Hobby groups in South Yorkshire
Below you'll find every hobby group we know of in South Yorkshire, as well as people looking to join one.
All listings in South Yorkshire
Reading Between the Wines (Rotherham)
Book club
The group started at the opening of the Wickersley Library in October 2008, consisting of both original and newer members (those having been attending for a minimum of two years). Comprised of 10 people - 9 women and 1 man – ages ranging from 34 to 67, no genre is off limits as titles and themes are often suggested by any and all. It's a very social group and after their official meeting, they usually move to the pub for tea!
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Book club
The group meets monthly at Wickersley Library, hosted by Claire Ives and run through Rotherham MBC's Libraries service. The group was founded in 2010 by a group of youngish moms who wanted an opportunity for adult conversation after their kids had gone to bed. As of 2017, there are six members in the group, readers of many different genres and open to discussing any topics. The meetings usually take place on the third Wednesday of the month, although this is flexible to adjust for holidays, etc. The Library is open to new members and is a women-only space.
Sign in to contactMaltby Readers Circle (Rotherham)
Book club
Meets at Maltby Library on Run by Rachel Pickard Library service General Readers group reads a variety of fiction. We meet at: High Street, Maltby, Rotherham, South yorkshire, S66 8LD Accepting new members
Sign in to contactConisbrough Community Library Reading Group (Doncaster)
Book club
Meets at Conisbrough Community Library on Run by Literacy Team Library service Doncaster MBC - Libraries This adult reading group meets monthly to discuss a book issued at the previous meeting. The books discussed are varied, from current and slightly older novels to Classics, biographies and the occasional poetry collection, encouraging lively debate. Everyone is welcome. We meet at: Old Road, Conisbrough, Doncaster, South yorkshire, DN12 3NN Accepting new members
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Book club
Gatherings occur at the Swinton Library, managed by Rachel Pickard, where teenagers read a wide selection of fiction. If you're interested in joining, the address is Station Rd, Swinton, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S64 8PZ.
Sign in to contactPitman Poets book club (Mexborough)
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Meets at Pitman Poets Book Club. on Run by Pitman Poets book club Library service Doncaster MBC - Libraries We are a mixed group of eleven people, six men and five women. The Pitman Poets book club is situated in the Concertina Band Club, which us located on Dolcliffe Road, Mexborough. Our group will meet every first Wednesday of the month, starting on January the 6th 2016. 'Yes we are a brand new group.' The meetings will be held in the snug bar of the Concertina band club. 'The Tina' as it is known locally, is a charming little working mens club that is time warped in the 70s. The little club brews it's own beers in house. I also run a spoken word event every third Thursday of the month, entitled 'The Pitman Poets Open Mic. Start time is around 8pm, we are principally a spoken word event, but we do have two or three acoustic guitar payers usually in attendance. We have been running unfunded for two years. Anyway due to the success of our open mic, I decided to create, The Pitman Poet Book Club' And the interest as been such, that it appears we are full. But if you want to pop along to either events, please feel free. At a push we have room for a female, member or maybe two. We meet at: Concertina Band Club, Dolcliffe Road, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, S64 9AZ Accepting new members
Sign in to contactMexborough Library Reading Group (Doncaster)
Book club
The Literacy Team from the Doncaster MBC Libraries host a monthly adult reading group at the Mexborough Community Library. They provide a variety of books for discussion, from current and slightly older novels to Classics, biographies, and sometimes poetry collections, sparking interesting conversations. Everyone is welcome to become part of this group, which meets at the library located at John Street, Mexborough, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, S64 9HS. New members are gladly accepted.
Sign in to contactEdenthorpe Community Library Chatterbooks Reading Group (Doncaster)
Book club
The Chatterbooks reading group for children meets on a monthly basis at Edenthorpe Community Library. The group is headed by the Literacy Team from Doncaster MBC Libraries, who offer a variety of children's books to discuss from different genres. Those interested in joining are welcome - the address is: Communal Hall, Bardon Road, Edenthorpe, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN3 2ND. Anyone is encouraged to join and tagged with the hashtag Chatterbooks.
