Hobby groups in Cumbria
Below you'll find every hobby group we know of in Cumbria, as well as people looking to join one.
All listings in Cumbria
Song Birds Ulverston – Feel Good Singing (Ulverston)
Choirs
Song Birds Ulverston runs relaxed singing sessions for people of all voices, including beginners and those who do not think of themselves as singers. The group teaches songs by call and response, with warm-ups, rounds, circle singing and a mix of styles from around the world. It meets in Ulverston on Mondays from 7pm to 8pm and Thursdays from 10.30am to 11.30am, and booking is needed in advance.
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Choirs
Sing Owt! is a friendly, non-audition choir in Cockermouth that sings music from folk traditions as well as jazz, rock, pop and gospel. It welcomes singers of all experience, including beginners, and says enthusiasm matters more than previous singing experience. Sessions run on Mondays from 7pm to 9pm during term time, and the group also performs regularly.
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Choirs
Sing for Fun is an all-ability singing group in Whitehaven that meets fortnightly on Wednesday evenings from 18:30 to 20:00. It is free to attend and welcomes people with no previous singing experience, as well as those who already sing in groups. The group is for anyone who enjoys singing and wants to support their mental health and wellbeing, and there is no need to read music.
Sign in to contactLakeland Voices (Kendal)
Choirs
Lakeland Voices is a harmony singing group that meets on Tuesday evenings at the Castle Street Centre in Kendal. The choir sings by ear, using call and response, and usually stands in a circle rather than using written music. It also takes part in outings and occasional concerts for local causes.
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Choirs
Fellside Singers is a Kendal choir that sings for enjoyment and performs locally. Its repertoire includes folk, traditional and contemporary songs, and it meets on Thursday evenings from 7.30pm to 9.30pm.
Sign in to contactCowgill Folk Chorale (Sedbergh)
Choirs
Cowgill Folk Chorale is a group of singers from Dent and Dentdale who meet every two weeks in Cowgill School House near Dent Station. They sing a mix of West Gallery carols, seasonal pieces, folk song arrangements and wassailing songs, mainly during the winter months. Sessions take place on alternate Monday evenings from 7.30pm to 9.20pm, and singers are sent parts and scores in advance for home practice.
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Music sessions
A traditional music session at Old Crown, Hesket Newmarket. Sessions are informal gatherings where musicians play tunes together - bring an instrument and join in, or just come along to listen.
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Music sessions
A traditional music session at The Spinners Arms, Carlisle. Sessions are informal gatherings where musicians play tunes together - bring an instrument and join in, or just come along to listen.
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Music sessions
A traditional music session at The Bush Inn, Tallentire. Sessions are informal gatherings where musicians play tunes together - bring an instrument and join in, or just come along to listen.
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Music sessions
A traditional music session at The New Union, Kendal. Sessions are informal gatherings where musicians play tunes together - bring an instrument and join in, or just come along to listen.
Sign in to contactThe Ring O' Bells session (Kendal)
Music sessions
A traditional music session at The Ring O' Bells, Kendal. Sessions are informal gatherings where musicians play tunes together - bring an instrument and join in, or just come along to listen.
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Music sessions
A traditional music session at Ruskins, Kendal. Sessions are informal gatherings where musicians play tunes together - bring an instrument and join in, or just come along to listen.
Sign in to contactVocalist Wanted (Carlisle)
Bands
A new hard rock and metal band in Carlisle is looking for a vocalist to join them. The band was formed a couple of months ago and has already written a good number of songs.
Sign in to contactVocalist Wanted (Carlisle)
Bands
A new hard rock and metal band in Carlisle is looking for a vocalist to join them. The group was formed a couple of months ago and has already written a fair number of songs.
Sign in to contactBassist and drummer needed (Barrow-in Furness)
Bands
A band in Barrow-in-Furness is looking for a bassist and a drummer to join an indie and grunge-style project. They would prefer people in their 20s.
Sign in to contactKeys Player or Lead Guitarist Wanted – Funk / Soul / Disco B (Kendal)
Bands
A newly formed band in Kendal is looking for either a keys player or a lead guitarist to complete its line-up. It already has vocals, rhythm guitar, bass and drums, and is playing funk, soul and disco.
Sign in to contactSinger looking for band :) (Carlisle)
Bands
A 22-year-old woman in Carlisle is looking to get back into singing and performing. She would like to join a band or find someone to form an acoustic duo with.
Sign in to contactTrumpet player (Workington)
Bands
A band in Workington is looking for a trumpet player to join its line-up. It already has alto sax and tenor players and says there are plenty of gigs coming up. The post is for someone interested in regular band commitments.
Sign in to contactFemale singer with strong voice for The Commitments type ban (Workington)
Bands
A band in Workington is looking for a strong female singer to join a group playing Commitments and Blues Brothers-style material. The set-up includes two male singers, brass, lead vocals and harmonies.
Sign in to contactClutched UK - Drummer required for Clutch tribute (Workington)
Bands
A Cumbrian Clutch tribute band based in Workington is looking for a new drummer. They want someone with a good level of live playing experience and strong performance quality.
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