Hobby groups in Nottinghamshire

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

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Nottsgraphers- Nottingham Photographers & Videographers (Nottingham)

Photography

Nottsgraphers is a Nottingham-based meet-up for photographers, videographers, content creators and aspiring visual storytellers in the local area. It runs informal social gatherings, often in a pub or cafe, where people can exchange ideas, tips and insights and build contacts for possible collaborations and referrals. The first meet-up is planned for January 2026.

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Nottingham Photography Meetup Group (Nottingham)

Photography

This Nottingham photography group brings together people who want to share an interest in photography and meet others in the local area. It arranges activities such as photo walks, workshops and image critiques. The listing says it is open to both beginners and more experienced photographers.

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Shut Up & Write!® Nottingham (Nottingham)

Writing

Shut Up & Write! Nottingham is a writing group that offers a structured space for writers to make steady progress on their projects. Sessions begin with brief introductions, followed by a quiet writing period and an optional chance to chat at the end. It is described as a supportive setting where no one reads or critiques the work.

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Nottingham Sci-Fi & Fantasy Social (Gateway Group) (Nottingham)

Fandoms

This Nottingham-based group is for people interested in science fiction, fantasy, comics, books, TV, films and wider geek culture. It acts as an entry point to a private main community, where events take place, including monthly pub meet-ups in central Nottingham on the first Saturday of each month with quizzes and time to chat. The group also plans cinema trips, film nights and visits to sci-fi and fantasy events.

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Nottingham Improv Comedy Experience - NICE ! (Nottingham)

Theatre trips

This Nottingham improv comedy group runs regular workshops and jams, with Monday evening sessions every week. It focuses on improvised comedy and theatre created on the spot, with no script. The workshops are open to all levels of experience.

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Nottingham Theatre & Arts (Nottingham)

Theatre trips

This Nottingham group goes out to see a wide range of arts events, including plays, comedy, classical music, opera and ballet. It looks for both amateur and professional performances, with a mix of local productions and touring shows. The group is for people who want to support the arts by attending live events together.

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Nottingham CAMRA (Nottingham)

Real ale

The Nottingham 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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North Nottinghamshire CAMRA (Nottinghamshire)

Real ale

The North Nottinghamshire 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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Newark CAMRA (Newark)

Real ale

The Newark 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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Mansfield and Ashfield CAMRA (Mansfield)

Real ale

The Mansfield and Ashfield 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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Nottingham Local Group (Nottingham)

Birdwatching

Nottingham Local Group is a local group of the RSPB. Members meet for talks, birdwatching trips and walks, and help with conservation work. Newcomers and beginners are welcome.

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Mansfield Local Group (Mansfield)

Birdwatching

Mansfield Local Group is a local group of the RSPB. Members meet for talks, birdwatching trips and walks, and help with conservation work. Newcomers and beginners are welcome.

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Nottingham Climate Choir (Nottingham)

Choirs

Nottingham Climate Choir is a free choir in Nottingham that uses singing for peaceful protest on the climate and nature emergency. It welcomes anyone to join, whatever their level of experience. The group is part of a wider climate choir movement across the UK and beyond.

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Pipes - Adult Singing Group in Nottingham (Nottingham)

Choirs

This is an adult singing group in Nottingham that meets every Thursday. It focuses on favourite R&B and pop songs, with sessions described as fun, energetic and supportive. The group offers adults a chance to meet new people and explore their voices in a relaxed setting.

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Band (Nottinghamshire)

Music sessions

A person in Nottinghamshire is looking to start a small band while they are still learning bass. They want something relaxed rather than serious, with the idea of playing a few songs at open mic evenings.

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Versatile bass player needed gigs Nov December (Nottinghamshire)

Bands

Bendigo DC, a three-piece band in Nottinghamshire, is looking for a bass player for gigs in November and December. They play mainly original material, with a few covers, and their sound spans classic rock, rock and roll, rockabilly, punky pop, chug metal, cabaret, waltz, jazz and sludge metal.

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Totally Vocally (Nottingham)

Choirs

Totally Vocally is an a cappella choir singing contemporary pop, rock, funk and gospel in harmony, without accompaniment or written scores. It meets in Nottingham on Mondays from 6.45pm to 8.45pm and Tuesdays from 7pm to 9pm, and in Grantham on Tuesdays from 7.15pm to 9.15pm. The listing does not mention a fee.

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Sherwood Singing for Fun (Nottingham)

Choirs

This Nottingham choir offers relaxed singing sessions for people who want to enjoy music together, with songs drawn from different styles, periods and places. No previous experience, audition or ability to read music is needed, and people who feel they cannot sing are especially welcome. It meets on Monday evenings during term time for 10 weeks at a time, from 7.30 pm to 9.00 pm, and often ends with an informal concert in the tenth week.

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Nottingham Clarion Choir (Nottingham)

Choirs

Nottingham Clarion Choir is a mixed-voice, four-part a cappella choir with around 30 members. It welcomes everyone, with no auditions and no need to read music, though singers should be happy with socialist and left-wing song themes. The group meets most Sunday evenings from about 7.30 or 7.45 pm to 9.30 pm in Nottingham.

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Elston Voices (Southwell)

Choirs

Elston Voices is a small friendly choir that sings a wide mix of songs, including unison, rounds and multi-part pieces, all taught by ear so no experience is needed. It meets on Tuesday afternoons from 2.30pm to 4.30pm in Southwell, with dates to be checked. Attendance is pay as you go, with tea or coffee included, and the fee was £3 per session in February 2025.

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