Sign in to contactEdenthorpe Community Library Reading Group (Doncaster)
Book club
Meets at Edenthorpe Library on Run by Literacy Team Library service This adult reading group meets monthly to discuss a book issued at the previous meeting. The books discussed are varied, from current and slightly older novels to Classics, biographies and the occasional poetry collection, encouraging lively debate. Everyone is welcome. We meet at: Communal Hall, Bardon Road, Edenthorpe, Doncaster, South yorkshire, DN3 2ND Accepting new members
Sign in to contactCantley Community Library Readers Group (Doncaster)
Book club
Meets at Cantley Community Library on Run by Literacy Team Library service Doncaster MBC - Libraries This adult reading group meets monthly to discuss a book issued at the previous meeting. The books discussed are varied, from current and slightly older novels to Classics, biographies and the occasional poetry collection, encouraging lively debate. Everyone is welcome. We meet at: Goodison Boulevard, Cantley, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 6BT Accepting new members
Sign in to contactArmthorpe Library Crime Reading Group (Doncaster)
Book club
The Armthorpe Library hosts a monthly adult reading group, moderated by library staff. Subjects mainly center around crime fiction and all are welcomed to join and to engage in lively debates. However, please contact the library ahead of time to confirm dates of the reading group, as it may be subject to staff availability.
Sign in to contactArmthorpe Library Reading Group (Doncaster)
Book club
Meets at Armthorpe Library on Run by Library Staff Library service This adult reading group meets monthly to discuss a book issued at the previous meeting. The books discussed are varied, from current and slightly older novels to Classics, biographies and the occasional poetry collection, encouraging lively debate. Everyone is welcome. We meet at: Church Street, Armthorpe, Doncaster, South yorkshire, DN3 3AL Accepting new members
Sign in to contactBentley Community Library Readers Group (Doncaster)
Book club
The Literacy Team at Bentley Community Library in Doncaster, South Yorkshire invites new members to join their monthly adult reading group. The books discussed range from more contemporary novels to timeless Classics, biographies and poetry. All conversations are open, creating an environment for inspiring and engaging debate. Meetings take place at Cooke Street, Bentley, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 0DP.
Sign in to contactSpeaking Volumes (Doncaster)
Book club
Gatherings at the University Centre LRC will be held and supervised by Joe Newsome, for students of Doncaster College. All other attendees must be approved by the group. The content of the meetings has yet to be determined per the requests of the members, and the time and date are subject to change. Everyone is welcome to join us at Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7SZ.
Sign in to contactScawthorpe Community Library Reading Group (Doncaster)
Book club
The Literacy Team, under Library Services run by Doncaster MBC, invite new members to join their adult reading group held at Scawthorpe Community Library. Meetings occur monthly to discuss books ranging from contemporary to classic genres such as novels, biographies, and even poetry. All are welcomed to join in on the lively debates and discussions. Amersall Road, Scawthorpe, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 9PQ marks the group’s location.
Sign in to contactDon Valley Readers Group (Doncaster)
Book club
Every Wednesday lunchtime at Don Valley, South Yorkshire DN5 9DD Lyn Hopson takes charge of the Library service and Chatterbooks group which is joined by students in the Years 7 to 9. They enjoy activities such as discussions and debates on the books they read, storytelling, poetry writing, drama, crafting and participating in the Doncaster Book Award. In addition, they are given the opportunity to be part of different activities such as author events, museum trips, illustration workshops and joint workshops with other schools. New members are welcome and commit to read a different book every two weeks and write reviews and comments to motivate others. The group is also looking forward to the launch of the Carnegie and Greenaway award schemes in the near future.
Sign in to contactWoodlands Community Library Reading Group (Doncaster)
Book club
This reading group is held monthly at the Woodlands Community Library and supported by the Libraries service of Doncaster MBC. The wide range of books discussed includes current and slightly older fiction, as well as Classics, biographies, and poetry. It's an opportunity to share opinions and ideas while making new friends. All are welcome to join in. The library's address is: Windmill Balk Lane, Woodlands, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 7SB and they are accepting new members.
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