Girly Gatherings is a group of women in their 20s and 30s who live or work in and around the Reading/Berkshire area. We're all all keen to make friends, meet new people and try new things- after all nothing beats a chat and a laugh over a glass of wine with good girlfriends! We love nothing better than meeting up for girly gatherings- we've done everything from ceroc dancing, cocktail making and cupcake decorating to live comedy and dinners out, with a few drinks along the way! We have some reg …

Our book group based in Reading Berkshire has now been going for almost four years. We are always open to new members. So if you're local and love reading, come along! We normally meet once a month on the last Tuesday of the month. Come to laugh, share stories and make new friends!

We seek submissions UK wide from unpublished fiction writers (novelist ,short-story, playwrite, poem) We are giving you an opportunity to read an extract from a completed chapter to other would-be writers and the general public. If you are interested in taking part please complete form on main site. Maybe you are not a writer, but an avid reader and a lover of fiction books, come along to any event relax and listen.

Loughton creative arts and reading groups runs a variety of meetings throughout the month meeting at The Blossom Centre in Loughton (off Rectory Lane) Groups include: knitting and crochet group (2nd Monday of the month) and Book club (4th Thursday of the month) More to follow! We meet to create, chat, discuss, drink tea and eat home made cakes!

We're slowly making our way through the Guardian's list of 1000 novels everyone must read, which covers novels about love, crime, comedy, family and self, state of the nation, science fiction and fantasy, and war and travel.  We work our way through the categories each month, and invite members to nominate books from the list. Once nominations have been received, all members vote for their choice. The book club is for people living in and around Chiswick, as well as those who don't mind travelli …

The Wimbledon Book Club is a reading group that meets in Wimbledon, SW19 Merton South London, on the first and third Mondays of the month. We are a friendly bunch in our 20's, 30 (and the young at heart) who enjoy an "occasional" drink while discussing contemporary fiction paperbacks. We are very easy to get to if you live in Wimbledon, Wimbledon Village, Putney, Southfields, Raynes Park, Balham, Tooting, Morden, New Malden, Sutton or Mitcham :) We all know most Bookclubs tend to read the same …

We are having a <> at 7pm on the March 5th in Central London & you are invited. So if you are curious, seriously interested or just fancy meeting up with some fellow fantasy readers, now is the time... There will be nibbles and a full selection of all the books from our past, present & future reading list. Everyone is welcome! The Fantasy Book Club meets in central London on the third Tuesday of the month and is open to both men & women who enjoy discussing the themes and issues found in Fantas …

Ever wanted to take centre stage? Always dreamed of being an actress or actor? Do you enjoy plays? Who did or didn't you play in your school theatre production? If you missed out then, now here's your chance as a member of The Cast! The curtains have gone up. The spotlight is on you! Enjoy plays? Enjoy acting? Enjoy reading out loud? Like being the centre of attention? Want to make new friends? Want to have fun? If this sounds like you join us every two months where we will be reading some of th …

The Science Fiction Book Club meets in central London on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of the month & is open to Men & Women who enjoy discussing the themes & issues found in Science Fiction Novels. We read, meet & discuss character-led Sci-Fi novels for grown-ups at the more literate end of Science Fiction spectrum. Anything from Atwood to Zelazny that helps us become 'Well Read in SF'. Our books are usually from the 60's onwards & can include anything from Alternate History, Cyberpunk, Dystopian Sci- …

Welcome to The Reading Spanish Meetup Group! This is a friendly gathering of people living in the City of Reading and nearby towns who enjoy speaking Spanish and share an interest in Spanish and Latin American culture in general. We meet every two weeks on Wednesday evenings for a few drinks and Spanish conversation at a pub in the centre of Reading, in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. We also have meetups ocassionally on Fridays or Saturdays, which are great if you cannot come on Wednesdays. …

London Tarot Study Group meets every two weeks* to discuss topics in and about the Tarot, to practice readings, explore new ideas and techniques, and to share with like-minded people something we're all passionate about. We are open-minded and welcome all levels of experience - from curious watchers to professional readers, of all sorts of backgrounds and interests. Whether you come along to gain new Tarot knowledge, further your skills, or just to make new friends we will do our best to facilit …

If you enjoy reading crime novels and thrillers, this group club is for you! We pledge read only the most exciting, chilling and astonishingly good crime novels ever written! If you are enjoy the likes of Jo Nesbo, Stephen King, Martine Cole, Lee Child (to name a few) you will fit right in! Our meetings will take place mostly on weekends, either saturdays or sundays. We will aim to read one book every 4-6 weeks, depending on size. Books will be voted by our members. Members are most welcome to s …

If you're longing for intellectual discussions and love literature then this is the group for you. I've toyed with this idea for some time but have finally decided to go actively looking for a group that will dawdle over coffee or dinner for hours and hours.. If the idea of violent but civilised discussions on classic literature and poetry fills you with excitement then I hope you'll find a home here. A large group is not the idea at all. A small tightly knit group which shares similar interest …

To find out about meeting dates, venues and times click "Join us" Welcome to the Reading French Language Group We host weekly french conversation social pub gathering evenings in Reading, interactive french quiz nights, french music karaoke nights, french music dancing evenings, french films viewings and french board games nights. All events are hosted by native speakers. The aim of the group is to speak french and socialise at the same time. The Reading French Language Group represents an exce …

