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
Suzanne (Alfreton)
Seeking a book club
I’m trying to be a self published writer and would like the group’s opinions on my work as all constructive criticism is welcome. My work is time travel sci fi. So I wondered if you could help make a lonely up hill struggle a little easier. Thanks
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Seeking a book club
I’m trying to be a self published writer and would like the group’s opinions on my work as all constructive criticism is welcome. My work is time travel sci fi. So I wondered if you could help make a lonely up hill struggle a little easier. Thanks
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Seeking a book club
I'm simply looking for a group of literary loving people to read a book together and meet to discuss it :)
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Seeking a book club
Looking for like minded people who enjoy reading and wish to discuss books
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Seeking a book club
I recently moved to England. I would love to find a book club near me to meet other book lovers like myself and talk about what we read.
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Refugees from Reality - RPGs and Board Games in Chesterfield (Chesterfield)
Gaming group
This Chesterfield group meets on Friday evenings for role-playing games and board games, and says it has been running for more than 35 years. Meetings take place at Parish Centre, Stonegravels, and there is a £5 charge on arrival to cover costs. It welcomes people aged 16 and over and notes that snacks and drinks can be brought along.
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The Coven Book Club (Chesterfield)
Book club
This is a friendly online book club in Chesterfield that meets once a month to discuss one book at a time. It reads both fiction and non-fiction, with choices inspired by magic, folklore, nature, history, mystery and the unknown.
Sign in to contactJapan-UK Cultural exchange 日本・英国文化交流, East Midlands (Derby)
Language exchange
This Derby-based group brings together people interested in Japanese and British culture for language exchange and social meet-ups. It says events are mainly held in coffee shops, pubs and restaurants, where members can practise Japanese or English and get to know one another. The organiser notes that mistakes are normal and that the group is open to people from Japan and elsewhere.
Sign in to contactFree Meditation & Yoga Derbyshire 2026 (Derby)
Meditation
This Derby group runs free Sahaja Yoga meditation meetings twice a month on Saturdays from 11.00am to 12.30pm at Chellaston Library in Chellaston. Sessions include an introduction and practical activities to help people reach a meditative state. They are run by volunteers, and no mats or special clothing are needed.
Sign in to contactDerby Scribes - writing group (Derby)
Writing
Derby Scribes is an informal, friendly writing group based in Derby. It meets on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Monday of each month, and its sessions include interactive workshops and discussion-based seminars covering different aspects and styles of writing.
Sign in to contactNANI??! - Anime & Geek Group (Derby)
Fandoms
NANI is an online anime and geek group founded in 2021, covering manga, videogames, Japanese culture, fandom discussion, watch parties and games. It holds regular sessions on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays of the month, with extra activities such as gaming, tabletop sessions, art club and some face-to-face meet-ups. The group is for adults aged 18 and over, and members need to be comfortable with adult content and able to use Discord.
Sign in to contactMatlock & Dales CAMRA (Matlock)
Real ale
The Matlock & Dales branch of CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale. Branches organise socials, pub crawls, brewery visits and beer festivals, and anyone who enjoys real ale, cider and perry is welcome.
Sign in to contactHigh Peak, Tameside & Goyt Valley CAMRA (Matlock)
Real ale
The High Peak, Tameside & Goyt Valley branch of CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale. Branches organise socials, pub crawls, brewery visits and beer festivals, and anyone who enjoys real ale, cider and perry is welcome.
Sign in to contactDronfield and District CAMRA (Chesterfield)
Real ale
The Dronfield and District branch of CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale. Branches organise socials, pub crawls, brewery visits and beer festivals, and anyone who enjoys real ale, cider and perry is welcome.
Sign in to contactDerby CAMRA (Derby)
Real ale
The Derby branch of CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale. Branches organise socials, pub crawls, brewery visits and beer festivals, and anyone who enjoys real ale, cider and perry is welcome.
Sign in to contactChesterfield and District Branch CAMRA (Chesterfield)
Real ale
The Chesterfield and District Branch branch of CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale. Branches organise socials, pub crawls, brewery visits and beer festivals, and anyone who enjoys real ale, cider and perry is welcome.
Sign in to contactAshbourne and District CAMRA (Ashbourne)
Real ale
The Ashbourne and District branch of CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale. Branches organise socials, pub crawls, brewery visits and beer festivals, and anyone who enjoys real ale, cider and perry is welcome.
Sign in to contactChesterfield Local Group (Chesterfield)
Birdwatching
Chesterfield Local Group is a local group of the RSPB. Members meet for talks, birdwatching trips and walks, and help with conservation work. Newcomers and beginners are welcome.
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