Kubb
Kubb, also known as "The King's Game" is a fantastic traditional game that has been played in Sweden for at least a century - it is a sort of cross between Skittles and Tennis. It is a strategy-based game that involves skill and precision and is usually played on a rectangular pitch, lawn, or sandy ground. The objective of the game is to knock over wooden blocks, known as "kubbs," by throwing wooden batons to ultimately topple the central king kubb placed in the middle of the pitch. Kubb is a wonderfully unique game of skill that is ideal for garden parties or just fun on a field. Kubb games can be played one against one or in teams of up to 6 players on each side. For alternative court sizes and advice on variants for younger players, please see our Kubb rules.
See also: Kubbolino.
Bex Kubb Family - Birchwood
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Bex Kubb Family - Birchwood
Ref: 001H24
£39.99
£33.33 (Ex.VAT)
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Kubb, also known as 'The King's Game' is a classic Swedish traditional game - great fun for children and adults, it's a cross between Skittles and badminton!
These quality Kubb games are imported from Sweden. Each set consists of 6 throwing sticks, 10 Kubbs, 1 King, a net bag and rules. Kubbs are 15cm long, King 30 x 7.5cm; sticks are 30 x 4cm.
Approx. Dimensions:
32 x 22 x 17cm12.6x8.7x6.7 inch
- Birchwood Kubb game - made in Sweden
- Inexpensive set that doesn't compromise on quality
- Made from solid wood from sustainable sources
- Great outdoor fun for all the family
- Includes net carry / storage bag
- Language of Rules/Instructions: English
- For ages: 6+
- Number of players: 2 - 12
- Average game time: 30 minutes
The Birchwood Kubb game is designed to be inexpensive but should still last well and be lots of fun.
The sticks and skittles are made from solid wood from sustainable plantations. Be aware that sets made from softer wood such as Pine will not last.
Please note that some of the Kubb sticks and skittles may have significant amounts of wood filler visible on them where a hole or flaw in the wood has been repaired. Rubberwood suffers from this less than Birchwood. Kubb is a game where the wood soon gets battered and dented so for most people this isn't an issue but if you need perfect looking timber, this product may not suit you.
This game is for play indoors and outdoors but it is not weatherproof or showerproof (warranty may be void if game is exposed to damp or rain).
Bex Kubb Original - Rubberwood (Plain topped King)
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Bex Kubb Original - Rubberwood (Plain topped King)
Ref: 000R62
£49.99
£41.66 (Ex.VAT)
ETA: 2 working days + transit time
Price includes delivery for Eng/Wales/Lowlands.
Kubb, also known as 'The King's Game' is a traditional game that has been played in Sweden for at least a century - it is a sort of cross between Skittles and Tennis.
Approx. Dimensions:
Kubbs are 15cm long, King 30 x 7.5cm; sticks are 30 x 4cm.Kubbs are 5.9 inch long, King 11.8x3 inch; sticks are 11.8x1.6 inch.
- Rubberwood Kubb game - made in Sweden
- Hard wearing and built to last
- Made from solid wood from sustainable sources
- Includes a carry / storage bag
- Language of Rules/Instructions: Czech, German, Danish, Spanish, Finnish, French, English, Hungarian, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Swedish
- For ages: 6+
- Number of players: 2 - 12
- Average game time: 30 minutes
These quality Rubberwood Kubb games are imported from Sweden. Each set consists of 6 throwing sticks, 10 Kubbs, 1 King and rules.
The Rubberwood Viking Kubb sets also come with 4 corner posts and a fabric bag for storing and carrying your Kubb set.
The Rubberwood Kubb set is slightly darker in colour, has fewer timber imperfections and is harder wearing than the Birchwood version.
The sticks and skittles are made from solid wood from sustainable plantations.
This game is for play indoors and outdoors but it is not weatherproof or showerproof (warranty may be void if game is exposed to damp or rain).
Bex Kubb Original in Wooden Box - Rubberwood
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Bex Kubb Original in Wooden Box - Rubberwood
Ref: 004W7K
£65.09
£54.24 (Ex.VAT)
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You may be interested in the slightly imperfect Bex Kubb Original in Wooden Box - Rubberwood currently in our warehouse at a reduced price of £34.90 (incl.VAT).
A good quality, Swedish made Kubb set by Bex, manufactured from robust Rubberwood. This excellent Kubb game comes supplied in a nice sturdy wooden box with a carry handle for simple storage and easy transportation.
Approx. Dimensions:
King: 30cm x 75mm, Sticks: 40 x 4cmKing: 11.8 inch x 3 inch, Sticks: 15.7x1.6 inch
- Robust Rubberwood Kubb game
- Good quality set
- Includes sturdy wooden box with carry hadle
- Great outdoor fun for all the family
- Made in Sweden
- Language of Rules/Instructions: English
- For ages: 6+
- Number of players: 2 - 12
- Average game time: 30 minutes
This set includes 1 King (30 x 7cm), 6 throwing sticks (30 x 4cm), 10 Knights (15x 6 cm), 4 area markers, 11 wooden box with hemp handle, rules and instructions.
