The Great Brick Competition

The Great Brick Competition at Buckland Hall 25 May 2025

THE GREAT BRICK COMPETITION 2025

Sorry Entries have now CLOSED

Thank you for your interest in The Great Brick Competition 2025.

Unfortunately we have to advise you that after an overwhelming response, we have now reached the maximum capacity number of 40 entrants.

Would you like to go on the waiting list?

We do have a waiting list of back up entrants should anyone be unable to attend and if you would like to be added to this list, please email us and we will let you know should a spot become available.

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We do hope that you will still come along on Sunday 25 May 12 noon to 1.00 pm and view all the fantastic entries and the adult builds on loan for display. Plus you will be able to vote for your three favourite entries!

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DATE: Sunday 25 May 2025
TIME: 9.00 – 2.00 pm
VENUE: Buckland Hall – 18 Logan Road
Sponsored by G J Gardner Homes Franklin

Public Viewing & voting for your favourite entries
TIME: 12.00 noon – 1.00 pm

PLUS
See some great adult buiilds on display

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The Great Brick Competition 2025 | Competition Guidelines

BUILD INFORMATION

GROUP 1 (Under 7 years)

Build time: Up to 3 hours
Theme: Freebuild – entrants may build anything they like
Marks will be awarded to creations that tell a story, show creativity, imagination and originality

BUILD INFORMATION

GROUP 2 (7-9 years)

Build time: Up to 3 hours
Theme: A Robot – entrants must build a robot of their choice (there are no size restraints)
Marks will be awarded to creations that show functionality, personality and originality

BUILD INFORMATION

GROUP 3 (10-13 years)

Build time: Up to 3 hours
Theme: Home Sweet Home
At the start of the competition, entrants will draw numbers to determine t heir choice of minifigure to use in the competition. An image of the Mini Figures that will be offered will be published at least 6 weeks before the competition
Theme: Entrants must design and build a home for the Mini Figure which showcases the characteristics of their particular Mini Figure.
Marks will be awarded to creations that reflect an original and close association with their Mini Figure’s personality and character

COMPETITION RULES

Entries have now closed
Arrival & Set up time 8.15-8.45 am (set up must be completed by 8.45 am).
The competition will commence promptly at 9.00 am.
Tables and seating will be provided.
Bricks: All entrants to bring their OWN building bricks which can be any Lego branded bricks (such as Lego classic etc) or an equivalent non-Lego brick, or mix of both (sorry Duplo not included). There is no limit as to how many, or how few bricks are brought/used.
All construction MUST take place at the event ie nothing is to be brought pre-constructed.
Only a pre-drawn concept may be brought to the competition (ie no brick building instructions, box images etc).
The build time indicated is the maximum and entrants can finish earlier and then leave the front hall venue.
Accompanying adults are welcome to stay but must not give any guidance or help to entrants.

JUDGING

Judging will take place throughout the build period by the Master Brick Judge and the Judge from G J Gardner Homes
All displays will be anonymous (except for age) during the public voting period
Judging will take into account the criteria as specified in the relevant Group description eg storytelling, creativity, imagination, originality, functionality, personality and character
Final judging will take place between 12.00 noon and 1.15 pm
The Master Brick Judge and G J Gardner Homes will decide 85% of the marks with the public voting contributing to 15% of the marks
The Master Brick Judge’s decisions on all matters are final

KITCHEN/REFRESHMENTS

The Buckland Hall kitchen will offer a range of food and drinks from 8.30 am to 1.00 pm
Electronic bank payments will be possible

PUBLIC DISPLAY & VOTING

12.00 – 1.00 pm – gold coin donation entry to support Buckland Hall
The public will be invited to use bricks (provided) to vote for their favourite build in each of the categories
The public will also be able to view other models generously put on display for the event (please email info@bucklandhall.nz if you would like to offer a model for display)
The public will be welcomed to stay for the prize giving (1.15-2.00 pm)
Entrants will not be permitted in the front hall whilst judging and public voting takes place
Entrants will be able to use the rear hall during this period to also enjoy the displays plus there will be a colouring corner provided by G J Gardner Homes

PRIZE GIVING

1.15-2.00 pm (approx)
Entrants must be present to be eligible for a prize
1st, 2nd & 3rd places in each category will receive a cash prize
All entrants will be awarded a certificate
The public will be welcome to attend the prize giving

A huge thank you to our 2025 sponsor Grant Robinson owner of G J Gardner Homes Franklin. Without their generous support, this year’s The Great Brick Competition would not be possible.

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