Hobby groups in Cardiff
Below you'll find every hobby group we know of in Cardiff, as well as people looking to join one.
Protonic
Seeking a gaming group
Beginner (only played one TTRPG game, although have played forum RPGs often), very eager to learn.
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Seeking a gaming group
Just looking for some people to play some games with online or board games really
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Seeking a book club
I retired at fifty five and took up writing crime novels. My first book was launched a the Hay Lit Fest and I wrote a further two books. I am in my late sixties and now only write poetry. I now enjoy discussing the merits and demerits of books.
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Seeking a book club
I just want to find friends who have the same interests as me
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Monday Night Board Games at The Table, Cathays
Gaming group
Hi, we meet at The Table (Pentyrch Street, Cardiff) every other Monday evening to play board games together. People bring along games to suggest to the group, and we'll often split off into different games depending on how many of us are there, and what games we want to play. It's free to come along and everyone is welcome to join us. All games are explained beforehand, so no need to know anything in advance of coming along. So if you're looking for some midweek gaming, or are just around on a Monday evening and are looking for something to do, then it would be great to have you with us at some point!
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Seeking a book club
I love reading and am just listening to a radio programme talking about dementia and how joining a book club is a good idea.
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Seeking a book club
I have just moved to Cardiff and would love to meet new people and explore new genres of books
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The Cardiff Book Collective
Book club
The Cardiff Book Collective meets on the last Sunday of each month at The Corp Market in Cardiff for a sociable few hours of drinks and literary chat. The group reads fiction only and takes part in discussions about the book they have been reading, alongside other conversation.
Sign in to contactCardiff Language Exchange
Language exchange
Cardiff Language Exchange brings together local and international people in Cardiff to practise languages and meet others. The group meets every Monday and Thursday. It is open to people who want to take part in a language exchange.
Sign in to contactCardiff Japanese Language and Culture Meetup
Language exchange
This Cardiff meetup brings together people interested in Japanese language and culture. It includes time for Japanese and English conversation exchange, and Japanese participants are also welcome. It is a regular group for anyone wanting to improve their Japanese skills while learning more about the culture.
Sign in to contactCardiff French Group
Language exchange
This Cardiff group meets for casual French conversation and related social events. It runs drop-in sessions on Fridays and twice a month on Saturdays. People of any ability level, background or motivation are welcome, and the organisers say the group usually has at least six attendees, with more in busy weeks.
Sign in to contactSAMYE FOUNDATION WALES Mindfulness Centre
Meditation
This Cardiff-based group offers mindfulness and meditation courses in the community, alongside other activities such as Tai Chi, Qigong and yoga. It also runs regular Buddhist events at its Tibetan Buddhist Dharma centre, and these are open to all. The group says it is inclusive and welcomes people of any age, gender, race, creed or sexual orientation, with visits available during the week when courses, retreats or therapies are running.
Sign in to contactMindful Moments Memorable Headshots Cardiff
Meditation
This Cardiff meetup brings people together for mindfulness and smartphone photography in outdoor settings such as Bute Park and Roath Park, weather allowing. Sessions include guided prompts, calm conversation and practical tips for taking outdoor portraits and headshots, while also focusing on presence and connection. The group says it offers a gentle, social space, and some paid events are available.
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Meditation
This Cardiff group runs free meditation sessions each Tuesday evening from 8pm to 9.30pm at the Quaker Meeting House in Cardiff. Newcomers are welcome to join any week, even if they have missed earlier sessions.
Sign in to contactREFLECTures. Public lectures delivered by passionate people.
Real ale
REFLECTures is a free public lecture series in Cardiff, with talks held at SLIZZA PIZZA on the first Saturday of every month. Speakers cover whatever subject they are keen to talk about, with previous talks ranging from sharks to Jack the Ripper. The organisers are also looking for people who would like to give a talk at one of the Saturday sessions.
Sign in to contactCardiff Party People - Pubs, Bars & Events
Real ale
This group organises social nights out around pubs, bars and clubs, with some events in Cardiff and others in Bristol. It welcomes adults of any age and says the atmosphere is inclusive, fun and safe. It is not a dating group and is for people who want friendly company rather than romance.
Sign in to contactSocialise | Cardiff | Social Group, Events & Making Friends
Real ale
This Cardiff social club organises a wide mix of get-togethers, including pub quizzes, live music, comedy nights, walks, craft workshops and drinks-based events such as wine tastings and craft beer evenings. It runs hosted activities every week across the city, including the centre, Stokes Croft and Southville. The group is for people wanting to meet others and make friends, and it also offers LGBTQ+ and women-only socials.
Sign in to contactCardiff CAMRA
Real ale
The Cardiff 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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Choirs
This Cardiff-based listing is for people interested in local choirs and sharing information about them. It says there are many different choirs in the city and that the aim is to help people find one that suits them.
Sign in to contactThe Lambert Lounge
Bands
The Lambert Lounge runs a weekly open mic and jam session in Cardiff every Wednesday from 7pm to 9.30pm. It welcomes artists of all genres and ability levels, and people can also attend for free just to listen.
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