We've been running since May 2010 - and with such a diverse music scene there is a definite niche/interest for this in Bristol. Bristol Live Music Group is an online social networking group.  All of our members love music and the aim of the group is to help people meet up to go to gigs, concerts, or just head off to acoustic sessions down the pub. Members of the group have attended a huge range of local gigs and festivals from rock, indie, indie folk, blues, soul, funk, jazz punk, world, acousti …

Hi I live in Bristol and have usually a busy working life, often not having so much time for socializing. I love meeting people and having new experiences and one i would like to share with others is cooking and learning new recipes. The idea is meeting up to share delicious recipes, it could be anything from sweet to savoury. It can be anything you have learnt, from your granma, a recipe book... a new way of meeting people. One of us will cook (your choice) and the others learn how to do that p …

We are a long established social group in Bristol who welcome new members! We organise a variety of social events with the emphasis on meeting new people, making new friends and having fun! Joining us is simple! There are no membership forms or fees! Just feel free to come along to any event you wish! Everyone in the age range 20-50 are able to join . The group is not a 'singles' club and couples are more than welcome to join us. If you are coming along to an event for the first time, someone fr …

This is a group for anyone in Bristol looking to meet new people and try new things

Welcome to Balanced View Bristol... Balanced View is a worldwide grassroots movement of people choosing to empower their gifts, skills and talents and see how they can use them powerfully for the benefit of all. By participating in the standardised education and innovative support system of Balanced View, called the Four Mainstays, we learn to recognise and rely on our always-on open intelligence, aligning us with reality and our natural power to benefit all. Bristol is the home of a thriving co …

A group for single parents to join up with others for activities in the Bristol area. I started the group as I'm a recently separated dad with a young son and I'd like us both to make new friends and meet others to help beat the isolation and create a new circle of friends. From tea and sympathy to events and trips.

This is a photography group for any one who has a digital camera who wants to learn how to take the sort of pictures that will make them proud to show their friends and maybe potential employers. This meetup group is specifically setup for photographers who have a camera with the ability to select different modes ,shutter aperture, shutter speed and ISO. We welcome all levels, there is no "test" to join but we do ask that everyone participates in both learning and teaching. We hope you will chos …

This baking club gets together a group of like-minded people who love baking, eating cake, and having a good chat with friends over coffee.  In the welcoming cafe space at Bradbury Hall, Henleaze, Bristol, we work together to bake something delicious, then consume the fruits of our labours with lots of tea, coffee and chat. This is a great opportunity to meet some new people, make friends, learn a new skill and become part of the community. All ingredients, tea, coffee and equipment provided. £8 …

This group is designed for adults of any age, not currently in relationship, to meet others socially.    This is not specifically a dating group;  more a forum for expanding your social life. At the moment we have a meetup for chat/drinks organised mid week twice a month. Atm this group is open to its members organising events, so you're welcome to organise your own occasional meetups  (I receive countless emails requesting to advertise business within this group. I will cancel any meetups being …

If you want to play fun and friendly poker in the South West... you're in the right place. Mainly based in Bristol, we have members from Cheltenham, Chippenham, Bath, WSM and other areas too. Weekly games are always available!

Here's how Ruth, the founder of the group, put it: "This Group is a great way of meeting French speakers in Bristol! I am a member of the meetup group in Birmingham and think it is a perfect way to make new friends in a relaxed environment as well as being able to speak a wonderful language! This group is for ANYONE and EVERYONE who wants to speak French and form new friendships. It doesn't matter what level you are, just come along and enjoy yourself! The purpose of this group is to HAVE FUN!" …

Hello there! We'd like to welcome you to our FREE weekly Sahaja Yoga meditation meetings hosted by Lucy, Cristine & Alan which take place in at the YHA in Bristol harbour side on Thursdays from 8.00pm - 9.30pm We are all volunteers of a Charity organisation and have many years of experience in offering free Sahaja Yoga Meditation classes. All across the globe, many are seeking new sources of energy. Meanwhile, the most transformative energy of all is hiding in plain sight, within us. It's natura …

This group is to enjoy anything and everything Spanish really! It would be nice to get Spanish speakers of ALL levels from all over together to have a drink, make friends, swap stories and, above all, have fun! ***PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS IS NOT A SPANISH/ENGLISH EXCHANGE GROUP, BUT FOR THOSE WISHING TO SPEAK IN SPANISH. PLEASE CONTACT IF YOU WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT "INTERCAMBIOS" IN BRISTOL.***

Café Philo is a way of meeting interesting, inquiring people who enjoy talking about life's big issues and conundrums in a convivial atmosphere in the Bristol  area. We meet regularly in cafés, pubs and other suitable venues to discuss all manner of philosophical topics. Some are profound, others are decidedly not. Our discussions are non-party-political and free of religious or ideological dogma (most of the time at least). We encourage a healthy mix of the serious and humourous, so you can be …

This is a group for those wanting to grow their spirituality, intuition and inner self. People at all stages along their journey are welcome, beginners and seasoned travellers all. This is a place for sharing knowledge, spirit wisdom, positivity and healing as well as a place for making friends! We will be meditating, using tarot and oracle cards, working with crystals and trees as well as connecting in with the Universal Energy!

