Hobby groups in Merseyside
Below you'll find every hobby group we know of in Merseyside, as well as people looking to join one.
All listings in Merseyside
Central Library Junior reading group (St Helens)
Book club
A gathering located in the Children's Room of Central Library, hosted by Jane Rimmer and part of the library service, designed for children aged 8-11 years old that encourages participants to recommend and discuss why they enjoyed books. We are accepting new members and taking place at Victoria Square, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1DY.
Sign in to contactChester Lane Reading Group (St Helens)
Book club
Each session at the Leaf Centre features a different book, selected from a diverse range of genres from crime to historical fiction to general novels and the occasional classic. All books are supplied by the library service free of charge, and book reviews and “Book Time” magazine are used to spark conversation. Inquiries have the option to chat about the featured book, related films, and any other books they'd like to read. The centre is located at Four Acre Lane and is open to welcoming new members.
Sign in to contactLinghams Book Club, Heswall (Wirral)
Book club
Meets at Linghams Bookshop on Run by Eleanor Davies Library service We have been running about 4 years and meet in the coffee bar of the shop on the second Thursday of evry month except in April and August. There are usually up to 30 people (men and women- all ages) at each meeting but we split into 3 groups for discussion. Wine, coffee, tea and snacks are on sale from 7 pm and we start at 7.30 pm. During the year we aim to cover a couple of classics, a couple of biographies and lots of contemporary fiction. We try to cater for everybodies' tastes. It's the high spot of the month! We meet at: 248 Telegraph Rd, Heswall, Wirral, Merseyside, Ch60 7SG Accepting new members
Sign in to contactIrby Library Reading Group (Wirral)
Book club
Meets at Irby Library Run by David Library service Irby's reading group meets every four weeks on a Thursday evening, 6:30-7:30. It is aimed at adults but otherwise open to anyone . The books read are chosen by staff but any member suggestions are borne in mind. The majority of titles are contemporary novels (i.e. written by contemporary authors - historical settings for stories are quite popular!) with a few classics interspersed and the occasional autobiography. Please contact the library for exact dates of forthcoming meetings. We meet at: Thurstaston Road, Wirral, Merseyside, CH61 0HE Accepting new members
Sign in to contactPensby Library Adult Reading Group (Wirral)
Book club
We gather each month at the Pensby Library, run by Linda, to enjoy the library service. We have a maximum capacity of 15 members, but are currently welcoming one or two additional members. All ages are welcome and tea, coffee and biscuits are provided. The library's address is Pensby Road, Wirral, Merseyside, CH61 9NE.
Sign in to contactLittle Scribbles\' Book Club (Liverpool)
Book club
Meets at Big You, Little You on Run by Deb Giannasi Library service Little Scribbles holds a regular junior book club at Big You, Little You in Garston, Liverpool. The group meet at 1pm on the last Saturday of the month ( except for March when the group will meet on 22nd March). Ideal for independent readers, aged 6-10 but older children also welcome. Our sessions focus on a chosen book each month, that can be picked up or dropped of in South Liverpool. We discuss the book itself and also the country of origin the book is set in. A craft/creative activity and snack is also include in the price of the session, as is the book that will be yours to keep. A fun and educational way to read and explore as well as making new friends. Our summer books will feature recommendations for the Summer Reading Challenge, with additional weekday sessions planned for the holidays. We meet at: Garston Old Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, Merseyside, L19 9AD Accepting new members Tags Chatterbooks, Reading Ahead
Sign in to contactHalewood Reading Group (Wallasey)
Book club
Meets at Halewood Library on Run by Frank Wilson Library service Knowsley MBC - Libraries Meets on a monthly basis (Monday or Wednesday) in Halewood Library. For further details, please contact the branch and ask to speak to the member of staff who facilitates the group. We meet at: Halewood Centre, Roseheath Drive, Knowsley, Merseyside, L26 9UH Accepting new members
Sign in to contactHuyton Library Chatterrbooks Book Club (South Wirral)
Book club
Teaming up with Kate Deegan-Spragg of the Library Service, the group meets at Huyton Library on Civic Way, Knowsley, Merseyside, L36 9GD fortnightly on Thursdays from 3.30 - 4.45 during term-time. Chatterbooks offers a fun, after-hours reading experience catered to children aged 8 - 10. Through eight weeks of book reviews, games, crafts, book cover design, web-based activites and more, the group provides an enjoyable experience for children (who may have the opportunity to take part more than once depending on demand). There are still open spots available to join.
