Hobby groups in Manchester

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

Lead vocals required for established indie/rock band

Bands

An established indie rock band in Manchester is looking for a lead singer. The group is very experienced and already has regular gigs booked, typically performing three or four times a month.

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Backing singer /writer needed

Bands

A performer in Manchester is looking for a backing singer and writer to help develop an existing gig-ready video show. They are open to someone who can also contribute ideas towards the project. The listing does not give any details about meeting times or costs.

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Keyboard player required!

Bands

A Manchester classic rock band is looking for a keyboard player to join them. They have been trying to find someone for some time and play material in the style of well-known rock acts. The listing is for someone interested in joining a band rather than a paid role.

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Bass player required

Bands

A new music project in Manchester is looking for a bass player to join. The other musicians are described as established and very experienced, and they want someone with a similar level of ability. The listing does not give any meeting times or mention a cost.

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Bass player required

Bands

A new Manchester music project is looking for a bass player to join a line-up of experienced and capable musicians. It is seeking someone with a similar level of experience.

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Metal guitarist looking for a serious band

Bands

A 25-year-old guitarist in Greater Manchester is looking to join, or possibly start, a serious metal band. They want to build the group with the aim of playing gigs, touring and developing it further.

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Drummer Needed for Pop Punk Covers Band

Bands

A Manchester-based pop punk covers band is looking for a new drummer, with its first gig already booked for 21 November. The group is female fronted and plays pop punk and similar styles, and it is seeking someone to join the band rather than offering lessons or paid work.

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Musicians Wanted for Heavy Rock Band

Bands

A Manchester-based group is looking for drummers, bassists, guitarists, singers and other musicians to help form a modern heavy rock band with a melodic sound. The listing is for people interested in joining from the start, and it does not mention any age, level or cost.

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Bassist+Drummer wanted for Modern Rock

Bands

A modern heavy rock project in Manchester is looking for a drummer and bassist, with backing vocals welcomed. The music is said to be in a similar style to Alter Bridge, Alice In Chains and Black Stone Cherry.

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Manchester Foxes Touch Rugby

Rugby

Manchester Foxes Touch Rugby runs mixed touch rugby sessions in Manchester at Hough End Leisure Centre on Mondays from 6 to 8 pm. It focuses on competitive training and has squads for regional and national competition.

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Manchester Social Tag Rugby

Rugby

Manchester Social Tag Rugby runs mixed Tag Rugby leagues, events and taster sessions for people in Manchester. It is open to beginners and to those who have not played sport for a while, with free taster sessions available. The group meets throughout the year and includes a relaxed social get-together in a partner pub after play.

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MAD Walkers - 20s-30s Manchester hiking group

Walking

MAD Walkers is a Manchester hiking group for people in their 20s and 30s. It runs regular walks ranging from short, easy routes for beginners to longer, more demanding hikes, with most events reached by public transport. The group also holds monthly drinks meet-ups and sometimes organises weekend trips away, with members and newcomers welcome.

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Friendly Football South Manchester

Football

This Manchester football group plays once or twice a week, usually in the south of the city around Parrs Wood High School and nearby Didsbury areas. In summer, they may also arrange games at Fog Lane Park when enough players are available. The group is for friendly, relaxed football rather than competitive play, and new players can join without charge if a session has a fee.

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Casual Football Every Day of The Week In Manchester

Football

This group runs friendly football games in Manchester on different days and at various times and venues through the week. It is open to all players, and people are asked to make contact to join a game. Players only pay for the session they attend, and refunds are given if a game is cancelled. Bibs and a ball are provided.

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Play football in Manchester with FC Urban

Football

FC Urban organises casual football games across Manchester on good-quality pitches. The group welcomes players of all backgrounds and abilities, and each match is run by a friendly host who brings the equipment and keeps track of the score and player stats. People just need to sign up for a game and turn up to play.

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Manchester Football Group

Football

This Manchester football group arranges regular 6-a-side games at the SportCity pitches in Manchester. It is aimed at people in their 20s, 30s and 40s who want to play football on a regular basis. The listing says the pitches are available at a good rate.

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Founders Running Club :: Manchester

Running

Founders Running Club in Manchester runs weekly sessions that combine running with networking, bringing together entrepreneurs, professionals and creators. The group aims to build connections and support members while encouraging mental wellbeing and fitness. It welcomes people of any ethnicity, gender, background or fitness level.

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Dads football

Football

A person in Manchester is looking for other dads to join a weekly football game. There is no need to commit to every week, and it is described as a fun, informal match.

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Play football in Newton Heath at Ten Acres. Weekly group looking for a new player

Football

This Manchester football group plays casual, friendly matches at Ten Acres Lane Sports Complex in Newton Heath and is looking for new players to help keep the games going. It meets on Mondays at 7pm and Thursdays at 8pm for one-hour games, with sides of seven or eight depending on numbers.

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Play football in Chorlton at Hough End. Weekly group looking for a new player

Football

This group plays casual football at Hough End Leisure Centre in Chorlton and is looking for new players to help keep the games going. They meet every Sunday at 3pm for one-hour matches, with sides of six or seven depending on numbers. All abilities are welcome.

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