I have decided to start the Italian Meet up group in Bristol, because i want to meet more Italian people and practise Italian! The purpose of this group is to provide the members with oppotunitties to speak Italian and Italian members to share their culture with members interested in this. This group welcomes both Italian people as well as people interested in practising this Language learning about this cutlture. Meeting in cafes and share meals, perhaps in Italian restaurants or cafes.

A friendly group for people who are interested in meeting up to talk about books they've read, and anything related to writing and literature.

We are a bunch of friendly Ruby developers, meeting once a month for some beers and talks.

This is a group for those that love cycling and who would like to meet up with other for bike rides (Adults/18+ only). We include regular sociable meetups exploring a selection of routes easily accessible from central Bristol, suitable for most levels of cyclist and keeping to quiet roads/cycle paths. As an informal meetup group we operates on 3 main principles that anyone coming on a ride/activity/social accepts: 1) No group liability: All members are fully responsible for themselves and decidi …

Do you want to feel good and improve the quality of your life, meeting likeminded people in the process? Do you enjoy reading books about Mind, Body and Spirit? Would you like to empower yourself with a proven, practical approach to life? Whether you're a beginner or have more experience with the Law of Attraction philosophy, these meetings and events are perfect for you. The Law of Attraction Centre is the largest and most talked about Law of Attraction community in Europe which was first estab …

A group for everyone that would like to explore their spirituality, their creativity, and find their true self. No matter what your experiences and where you feel you "are at" you are welcome. This group supports the sharing of experiences, knowledge, wisdom and healing. All meetings are safely held, laid back, non-judgemental, friendly and sociable. We cover such things as meditation, creativity, spirituality, chakras, breath work, energy work, reiki,  universal / white light energy connection …

A Thoroughly Western Teaching Your life is a mystery. Every child is born with a connection to this mystery but we are pulled out and away from it by the world of relating, achieving, aggression, information and knowledge. We all came into life to try and get something and most people spend their whole life chasing this something outside of themselves through experience. But if you have suffered enough from this endless outer pursuit for happiness and fulfilment then it can be very helpful to m …

Join adventures with likeminded people. In Bristol, UK and abroad: from kayaking & surfing weekends to ski & watersports holidays and overseas expeditions. We also meet up once a month to listen to an inspiring talk from an explorer and have a few beers. Bear Grylls: “Explorers Connect helps aspiring adventurers to make significant steps towards their dreams – and we all need a little help sometimes!  It is about sharing skills, knowledge and resources with like-minded folk and making the world …

About This group is for people wanting to find secret dining events. It is also a place for people planning to hold a secret dining event to advertise and sign up guests. What is secret dining? Secret dining is when someone uses their house or some other space to run a cross between an amateur restaurant and an intimate dinner party. Hosts serve up a menu of fresh home cooked dishes and guests make a donation or bring a gift to so say thank you. (A recommended donation can be specified in advan …

Forcewest is a business networking group in Bristol for anyone working with Salesforce.com, or wanting to find out more about the technology platform. This free event, hosted by Desynit, runs every couple of months. Come and have a drink, hear from expert speakers, get your questions answered, and meet others working with or on the platform in Bristol and the South West at this friendly and sociable event, open to all. Visit our website at www.forcewest.com to find out more about the group

The aim of this group is to provide parents and carers of children on the autistic spectrum with a bit of a break from the fairly full-on parenting experience we are all going through. It also provides the opportunity to meet new people and make new connections in a welcoming and friendly group. There are currently about 15 of us with children ranging in age from 3 to 9, some with a diagnosis, some without, some autistic, some with Aspergers. Each of us has wisdom to share: how we are coping, wh …

Flirt with Life is a group for people interested in exploring their playful and creative sides. Sometimes life can get too serious and this is about unleashing our child within who loves to play! Some of the events will be for specific group such as singles or women and others will be open to everyone. If you are serious about having some fun then I encourage you to join!  If you want to try something different I encourage you to join and if you want to have a go at Play Speed Dating - Speed Dat …

Ciao. I am Marinella, a native speaker from South of Italy. We are a friendly, relaxed group and we enjoy eating together... I love pizza! In this relaxed environment we eat while talking italiano (or listen), like an Italian family. Speaking italiano isn't necessary, some interest in the language and culture can help.. Let's enjoy the Italian passion through communication www.marinella.co.uk in Bristol and sometimes in Bath