20th June 2026: Bristol June Ant Social

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Bristol June Ant Social 2026

2026-06-20T12:30:00Z
:pushpin: Wiper & True Taproom, Bristol
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Event Page: https://fb.me/e/5ZEWrkFnN
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We’re handing over the reins to local builders Josh, Ben & William (also GROCS gang!) to host the next Bristol Ant Social at Wiper and True Taproom June 20th with the excellent steel floored GROCS arena! and also as good preparation for a big upcoming ant event in Bristol (more info nearer the time!)
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:clinking_beer_mugs: Mini robot wars in a brewery - free to spectate.
:round_pushpin: Wiper & True Taproom, Bristol, BS5 0SP
:spiral_calendar: Saturday 20st June
:train: 25 mins walk from Bristol Temple Meads Station
:bus: Easily accessible by bus
:automobile: On street paid parking available nearby
:beer_mug: Beer (brewed on site), cider, wine & soft drinks
:pizza: Pizzas stand on site - menu
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:robot: MORE INFO FOR ROBOTEERS - Sign ups: bbb.gd/signup

  • 1v1 Full combat Antweights - AWS 2025 rules (150mm starting square)
  • 2v2 PLANTS (Plastic ants) - AWS 2025 rules (150mm starting square) plus active weapon rule, plastic chassis & weapons, no acetate.

Full rules: bbb.gd/arules As usual this is in a public environment so bring minimal tools and share pit space as much as possible!

:crossed_swords: ARENA: GROCS’ steel floor arena

:memo:ROUGH SCHEDULE:
~12.30pm arrive & check in
~1.30pm Round robin 1v1 full combat round robin tournament
~3pm 2v2 PLANTS round robin tournament
~5pm remaining 1v1 full combat fights
Finish by 6.30pm latest.

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Yayyyyyyyyyy! Will try to make it!

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can’t wait for it, sounds like fun! :smiling_face_with_sunglasses:

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Final calls for sign ups, we’re basically full! :slight_smile:

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And it’s full, sign ups are closed, check out GROCS on 25th July in Gloucester for more South West Ants!

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What’s the earliest time we can start to show up, want to make the most of the day. (Probably will be late to whatever time i say anyway lol)

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No earlier than this please - need to set up etc.
There will be a final info email next week.
Also a reminder this is a GROCS/locals hosted event, not ran by BBB.

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Fights only footage from Saturday with timestamps!

Thanks to GROCS & friends for the event - make sure you check out their event on 25th July in Gloucester, and there’s another planned Bristol ant social planned for September.

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