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
Highfield (Southampton)
Book club
Meets at on Run by Clare Jackson Library service Hampshire County Council - Libraries A group of eight women who meet monthly, circulating around our members' sitting rooms. We discuss current affairs and our opinions and views about the book we have just read. Refreshments and nibbles assist discussion. We leave the selection of the book to Margaret in Portswood library who does a fine job finding nine copies of a book of her choice. The books selected are representative from those within the library. This way at some point in the year, each member will read a book that they particularly like and may read a book that they would not otherwise read. We meet at: Southampton, Hampshire Tags women only
Sign in to contactSocialist Fiction Book Group - Southampton (Southampton)
Book club
People interested in understanding socialist ideals and how they are portrayed in fiction can join this group led by Anton Klaassen. We will be discussing old favorites, modern works, and even "capitalist" literature to analyze the underlying Marxist principles. Any who join will have access to the library service. The group will meet at the Ebb & Flow in Southampton, Hampshire. All are welcome!
Sign in to contactEvening Reading group (Southampton)
Book club
We welcome new members to join us at The Art House, which is located at 178 Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7DW. Every third Thursday of the month, we engage in reading modern fiction, as well as some classic literature. This library service is ran by Richard Ashman, of Southampton City Council - Libraries.
Sign in to contactNo name bookclub (Petersfield)
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Meets at Pearl Wheeler on Run by Pearl Library service Hampshire County Council - Libraries Six women plus one man aged 40-65? Met at school (as teachers) although no longer working together Started in 2009 Meet monthly mainly in each other's home - although we have met in pubs, restaurants, a beach hut, the train to London on the way to the WBN event! We take turns to choose books We meet at: Fourways, 11 Ramshill, Petersfield, Hants, GU31 4AR
Sign in to contactPetersfield VIP Reading Group (Petersfield)
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Meets at Petersfield Library on Run by Paula Maguire Library service A reading group which caters for the needs of visually impaired people by ensuring the books are also available in large print and audio We meet at: 27 The Square, Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 3HH Accepting new members Tags audio, visually impaired
Sign in to contactPetersfield Poetry Group (Petersfield)
Book club
Karen Ayling hosts a library service at Petersfield Library which is a very vibrant and literary vocal group accepting new members at 27 The Square, Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 3HH.
Sign in to contactBonkers for Books (Petersfield)
Book club
Agi Smith's Chatterbooks program meets at the Petersfield Library. This service is for a group of 12 children between 8-11 years old who have varying reading skills. The group is currently full and we maintain a waiting list. For more information on dates, please view the website listed. The program takes place at 27 The Square, Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 3HH.
Sign in to contactChatterbooks Club (Lymington)
Book club
Are you aged 8-11 and love reading? Come and join the Book Group held at Lymington Library! The group meets every other month from 4-5pm, and is run by Mary Anne Hockey from the Library service. You'll be able to chat about books, explore new books and authors, write reviews and learn library skills. Plus, you'll get to take part in quizzes, activities and crafts - all for free! Plus, it's good fun! New members are welcome, so come and join us on the last Tuesday of every other month. Tags Chatterbooks!
Sign in to contactVIP Reading Group (Rockbourne)
Book club
Meets at New Milton Library Run by Gill May Library service Adult reading group for visually impaired people, meeting bi-monthly. We meet at: Gore Road, New milton, Hampshire, BH25 6RW Accepting new members Tags visually impaired
Sign in to contactNovel Ideas (Romsey)
Book club
Meets at New Milton Library on Run by Gill May Library service Adult reading group We meet at: Gore Road, New milton, Hampshire, BH25 6RW Accepting new members
Sign in to contactWhitchurch Library Reading Group (Southampton)
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The Whitchurch Library will be hosting gatherings for members to choose from a wide selection of reading materials. The Gill Nethercott Centre located at Winchester Road, Whitchurch, Hampshire RG28 7HP is open for new members.
Sign in to contactChatterbooks (Alton)
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Meets at Whitchurch Library on Run by Jo Clarke Library service Children\'s reading group for ages 8-12 years. The reading group is full at present but please contact the library for availibility . The group meets every 4 weeks, last meet 31 October 2012. We meet at: Gill Nethercott Centre, Winchester Road, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7HP Tags Chatterbooks
Sign in to contactAndover Library Reading Group (Andover)
Book club
The group meets at the Chantry Centre in Andover, Hampshire, with a maximum of 10 people. The venue and set of books are provided each month, and Yvonne Collins chairs the sessions.
Sign in to contactAndover Hearing Impaired Reading Group (Andover)
Book club
The group meets monthly at the Andover Library and is run by Barrie Wickens. It provides a warm, supportive environment where participants can come together to discuss a range of different books, ranging from modern fiction to classics. Anyone is welcome to join and it is especially suited to those with a visual impairment. The Chantry Centre in Hampshire is where they meet.
Sign in to contactPortchester Pageturners (Gosport)
Book club
Meets at Portchester Library on Run by Rosie Elkins Library service Informal and friendly adult group We meet at: West Street, Portchester, Hampshire, PO16 9TX
Sign in to contactCosham Library reading group (Portsmouth)
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Meets at Cosham Library on Run by Patricia|||Garrett Library service An evening group meeting in the library We meet at: Spur Road, Cosham, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO6 3EB
Sign in to contactPaulsgrove Library reading group (Portsmouth)
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Meets at Paulsgrove Library on Run by Aurora|||Batty Library service An afternoon reading group meeting in the library. We meet at: Marsden Road, Paulsgrove, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO6 4JB Accepting new members
Sign in to contactCrime readers group (Fareham)
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Led by Jennifer Hill, our group is passionate about the looking into the complete genre of detective fiction from classic Christie to Nordic Noir. In addition to taking part in World Book Day and the Women's Prize for Fiction events, we will also be organizing a Murder Mystery night later this year. Every third Monday, 6.30-8.00 pm, we get together to have a discussion on the book (as chosen by a 'blind' card vote of 1-5 Sherlock's), and welcome anyone who wishes to join to get in touch with their local library.
Sign in to contactAshcroft Reading Group (Fareham)
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Meets at Ashcroft Arts Centre on Run by Angela Hicken Library service A group of keen and chatty readers currently ranging in age from 40s to 70s. All female but not by design, we\'d welcome male readers too. We meet in the lovely Ashcroft Arts Centre in Fareham on the first Tuesday of each month from 2pm to 3.30pm. The group is led by Angela, member of Hampshire staff, and all books are chosen, collected and distributed by her. We mainly read contemporary fiction, often proof copies direct from the publishers, and sets from the library service. The group has been meeting since May 2007 with members coming and going over that time. We meet at: Osborn Road, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 7DX
Sign in to contactWallington Village (Fareham)
Book club
Meets at Wallington Village Hall on Run by Maureen Reeve Library service This group of varied ages meets on the second Thursday of the month, 7.30p.m. at Wallington Village Hall, Fareham. We have two books per month and currently pay £10 twice a year. This includes refreshments. Every evening is lively. The choice of books is wide and we do try not to reveal the end if you have been unable to finish! We have a visually impaired member who takes notes on the discussion, and are without any male member at the moment. Please contact me to find out more. We meet at: Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 8ST Tags visually impaired
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