The First London Book Club has met every month since March 2005. We attract readers from all walks of life which always makes for interesting discussions. We mainly read fiction books which are suggested by the members and voted on in monthly meetings. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month in central London. In addition to regular Book Club meet-ups several members also orgainse other events such as Theatre visits, guided walks and informal social evenings. We always have a Christmas Pa …

This is a group for lovers of chick lit fiction and wine I know there are many Book Clubs out there who choose more high-brow fiction to discuss but after a busy day in the office, there's nothing more I like to do than unwind with a lighter read whilst drinking a glass of wine or two. Hence I'd thought I'd set up a Book Club to meet like-minded individuals who can come together over a glass of wine and discuss the chosen text, recommend any other reads and generally just make new friends. The p …

London Non-Fiction Books & Brunch Club While we can all give thanks to Grazia magazine for honing our WAG spotting talents and keeping us updated every time Cheryl Cole leaves the house with lipstick on her teeth, for those of us who also enjoy reading non-fiction books, it can be hard to find the right book club outlet. The purpose of this book club is to provide a relaxed, fun and social environment for women who enjoy reading non-fiction. Ideally, members will be: - between 28-38; - intereste …

This group is open to anyone who likes reading and likes to share their views on books. A degree in English Literature is not required! We'll meet up on the second Wednesday of each month to talk about a book that members have voted to read.

Unlike most others, our book club offers an opportunity to discuss a recent read while enjoying food and wine. Of course you don't have to have lunch; you don't have to drink wine; in fact you don't even have to read the chosen book - it's just a starting point for stimulating conversation. So feel free to join us on the first Sunday of the month for laughter and tears, lively discussion and lots of new friends. N.B. The £5 requested when you RSVP is taken off the restaurant bill at the meeting. …

Ever wondered what the author was thinking when they wrote a novel? We have created a meet up just for those who want to meet the author and then read their book with the knowledge of the objective and goals. Welcome to The Tea Box’s new Noveltea Book Club – a unique new way of meeting to discuss some of your favourite books from our local community of Authors – with niche to best-selling books on the agenda over the term. The Author will Introduce you to there book and then two weeks later afte …

A friendly, informal group aimed at anyone who likes.... well... culture really. In our busy lives we often overlook culture, whether through lack of time or other priorities. Here you don’t have to work to stay cultured! We’ll find you all the interesting tours, the surprising history, that unknown gem of a book or that exhibit at your local gallery you missed! Our book club events are a bit different and are aimed at people who don’t have time to desperately read the whole book the night befo …

Women Aloud London is a group for women who enjoy socialising and making new friends. For those that enjoy reading and discussing books, we have regular book clubs. We'll also do a social get together each month as well - food, drink, cultural etc. More details about the book club: Please join up if you want to read thought-provoking books, have a lively discussion over a drink or two, and make new friends along the way. We meet once a month at a venue in Central London. Here are some of the boo …

Welcome to Reading's Curry Club Meet Up! About Organiser: I'm Vicky, 24 & love curries. My boyfriend is Indian and I love to cook curries with him & for us. I also love to explore curry houses in and around Reading. Better than chocolate and well..anything else...I believe curries are the best food to get your taste buds tingling! Whether they be Indian, Thai, Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi About the Group: I hope to explore old and new curry restaurants around the area combined with making friends. …

Hi all! I am starting a book club in order to read all the amazing books I seem to spend my cash on - but don't make the time to read! Once a month at Vagabond on Holloway Road; we will meet, discuss and then perhaps go for drinks afterwards!

Do you know how the World is going to end? These authors do! We are a group of friends who realized that we are interested in post-apocalyptic books and as half joke decided to start a book club dedicated to it. We will be meeting once a month in a pub in Central London to chat about a pre-chosen post-apocalyptic themed book, as well as organizing movie nights and pub crawls. Also, we are an equal opportunity group and don't discriminate against those who are into dystopic lit, so if you fancy …

Our indoor sports events take place both in Maidenhead at the Magnet Leisure Centre, Reading (Rivermead Leisure Complex), and Wokingham (Badminton at St Crispin's Leisure Centre). Our outdoor leisure events: bike rides and walks take place around Oxford, Goring& Streatley, Reading, Maidenhead and Windsor. Join us and meet fellow sports and leisure mates! Enhance both your fitness and heath. Expand your social network and make friends while having fun! Here is a list of our activities: Badminton, …

Welcome to comic book club the book club for people who like their books to have plenty of pictures. Each month we'll read a trade paperback and then get together and discuss it over a few friendly jars. Looking forward to meeting you!

Single, couple or new to the area and want to improve your social life by meeting local people? Are you a Book, Theatre or Film lover and looking to share these interests with other local likeminded people? Then this group is for you! Lifein Cambs.......becauseLife Is For Enjoying! Offering you a Calendar of social events for local professionals Why not join us? We'd love to meet you! NEW FOR 2013! PLEASE NOTE THAT FURTHER CHANGES arenow being considered then will be implemented asap to our Li …