The Pinball Office will be hosting a regular league twice a month.
Season 5 will be starting from Saturday 20th April 2024. This is an IFPA certified league.
This will be based on a Best Game format. You will have 8 games to play, listed on a scoresheet, that you complete and hand in when you’ve finished (getting someone to sign and verify the scores are correct). You only get 1 attempt at each game on the list.
The winner of each event will receive free entry to the Office, with an ongoing leaderboard kept of everyone’s results. The winner and best newcomer at each event receive a free entry voucher for their next voucher!
If you attend at least 4 of 6 meets, you will be eligible for the finals. There will be trophies for the top 3 players!
How does it work?
Book onto one of the two sessions on the League days as normal via The Pinball Office website in advance (either 10:30 - 13:00 or 14:00 - 17:00).
When you arrive, let us know you’d like to take part in the league (there’s no extra charge!). You’ll be given a list of games to play – between 8-10). Everyone gets the same list of games.
You then play 1 game only of each of the pinballs on the list (in any order), record your score, get someone to sign each one as a witness, and submit the completed score sheet.
You only get 1 go at each pinball on the list, and no chance to practise on it beforehand (that way it's the same for everyone).
Once you’ve handed in your score sheet, relax – your scores will be added to a spreadsheet which will be shown on a screen, so you can see how you compare to others.
Season 5 dates::
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20th April
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4th May
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25th May
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1st June
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15th June
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13th July
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Finals - 27th July (from 11am)
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Other things to note:
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The games will be chosen at random for each meet.
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While you can attend as many meets as you’d like, you will need to attend at least 4 sessions (out of 6) in the 3 month period to qualify for the quarterly prizes.
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Extra balls will be turned off on each game.
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Previous events:
Andy Campbell's 50th Birthday Celebration Tournament
Sunday 14th April 2024
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Celebrate @Andypc's 50th birthday with us at the Pinball Office on 14th April!
Registration will be £20 for children (under 14) and £25 for adults. Parking is an additional £3 per car if you wish to park onsite.
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Registration opens at midday on Sunday 10th March 2024, via the Pinball Office website (book now page)
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If you need to use our on site car park, you will be able to book in anytime between 8th - 13th April on our website. Just return on the same booking page and you fill find a new category called "Parking for the Tournament day".
Alternatively you can park you car for free on almost any street in Sawbridgeworth (where restrictions don't apply)
We will have trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. We will also have under 16s 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies.
Doors open at 10:00, with the Matchplay qualifying starting at 10.30.
The format for qualifying will be 3 or 4 player matches across 12 rounds (based on previous events, this means qualifying will finish around 17:30). Qualifying matches will be scored as 7-5-3-1 for 4 player matches or 7-4-1 for 3 player matches. The top 16 will then qualify for the finals.
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Click the IFPA logo to check the UK player rankings.
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If you participate in this competition, your name will be added on the official IFPA ranking list.
Previous events:
The Pinball Office will be hosting a regular league twice a month.
Season 4 will be starting from Saturday 6th January 2024. This is an IFPA certified league.
This will be based on a Best Game format. You will have 8 games to play, listed on a scoresheet, that you complete and hand in when you’ve finished (getting someone to sign and verify the scores are correct). You only get 1 attempt at each game on the list.
We award free entry on your next visit to the first place and to the top newcomer each week!
After 3 months (or 6 meets), there will be bigger prizes for the top 3 players (to be announced nearer the time).
How does it work?
Book onto one of the two sessions on the League days as normal via The Pinball Office website in advance (either 10:30 - 13:00 or 14:00 - 17:00).
When you arrive, let us know you’d like to take part in the league (there’s no extra charge!). You’ll be given a list of games to play – between 8-10). Everyone gets the same list of games.
You then play 1 game only of each of the pinballs on the list (in any order), record your score, get someone to sign each one as a witness, and submit the completed score sheet.
You only get 1 go at each pinball on the list, and no chance to practise on it beforehand (that way it's the same for everyone).
Once you’ve handed in your score sheet, relax – your scores will be added to a spreadsheet which will be shown on a screen, so you can see how you compare to others.
Season 4 dates:
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6th January
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20th January
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3rd February
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17th February
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2nd March
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16th March
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Finals - 6th April
Other things to note:
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The games will be chosen at random for each meet.
