Hobby House is a miniatures store and tabletop gaming venue at Amplevine House, Dukes Road, Southampton SO14 0ST. It is close to Southampton University in Highfield and not far from The Hobbit Pub, although the address is best checked before setting off because one directory listing does not currently provide a confirmed business page. The venue is run by Hobby House Models (Amplevine House) Limited, directed by Liam Trevor Dempsey.
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The shop covers several popular tabletop ranges, including Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar, Horus Heresy, The Old World, TTCombat and Magic: The Gathering. There are also hobby supplies, paints and tools. The online range has included Dropzone Commander starter and faction products, Orks pre-orders such as the Weirdboy, Big Mek Dakkarig, Wartrakk and Trukk, plus Space Marines including the Librarian. For online orders, the store advertises free shipping over £80 and same-day dispatch. One customer reported ordering at 13:30, receiving same-day dispatch and getting the parcel the following morning.
The venue is set up for spending time at the tables rather than simply buying models. It has split levels, two bars, a large beer garden, painting stations and a café serving coffee and milkshakes, including Biscoff milkshakes. Gaming tables come with themed terrain, charging points and wireless chargers. Hobby House also hosts bands and music festivals during the year, including ale, cider and Messtival events, so the atmosphere can extend beyond a standard gaming shop. Google Maps shows a 5/5 rating from 76 reviews, although opening hours and current event details are not included in the available information, so it is sensible to check the latest listings before travelling.
For players interested in organised gaming, The Hobby House Cup, a Blood Bowl event presented by SCRUBB League, was listed for Saturday 10 October, with tickets priced at £20 or £25 including lunch. As the current date is 29 August 2026, readers should confirm the year and availability before making plans.
Published Date
29 August 2026
