Hobby groups in Birmingham
Below you'll find every hobby group we know of in Birmingham, as well as people looking to join one.
Edgbaston Reservoir parkrun
Running
Edgbaston Reservoir parkrun is a free, weekly, community 5k at Edgbaston Reservoir, every Saturday morning. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - everyone is welcome, whatever their pace.
Sign in to contactPerry Hall parkrun
Running
Perry Hall parkrun is a free, weekly, community 5k at Perry Hall Park, every Saturday morning. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - everyone is welcome, whatever their pace.
Sign in to contactCannon Hill parkrun, Birmingham
Running
Cannon Hill parkrun, Birmingham is a free, weekly, community 5k at Cannon Hill, Birmingham, every Saturday morning. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - everyone is welcome, whatever their pace.
Sign in to contactCity of Birmingham Striders (COBS)
Running
City of Birmingham Striders (COBS) is a RunTogether running group, part of England Athletics' network of friendly group runs. They meet at St Pauls Square, St Pauls Church. Runs are usually on Thursday. Sessions cater for all levels runners. Distances: 5 - 10k.
Sign in to contactKings Heath RC - The Lions
Running
Kings Heath RC - The Lions is a RunTogether running group, part of England Athletics' network of friendly group runs. They meet at Colmore Junior School playground, Grove Road entrance and Cartland and Pineapple junction.. Runs are usually on Thursday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Sessions cater for get me started, keep me going, and all levels runners. Distances: 0 - 5k and 5 - 10k.
Sign in to contactBirmingham Swifts LGBTQ+ Running Club
Running
Birmingham Swifts LGBTQ+ Running Club is a RunTogether running group, part of England Athletics' network of friendly group runs. They meet at The Pagoda Island, what3words location: with.shorts.limbs. Runs are usually on Thursday. Sessions cater for get me started and all levels runners. Distances: 0 - 5k and 5 - 10k.
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Afternoon Play
Gaming group
Every month, stop by and take part in Afternoon Play, our casual board game gathering. Feel free to bring your own games, cards, dice, or anything else you believe can be played in an approachable setting. We love to meet newcomers and we will be sure to provide instructions on how each game is played.
Sign in to contactUniversity of Birmingham Tabletop Gaming society
Gaming group
This is a club specifically for people attending the University of Birmingham who are part of the Tabletop Gaming Society.
Sign in to contactGame On...Erdington
Gaming group
Once a month, board game enthusiasts from Birmingham come together for a gathering. About 30 to 40 people show up every third Monday evening for a night of fun.
Sign in to contactBirmingham Central Roleplayers (BCRP)
Gaming group
We've been part of the Birmingham TTRPG scene for a while - every Thursday, you can find us at the Bournbrook & Selly Oak Social Club from 7pm-11pm, welcoming gamers of all levels of experience. We have an array of games for people to play, including Dungeons and Dragons, Vampire the Masquerade, and Delta Green - plus, if you're also into Magic, we've got something for you! We invite everyone to join us and meet some new friends as they explore their own plotlines - we'll show you how to get started!
Sign in to contactBirmingham Wargames And Boardgames Club Aka Dragoon's Den
Gaming group
The Birmingham Wargames and Boardgames Club, known as Dragoon's Den, meets regularly at a venue with a big free parking lot and a bar. Our club's Facebook group has all the details, and regardless of the game, all are welcomed! If you'd like to join us, our sessions happen on Fridays from 6:45 until 11:45 pm, and the 1st and 3rd Sundays from 1:30 to 11:45 pm.
Sign in to contactRoleplayers Guild - Birmingham
Gaming group
Want to join in on some roleplaying fun? Come to central Birmingham, UK every Thursday night 7-11 to the Ladbrooke Hotel, Bordesley Street. It's completely free and you just show up! If you'd like, check out the Birmingham Role Player's Guild Facebook group. The hotel has an on-site bar and is about 10 minutes from New Street station(map available). We have been playing games like Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, Cthulhu, Chivalry and Sorcery, Vampire, Savage Worlds, and many more. Or if you'd like to come and play something different we'd be happy to! It's a great spot for your regular game too. We welcome all players so drop by and we'll introduce you to the hobby!
Sign in to contactAfternoon Play
Gaming group
On the first Sunday of each month, join the friendly and relaxed board game event, Afternoon Play, in Birmingham city centre! Come for a visit or bring your own favorite board games, card games, dice games, or anything else you can play in a pub.
Sign in to contactBravo One Gaming
Gaming group
Bravo One Gaming is situated in the heart of Birmingham and is continually expanding. It has facilities for playing various games such as Guildball, X-Wing, MTG, Dungeons & Dragons and Army Painter, plus an extra 10,000 square feet for any other game. In addition, its 72,500 square feet includes Rage Room, LARPing, Airsoft and Archery Wars.
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Gaming group
The Club convenes each Tuesday evening (except the final two weeks of December) at Ladywood Social Club in Birmingham, from 6:00 pm until 11:00 pm. The Club covers a variety of interests, including historical Bolt Action and Black Powder ACW Fire & Fury, as well as sci-fi/40K, 40K Kill tournament Combat Patrol, Fantasy, Board Games, Necromunda campaigns, Warhammer/Hordes Frostgarve, and a number of other activities.
Sign in to contactGrange Live Gaming
Gaming group
At the Birmingham Grange, you can find 10 or more tables devoted to live gaming, as well as an onsite cafe. It's open Wednesday from 3 to 10:30 PM, Thursday and Friday from 9 to 10:30 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM to 5:30 PM.
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Tea and Tales Reading Group
Book club
Meets at Wylde Green Library on Run by Sue Campbell Library service Our group is informal and we read a wide range of books suggested by our members and chat about them. We meet at: Emscote Drive, Wylde Green, Birmingham, West midlands, B75 5NE Accepting new members
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Book club
Meets at Wylde Green Library on Run by Sharon Jeffery Library service To read and review books and make recommendations for other young library users followed by a book related activity. We meet at: Emscote Drive, Wylde Green, Birmingham, West midlands, B75 5NE Accepting new members Tags Chatterbooks
Sign in to contactMeerkat Readers
Book club
The Wylde Green Library on Emscote Drive in Birmingham is hosting Sharon Jeffery for a library service. This service is for teenagers who are looking to read and review books, making suggestions for fellow readers. We are accepting new members and tagging "Chatterbooks".
Sign in to contactBoldmere Book Lovers - PM
Book club
Gill Shaw runs a library service at Boldmere Library which holds a meeting every month, allowing members to pick from four select books in categories like fiction, non-fiction, crime/thriller, and classic - all centered around a central theme. The library is located at 119 Boldmere Road in the West Midlands. They are accepting new members.
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