Hobby groups in Derbyshire
Below you'll find every hobby group we know of in Derbyshire, as well as people looking to join one.
All listings in Derbyshire

Chris (Ilkeston)
Seeking a gaming group
Been playing and DM’ing rpg’s since the early 80’s. Began with Traveller and the “Red box” D&D and have played loads of different games since. Recent games in Battletech, Lord of the Rings, Kids on Bikes and Mork Borg. Currently DM’ing with the old school Dolmenwood system and 5e D&D. Plus a player in Vecna. Looking to form or join a group in the Ilkeston area for a weekly gaming session.
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SarahBP (Derby)
Seeking a book club
Hi, based in Hilton. I read fiction, especially murder mystery and horror and non fiction including psychology, philosophy and nutrition....
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Nick (Derby)
Seeking a gaming group
We are looking for DM for our group of 4 /5 experienced DnD players. We are open to any level of Experienced DM, and like a mix of roleplay and combat. Got our own terrain, models and boards, and a good place in Derby town centre.
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Dandie (Derby)
Seeking a gaming group
A group of 4 (age range 34-46) of varying DnD experience looking for a DM to play a long term campaign (Usually play Thursday nights at Boards and Swords Hobbies). We love high fantasy, puzzles, causing mayhem and laughing til our sides hurt!
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Em (Ashbourne)
Seeking a gaming group
I'm 29 and have played TTRPGs for around 10 years on and off, it's been a few years since I last played but am looking to join a new campaign for a regular meetup if possible
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New Player / New DM (Derby)
Seeking a gaming group
minimal experience only home game with son
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Amber (Chesterfield)
Seeking a book club
I love all books but particularly romance and fantasy. Im looking to make friends with similar interests as mine and just talk about books!
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Beth (Ilkeston)
Seeking a gaming group
I've been playing Dungeons and Dragons for just over a year and have been DMing a long-term campaign of my own for the last 6 months. I'm missing being a player, so am looking for a game to join.
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Levestra (Alfreton)
Seeking a gaming group
I have played with a group before and DMed a few one shots for my friends, looking for more of a committed group, possibly starting in the new year as I'm quite busy at the moment. I'll be 16 by then. I normally play spellcasters like druids or sorcerers and I am willing to be in a more roleplay heavy campaign. I also use they/them pronouns. I can get to Chesterfield, Alfreton, Mansfield, and possibly other places in Derbyshire.
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Marc (Derby)
Seeking a gaming group
Long time player looking for new game. Have played RPGs for over 10 years. Love dnd but also interested in other games too.
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WolfofWinter (Jasmine) (Buxton)
Seeking a gaming group
I am a DM with 7 years of experience running D&D 5e and 5.5e. Looking for players who enjoy RP more than combat and want to play D&D 5.5e (the newest version). They must be willing to travel to Buxton on a Thursday to play in person.
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HackerReader (Derby)
Seeking a book club
Hi there, I’m looking to share my love of reading and discussing underlying themes with likeminded people. I love scifi, western and classical books the most. I also like to read philosophy. There’s nothing better than tea and a good book on lazy Sunday
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Charlotte (Ripley)
Seeking a gaming group
I have played 1 1/2 campaigns with the same group of people within DND 5e (2014 & 2024), looking to join another group using DND 5e (2024). I'm shy to begin with but once comfortable I become quiet vocal within the group.
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Morgan (Heanor)
Seeking a gaming group
Relatively new DM looking to GM or play some in-persons!
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Dugrat (Chesterfield)
Seeking a gaming group
I played a lot when I had friends but when u left school I didn’t play anymore as work got busy
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Luke (Derby)
Seeking a gaming group
Brand new player looking to play my first campaign. Never played before but I’ve watched a few DnD podcasts and played the hell out of bg3, I understand how it’s played and I’m dying to get into a game.
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Lena (Buxton)
Seeking a book club
I’ve always loved reading, and last year I finally got back into it in full swing. I found myself reading a ton of Agatha Christie and other whodunit novels—I love a good mystery and trying to piece together the clues before the big reveal! Beyond mysteries, I’m interested in all things literature and enjoy exploring new authors and titles as well as going back to the classics. One of the more recent novels I read was Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult, which I really enjoyed. I’m also new to the Buxton area and would love to join a book group as a way to meet new people, make some friends, and connect with others who genuinely love to read. I’m looking forward to discovering books I might not have picked up on my own, sharing thoughts and recommendations, and, of course, having some fun conversations along the way.
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Tom (Derby)
Seeking a gaming group
New to Derby, keen to form or join an in person weekday evening type group to meet people and have a nice fun weeknight thing to look forward to. In my 30s, been playing since a little before 5e came out. I've played a fair few systems and oscillate wildly on whether I prefer playing or gming, so would be happy to run or play. When I GM, I find 5E hard to run and love to explore other systems/games, like Numenera/cypher system (weird science fantasy), Delta Green (x files investigate cthulhu), OSR games, powered by the apocalypse and more. I'm currently trying to write the beginnings of a climate fiction cyberpunk heist campaign using forged in the dark.
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PurpleMoon (Derby)
Seeking a gaming group
I am new to DnD and would like to be in a campaign or just have someone teach me the basics and help me get started. I am 14 so that might make people uncomfortable idk. I can be shy but I do warm up to people. But yeah would like to join a campaign or something
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