Hobby groups in Canterbury

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

Singer and Bassist Wanted For Heavy Rock Band

Bands

A heavy rock band in Canterbury is looking for a singer and a bassist to complete the line-up. The group plays original material and plans to record and tour.

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Experienced guitarist punk band

Bands

An experienced guitarist in Canterbury is looking for other musicians to start or join a punk band. They are interested in punk, d-beat/crust and hardcore, and say they already have decent gear and a van. They also have riffs and song ideas ready to develop.

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Heavy Rock Band

Bands

A drummer and guitarist in Canterbury are seeking a bassist and vocalist to complete a heavy rock band. They are planning to play original material and aim to record and tour.

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Drummer looking for rock/metal

Bands

A drummer in Canterbury is looking to join or start a rock or metal band. They are open to different influences rather than fixing on a particular subgenre, and want to see how the group develops.

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Seeking vocalist for song writing

Bands

A guitarist in Canterbury is looking for a vocalist to write original songs with, with the aim of forming a heavy rock band. They are not interested in covers, and plan to record and tour.

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SOUL THING band seeks GUITAR

Bands

A female-fronted soul and party band in Kent is looking for a guitarist to join its line-up. The group plays pubs, clubs and private events, and it already has bookings for the rest of 2026 with plans into 2027.

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Bassist Wanted

Bands

A guitarist in Canterbury is looking for a bassist to join some informal jam sessions, with the option of developing into a rock band. No level, age or cost is mentioned.

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Canterbury Ramblers

Walking

Canterbury Ramblers is a walking group for people who enjoy countryside walks and social time with others who share the same interest. It welcomes everyone and is based in Canterbury.

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David’s Time-walks

Walking

This group offers guided walks in the Canterbury area, with each outing built around a different historical theme. It uses the new Canterbury Rings walking trails and visits places linked to local history, with an emphasis on reading the clues hidden in streets, buildings and landscapes. It is for people interested in walking and history.

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Weekly Futsal Canterbury

Football

This group runs a weekly indoor futsal game, which is a small-ball version of football, at Christ Church Sport Centre in Canterbury. It takes place on Thursdays at 7pm, starting on 17 September 2026. The sessions are open to everyone and welcome all abilities.

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Canterbury Group

Walking

This Canterbury walking group organises regular group walks in the local area and further afield, helping people discover and enjoy the outdoors safely. Walkers can expect a warm welcome from experienced leaders and others who enjoy walking. The group also supports protecting the places people walk so they stay open to everyone.

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Canterbury Squash Rackets Club

Squash

Canterbury Squash Rackets Club is a squash club in Canterbury. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Powerplay

Football

Powerplay is a football team in Canterbury. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Barham Football Club

Football

Barham Football Club is a football team in Canterbury. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Canterbury Rugby Football Club

Rugby

Canterbury Rugby Football Club is a rugby club in Canterbury. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Ash Rugby Club

Rugby

Ash Rugby Club is a rugby club in Canterbury. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Ashford Barbarians Rugby Football Club

Rugby

Ashford Barbarians Rugby Football Club is a rugby club in Ashford. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Invicta East Kent Athletic Club

Running

Invicta East Kent Athletic Club is a running group in Canterbury. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Canterbury parkrun

Running

Canterbury parkrun is a free, weekly, community 5k at The Pavillion, every Saturday morning. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - everyone is welcome, whatever their pace.

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Trail Chasers UK

Running

Trail Chasers UK is a RunTogether running group, part of England Athletics' network of friendly group runs. They meet at The Rose & Crown, Grove Rd, Perry Wood, and Wye - Meet on Churchfield Green. Runs are usually on Wednesday and Sunday. Sessions cater for get me started and all levels runners. Distances: 5 - 10k and 0 - 5k.

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