Get ready for Hampshire’s ultimate trading card and pop culture gathering! On Sunday 2 August 2026, Badger Farm Community Centre in Winchester (SO22 4QB) hosts the highly anticipated Hampshire Collector Con. Running from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and co-presented by CW Events Hampshire and South Coast Card Co., this high-energy community fair brings together over 25 specialist vendors across 40+ trading tables for an exciting day of buying, selling, and trading.
Event Schedule & Opening Times
Hampshire Collector Con takes place at Badger Farm Community Centre on Sunday 2 August 2026:
- Event Date: Sunday 2nd August 2026
- Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Badger Farm Community Centre, Badger Farm Road, Winchester, Hampshire (SO22 4QB)
- Organisers: CW Events Hampshire & South Coast Card Co.
- Target Audience: Pokemon fans, TCG players, card collectors, and pop culture enthusiasts of all ages.
Event Highlights & Trading Tables
A high-energy, community-driven gathering bringing together hundreds of collectors and traders under one roof:
- 25+ Vendors & 40+ Tables: Browse a huge collection of raw and graded Pokémon cards, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering, Lorcana, and One Piece TCG.
- Sealed Product & Vintage Finds: Shop booster boxes, elite trainer boxes, rare vintage cards, and hard-to-find pop culture collectibles.
- Buy, Sell & Trade: Bring your binders and card collections to trade directly with expert vendors or fellow enthusiasts.
- Community Atmosphere: Meet local collectors, compare card grades, and connect with Hampshire’s growing TCG community.
Ticket Prices & Admission
Tickets start from £2.50 per person. Advance booking is highly recommended as capacity is limited and tickets sell quickly:
- Ticket Pricing: From £2.50
- Booking Link: Reserve your entry pass directly on Eventbrite
How to Get to Badger Farm Community Centre
Badger Farm Community Centre is situated just south of Winchester city centre, adjacent to the Sainsbury’s superstore:
- By Car: Easily accessible from the M3 (Junction 11) or the A3090 Badger Farm Road. Follow signs towards Badger Farm Sainsbury’s.
- By Bus: Frequent bus services (including the Stagecoach Oliver’s Battery / Badger Farm routes) run regularly from Winchester Bus Station and Train Station directly to Badger Farm.
- By Train: Winchester Railway Station is roughly a 10-minute taxi drive or direct bus ride away.
Parking Information
Free parking is available directly on-site for visitors:
- Community Centre Car Park: Ample free parking spaces are available directly outside Badger Farm Community Centre and the adjoining retail area.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Hampshire Collector Con taking place?
- The convention takes place on Sunday 2 August 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
- Where is the event located?
- It takes place at Badger Farm Community Centre on Badger Farm Road in Winchester (SO22 4QB).
- How much are tickets for Hampshire Collector Con?
- Tickets start from £2.50 per person and can be booked in advance online via Eventbrite.
- Can I bring my own cards to sell or trade?
- Yes! Visitors are encouraged to bring their card binders and collections to trade with trusted vendors and fellow enthusiasts.
- What trading card games will be available?
- Vendors will feature Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering, Lorcana, and One Piece TCG, alongside vintage pop culture collectibles.
- Is parking available at Badger Farm Community Centre?
- Yes, ample free parking is available directly on-site at the community centre car park.