Board games
Classic favourites and easy social games for friends, families and groups.
Games • Live Sport • Desserts
Good Games.
Good Games.
Great Food.
Better Together. — The Board Game Café Blackburn
Board games, console gaming, TNT Sports, desserts, karak chai and group events — in a warm, family-friendly Blackburn venue built for quality time together.
4.9★ on GoogleFamily friendlyOpen late Friday & Saturday
£15First hour · includes 4 drinks
£8 an hourPer table · after your first hour
Free parkingOn site
Open lateUntil 2am Fri & Sat
How it worksEasy to arrive.
Easy to arrive.
Easy to stay.
Come as friends, a couple, a family or a bigger group. The pricing stays simple and the venue is built around spending time together.
1 · Choose your visit
Book a table, bring a group or enquire about private hire.
2 · Settle in
Order drinks or desserts and choose how you want to play.
3 · Stay longer
Each additional table hour is £8 after your first hour.
Choose your nightMore than
More than
board games.
Come competitive, come social, or just come for dessert and a catch-up. Pick the part of the venue that suits your night.
Console gaming
Lounge seating, large screens and console setups for relaxed or competitive sessions.
Boxing challenge
Put your score on the punch-machine leaderboard and settle who hits hardest.
TNT Sports
Every UEFA Champions League game — including Amazon Prime’s Tuesday picks — plus other major TNT Sports events. Check your fixture and screen before travelling.
See live sport →Movie nights
Big-screen group viewing, lounge seating and sweet treats for suitable events.
Movie nights →Tournaments
Team-v-team nights, leagues and friendly competitions across games and venue challenges.
Food & drinkDesserts, karak &
Desserts, karak &
game-night favourites.
Come just for something sweet or make it part of the night. Cakes, ice cream, milkshakes, mocktails, hot drinks and karak chai are all on the menu.
Groups & celebrationsBring the group.
Bring the group.
We’ll shape the night.
Birthdays, organised visits, team socials and full venue hire each have their own route.
Inside the venueSee where the
See where the
night happens.
Gaming tables, lounge seating, screens and a colourful late-night setting in The Stables.
Loved by customersGood nights leave
Good nights leave
good reviews.
Recent visitors regularly mention the atmosphere, games, food and time spent together.
“The board games create a fun atmosphere and it's definitely worth the time.”
Liaqat Hussain · Google review
“Perfect spot for good food, good vibes, and endless board game fun.”
Asaf Hussain · Google review
Quick answers
Before you come.
How much does a table cost?
The first hour is £15 per table and includes four drinks. Each additional hour is £8 per table.
Do I need to be a serious board gamer?
No. Come for games, consoles, desserts, sport, movie nights or simply a catch-up.
Can I book a birthday or private event?
Yes. Birthday parties, group bookings and private venue hire are available.
Is the café family friendly?
Yes. Families and children are welcome. For later evening visits with younger children, contact us if you want to check a particular time or event.
Opening hours
When to visit.
Monday7pm–12am
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday7pm–12am
Thursday7pm–12am
Friday7pm–2am
Saturday4pm–2am
Sunday2pm–11pm