twyford for a day of tabletop football.

Solent took the overall honours, with both clubs enjoying the competition and camaraderie.

The finch five - our subbuteo story

The Finchampstead Five – Our Story in Song

It all started with five guys, a few Subbuteo tables and a shared love of the game.

The Finchampstead Five song and video celebrate the origins of Finchampstead Subbuteo Club and our founding five: Dave Simmill, Dave Legg, Simon Hawley, Jon Patten and Alan Cutler.

Enjoy this musical tribute to the five who got the ball rolling—and everyone who has become part of our story since.

Five guys. One shared passion. Plenty of flicking good fun!

Our Subbuteo journey... so far!

Finchampstead Subbuteo Club takes to the airwaves with Hospital Radio Reading!

Hear Dave Simmill and Alan Cutler chatting about our club, the joy of Subbuteo and bringing people together through tabletop football.

Catch our appearance on HRR’s Saturday Sports Show by following the Spotify link and joining the conversation

Discover how the game welcomes beginners, returning players and experienced flickers alike, offering competition, companionship and plenty of enjoyment. Click the link to listen and discover what makes Finchampstead Subbuteo Club special.

finch subbuteo on the airwaves

LISTEN ON SPOTIFY

meet the finchs

MEET THE FINCHES! ⚽🟣

Get to know the six dedicated committee members who keep Finchampstead Subbuteo Club running! From organising club nights and competitions to managing finances, welcoming newcomers and promoting our club, these are the people working behind the scenes to make everything happen.

Six people, one club, and a shared passion for Subbuteo!

Dave Simmill - Chairman

[AKA Subbuteo Dave]

Dave’s love affair with Subbuteo began in the 1970s, playing endless leagues and cup competitions on the living room floor with friends.

His first set, the iconic Munich 1974 edition, sparked a lifelong passion for tabletop football.

A devoted Liverpool supporter and is torn on the question of favourite Liverpool player, although when pushed it is Kenny Dalglish,

His proudest and most satisfying Subbuteo achievement is establishing Finchampstead Subbuteo Club, bringing together players who share his enthusiasm for the game.

As Club Founder and Chairman, Dave is passionate about creating a welcoming environment where players of all abilities can enjoy Subbuteo, make friendships and rediscover the magic of the game.

Away from the tables, Dave favourite holiday destination is the Greek Islands and three dinner guests would be Jürgen Klopp, Professor Brian Cox and Lee Mack!

For Dave, Subbuteo is more than a game – it's about friendship, community and keeping the flicking spirit alive!

alan cutler - vice chairman

[AKA Snapshot]

Alan's Subbuteo journey began in the early 1970s, when a visit to his cousin's house introduced him to the magic of tabletop football.

His first set, a 1973/74 Club Edition, remains proudly in his collection today!

After nearly 40 years away, Alan rediscovered Subbuteo in 2014 before enjoying another return with Finchampstead Subbuteo Club, where he became one of the original founding five.

A passionate Leeds United supporter and admirer of Allan Clarke, Alan favours a traditional 3-5-2 formation, heavyweight figures and the delicate art of chip shooting.

For Alan, club nights offer more than competitive football. They're an opportunity to escape everyday pressures, immerse himself in the game and enjoy the company of like-minded enthusiasts.

Away from the tables, Alan appreciates the footballing philosophy of Marcelo Bielsa, enjoys the Caribbean sunshine in St Lucia!

simon hawley - player development

Comming soon!

Dave LEGG - TRESURER & PITCH COORDINATOR

[AKA Leggs 11]

jon patten - branding

[AKA Longshot]

shaun ellis - match reports

Comming soon!

waspa - What is it?

WASPA: Philosophy and Tournaments

WASPA brings amateur Subbuteo players together through friendly competition at regional, national and international level. Its philosophy is simple: every player and every country deserves equal recognition, with opportunities to meet, compete and enjoy the game.

WASPA offers several tournament formats, including Regional tournaments, Promotional events and the National Cup Challenge. World rankings provide an added competitive element, while events with as few as three players allow smaller clubs to take part.

Most tournaments follow FISTF playing rules, although alternative rules and events restricted to Subbuteo equipment are also supported. Promotional tournaments have ranking restrictions to give developing players more opportunities.

Clubs can organise up to two WASPA tournaments each month: one Regional tournament and one additional event. Full regulations and eligibility requirements are set out in the WASPA Handbook.

At Finchampstead Subbuteo Club, we share this spirit of inclusion, sportsmanship and community—bringing players together for friendly, enjoyable competition.

World Amature Subbuteo Players Association

our first waspa of the new season

Simon Hawley receives the inaugural Hospital Radio Reading Trophy from HRR’s Nuri Khan after winning Finchampstead’s first Club WASPA tournament of the new 2026–27 season. The event marked Hospital Radio Reading’s visit to Loddon Hall, where their team recorded interviews and captured the action for a forthcoming sports programme feature.

Finchampstead on the Global Stage for WASPA 2026–2027

Finchampstead Subbuteo Club is listed in the WASPA Conference League for the 2026–2027 season, joining a worldwide community united by a passion for table football.

The new season’s line-up features 78 clubs across 17 nations, organised into three divisions: Top Clubs, Development League and Conference League. Finchampstead is among the 50 clubs in the Conference League, where the emphasis is on development, growth and global community.

For our growing Berkshire club, inclusion is another encouraging milestone in a journey that began with games in members’ homes and has developed into regular club nights at Loddon Hall in Twyford. It places the Finchampstead name alongside clubs from across the UK and around the world.

Our focus remains on welcoming players of all abilities, enjoying friendly competition and helping members develop their game. Club WASPA events give us an opportunity to support those aims while contributing to the wider amateur Subbuteo community.

From local flicks to international recognition, we’re proud to be part of the WASPA family.

Finchampstead Subbuteo Club — Flicking Good Fun for Everyone!

Action from the Finchampstead Subbuteo Club, Hospital Radio Reading Trophy at Loddon Hall Road

Finchampstead Subbuteo Club is proud to be one of the 50 clubs in the WASPA Conference League for the 2026–27 season joining clubs from around the world, united by a shared passion for Subbuteo.

Our Club WASPA tournaments give members the chance to contribute to our club’s standing.

It’s another exciting step as we continue to grow and welcome players of all abilities.

ENGLISH SUBBUTEO ASSOCIATION

WHO ARE THEY?

The English Subbuteo Association (ESA) is the national body for Subbuteo and table soccer in England, supporting players, clubs and events across the country. It welcomes everyone, from international competitors to returning enthusiasts and those discovering the game for the first time.

Run by dedicated volunteers with a passion for Subbuteo, the ESA helps organise national tournaments, supports new and established clubs, and promotes an accessible, enjoyable hobby for all.

Finchampstead Subbuteo Club is proud to be affiliated with the ESA, sharing its commitment to bringing people together and keeping the spirit of Subbuteo alive.

https://www.englishsubbuteoassociation.com/

For full details and membership,