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While you can attend as many meets as you’d like, you will need to attend at least 4 sessions (out of 6) in the 3 month period to qualify for the quarterly prizes.
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Extra balls will be turned off on each game.
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The Pinball Office Second Anniversary Tournament
Sunday 7th January 2024
Registration will be £20 for children (under 14) and £25 for adults.
Registration opens at midday on Monday 7th January 2023, via the Pinball Office website.
If you need to use our on site car park, you will be able to book in anytime between 1st - 6th January on our website. Just return on the same booking page and you fill find a new category called "Parking for the Tournament day".
Alternatively you can park you car for free on almost any street in Sawbridgeworth (where restrictions don't apply)
We will have trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. We will also have under 16s 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies.
Doors open at 10:00, with the Matchplay qualifying starting at 10.30.
The format for qualifying will be 3 or 4 player matches across 12 rounds (based on previous events, this means qualifying will finish around 17:30). Qualifying matches will be scored as 7-5-3-1 for 4 player matches or 7-4-1 for 3 player matches.
Finals format TBC but it's likely to be the same as the last event - top 16 qualify, head to head rounds with best of 3, with top seed from qualifying choosing the first game, second seed choosing the second game, and decider (if needed) chosen by the top seed. I expect the comp to finish 20:00-20:30 based on previous events.
If there are more than 16 players tied for the final, a tie break game will be played on a randomly allocated machine. (I will make a spinning wheel this time!)
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Click the IFPA logo to check the UK player rankings.
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If you participate in this competition, your name will be added on the official IFPA ranking list.
The Pinball Office Second Anniversary Tournament
Sunday 7th January 2024
Registration will be £20 for children (under 14) and £25 for adults.
Registration opens at midday on Monday 7th January 2023, via the Pinball Office website.
If you need to use our on site car park, you will be able to book in anytime between 1st - 6th January on our website. Just return on the same booking page and you fill find a new category called "Parking for the Tournament day".
Alternatively you can park you car for free on almost any street in Sawbridgeworth (where restrictions don't apply)
We will have trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. We will also have under 16s 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies.
Doors open at 10:00, with the Matchplay qualifying starting at 10.30.
The format for qualifying will be 3 or 4 player matches across 12 rounds (based on previous events, this means qualifying will finish around 17:30). Qualifying matches will be scored as 7-5-3-1 for 4 player matches or 7-4-1 for 3 player matches.
Finals format TBC but it's likely to be the same as the last event - top 16 qualify, head to head rounds with best of 3, with top seed from qualifying choosing the first game, second seed choosing the second game, and decider (if needed) chosen by the top seed. I expect the comp to finish 20:00-20:30 based on previous events.
If there are more than 16 players tied for the final, a tie break game will be played on a randomly allocated machine. (I will make a spinning wheel this time!)
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Click the IFPA logo to check the UK player rankings.
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If you participate in this competition, your name will be added on the official IFPA ranking list.
The Pinball Office League - Season 3
The Pinball Office will be hosting a regular league twice a month, from Saturday 7th October 2023!
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This is an IFPA certified league.
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This will be based on a Best Game format. You will have 8 games to play, listed on a scoresheet, that you complete and hand in when you’ve finished (getting someone to sign and verify the scores are correct). You only get 1 attempt at each game on the list.
The winner of each event will receive free entry to the Office, with an ongoing leaderboard kept of everyone’s results. After 3 months (or 6 meets), there will be bigger prizes for the top 3 players (to be announced nearer the time).
How does it work?
Book onto one of the two sessions on the League days as normal via The Pinball Office website in advance (either 10:30 - 13:00 or 14:00 - 17:00).
When you arrive, let us know you’d like to take part in the league (there’s no extra charge!). You’ll be given a list of games to play – between 8-10). Everyone gets the same list of games.
You then play 1 game only of each of the pinballs on the list (in any order), record your score, get someone to sign each one as a witness, and submit the completed score sheet.
You only get 1 go at each pinball on the list, and no chance to practise on it beforehand (that way it's the same for everyone).
Once you’ve handed in your score sheet, relax – your scores will be added to a spreadsheet which will be shown on a screen, so you can see how you compare to others.
Upcoming dates:
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7th Oct
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28th Oct
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4th Nov
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18th Nov
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2nd Dec
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16th Dec
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Other things to note:
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The games will be chosen at random for each meet.
