Hobby groups in Norwich
Below you'll find every hobby group we know of in Norwich, as well as people looking to join one.
Ride Harder
Cycling
Ride Harder is a cycling group in Norwich. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.
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Running
Sportspark is a running group in Norwich. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.
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Running
Fitzmaurice Park parkrun is a free, weekly, community 5k at Fitzmaurice Park, every Saturday morning. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - everyone is welcome, whatever their pace.
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Running
Sloughbottom parkrun is a free, weekly, community 5k at Sloughbottom Park,, every Saturday morning. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - everyone is welcome, whatever their pace.
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Running
Brundall parkrun is a free, weekly, community 5k at Countryside Park, every Saturday morning. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - everyone is welcome, whatever their pace.
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Running
Catton parkrun is a free, weekly, community 5k at Catton Park, every Saturday morning. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - everyone is welcome, whatever their pace.
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Running
Norwich parkrun is a free, weekly, community 5k at Eaton Park, Norwich, every Saturday morning. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - everyone is welcome, whatever their pace.
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Running
Colney Lane parkrun is a free, weekly, community 5k at UEA Colney Lane Playing Fields, every Saturday morning. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - everyone is welcome, whatever their pace.
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Running
Shredded beast training club is a RunTogether running group, part of England Athletics' network of friendly group runs. They meet at Sloughbottom park. Runs are usually on Saturday. Sessions cater for get me started runners. Distances: 0 - 5k.
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Running
Norwich Social Joggers is a RunTogether running group, part of England Athletics' network of friendly group runs. They meet at Henderson Recreation Ground. Runs are usually on Monday. Sessions cater for all levels runners. Distances: 0 - 5k.
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Running
Up The Tempo Running CIC is a RunTogether running group, part of England Athletics' network of friendly group runs. They meet at Eaton Park Band Stand. Runs are usually on Friday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Sessions cater for get me started and keep me going runners. Distances: 0 - 5k and 5 - 10k.
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Norwich Board Gamers
Gaming group
On Tuesdays, we come together from 7:20pm onwards to participate in different games. Our activity plans are available on our blog page and the BoardGameGeek Guild.
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Aftermath Gaming Club
Gaming group
The Aftermath Gaming Club convenes on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Tuesday evenings of each month, from 7 to 11. Non-members can't simply show up, so if you're interested or would like more information, get in touch with us.
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Norwich Board Gamers (NoBoG)
Gaming group
The Norwich Board Gamers have two evening meetings each week: Mondays at Louis Marchesi and Tuesdays at St Andrews Brewhouse, both conveniently located in central Norwich. All are welcome to join, arriving by 7.30pm, with no admission or membership fees. The regulars will provide games, but if you'd like to bring your own, that's encouraged. There's also a Facebook group, Twitter account, and blog that provide more information.
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Cowards Wargames
Gaming group
The Cowards are a social group that meets weekly for wargaming, boardgaming, roleplaying and card playing activities. We are an inclusive and supportive club, with experienced members who welcome new players and game ideas. There is an extensive range of terrain clubs use, in sizes from 1/300th all the way up to 54mm and regularly host tournaments. We are based in Hoveton at the Broadland Youth and Community Centre, and our meetings are Fridays 7/7.30 until late, and the last Sunday of each month. Everyone is welcome to come down for the first time for free, and subs are usually £3 per session. Drinks and cakes are also available.
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Aftermath Gaming Club
Gaming group
The Aftermath Gaming Club started in 2004, convening at the Lazar House on Sprowston road in Norwich for meetings each Tuesday and the 2nd and last Thursdays of the month. We specialize in playing a wide range of miniature, card, and board games from all genres. Additionally, we often conduct tests for game rules and have even demoed several titles for companies at major UK events such as the UK Games Expo. Not only are we notable for our tournaments, but our community outreach to museums, charities, and use of gaming to promote learning. To top it off, we host an annual free gaming event titled Diceni at the Forum in Norwich. We are a friendly, welcoming atmosphere that offers great environment and gaming; those wishing to join or get more information can use our website or should leave a PM and we'll respond promptly!
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Thursday Evening Book group
Book club
Meets at Poringland library on Run by Mitch Fitt Library service At present all female but open to all. Very friendly group who read both fiction and non-fiction and areinterested in what other reading groups like to read. We meet at: Overton\'s Way, Poringland, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 7WB Accepting new members
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Teenage Book Club
Book club
Join our book club at the Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library! Our teenage book club for 11-19 year-olds takes place on the last Friday of each month from 6pm-7pm in the special teen area on the library's ground floor. We cover a range of book topics, from classic literature to modern action, with our club members being free to suggest titles as well. Various activities and discussions make our group a vibrant and energetic club. New members are always welcome - the library's address is The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, Norfolk, Nr2 1AW.
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Book Buddies
Book club
The reading group based in Poringland Library is looking for new members, specifically girls aged 8. We meet once a month and promote reading books outside the norm. Overton's Way, Poringland, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 7WB is where to join. Mitch Fitt is the library service organising the group.
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