Sign in to contactThe Midwives (Liverpool)
Book club
Meets at woolton Run by jean mcevoy Library service We are a group of midwives in Liverpool, and we get together to discuss our chosen book about once a month. We get our books from Woolton Library which is part of Liverpool city council Library services. We have an eclectic taste and read anything form Dickens to Joanna Trollope. We are an opinionated lot which sometimes provokes heated debate. At the moment we are reading Master Georgie by Beryl Banebridge and we are due to meet very soon. We have a democratic way of choosing the books, we each propose a book and say why we would like to read it and then we vote, and this seems to work quite well. We meet at: woolton, Liverpool, Merseyside, L25 8ST Tags women only
Sign in to contactBOOKSRUS (Liverpool)
Book club
We gather monthly in the local bookstore, Booksrus, under the guidance of June Travis. This library service provides an opportunity for us to share our various experiences with literature and to expand our knowledge and appreciation of books.
Sign in to contactWoodchurch Library (Wirral)
Book club
The Get into Reading Group headed up by Kate McDonnell convenes every week at the Woodchurch Library on New Hey Road in Wirral, Merseyside. During the gathering, members read classic literature and chat about it, and new members are welcome to join.
Sign in to contactWoodchurch Library Dames of the Round Table (Wirral)
Book club
The group meets at Woodchurch Library on Monday afternoons, run by Gwen with a library service offering tea, cakes and reading aloud together. We accept new members and provide bibliotherapy (mood-boosting books) for women only.
Sign in to contactThe Book at Breakfast (Wirral)
Book club
There is a Get into Reading Group hosted by Kate McDonnell that meets every week at the Woodchurch Library on New Hey Road in Wirral, Merseyside. This is an opportunity for readers to come together and read through literature, discussing and expressing responses. We are open to new members joining our group.
Sign in to contactWoodchurch Library Book at Breakfast (Wirral)
Book club
Meets at Woodchurch Library on Run by Gwen Library service Bacon butties are on the menu for this Get into Reading group who read aloud together from a wide variety of texts every Monday morning. What a great way to start the week! Creche facilities available. We meet at: Ganneys Meadow Early Years Site, New Hey Road, Wirral, Merseyside, CH49 8HB Accepting new members Tags bibliotherapy (Mood-boosting Books)
Sign in to contactUpton Library Monthly Reading Group (Wirral)
Book club
Meets at Upton Library on Run by Sheena Gaskell Library service Our group meets on Thursday afternoons from 2 - 3pm. We enjoy a lively discussion with tea & biscuits to refresh everyone. New members are always welcome. We have been known to have theatre outings as well! We meet at: Ford Road, Wirral, Merseyside, CH49 0TP Accepting new members
Sign in to contactBirkdale Library -Wednesday evening (Southport)
Book club
Join us at Birkdale Library for a fun, stimulating, and social hour of reading. Connecting with other readers, broadening your reading horizons, and making new friends are all possible when you join one of our adult reading groups. To find out more details, contact the library and sign up to become a member of the group.
Sign in to contactBirkdale Library Wednesday morning (Southport)
Book club
Joining a reading group at Birkdale Library is a great way to have a good time and broaden your reading horizons. Participating in a group provides an opportunity to talk about books, make new friends, and discover new reading choices – all while having a tremendous amount of fun. There are limited spots open, so if you would like to join, please contact the library for details. We meet at 240-244 Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, Sefton, PR8 4PD – new members are accepted!
Sign in to contactHaydock Library Reading Group (St Helens)
Book club
An open group meet every Thursday at the Haydock Library to read and discuss books, either collectively or individually chosen. Refreshments are served, and members should contact the library to check which date the meeting will take place on. Everyone is welcome to join!
Sign in to contactBillinge Library Reading Group (St Helens)
Book club
Meets at Billinge Library on Run by Jane Rimmer Library service A mixed group led by library staff. We all read the same book and then discuss it. Group members suggest what books to read. We meet at: Main Street, Billinge, St helens, Merseyside, WN5 7HA Accepting new members
Sign in to contactBebington Children\'s Library 8+ reading group (Wirral)
Book club
The Bebington Children's Library, led by Sue Roe, runs a monthly reading group for children aged 8 and up. We welcome new members and are located at Civic Way, Bebington, Wirral, Merseyside, CH63 7PN.
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