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While you can attend as many meets as you’d like, you will need to attend at least 4 sessions (out of 6) in the 3 month period to qualify for the quarterly prizes.
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Extra balls will be turned off on each game.
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Hitting the Jackpot at the Office - Tournament
Sunday 12th November 2023
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Registration will be £20 per person, plus £3 per vehicle if parking on site.
Please book online through our booking page to avoid disappointment. The booking page will be updated midday on Sunday 8th October 2023. . It's first come first served
If you need to use our on site car park, you will be able to book in anytime between 5th - 12th November on our website. Just return on the same booking page and you fill find a new category called "Parking for the Tournament day".
Alternatively you can park you car for free on almost any street in Sawbridgeworth (where restrictions don't apply)
We will have prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. We will also have under 16s prizes.
Doors open at 10:00, with the Matchplay qualifying starting at 11:05. There will be a 2 minute silence for Remembrance Sunday before the tournament begins.
The format for qualifying will be 3 or 4 player matches across 12 rounds (based on previous events, this means qualifying will finish around 17:00). Qualifying matches will be scored as 7-5-3-1 for 4 player matches or 7-4-1 for 3 player matches.
The top 2 players in qualifying will have a bye to the final.
Players 3-6 will then play in a single match semi-final, with the winning 2 players going into the final.
The final will be 4 players playing 3 games, scored in a 4-2-1-0 format (with a tie breaker game if there's a draw).
If positions 3-6 include more than four players, a tie break game will be played on a randomly allocated machine. Players will be eliminated until only the required amount qualifies for the semi-finals.
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Click the IFPA logo to check the UK player rankings.
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If you participate in this competition, your name will be added on the official IFPA ranking list.
A Flippin' Good Day at The Office - Tournament
SOLD OUT !
Sunday 16th April 2023 from 10:00
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We are delighted to announce that the next Pinball Office event will be on Sunday 16th April!
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This event is an official IFPA event and all are welcome. We’ve had a great mix of ‘veteran’ and new players at our last two events, and at the league events.
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Registration will be £20 per person, which includes free parking on site. Registration opens at midday on Saturday 4th March on the Pinball Office website (first come first served): https://www.thepinballoffice.co.uk/
As before, we will have prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. We will also have under 16s prizes.
Competition Details
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Doors open at 10:00, with the Matchplay qualifying starting at 10:30.
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The format for qualifying will be 3 or 4 player matches across 12 rounds (based on previous events, this means qualifying will finish around 17:00). Qualifying matches will be scored as 7-5-3-1 for 4 player matches or 7-4-1 for 3 player matches.
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The top 2 players in qualifying will have a bye to the final.
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Players 3-6 will then play in a single match semi-final, with the winning 2 players going into the final.
The final will be 4 players playing 3 games, scored in a 4-2-1-0 format (with a tie breaker game if there's a draw).
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If positions 3-6 include more than four players, a tie break game will be played on a randomly allocated machine. Players will be eliminated until only the required amount qualifies for the semi-finals.
Food & Drink
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Soft and hot drinks can be purchased at the Office, and light snacks will be provided.
Click the IFPA logo to check the UK player rankings.
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If you participate in this competition, your name will be added on the official IFPA ranking list.
The Pinball Office League - Season 1
The Pinball Office will be hosting a regular league twice a month, from Saturday 4th February!
This will be based on a Best Game format. You will have 8-10 games (randomly chosen) to play, listed on a scoresheet, that you complete and hand in when you’ve finished (getting someone to sign and verify the scores are correct). You only get 1 attempt at each game on the list.
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The winner of each event will receive a free entry to the Office, with an ongoing leaderboard kept of everyone’s results. After 3 months (or 6 meets), there will be bigger prizes for the top 3 players (to be announced nearer the time).
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Why join the Pinball Office League?
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Compare your skills to others – both ‘veteran’ players and those new to the hobby
Meet people who enjoy playing pinball, just like you
Learn, improve and see your progress
Prizes!
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How does it work?
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Book onto one of the two sessions on the League days as normal – these sessions will still be available to casual players who don’t want to take part in the league, so do make sure you book in advance to avoid disappointment.
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When you arrive, let us know you’d like to take part in the league (there’s no extra charge!). You’ll be given a list of games to play – between 8-10). Everyone gets the same list of games.
