The long-running UK Nationals returns, hosted by the Warmachine team! Join us for a fantastic weekend of matched play, prizes, and community

Established many moons ago, the Nationals has been a staple of the UK scene that’s passed through the hands of many fantastic community organisers. For the first time this year, the Warmachine team are taking on the torch!

When & Where

• September 26–27, 2026
• Wayland Games Centre, Brentwood, Essex

Bring up to two 100-point fully painted lists and get ready for two days packed with adrenaline-fuelled games of skill and good sport. Whether you're an experienced warcaster or new to the Iron Kingdoms, you're going to have a blast!

The UK Nationals is an official Iron Gauntlet qualifier* for 2027, meaning players will earn points that go towards qualifying for the Iron Gauntlet Finals.

The Iron Gauntlet is Warmachine’s flagship matched play championship. Throughout the year, community organisers run sanctioned qualifiers where players fight epic battles to earn points, glory, and the chance to compete in the prestigious Iron Gauntlet Finals. The Iron Gauntlet Finals are pinnacle events run twice a year by the Warmachine team at Lock & Load US and Lock & Load Europe. Find out more.

Event timings

Saturday
09:00–09:45 Registration
10:00–12:30 Round 1
12:30–13:00 Lunch
13:00–15:30 Round 2
15:30–18:00 Round 3
18:00–Close Open Gaming

Sunday
09:00–11:30 Round 4
11:30–14:00 Round 5
14:00–14:30 Lunch
15:00–17:30 Round 6 (if needed)
17:30–18:00 Awards