Mox in the Hole
Edinburgh's ultimate local game store: shop, play, and join a community that lives and breathes tabletop gaming.
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About
If you're walking down Lochrin Buildings near Edinburgh's Quartermile, keep an eye out for the unassuming door that leads into Mox in the Hole – a proper local game store that's as much a community hub as it is a shop. The moment you step inside, you're greeted by shelves stacked with everything from the latest Magic: The Gathering booster packs to tabletop wargaming miniatures and a carefully curated board game library. The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, with tables set aside for casual play – whether you're diving into a draft, rolling dice in a Warhammer 40k battle, or just trying out a new board game with friends. Non-members can pay a £4 day fee to use the space, but the real locals grab a £40 annual membership for unlimited casual gaming and a 10% discount on most purchases. The staff are genuinely knowledgeable and friendly, and the community feels tight-knit – it's the kind of place where you'll quickly become a regular. Pro tip: book a table online in advance through their booking site to guarantee a spot, especially during peak hours or events.
Facilities
Board Game Café
Mox in the Hole is a board game café and game store in Edinburgh, offering a board games library, table space for casual gaming, and food and drinks available for purchase, as well as hosting regular events.
Shop
Edinburgh's Local Game Store open daily offering a wide range of Board Games, Card Games and Wargames for sale, as well as events and space to come and play instore, with terrain available for wargames and a board games library.
Board Games
Mox in the Hole offers a board games library for casual gaming, with tables available for board games, RPGs, tabletop miniatures, and TCGs. Non-members pay a £4 per person table fee, while members play for free.
Full Description
Mox in the Hole is a game store located at 18-20 Lochrin Buildings, Edinburgh, EH3 9ND (also listed as EH3 9NB), United Kingdom. It is wheelchair accessible and operates Monday through Saturday from 11:00 to 22:00, and Sunday from 11:00 to 18:00. The store can be contacted via phone at +441314665465 or email at info@moxinthehole.co.uk, and its website is http://www.moxinthehole.co.uk/. Online booking is available through https://letsbookfor.com/mox-in-the-hole, where customers can reserve tables and specify game type to ensure appropriate space. The store sells a wide range of products including board games, trading card games (such as Magic: The Gathering, Star Wars: Unlimited, and others), role-playing games (RPGs), tabletop miniatures, wargames, and collectible card game singles. It also stocks booster packs, accessories, and pre-order items. The raw categories associated with the store include association_or_organization, board games, card games, establishment, game store, point_of_interest, rpgs, store, tabletop miniatures, tcgs, toy_store, and wargames. Mox in the Hole offers a dedicated play space with tables available for casual gaming. Non-members are charged a table fee of £4 per person per day, while members can use the space for free (excluding events with prizing). The store also has a board games library, which is listed on BoardGameGeek at https://boardgamegeek.com/collection/user/MoxInTheHoleEdin. The play area includes terrain for wargames. Membership costs £40 per year and includes free casual gaming, 10% off all online and in-store purchases (excluding food and drinks and mail order items), and other benefits. The store regularly hosts events for Magic: The Gathering, Warhammer 40k, and other games, fostering a strong community atmosphere. The store has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Google Maps based on 191 ratings, and a TrustScore of 4.5 out of 5 on Trustpilot based on 138 reviews. It accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments. The business is operational and is classified as a toy store on Google Maps. Additionally, the store features EV charging points operated by POD Point (UK), with 7 Type 2 (Socket Only) connectors at 7 kW each (Level 2, AC Single-Phase, 230V, 32A). The charging tariff is complex, with rates of £0.45/kWh and £0.75/kWh. The usage type is public but membership is required for the chargers. The charging station is located at St James Square site at Quarter, Edinburgh. Reviews highlight the knowledgeable and polite staff, excellent events, great prices, and fast shipping for online orders. Some negative reviews mention issues with inventory availability in-store versus online, but the owner has responded to address concerns.
18-20 Lochrin Buildings, Edinburgh EH3 9ND, UK
City Centre
EH3 9ND