Hobby groups in Somerset
Below you'll find every hobby group we know of in Somerset, as well as people looking to join one.
All listings in Somerset
Shepton Mallet Library Reading Group (Shepton Mallet)
Book club
Each month, the Shepton Mallet Library runs a group which reads and discusses the same book. Everyone is welcome, and the library provides access through wheelchair and alternative formats like Large Print or audio. If you're interested in joining, please get in touch with Shepton Mallet Library for more information. The group meets the first Tuesday of each month from 10.30 am to 12 noon, located at Paul Street, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 5AZ.
Sign in to contactBath Reading Friends (Bath)
Book club
Reading Friends is a social reading and befriending initiative to help those feeling vulnerable, isolated or lonely. This programme connects people by creating conversations through shared reading. Volunteers offer one-to-one phone calls or virtual sessions and group meetings take place in libraries. We now accept new members and meet at the Bath Central Library on the first Wednesday of the month from 11am to 12pm. For more information, please call 01225 394041 or email [email protected].
Sign in to contactBook Club Bath (Bath)
Book club
We are a friendly, open book group that meets once a month on Tuesday evenings at various locations in Central Bath. Our leader is Claire White. We currently have space for a few more members and are accepting new registrations. If you make time to read one book a month and engage in meaningful discussion about the book, you'd be the perfect addition to our group. We usually enjoy a glass of wine or pint when discussing each month's book. We have a wide range of book selections, such as Frankenstein, The Slap, Enders Game, To Kill a Mockingbird, and The Luminaries. We will also be joined next month by David Mitchell to discuss his newest work when he visits our area. We meet at Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA1 1DE.
Sign in to contactOriel Hall Book Group 2 (Bath)
Book club
Meets at New Oriel Hall on Run by Oriel Hall Book Group 2 Library service Bath & North East Somerset Council - Libraries Larkhall Community Library We meet at: Larkhall, Bath, Banes , BA1 6RA Accepting new members
Sign in to contactMonday Readers (Wincanton)
Book club
Meets at Wincanton Library on Run by Wincanton Library Library service Friendly group, open to all adults and meets in Wincanton Library staffroom. Please contact the library for further information. There is a small charge to cover reservations/refreshments etc. We meet at: Carrington Way, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9JS Accepting new members
Sign in to contactMen's Monthly Reading GRoup (Wincanton)
Book club
Meets at Wincanton Library on Run by Wincanton Library Library service Created with men in mind. Meets in the staffroom of Wincanton Library. Please contact the library for further information. We meet at: Carrington Way, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9JS Accepting new members Tags men only
Sign in to contactRead with Yeovil (Yeovil)
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Meets at Elaine Buckley on Run by Elaine Buckley Library service Somerset County Council - Libraries We are a newish group with a shared love of books and big plans to be able to share this love with the whole community. We take turns to introduce and lead the meetings. We meet monthly and read 2 books to discuss. Our plans include a vibrant Instagram page, opening our meetings on Zoom so that those with disabilities and those who are housebound can attend. We also plan for Q and A sessions with authors whose books we have read. We are a friendly diverse group who look forward to our lively meetings. We meet at: Buckland Road, Yeovil, BA215EA Accepting new members Tags ebook, talking books, visually impaired
Sign in to contactCosta Coffee Cheddar (Cheddar)
Book club
Meets at Costa Coffee on Run by James Simmons Library service We are a newly formed book club that meet every Monday morning in Costa Coffee, Cheddar Gorge from 10am-12pm. We are currently following the Richard and Judy Book Club book reccommendations. We meet at: Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3QF Accepting new members
Sign in to contactU3A Reading Group (Cheddar)
Book club
Meets at Cheddar Library on Run by Cheddar Library Library service Group of 12 people meeting to discuss a title every month. Please contact Cheddar Library for further information. We meet at: Union Street, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3NB Accepting new members
Sign in to contactGorgeous Readers- (Cheddar)
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Meets at Cheddar Library on Run by Cheddar Library Library service 12 people all discussing the same title every month. Contact Cheddar Library for further information. We meet at: Union Street, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3NB Accepting new members
Sign in to contactGlastonbury Library Reading Group (Glastonbury)
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Meets at Glastonbury Library on Run by Glastonbury Library Library service A group of people (currently 12 ladies) who meet on a regular monthly basis to discuss various books, chosen by members of the group. There\'s a £5.50 charge per reservation for the group as a whole, paid in advance. Tea/coffee and biscuits provided, for a small donation. Please contact Glastonbury Library for further information. We meet at: 1 Orchard Court, Archers Way, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9JB Accepting new members
Sign in to contactPurple Hibiscus (Bath)
Book club
Meets at The Ram pub Run by Purple Hibiscus Library service Bath & North East Somerset Council - Libraries small group of school mums meeting monthly in Bath We meet at: Widcombe High Street, Bath, Bath, Somerset, BA2
Sign in to contactRead with Yeovil (Yeovil)
Book club
We are excited to welcome new members to share in the joy of reading with us. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month at Buckland Road, Yeovil, BA215EA. Our group is comprised of a diverse set of individuals who have a shared love of books. During our meetings, we enjoy lively debates and engaging conversations. Additionally, we provide resources like Instagram, Zoom sessions, and author visits to support our passion for reading even more. We have something for everyone at our meetings, no matter their preferences or limitations.
