Hobby groups in Lancashire

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

All listings in Lancashire

Katherine (Preston)

Seeking a book club

I love reading and listening to audio books. I'd like to meet like minded people who have a shared interests in books and discussing our experiences of reading them. I'm forever nagging my friends to read or listen to books I've enjoyed to have someone to engage in discussions about the story. Since my friends are usually as the same page, pun intended, it'd be great to meet people who are reading the same stories and to talk about these.

Glenn (Preston)

Seeking a book club

I’m a retired ex English teacher with a strong interest in Literature, predominantly but not exclusively contemporary literature. I tend to favour what might be called ‘literary fiction’ rather than specific genres like SF or horror but I generally like talking about books and ideas. I read lit crit and poetry, watch plays, including Shakespeare, and films.

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BLTC Art Club (Lancaster)

Sketching & art

BLTC Art Club is a Lancaster-based art group that meets at Bowerham Lawn Tennis Club on the first and third Thursday of each month from 6pm to 7.30pm. It provides art materials and a weekly prompt, with no tutoring offered, and people do not need any previous experience. Attendance costs £3 per person to cover equipment and use of the space. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

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R-Ladies Lancaster (Lancaster)

Photography

R-Ladies Lancaster is a local chapter of the wider R-Ladies network in Lancaster, offering social and collaborative learning to help members build their R skills and knowledge. It welcomes people at all levels, from beginners to experienced users, and supports mentoring, networking and shared learning. The group says events are intended for women, with a respectful welcome for men and an inclusive approach towards queer and trans people.

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Blackpool French Meetup Group (Blackpool)

Language exchange

Blackpool French Meetup Group is being proposed for people in Blackpool who would like to chat in French. The organiser says they have recently moved to the town and noticed there was no local group for this kind of language exchange. It is intended to bring together people who want to practise speaking the language.

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Preston reiki meditation and life-coaching meetup group (Preston)

Meditation

This Preston group offers Reiki, meditation and life-coaching activities, including introduction talks with optional meditation and guided meditation evenings. It also runs monthly Reiki share groups in person and online, plus monthly Heart Intelligence circles for three or more participants. The listing mentions one-to-one Reiki sessions and training as well.

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Lytham and St Annes Wine Girls Nights (Blackpool)

Wine tasting

This social group for women meets for evenings out in the Lytham and St Annes area. It focuses on dining out, sampling different wines, and playing games in a relaxed setting. The group is open to both wine enthusiasts and those who simply enjoy a glass with friends.

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Manchester K-pop Fans (MKF) (Salford)

Fandoms

This Salford-based meetup is for people interested in K-pop and wider Korean culture, including Korean drama and food. It brings together fans of artists from BIGBANG and BTS to Girls’ Generation and Twice, and the organiser says the group is open to ideas for events and social activities. No meeting time, location details or cost are given.

Preston's Gamer's Guild - Board Games every Tuesday evening (Preston)

Gaming group

This Preston board game group has been running for eight years and usually attracts 25 to 30 people each week. It meets at Plungington Community Centre every Tuesday from 6:30pm to around 10pm, with games ranging from modern board games to wargames. The first visit is free, then attendance costs £3 per week.

North West Witchy Book Club (Accrington)

Book club

North West Witchy Book Club in Accrington meets monthly to read and talk about a mix of witchy books, including spell books, tarot guides, mystical fiction and historical titles. It welcomes both experienced practitioners and people who are new to witchcraft, and says that everyone is welcome to take part in its inclusive discussions. The listing does not mention any cost.

Radcliffe book club (Bury)

Book club

A pair of book lovers are looking for others to help start a friendly book club. They want to meet locally around Radcliffe, with possible meet-ups in Whitefield, Bury or Prestwich, to chat about what they are reading over coffee and cake.

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Meditating with Olga (Chorley)

Meditation

This meditation group offers short guided sessions online on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, with the aim of helping people build or maintain a regular practice. The sessions run in blocks of eight and are described as suitable as an introduction to meditation. It uses a pay-what-you-can approach, with £1 suggested and a lower amount possible if needed.

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Preston Buddhist Meditation (Preston)

Meditation

Preston Buddhist Meditation is based at Vajravarahi Kadampa Meditation Centre near Preston city centre and offers Buddhist meditation and teaching in a community setting. It includes free 30-minute meditation sessions, classes on meditation and Buddhist thought, and an informal discussion group, with both in-person and online options. Orientation sessions are available for newcomers, and the group also runs volunteering activities and occasional retreats and special events.

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Bolton Kadampa Buddhist Meditation Meetup Group (Bolton)

Meditation

This Bolton town centre group meets on Tuesdays from 7pm to 8:15pm for meditation classes. Each session includes a breathing meditation, a teaching with practical advice based on Buddhist themes, and a closing meditation. It is open to everyone, and no previous meditation experience is needed.

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Darwen Yoga, Meditation and Spirituality Meetup Group (Accrington)

Meditation

This Accrington group offers gentle yoga and meditation in a supportive setting, with a focus on easing stress and building a calmer mind. It also explores spirituality and self-care, alongside a chance to meet friendly, like-minded people. The classes are led by someone with many years of yoga experience.

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Sufi Silent Meditation Lancashire / Burnley (Naqshbandi) (Burnley)

Meditation

This Burnley-based Sufi meditation group in Lancashire meets for silent meditation as part of the Naqshbandi Mujaddidi Sufi Order. It says it welcomes brothers, sisters and truth seekers, and follows Sufi practices focused on turning the heart towards the Holy Essence. The listing does not give a meeting time or any cost.

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Wigan CAMRA (Wigan)

Real ale

The Wigan 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.

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Rochdale Oldham & Bury CAMRA (Rochdale)

Real ale

The Rochdale Oldham & Bury 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.

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Salford CAMRA (Salford)

Real ale

The Salford 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.

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Leigh, Atherton & Tyldesley CAMRA (Leigh)

Real ale

The Leigh, Atherton & Tyldesley 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.