About Us

"Gobstyks is more than just a club, it's part of who I am"

"I've been going to Gobstyks for longer than I can remember, it's my routine"

"I met my wife at Gobstyks, and now our son comes too"

"I was there at the start, and i'm still turning up each week."

"I only came in to use the toilets and now they wont let me leave"

Gobstyks was founded in 1997 in partnership with Games Workshop, as part of their initiative to support affiliated clubs with resources and a paid staff member. Gary James was tasked with bringing together local gamers who wanted a weekly space to play games, enjoy each other’s company, and meet new people. The name “Gobstyks,” inspired by “Goblin on a Styk,” has since earned a special place in Lincolnshire’s gaming community. While not the oldest club, Gobstyks is one of the largest and most well-attended.

Just a year after its founding, Gobstyks became independent from Games Workshop. Since then, it has grown steadily, run entirely by its members to provide the gaming environment that players have always wanted.

Today, Gobstyks remains member-run. The Executive Committee consists of five gamers from diverse gaming backgrounds, working as equals with defined responsibilities.

While our primary focus is gaming, we operate responsibly, and the committee adheres to obligations typical of any social club or organisation.

Current Structure

As of 2021, the club leadership looks like this:

Executive Committee:

Master of the Fleet – Treasurer
Master of the Marches – Events
Master of the Recruits – Membership
Master of the Arsenal – Administration/Caretaker
Master of the Signal – Public Relations & Website

Non-Executive Roles

These roles allow members to contribute to the club or enhance the gaming experience without the responsibilities of committee membership. Positions may be filled by a committee member or by members holding multiple roles, and it is not necessary for all positions to be filled.