Hobby groups in Hampshire

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

All listings in Hampshire

Glen (Eastleigh)

Seeking a book club

I read a lot of fiction but tend to read a limited number of authors. I would benefit from learning which books other people enjoy

Charlotte (Fareham)

Seeking a book club

Young woman in science who enjoys reading on my lunch breaks and when there is free time on weekends. I enjoy crime, mystery and thriller.

Matt92 (Farnborough)

Seeking a book club

I have just discovered a love for reading, as a new reader I am still discovering what genres I like and I don't like so I'm looking to join a book club to read new books, new genres and discover different authors

Faith (Emsworth)

Seeking a book club

I am 17 and like reading fantasy, romance or thriller books, but I also like talking about all types of books.

abbyreadz (Basingstoke)

Seeking a book club

i’m looking for a group of people i can share my love for dark romance / thriller genres whether it’s on paperback or e-books! i’d love to meet for costa and discuss recommendations

Laura (Hayling Island)

Seeking a book club

Hello! Im in my 30s and eager to join my first book club - if they are still a thing! I would be able to meet once or twice a month

Basil Draffinian (Winchester)

Seeking a book club

I am very intrigued by the good old books and novels. I want to make friends who share this interest.

Natacha Harding (Farnborough)

Seeking a book club

Avid reader of almost any genre, fiction and non-fiction.

Deck n Roll (Fareham)

Gaming group

Deck n Roll is a friendly tabletop gaming group in Fareham that runs regular in-person game nights. Sessions include beginner-friendly Dungeons and Dragons one-shots, try-outs of newer systems such as Daggerheart, and casual board games. It welcomes both newcomers and experienced players, including people who want to join a game or run one themselves.

Cosham Board Gamers and Roleplayers (Havant)

Gaming group

Cosham Board Gamers and Roleplayers is a group where people meet to play board games and take part in tabletop roleplaying games at Playground Portsmouth on Cosham High Street. Board games run on Tuesdays from 7pm to 11pm, and roleplaying games are held on Fridays. The group is currently looking for willing game masters.

'Spiritual' Book Group (Havant)

Book club

This Havant book group welcomes people interested in spirituality and meeting others with similar interests. It gets together once a month to talk about that month’s book and choose the next one. The reading list includes The Two Hands of God, followed by Your Brain is God and How to Know God.

Southsea Book Club (Southsea)

Book club

Southsea Book Club is a group for people who want to read more and meet others locally. It focuses mainly on books that often appear in top 100 lists, with some classics possibly included, and the emphasis is on enjoyment rather than study. Each meetup costs £2 to cover the website fee.

Gosport coffee and book club (Gosport)

Book club

This is a call for other readers in the Gosport and Fareham area to start a book club. The aim is to focus on murder mysteries and thrillers, with meetings for book discussion, socialising and coffee. Possible public meet-up spots mentioned include Gosport Discovery Centre and Coffee No1 in Fareham.

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Hampshire Creative Life Drawing (Romsey)

Sketching & art

This Romsey group is for people interested in creative life drawing, with a focus on colour, light, texture, movement and tension rather than copying a photograph. It hopes to begin a course in September, subject to coronavirus restrictions, and is inviting people to join the group and make contact in the meantime.

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Portsmouth Japanese Language & Culture Group (Portsmouth)

Language exchange

This Portsmouth group brings people together to practise Japanese, take part in language exchange and learn more about Japanese culture and traditions. It welcomes both beginners and fluent speakers, and says it aims to offer a relaxed, supportive setting for conversation and meeting new friends. Planned activities may include social meet-ups, online conversation practice, beginner lessons and culture workshops.

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Southampton German English 1-to-1 Sprachaustausch (Southampton)

Language exchange

This Southampton language exchange brings people together to practise English and German in one-to-one conversations. Participants speak in pairs for 15 minutes in each language, then swap partners and repeat, with all levels welcome though it may suit those who are not complete beginners. There is a £1.50 charge to attend, which helps cover Meetup and Zoom costs.

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Southampton Spanish & English Meetup (Southampton)

Language exchange

This Southampton group meets regularly for Spanish and English conversation, giving people a chance to practise both languages while socialising. It has been running around Southampton since 2013 and welcomes new members.

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Spanish-English native language exchange. Meetup Group (Portsmouth)

Language exchange

This Portsmouth group is for Spanish-English native language exchange, with the chance to join Salsa and Bachata classes, events and Spanish-latino or English socials. It is looking for people to join so that events can be organised.

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Mindful Ladies in Sothampton (Southampton)

Meditation

This is a women-only group in Southampton that meets for mindfulness, meditation and self-care in a relaxed setting. It also arranges social activities such as coffee meet-ups, walks or runs, dinners, pub visits, cinema and theatre outings. The group says it is open to those interested in mindfulness or simply looking to join in socially.

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South Hampshire Meditation and Mindfulness Group by Samadhi (Southampton)

Meditation

This Southampton group offers meditation and mindfulness sessions, with a focus on helping people build these practices into everyday life. It uses meditations from Buddhist and other contemplative traditions, and explores ideas aimed at relaxation, stress relief and developing qualities such as patience and compassion. The sessions are open to everyone.