Sign in to contactRead with Yeovil (Yeovil)
Book club
We gather monthly to explore two books and are delighted to welcome a balanced mix of genders. We are currently creating an Instagram page to encourage and support reports and comments from members, as well as plans to access Zoom to bring our sessions to those who are disabled or unable to leave the house. Additionally, we hope to host authors for Q and A events. We are a welcoming bunch who enjoy our meetings and invite new members to join us. We meet at Bucklands Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA215EA, and we offer audio, ebook, online and visually impaired services.
Sign in to contactPriorswood Library Reading Group (Bridgwater)
Book club
A group of around a dozen individuals currently meet monthly at Priorswood Library to discuss one book title. Those needing wheelchair access can be accommodated and more information can be obtained from the library. New members are also welcome.
Sign in to contactFiesta En Biblioteca (Shepton Mallet)
Book club
We come together on a biweekly basis at Stoke sub hamdon, Somerset, TA14 6UG, and participate in activities such as reading and discussing new teen fiction, engaging in World Book Night and Day, shadowing the Carnegie Medal, and celebrating World Poetry Day. Guided by Claire Lawson, Library service and Mr Jon Guy, the librarian at Stanchester Academy, members need to be either students or family members of students at the school.
Sign in to contactWeston Library Book Club (Weston-super-Mare)
Book club
We are inviting new members to our book club! Our first meeting will take place at Weston Library on Friday, 28th January 2022. It is hosted by the Community Services Officer from North Somerset Council's Library Services. We'll pick our first book together and make sure to have fun as we read. Wherever possible, we'll choose books that also come in different formats such as large print, audio, and e-books. This is an adults-only event and booking ahead is advised to ensure social distancing. The meeting will be held at the Town Hall, Walliscote Grove Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1UJ. Join us soon!
Sign in to contactBookworms (Cheddar)
Book club
Meets at Worle Community School Run by Nicky Whysall Library service We are a keen group of secondary students who all share a love of books and reading. We hold meetings fortnightly where we do various activities around books and reading. We shadow read two book awards each year, we\'ve done speed dating with books! We are currently launching themed book boxes, which we will be creating. Keep calm and carry on reading! We meet at: Westonsupermare, Somerset, BS22 8XX
Sign in to contactRobsreaders (Dulverton)
Book club
Meets at Susie Wessely Run by Susie Wessely Library service Somerset County Council - Libraries Three women and three men, all from different professions, a retired Professor of Education, a Diplomat's wife, a Garden Designer, a Special Needs teacher and an Upholsterer. All aged over 50. All have an interest in both fiction and non-fiction. We get together once a month to discuss a book chosen, in turns, by different group members. Tastes differ widely, and this provokes far reaching and indepth discussions. We meet at: Paddons, Northmoor Road, Dulverton, Somerset, TA22 9PW Tags audio, bibliotherapy (Mood-boosting Books), Chatterbooks, ebook, graphic novel, Reading Ahead, talking books
Sign in to contactClevedon Reading group (Clevedon)
Book club
The Clevedon Library is led by Sue Rossiter and her Library Service. Our meetings usually include 10-12 members and involve reading modern fiction, travel, biography, and occasionally classics. We have participated in various activities such as inviting authors to visit, attending author talks, and even contributing reviews to publishers' websites. We at the Clevedon Library always welcome new members and meet at Old Church Road, Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21 6NN.
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