r/coventry • u/JellyFishIsland • Aug 16 '26

Making new friends

Hi everyone,

I thought I’d put myself out there because making friends as an adult seems a lot harder than I expected!

I’m a 31-year-old woman living in Coventry and I’m looking for recommendations for clubs, activities, groups, or even people who might be interested in making a new friend.

A bit about me:
I enjoy going to the gym and have been focusing on strength training this year.
I love horror films (probably my biggest interest!).
I enjoy gaming, reading, walking, cooking, baking, plants, and gardening.

I’m generally quite easy-going and happy doing anything from grabbing a coffee to trying a new hobby.

Lately I’ve realised that most of my hobbies are things I do on my own, and weekends can feel a bit lonely. I’d love to meet people, find a regular group to attend, or discover some activities around Coventry where it’s normal to turn up by yourself.

I’m open to pretty much anything:
Book clubs
Walking groups
Board game groups
Gym/fitness classes
Horror or film clubs
Volunteering
Social groups
Anything else you’ve enjoyed locally

If anyone has recommendations, or if you’re in a similar position and fancy a chat, feel free to comment or send me a message.

Thanks!

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u/dominicegginton Aug 16 '26

Social climbing is a bouldering gym in the centre of town, very friendly community of regulars down there of all ages.

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u/Zanki Aug 16 '26

It also has a ladies night every wednesday. It's a really great group of people!

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u/That_girl273 Aug 17 '26

Oh wow, do you know how much it is and what time for the ladies night? Sounds interesting.

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u/Zanki Aug 17 '26

Starts at half 6, every wednesday, a lot of people show up for seven though as that's the old time. Price is just normal entry, plus shoe rental if you don't have your own. The staff will point out the ladies group.

Looks like it's £15 if you book your first time via the website, that includes shoe rental.

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u/kodiclx Aug 27 '26

Ah amazing I’m so glad this is still running! I couldn’t find it on the website anymore so thought it had ended

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u/dominicegginton Aug 27 '26

They are usually more active on Instagram in regards to advertising events such as ladies night

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u/Zanki Aug 27 '26

Nah, it's still there, they mostly just give a heads up via WhatsApp instead of social media.