Hobby groups in Manchester

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

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greenpaint

Seeking a gaming group

Newbie player, watched lots of online play. Limited play experience

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Loz205

Seeking a book club

I enjoy reading a wide variety of books however have mainly read crime/thrillers

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NateWilliams04

Seeking a gaming group

I I did a DND campaign once a while ago but it split apart. Looking for group who would like to add to add a new character or two

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RoshReads24

Seeking a book club

Hi! I was an avid reader as a child and have finally gotten back into proper reading again this year (I’m 29). Counting down to tick 65 books read this year but am still only halfway through! Would love to join an intimate book club with quality discussions rather than a big group setting. I read all kinds of contemporary fiction and am currently reading Pachinko.

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Michael

Seeking a book club

I'm 32 and just moved to Greater Manchester. Currently on a long reading stint and trying to read 52 in 2025. I read fairly broadly, enjoying classics and contemporary novels. For me, the stranger the premise the better. I value being able to discuss fiction reading in general with anyone and I'm open minded towards different tastes.

Michael recommends:

War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells
War of the Worlds
by H.G. Wells | Learn more and buy
Wonderfully paced and highly imaginative with iconic scene unfolding one after the other. The imagery of Martian tripods blasting through Victorian era London is alone a feast for the mind.
Boy Parts by Eliza Clark
Boy Parts
by Eliza Clark | Learn more and buy
The most fun I've ever had following the life of an absolutely terrible person. A protagonist that is as equally cruel as she is beautiful with an internal world saturated with media consumption, personal ambition and spitefulness.
Stoner by John Williams
Stoner
by John Williams | Learn more and buy
A novel that reveals the heroics and great tragedies of a quiet, everyday life; a reminder that every passerby is silently moving through their own timelines with triumphs and terrors.
Brutes by Dizz Tate
Brutes
by Dizz Tate | Learn more and buy
A gang of mischievous, worrisome and often gross girls get drawn into a local missing person case. Delivered in the most purple of prose that make you feel the hot, sticky, overbearing atmosphere of urban Florida.
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bog

Seeking a gaming group

Played one trad dnd game before, looking for people in (South/)Manchester to play with. Totally open to being taught new stuff!

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Sorceror17

Seeking a gaming group

Traditional Dnd

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Raven

Seeking a book club

Love reading all kinds of stuff. Right now it’s romance fantasy (rofan) and manhwa, but I’m into thrillers and crime too. I'm curious by nature so also enjoy trying new things. Looking for people to talk about books with and share recommendations :)

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Nikki

Seeking a book club

Hi I’m Nikki 60 yr old love horror and detective stories and fantasy but always willing to try other genres would like to connect to other book lovers

Nikki recommends:

Going postal by Terry pratchett
Going postal
by Terry pratchett | Learn more and buy
The redemption of s con man to someone who wants to save the postal service absolutely great read
Carrie by Stephen king
Carrie
by Stephen king | Learn more and buy
tells the story of Carrie White, a shy high school outcast with telekinetic powers, who endures psychological abuse from her religious mother and torment from her peers.
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Rishabh Rajesh

Seeking a book club

I am 21 and I am interested in books that deal with diverse genres of history, philosophy and politics. I am also open to reading sci fi that adheres to the boundaries of imaginable reality and classic novel. Do get in touch if you are interested. I am also looking to make new friends in the process :)

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UshaNewToDND

Seeking a gaming group

Hi! I'm 24 and have never played DND before but I would love to try! If there are any groups or one-shots open to beginners, please get in touch :) I am mostly looking at playing in the evenings after work

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Ruthi3Readz

Seeking a book club

Hi! I'm Ruth & I'm 30. Moved to the City Centre. I've been a reader all my life but rediscovered my love for reading 3 years ago. I don't know anyone who reads the same genres I love but I've been part of a few online book clubs. I would like to join an in person book club (or start one) to meet people who love to read the genres I enjoy. My favourite genres are Fantasy, Science Fiction & Romance. Recently discovered that I also like Mysteries & Thrillers too. Started The Count of Monte Cristo and I am loving it. See some of my favourites below :)

Ruthi3Readz recommends:

The Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson
The Hero of Ages
by Brandon Sanderson | Learn more and buy
The way everything came together in this series still blows my mind.
Jade Legacy by Fonda Lee
Jade Legacy
by Fonda Lee | Learn more and buy
The character work was masterfully done.
Golden Son by Pierce Brown
Golden Son
by Pierce Brown | Learn more and buy
Some of the scenes live rent free in my head. Pierce Brown will put you through the ringer.
Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez
Yours Truly
by Abby Jimenez | Learn more and buy
This is the best contemporary romance I've ever read. Its a character driven romance which makes the romance a standout.
Reign & Ruin by J. D. Evans
Reign & Ruin
by J. D. Evans | Learn more and buy
The way the fantasy and romance plotlines came together was fantastic. The characters including the villain are well written.
The Kingdom of Copper by S. A. Chakraborty
The Kingdom of Copper
by S. A. Chakraborty | Learn more and buy
A fantasy set in a magical Middle Eastern kingdom based on Middle Eastern mythology.
Flamefall by Rosaria Munda
Flamefall
by Rosaria Munda | Learn more and buy
A strong political plotline, intricate world-building & well written characters.
Heartless by Elsie Silver
Heartless
by Elsie Silver | Learn more and buy
Cowboy Romance. I don't think I need to say anything more but it's fun, with good characters and a believable romance. Its the only Elise Silver book I recommend.
The Sword of Kaigen by M. L. Wang
The Sword of Kaigen
by M. L. Wang | Learn more and buy
It is a book about so many things. It has some pacing issues but the characters will stick with you.
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D.O.Z

Seeking a gaming group

Started painting 40K but want to transition to gaming. Interested in D&D or similar games

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Sophie

Seeking a book club

Hi, I’m 32 and despite reading as a teenager only recently became obsessed! Will read most things but enjoy fantasy the most! Looking for a book club to meet people and share my opinions and get some good recommendations!

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Shuayb

Seeking a gaming group

Heya, looking to join or form a d&d group in South Manchester/Stockport. I'm relatively new to d&d, I played with a group in London but they were all one shots, and then watched a lot of campaigns like Dimension 20 and played loads of Baldurs Gate 3. I don't mind being a DM! I've never DM'd though so would appreciate a bit of patience if I am going to

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I go by user

Seeking a gaming group

5E DND player but I've been reading up on LANCER and wanna try it out.

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Bandini

Seeking a book club

Compulsive, convulsive close reader living in Chorlton cum Hardy, working as a chef by day and writing a novel about the restless underground - a radical imaginary of the bunkers and sewers below the streets of Manchester - by night. Loves: Beckett, Bennett, Borges, Bukowski, Bulgakov, Calvino, Camus, Carver, Cooper Clarke, de Assis, Dostoevsky, Fante, Fitzgerald, Hardy, Hurston, Kafka, Larkin, Le Carre, Lispector, Lorca, McCullers, Murata, O'Brien, Orwell, Pekar, Pinter, Saramago, Selvon, Sinclair, Spark, Svevo, Vonnegut.

Bandini recommends:

The Third Policeman by Flann O'Brien
The Third Policeman
by Flann O'Brien | Learn more and buy
Hell is somewhere near Tullamore
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James

Gaming group

Hi, I'm 23 and just move to Manchester and is looking to make or join a group to play D&D (and other TTRPG games). I'm alway kin to learn and try new games and systems.

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12silverpieces

Seeking a gaming group

Hey all, I am a DnD Dungeon master and Player who has recently started work in Leeds. Im looking for a consistent weekly group to join to play some dungeons and dragons.

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Jac

Seeking a gaming group

Nice to meet you,my name is Jack I’m 27 from Bolton near Manchester. I’m an avid reader of fantasy books so enjoy a vast open world and world building some of my favourites are mistborn series and red rising, I also read a lot of mangas and webtoon! Got into DnD last year thanks to my friend James and have done small sessions with my friends which I have loved, only problem is we’ve known each other for years and I want to experience DnD as a new player with new people to challenge myself and broaden my love for this great game I understand a lot of the rules and classes but still have a lot to learn and will have questions during the sessions, I am open to try role play and would play any character to fit the party I can play Wednesday and Thursdays potentially Tuesdays If you wish to know anymore please feel free to ask away :)

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