Hobby groups in Manchester
Below you'll find every hobby group we know of in Manchester, as well as people looking to join one.
We Are Book And Cranny (Manchester 28-40 y/o’s Book Club)
Book club
We Are Book and Cranny is a Manchester book club for people aged 29 to 41, meeting once a month, usually on the third Monday. Members read a wide range of books, from poetry and graphic novels to autobiographies, and choose the next title by vote at each meeting. Attendance requires advance payment and joining the going list.
Sign in to contactThe Conservative Book Group
Book club
This Manchester book group explores conservative political thought across philosophy, politics, literature, art and culture. It plans to meet every month or so, depending on the length of the book, at a venue in central Manchester on a weekday evening. All political viewpoints are welcome, though it is aimed at people with an open mind who want to read, discuss and socialise.
Sign in to contactThe Sketchbookers (Manchester)
Sketching & art
It is a Manchester sketching and art group for people who want to draw or sketch together and share ideas. The listing says it is open to amateur, professional and curious artists, and that members may go to a pub afterwards to talk about art. No regular meeting time or cost is given.
Sign in to contactLife Drawing Manchester
Sketching & art
Life Drawing Manchester runs an untutored life drawing session every Thursday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm in its studio. Help is available from the host if needed, and the group welcomes everyone from complete beginners to professional artists. Attendance costs £15, with student and concession rates available, and people often go on for a drink at the Peer Hat afterwards.
Sign in to contactLife Drawing at the Whitworth Gallery with In Demand Mcr
Sketching & art
This group meets once a month at the Whitworth Gallery in Manchester for a relaxed life drawing session with a live model and background music. The event includes two hours of unguided drawing, with materials supplied, and all drawing abilities are welcome. The ticket price also covers drinks and light snacks.
Sign in to contactManchester Spanish Language Meetups & Socials
Language exchange
This Manchester group runs relaxed Spanish social meetups, including coffee mornings and after-work gatherings, where only Spanish is spoken. It is open to native speakers and learners, with an upper-beginner level suggested, and people do not need to come with a friend. The events are for meeting others, chatting in Spanish and making new connections.
Sign in to contactEnglish Language Club
Language exchange
English Language Club in Manchester offers weekly conversational English classes for non-native speakers, led by trained volunteers. It meets on Thursdays from 11am to 12pm at !Audacious Church on Trinity Way, and welcomes people who have recently moved to the UK as well as participants from many different countries.
Sign in to contactSilent Sufi Meditation in Manchester (Naqshbandi)
Meditation
This Manchester meditation group follows a Sufi tradition and meets for silent meditation, with a short introduction to its practices beforehand. It says it is setting up twice-monthly meetups for people of all faiths and backgrounds. The sessions are for those interested in learning more about Sufism and experiencing its approach to meditation.
Sign in to contactSacred Lounge | Meditation, Music & Meaningful Conversations
Meditation
Sacred Lounge is a meditation group in Manchester that offers a relaxed place to unwind, meet others and take part in guided meditation. Sessions also include talks, live mantra music and refreshments, with occasional special events such as yoga, gong baths and guest speakers. It is open to everyone and says no experience is needed.
Sign in to contactLearn How To meditate - Men Only
Meditation
This men-only meditation group offers beginner-friendly sessions for those new to meditation or for people who have tried it before and stopped. It runs monthly free immersive sessions, with events held either online through Zoom or at local venues in Manchester. The organiser says there are discounted events as well, and no previous experience is needed.
Sign in to contactKadampa Meditation Centre Manchester
Meditation
Kadampa Meditation Centre Manchester runs meditation and modern Buddhism classes and courses for people of all levels. Sessions take place at its main centre in Chorlton and at venues across Greater Manchester.
Sign in to contactInner Space Meditation & Personal Development Centre
Meditation
Inner Space Manchester is a meditation and personal development group linked to the Brahma Kumaris. It offers people from all religious and cultural backgrounds the chance to explore spirituality and learn reflection and meditation skills based on Raja Yoga philosophy. The group says this can support inner calm, clear thinking and personal well-being.
Sign in to contactManchester Meditation and Mindfulness Group from Samadhi
Meditation
This Manchester group introduces meditation and mindfulness and aims to help people bring these practices into everyday life. It runs sessions using meditations from Buddhist and other contemplative traditions, alongside ideas drawn from meditation, psychology and Buddhist teaching. The group says everyone is welcome.
Sign in to contactMeditation with Michael
Meditation
This Manchester group runs meditation sessions, ecstatic dance, nature walks and other wellbeing events. It focuses on down-to-earth activities that let people breathe, move and reflect without pressure. No timing, cost or age details are given.
Sign in to contactOrton's Manchester Writers Circle
Writing
Orton's Manchester Writers Circle is a volunteer-run group for poets, authors, screenwriters, playwrights and songwriters in Manchester. It welcomes people of any experience level and holds weekly read-out sessions where members can share work for feedback or listen to others, along with workshops and writing exercise sessions on topics such as story structure, character development and flash fiction. The group also offers a writing community for people to share work and take part in timed...
Sign in to contactBuzzin Bards Yard Poetry Group
Writing
Buzzin Bards Yard Poetry Group is for poetry enthusiasts in the Greater Manchester area. It welcomes both experienced writers and people who have never tried writing poetry before. The group also shares information about anthologies, other projects and opportunities for publication.
Sign in to contactShut Up & Write!® Manchester
Writing
Shut Up & Write! Manchester brings writers together for structured sessions that help them make steady progress on their projects. Meetings begin with brief introductions, followed by a quiet writing period and an optional chat at the end, with no reading or critique of anyone’s work.
Sign in to contactManchester Knitting Bee
Knitting & crafts
Manchester Knitting Bee is a relaxed meetup for people interested in knitting, crochet and embroidery, with drinks and treats while they work on their own projects. It meets every other Tuesday from 6pm to 8pm at Navarro Lounge in Manchester, and the venue is fully accessible. All skill levels are welcome, including beginners, though it is not a workshop and attendees are asked to RSVP.
Sign in to contactThe Manchester Film Fans Meetup Group
Fandoms
This Manchester group gets together to watch films at a range of venues, usually Odeon Great Northern and HOME. It covers everything from mainstream blockbusters to independent films. After screenings, members often stay for a chat, food and a drink in the bar area at HOME, and new people are welcome to join.
Sign in to contactGeek Lite Manchester
Fandoms
Geek Lite Manchester is a social group for people in Manchester who enjoy pop culture, including TV, films and comics, without being full-time enthusiasts. It welcomes anyone, but is aimed at those who know the references, enjoy the fandoms and are curious about them rather than deeply committed. No meeting time, venue or cost is given.
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