Hobby groups in Dorset
Below you'll find every hobby group we know of in Dorset, as well as people looking to join one.
All listings in Dorset
Rock drummer and bass player required. (Bournemouth)
Bands
A long-established melodic rock band in Bournemouth, now playing covers, is looking for a new drummer and bass player. It has been reworking recent female pop songs in a harder rock style and wants to rebuild its rhythm section.
Sign in to contactDrummer wanted for new Punk Project (Bournemouth)
Bands
A punk project in Bournemouth is looking for a drummer to join experienced, mature musicians already on vocals, bass and guitar. The group is putting together a set of punk covers and is seeking someone to complete the line-up.
Sign in to contactLooking for a drummer, lead guitarist and rhythm guitarist (Christchurch)
Bands
A new Christchurch band is looking for a drummer, a lead guitarist and a rhythm guitarist. They play soft rock, rock, classic rock and metal, and already have some songs written. They would like fresh ideas too, and say gigs can be arranged once the group is ready.
Sign in to contactDrummer available (Bournemouth)
Bands
A drummer in Bournemouth is looking to join bands and has their own equipment and transport. They have regular gigging experience in covers and function bands.
Sign in to contactGuitarist looking to jam (Weymouth)
Bands
A guitarist in Weymouth is looking to meet new people and make friends through music after recently moving to the area. They mainly play Oasis songs and are hoping to find others to jam with.
Sign in to contactBlues band need keys! (Poole)
Bands
A blues band in Poole is looking for a keyboard player to complete its line-up. They already have guitar and vocals, bass, and drums, and would also welcome vocals from the new player, though keyboards are the main need.
Sign in to contactJam Band Seeking Bass or Guitar (Poole)
Bands
A small jam band in Poole is looking for a guitarist or bassist to broaden its sound. The group currently has three men in their seventies, with two guitars and drums. They are seeking someone to join their regular playing.
Sign in to contactPop Punk Cover Band (Bournemouth)
Bands
A Bournemouth-based pop punk cover band is being started by a vocalist, bassist and drummer. They are looking for a lead guitarist to join and plan to play songs by bands such as Blink-182, All Time Low, Fall Out Boy and State Champs. No other details about rehearsal times or costs are given.
Sign in to contactBlues band need singer/guitarist (Poole)
Bands
A blues band in Poole is looking for a lead singer and/or guitarist to complete its line-up. The group currently has guitar and vocals, bass and vocals, and drums.
Sign in to contactSinger wanted (Bournemouth)
Bands
A Bournemouth band is looking for a vocalist to join a working group that already plays live shows. The current singer is due to finish after the New Year’s Eve performance in Bournemouth, so they are seeking a replacement for 2027.
Sign in to contactIndi/prog rock/rock band looking for drummer and guitarist (Bournemouth)
Bands
A Bournemouth and Poole area indie/prog rock band is looking for a drummer and guitarist. They prefer players with stage or band experience, but this is not essential as long as they can play.
Sign in to contactSherborne Area Walkers and Socialisers (Sherborne)
Walking
Sherborne Area Walkers and Socialisers is a newly formed walking and social group based in North Dorset and South Somerset. It organises walks around Sherborne for a range of abilities, along with drinks, meals and other social get-togethers. The group says it is open to people in their 40s and upwards, with events planned for most weeks, including mid-week and weekend meetings, and a small annual subscription may be needed later.
Sign in to contactKingston Group (Swanage)
Walking
The Kingston Group organises walks across south-east England, including the North and South Downs, the Surrey Area of Natural Beauty and the Chiltern Hills. It runs walks of around 4 to 10 miles and more on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Most walks use public transport in south-west London, while Sunday walks in less accessible areas are based on car transport.
Sign in to contactBournemouth Happy Monday Ramblers Group (Bournemouth)
Walking
The Bournemouth Happy Monday Ramblers are a social walking group based in Bournemouth. They welcome people to join any of their walks, which often finish with an optional lunch at a local pub or café.
Sign in to contactBournemouth Squash Club (Christchurch)
Squash
Bournemouth Squash Club is a squash club in Christchurch. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.
Sign in to contactThe J P Squash & Fitness Club (Blandford Forum)
Squash
The J P Squash & Fitness Club is a squash club in Blandford Forum. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.
Sign in to contactWimborne Town Football Club (Wimborne)
Football
Wimborne Town Football Club is a football team in Wimborne. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.
Sign in to contactSMYFC (Wimborne)
Football
SMYFC is a football team in Wimborne. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.
Sign in to contactPowerplay (Weymouth)
Football
Powerplay is a football team in Weymouth. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.
Sign in to contactSwanage Town & Herston Football Club (Swanage)
Football
Swanage Town & Herston Football Club is a football team in Swanage. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.
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