Hobby groups in Ayrshire

Below you'll find every hobby group we know of in Ayrshire, as well as people looking to join one.

All listings in Ayrshire

ExcludedDruid (Ayr)

Seeking a gaming group

Hiya my name is Mikey and I'm an ex entertainer and stand up comedian for over 30 years .. im a huge RPG gamer , well im a gamer even more so since I became disabled .this is a dream for me for 1 I love board games from when we used play every kind of board games every day almost , as a family thing. Anyway I'm a beginner and I want to learn and play so bad , ive watched videos on YouTube , ive read books too . I live in Largs and I moved here a few years ago when I took unwell and lost my dream job . My job was demanding and busy but now I do nothing but play games on my xbox x and my lenovo legion go S steam OS handheld. I'm very lonely i don't have friends since I moved away , just people i know so this for me would not only help my mental health but I could make friends again and have fun doing so . I would prefer to play with a club in Largs but I would go anywhere if that Is what it takes . So thank you for reading and I hope I can find a club and one who can help me learn to play the game its a dream for me .... Mikey G....

Elle (Kilmarnock)

Seeking a book club

I am a 57 year old female who has finally found some time for me. I would love to join a book club nearby. I read books and also listen to audible whilst out walking my dog. My favourite Genre is psychological crime, murder mystery. My favourite authors at the moment are Freida McFadden and Shari Lapena.

Brian (Saltcoats)

Seeking a book club

I'd love to join the book club I enjoy ancient alien theory stories and martial arts books which I collect

Clo24 (West Kilbride)

Seeking a book club

Hi, I am 37 and mum to 3 young children. I have, in the past year or so managed to squeeze in the time to escape into a book. I enjoy murder mystery books the most, especially one with a good twist.

Bookworm95 (Ayr)

Seeking a book club

Hi I’m Lauren, I’m 30 and work for the NHS. I’m really into thriller books, and I do like some horror. Anything with plot twist I didn’t see coming. I would love the join a book club to socialise with others who share my interests, and to be given book recommendations.

Kymara (Saltcoats)

Seeking a gaming group

First time player/Never played before, looking for a simple chill group

The Worldwide Warm & simple Book Club (Prestwick)

Book club

Our book club explores stories and ideas that help us understand what it means to be human—through empathy, courage, meaning, and hope. We read books that invite reflection and encourage us to live more thoughtfully and compassionately. The focus is on stories and ideas that are honest yet hopeful, and that inspire a more conscious, life-affirming way of living. Reflective & invitational This book club is for readers drawn to works that deepen our understanding of humanity. We’re interested in books that don’t just observe life, but gently challenge us to live with greater purpose, empathy, and responsibility. We choose books that examine what it means to be human in a positive, forward-looking way—stories and reflections that encourage personal growth, moral clarity, and thoughtful engagement with the world. Whether Biography faith, philosophy, or psychology are welcome themes I would prefer to have an online meeting at a democratically approved time

Jim (Prestwick)

Seeking a book club

I’m a reflective reader who turns to books for more than entertainment. Reading is a place of stillness for me—a way to sit with difficult questions, deep emotions, and the hope that meaning and goodness still endure. I’m drawn to stories that move slowly, respect interior lives, and aren’t afraid of sorrow, doubt, or grace. I value sincerity over trendiness and depth over spectacle. I’m most engaged by writers who approach life with humility and compassion, who understand that much of human experience is unresolved, fragile, and beautiful at the same time. Books that explore faith, suffering, mortality, love, and moral choice tend to stay with me the longest—especially when they don’t offer easy answers. I gravitate towards nonfiction with emotional, spiritual and psychological depth. I also like contemplative novels, and classics or modern classics that have stood the test of time. I also appreciate thoughtful memoirs or essays about illness, loss, endurance, and hope. I’m less interested in fast-paced plots or pure escapism, and more interested in books that feel honest and human. I like books that make me a better person. I have an MA Creative Writing and I write essays under the theme "A Writers Notebook."

Jim recommends:

A Knock on the Door.

by Ron Parsons | Learn more and buy

It teaches us to be kind, loving, patient humans who value our worldwide family

Orwellian1984 (Kilmarnock)

Seeking a book club

I’m a 41 year old nurse lecturer mother of three. I have always wanted to join a book club and finally have the time. I love to read classic literature, dystopian or ancient history. Occasionally a bit of pseudo- history. I also enjoy reading about the history of psychiatry and mental health. Bit nuanced but I would love to connect with other like minded people.

Orwellian1984 recommends:

1984

by George Orwell | Learn more and buy

I’ve read this book many times. It was written by Orwell at the end of his life and he never got to see the impact. This book resonates across generations with themes of truth, government mass control, loss of freedom and uncertainty about the future. A book relevant today and way ahead of its time.

PaladinOrama (Ayr)

Seeking a gaming group

Been a DM and player for 5+ years. Happy with any kind of genre as i have done almost all of them lol. Very Easy going. Heavy Roleplayer and Rule of Cool Enthusiast. Happy to teach anyone the art of the die.

Bookfan (Darvel)

Seeking a book club

I enjoy contemporary fiction and the classics. Looking for a bookclub to get together for book discussions and hear differing views. Thanks

Bookfan recommends:

The Nightingale

by Kirstin Hanna | Learn more and buy

Descriptive and researched narrative

The Grumpy goblins wargame club Kilmarnock (Kilmarnock)

Seeking a gaming group

We a gaming from Kilmarnock we are on every Wednesday from 7 PM - 10PM at the Masonic Hall, London road Kilmarnock We play a large variety of tabletop wargames , DnD, Gaslands, Warhammer, what a cowboy, Saga and more. All new players and veterans, Drop us a message or comment below for more info, or just show up this Wednesday! Price is £3/per person per week

Parminder (Prestwick)

Seeking a book club

Hi I am semi retired and I'm looking to start reading more books. I think having a group to discuss books would encourage me to read more. I mainly read romance or autobiographical books.

Anndra (Kilmarnock)

Seeking a gaming group

Looking for as much DnD as possible

PlotTwistPro (Kilmarnock)

Seeking a book club

I'm 42 from Ayrshire. I will read almost anything so long as it holds me interest and has me gripped from the opening page. Current author obsessions are Duncan Ralston, Lucinda Berry and John Marrs. Favourite genres are Psychological thrillers, horror and crime/mystery but I will read just about anything as long as there is a good story. Looking to join a book club to find people with similar hobbies and for book recommendations

PlotTwistPro recommends:

A Short Stay in Hell

by Steven L Peck | Learn more and buy

Total mind bender, and an interesting take on the afterlife.

Sina (Ayr)

Seeking a book club

I'm looking for a book group in or near Troon, Ayr, or Prestwick. Ideally we would meet during evenings or weekends, but I am quite flexible. Also I would like to meet in person, instead of online. I love reading the classics, thrillers, horror, historic novels and slice of life books. Not the biggest fan of romance or romantasy.

Jenny (Kilmarnock)

Seeking a book club

Hi I’m looking to find a book group near me to meet new friends and discuss our latest fav books. I like fantasy and romance books with a healthy dose of smut mixed in.

Jenny recommends:

My commander (Bewitched and bewildered)

by Alanea Alder | Learn more and buy

Fun and funny book with each book interconnected and a good dose of romance in each one.

Sue (West Kilbride)

Seeking a book club

I moved back to the village 6 months ago, am an avid reader (read every day ) Would love to be included in a book club, to discuss current reading books, and to meet new people. I love murder mysteries but read anything and everything.