This game is for play indoors and outdoors but it is not weatherproof or showerproof (warranty may be void if game is exposed to damp or rain).
Garden Games Kubb - Beech wood with canvas bag
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Garden Games Kubb - Beech wood with canvas bag
Ref: 00H217
Was: £59.99
£55.85
£46.54 (Ex.VAT)
ETA: 1 working day + transit time
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This Garden Games version of the popular game of Kubb is constructed from varnished solid beech wood, making it very durable, and comes in a smart carry bag.
The objective of the game is to knock over your opponent's blocks (Kubbs) with your batons and be the first to knock the red topped "King" over.
Approx. Dimensions:
33 x 22 x 22cm13x8.7x8.7 inch
- Made from varnished Beech wood
- Very durable and aesthetically pleasing
- Kubb is a good game of skill and accuracy
- Great for fun in the garden and at family get togethers
- Includes a convenient canvas carry bag for storage and transportation
- Language of Rules/Instructions: English
- For ages: 6+
- Number of players: 2 - 12
- Average game time: 30 minutes
Kubb can be played by individuals, or in two teams of up to 6 players. It can be played on different surfaces, but ideally you will need a playing area of at least 6 by 4m.
Contents:
- 1 x red topped King
- 6 x batons
- 10 x Kubbs (blocks)
- 1 x green canvas carry bag
Product Dimensions:
King: 30.5cm x 7.5cm x 7.5cmWooden Kubbs: 15.3cm x 5.6cm x 5.6cmWooden Batons: 30cm x 3.3cmCanvas Storage Bag: 33cm x 22cm x 22cm
This game is for play indoors and outdoors but it is not weatherproof or showerproof (warranty may be void if game is exposed to damp or rain).
Uber Games Kubb - Mango wood
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Uber Games Kubb - Mango wood
Ref: 002704
Was: £69.99
£63.70
£53.08 (Ex.VAT)
ETA: 2 working days + transit time
Price includes delivery for Eng/Wales/Lowlands.
- Language of Rules/Instructions: English
- For ages: 6+
- Number of players: 2 - 10
- Average game time: 15 minutes
You may be interested in the slightly imperfect Uber Games Kubb - Mango wood currently in our warehouse at a reduced price of £48.90 (incl.VAT).
This version of the great Swedish game Kubb is from Uber Games. Great for adults and children alike, it's a bit like skittles on a tennis court...
The Uber Kubb game is made from varnished mango hardwood. It features:
- A king with red top - 30 x 9 x 9cm
- 6 throwing sticks - 30 x 4.5cm round
- 10 Kubb skittles - 15 x 7x 7
- 4 wooden corner posts
- A Canvas carry bag for ease of transport and storage
Please note the first picture is the new varnished version. The other images are from its previous incarnation that are the same in every other way, except they were unvarnished.
Approx. Dimensions:
64 x 21 x 17cm weight 15kg25.2x8.3x6.7 inch weight 33lb, 2oz
This game is for play indoors and outdoors but it is not weatherproof or showerproof (warranty may be void if game is exposed to damp or rain).
Bex Kubb Pro Red King - Rubberwood
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Bex Kubb Pro Red King - Rubberwood
Ref: 00H624
£79.99
£66.66 (Ex.VAT)
ETA: 2 working days + transit time
Price includes delivery for Eng/Wales/Lowlands.
- Tournament standard Kubb set
- Hard wearing Rubberwood components
- Full size Pro set
- Rules and instructions included
- Language of Rules/Instructions: English
- For ages: 6+
- Number of players: 2 - 12
- Average game time: 30 minutes
A quality tournament specification version of Kubb, imported from Sweden. Each set consists of 6 throwing sticks, 10 Kubbs, 1 King and rules. Kubbs are 15cm long, King 30 x 7.5cm; sticks are 30 x 4cm.
Kubb Pro is larger than other standard Kubb sets and is the same size as used in competitions.
This Kubb game is made from rubber wood and includes:
- 1 red crown King (30x9cm; 1.5kg)
- 6 throwing sticks (30x4.5cm; 320g)
- 10 Knights (15x7cm; 370g)
- 4 area markers
- 1 cotton bag with handles
- rules and instructions
Approx. Dimensions:
65 x 22 x 19cm25.6x8.7x7.5 inch
This game is for play indoors and outdoors but it is not weatherproof or showerproof (warranty may be void if game is exposed to damp or rain).
Kubb History
It is often claimed Kubb dates to the time of the Vikings and survived on Gotland, but there is no evidence for this although there is anecdotal evidence of Kubb being played in various places in Sweden in the early 20th century. The Föreningen Gutnisk Idrott (The Society of Gotland Games), formed in 1912, does not list Kubb as one of the traditional games from Gotland. The game does show some similarity to other types of bowls and skittling games, and may share a common medieval source with them. Another possibility for the origin of Kubb is from the old English school at Harrow. During the 1860s, Harrow schoolboys were playing a game called 'Kabul' (also recorded as 'Kabbul'), in which junior boys or minor miscreants would stand in position in the gymnasium, and opposing teams of prefects would kick three footballs at them. Since 1995 there has been a Kubb World Championship held on Gotland every year.
