Hobby groups in Portsmouth

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

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Beth

Seeking a book club

Hiya, I currently work in education and have a tiny toddler; however, am super keen to find a book club that focuses on self help / development literature! Does anyone know of any that I could join at all?

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Dorena

Seeking a gaming group

Hi, I am a lively 75 year old lady who would love to join people who enjoy playing traditional board games, i.e. Scrabble or Rummicub etc. Is there anyone interested or any groups. Thank you

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Chelsea

Seeking a book club

I am 20 years old and would like to meet people of a similar age with the same interests as me. I love the theatre also. The books i like are anything really apart from history and memoirs.

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pauline

Seeking a book club

love reading but have got lazy so would like to bring some structure to back to my reading

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Ethan

Seeking a gaming group

Moved to Portsmouth a year ago with my wife. Have both played a bit of 5th edition D&D at uni and are keen to get back into it.

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Portsmouth Japanese Language & Culture Group

Language exchange

This Portsmouth group brings people together to practise Japanese, take part in language exchange and learn more about Japanese culture and traditions. It welcomes both beginners and fluent speakers, and says it aims to offer a relaxed, supportive setting for conversation and meeting new friends. Planned activities may include social meet-ups, online conversation practice, beginner lessons and culture workshops.

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Spanish-English native language exchange. Meetup Group

Language exchange

This Portsmouth group is for Spanish-English native language exchange, with the chance to join Salsa and Bachata classes, events and Spanish-latino or English socials. It is looking for people to join so that events can be organised.

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Portsmouth & South East Hampshire CAMRA

Real ale

The Portsmouth & South East Hampshire 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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Portsmouth Local Group

Birdwatching

Portsmouth Local Group is a local group of the RSPB. Members meet for talks, birdwatching trips and walks, and help with conservation work. Newcomers and beginners are welcome.

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Southsea Songbirds

Choirs

Southsea Songbirds is an all-female choir for singers aged 30 and over in Portsmouth. It meets on Tuesday afternoons during term time from 1.30pm to 3pm, and sings a mix of pop, folk, gospel and songs from around the world. The cost is £5 per week, with the option to pay by half term or on the day.

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Portsmouth Climate Choir

Choirs

Portsmouth Climate Choir meets on the last Monday of each month in Portsmouth to sing songs about the climate crisis and to join local and national events raising awareness of environmental damage. No singing experience is needed, and songs are taught by ear. A suggested donation of £5 to £10 is asked, or people can pay what they can.

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Shenanigan's Irish Bar session

Music sessions

A traditional music session at Shenanigan's Irish Bar, Southsea. Sessions are informal gatherings where musicians play tunes together - bring an instrument and join in, or just come along to listen.

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Portsmouth Irish Club session

Music sessions

A traditional music session at Portsmouth Irish Club, Portsmouth. Sessions are informal gatherings where musicians play tunes together - bring an instrument and join in, or just come along to listen.

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Weezer tribute band

Bands

A person in Portsmouth is looking to start a tribute band playing Weezer songs. They are seeking a guitarist, bassist and drummer, with a keyboard player mentioned as optional.

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Trombonist or Saxophonist needed

Bands

A reggae band in Portsmouth is seeking a trombonist or saxophonist to join up. The other players are already in place and they are hoping to start gigging soon.

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Female Bassist/Guitarist Looking to Start Band

Bands

A 21-year-old woman in Portsmouth is looking for other musicians to form an alternative rock, nu-metal or funk rock band. She plays bass and guitar, and is particularly interested in finding people for a new group rather than joining an existing one.

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Guitarist/Bassest available

Bands

A 28-year-old guitar and bass player in Portsmouth is looking to join a band. They have 14 years of experience and are mainly interested in cover or tribute groups, though they would also consider an originals band.

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Looking to start band

Bands

A guitarist in Portsmouth is looking to start a band and wants to find a vocalist, drummer, bassist and, if possible, a rhythm guitarist. They are looking for others aged around 16 to 20.

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Guitarist looking to start a Sum 41 Tribute band

Bands

A 36-year-old guitarist in Portsmouth is looking to join or start a Sum 41 tribute band on the south coast. They are seeking other musicians who want to create a pop-punk tribute project.

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METAL BAND LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED DRUMMER AND VOCALIST.

Bands

A metal music project in Portsmouth is seeking an experienced, committed drummer and a separate singer or vocalist. The listing is for musicians to join a new band, and it only states that applicants should already have experience and be reliable. No rehearsal details or costs are given.

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