Hobby groups in Somerset

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

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Louise Biffin (Cheddar)

Seeking a book club

Enjoy a read but need some direction and motivation to do more and widen my choice of books.

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English Language Coffee Mornings in Bath (Bath)

Language exchange

This monthly English conversation meet-up in Bath is held in a cosy café and is aimed at people who want to feel more confident speaking English. An experienced teacher runs the session, and participants chat in a relaxed, natural way over a coffee. Anyone joining is asked to buy a drink to take part.

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Bath Diamond Way Buddhist Group (Bath)

Meditation

Bath Diamond Way Buddhist Group is a meditation centre in Bath linked to the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. It offers a place for people to learn meditation and Buddhist teachings in a modern, friendly setting, and it also arranges talks and teachings from visiting teachers.

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Bath Yoga & Meditation Meetup Group (Bath)

Meditation

This Bath group meets for yoga and meditation, including vinyasa flow, chakra balancing yoga, breathwork and mindfulness. Sessions are held in Bath on Tuesdays at 6.15pm and Thursdays at 6pm. It is open to people of all levels, from complete beginners to experienced practitioners.

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Free Meditation & Yoga Bath (Bath)

Meditation

This group offers free Sahaja Yoga meditation meetings in the Pavilion at Sydney Gardens, Bath, on Wednesdays. Sessions are led by volunteers and include introductory talks, videos, practical workshops and time for questions. Meditation is usually done sitting on chairs, and no mats or special clothing are needed.

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Kadampa Meditation in Bath (Bath)

Meditation

Kadampa Meditation in Bath runs guided meditation sessions aimed at helping people in the Bath area develop a calmer mind and greater clarity. The group says its classes are intended to support relaxation, easing stress and improving day-to-day wellbeing. It also mentions that it offers meditation classes in other places and at its centre in Bristol.

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The Gentle Way Judo Fan Club (Clevedon)

Fandoms

This Clevedon group is for people who enjoy judo and want to discuss the sport rather than train in it. Its relaxed meet-ups focus on conversation about recent competitions, techniques seen in videos and the history and philosophy behind judo. It welcomes people of any rank or experience, provided they have a genuine interest in the sport.

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Opera Together - Bath Opera Meetups Group (Bath)

Theatre trips

This Bath-based meetup brings together people who enjoy opera and sometimes go to performances by themselves. Members may attend shows together, meet for a drink before or during the interval, and occasionally join talks or introductions for extra context. It is open to people who want a relaxed, low-pressure way to share opera, with no need to attend every event or socialise more than they wish.

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Weston Super Mare CAMRA (Weston-super-Mare)

Real ale

The Weston Super Mare 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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Bath & Borders CAMRA (Bath)

Real ale

The Bath & Borders 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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Bath & District Local Group (Bath)

Birdwatching

Bath & District 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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Wood Street Community Choir (Taunton)

Choirs

Wood Street Community Choir in Taunton is open to everyone and does not require auditions. It sings a wide range of music, including African, folk, gospel, pop and East European songs, in unaccompanied four-part harmony. Sessions are held on Monday evenings in term time from 7.30pm to 9.15pm.

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Wednesday Sings (Taunton)

Choirs

This is a weekly community choir that meets in Wellington on Wednesday mornings from 10am to 11:30am. It welcomes everyone, with no need to read music, as songs are taught by ear. New members can try a free taster session, and tea, coffee and biscuits are provided.

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Voice of the People Choir (Taunton)

Choirs

This Monday morning drop-in choir meets at West Bagborough Village Hall from 10 to 11.30am. It sings seasonal and uplifting songs and learns them by ear, with tea, coffee and biscuits served during the break. The choir is open to anyone who wants to sing.

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Vibe Pop/Rock Choir (Nailsea)

Choirs

This Nailsea choir sings lively a cappella versions of pop and rock classics. It meets on Thursday evenings during term time from 7.30pm to 9.30pm, and sessions are taught by ear so music reading is not needed. Recordings of the parts are provided for practice between meetings.

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Top of the World Singers (Bath)

Choirs

Top of the World Singers is a small, welcoming community choir in Bath that sings a mix of English songs and music from around the world. It meets on Tuesdays during term time from 7.15 to 8.45pm, with informal sessions that focus on enjoyment, confidence and wellbeing. New singers are welcome.

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Taunton Community Choir (Taunton)

Choirs

Taunton Community Choir is a friendly, inclusive group that meets weekly on Wednesday evenings at St. James Church in Taunton. Sessions run from 6:30 to 8pm, and the choir focuses on singing in harmony.

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Solsbury Community Choir (Bath)

Choirs

Solsbury Community Choir is a mixed choir in Bath that welcomes people of all singing abilities, including complete beginners, and does not hold auditions. It sings a range of songs using voices only, with music taught by ear rather than from written notation. Sessions run on Monday evenings during term time from 7.30 to 8.45pm.

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Singing with all Seasons (Bath)

Choirs

This Bath singing group meets once a month from 1 November through the winter into spring. Sessions involve learning and sharing songs in an intimate fireside setting, with vocal warm-ups and a friendly group welcome, and there is a gentle therapeutic element if participants wish to engage with it. Places are limited to keep the gatherings small.

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Roundhouse Community Choir (Temple Cloud)

Choirs

Roundhouse Community Choir is a drop-in singing group in Temple Cloud that focuses on harmony singing and songs with meaningful, humanistic themes and a connection to the natural world. It meets on Monday evenings from 7.30pm to 9pm in a wooden building set in a garden overlooking Chew Valley Lake. The first session is free for newcomers, then it costs £8 per session or £30, £35 or £40 for blocks of five sessions.

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