You then play 1 game only of each of the pinballs on the list (in any order), record your score, get someone to sign each one as a witness, and submit the completed score sheet.
You only get 1 go at each pinball on the list, and no chance to practise on it beforehand (that way it's the same for everyone).
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Once you’ve handed in your score sheet, relax – your scores will be added to a spreadsheet which will be shown on a screen, so you can see how you compare to others.
The games will be chosen at random for each meet, so we can’t guarantee which ones will be included.
The league will start with 8 games but may increase depending on feedback from players and how long it takes to complete the scoresheet.
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While you can attend as many meets as you’d like, you will need to attend at least 4 sessions (out of 6) in the 3 month period to qualify for the quarterly prizes.
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Extra balls will be turned off on each game.
The Pinball Office First Anniversary Celebration
Sunday 15th January 2023 from 10:00
SOLD OUT in 12 Minutes!
Thank You!
The Pinball Office First Anniversary Celebration - Tournament
Sunday 15th January 2023 from 10:00
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In January The Pinball Office will have been open for a year to the public - and so we are delighted to announce The Pinball Office First Anniversary Celebration Event on Sunday 15th January 2023!
This event is an official International Flipper Pinball Association (IFPA) event and all are welcome - the last competition in April had an even mix of ‘veteran’ and new players.
Registration will be £20 per person, which includes free parking on site. Registration opens at midday on Sunday 20th November on the Pinball Office website under the "Book Online" page. First come first served.
We will have prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. We will also have under 16s prizes.
Food & Drink
Soft and hot drinks can be purchased at the Office, and light snacks will be provided.
There is a café on site which is open until 15:00, the The Shed Coffee House - details here: https://www.theshedcoffeehouse.co.uk
Competition Details
Doors open at 10:00, with the Matchplay competition starting at 10:30.
The format for qualifying will be 3 or 4 player matches with rounds lasting until 16:30. (This will be approx 12 rounds.) Qualifying matches will be scored as: 1st place: 4 points; 2nd place: 2 points; 3rd place: 1 point, 4th place: 0.
The top 2 players in qualifying will have a bye to the final.
Players 3-6 will then play in a single match semi final, with the winning 2 players going into the final.
The final will be 4 players playing 3 games, scored in a 4-2-1-0 format (with a tie breaker game if there's a draw).
If positions 3-6 include more than four players, a tie break game will be played on a randomly allocated machine. Players will be eliminated until only the required amount qualify for the semi finals.
Click the IFPA logo to check the UK player rankings.
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If you participate in this competition, your name will be added on the official IFPA ranking list.
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A Day at the Office
Tournament
Sunday 3rd April 2022 from 10:00
SOLD OUT in 48 minutes!
Thank you!
Sunday 3rd April 2022 from 10:00
Save the date for our first competition at The Pinball Office on Sunday 3rd April!
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This event is an official International Flipper Pinball Association (IFPA) event and is open to all - whether it's your first competition or a you're seasoned veteran, join us for a fun day of pinball!
Registration will be £15 per person, which includes free parking on site. Registration opens at midday on Saturday 5th March (first come first served, so be quick if you want to secure your place!). If you are a subscriber of our website you will be notified before the registration opens.
We will have prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
Food & Drink
Soft / Hot drinks can be purchased at the Office, and light snacks will be provided.
There is a cafe on site which is open until 15:00, the The Shed Coffee House - details here: https://www.theshedcoffeehouse.co.uk
Competition Details
Doors open at 10:00, with the competition starting at 10:30. The format for qualifying will be 4 player matches (or 3 player, if we have an uneven number of players!), with rounds lasting until 16:30. Minimum of 8 rounds in total. Qualifying matches will be scored as: 1st place: 4 points; 2nd place: 2 points; 3rd place: 1 point, 4th place: 0
The top 2 players in qualifying will have a bye to the final.
Players 3-6 will then play in a single match semi final, with the winning 2 players going into the final.
The final will be 4 players playing 3 games, scored in a 4-2-1-0 format (with a tie breaker game if there's a draw).
If positions 3-6 include more than four players, a tie break game will be played on a randomly allocated machine. Players will be eliminated until only the required amount qualify for the semi finals.
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Click the IFPA logo to check the UK player rankings.
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If you participate in this competition, your name will be added on the official IFPA ranking list.
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