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A group of people looking to travel to Soouth Korea, learning the language or/and would like to learn new culture. Kpop,Kbeauty and Kdrama enthusiast welcome but please be aware that not everyone might be aware of the latest. Practice Korean/Hangul and English via reading, writing as well as speech.

Expand your friendship circle and have a great social life with like-minded people that want to do what you want to do.  Newcastle’s Premier Social Group. 35+ .   Founded - March 2009.    No set agenda, just an opportunity to make new friends at various events such as walking, cycling, restaurant/pub meals, live bands, cinema outings, weekends away, holidays abroad, pub/club nights and much more. Life is more fun together.    Ethos of New Friends in Newcastle and Mission Statement - Bringing people together, making new friends and doing so many fun things with great company..............  Join us -  [https://www.meetup.com/New-friends-in-Newcastle/](https://www.meetup.com/New-friends-in-Newcastle/)  See our group reviews-    [https://www.meetup.com/New-friends-in-Newcastle/about/comments/?op=all](https://www.meetup.com/New-friends-in-Newcastle/about/comments/?op=all)  [ ](https://www.meetup.com/New-friends-in-Newcastle/about/comments/?op=all) Like us on Facebook -    [https://www.facebook.com/New-Friends-in-Newcastle-North-East-143554655809480/?ref=hl](https://www.facebook.com/New-Friends-in-Newcastle-North-East-143554655809480/?ref=hl)  [ ](https://www.facebook.com/pages/New-Friends-in-Newcastle/143554655809480?ref=hl) Although many events are centred around Newcastle-Gateshead, many events are held outside this metropolis. Members from the surrounding Cities of Sunderland and Durham are also most welcome! Feel free to put forward suggestions and ideas for events. We look forward to meeting you. 5 day free trial period - Take a look at our website join us on our events 5 day free trial period from date of  membership being approved . Membership - £10.00 per year -Membership dues are paid within 5 days of joining. 

Welcome to The Friend Group Meetup! Our group is all about making new friends from all over the world and enjoying weekend, weekday, and evening adventures together. Whether you're a hobbyist, want to learn golf, play a friendly basketball match in the park, or just enjoy bowling, this is the perfect group for you. Join for weekend fun, activities, games nights and more. Let's connect, explore, and make lasting friendships in a fun and welcoming environment! **FAQs** * **What is The Friend Group?** A casual social club we’ve started because we believe there are people out there—like us—who might have moved to a new city or just have a smaller social circle and want to meet new people. We’re all about creating fun, laid-back space where you can connect with others without the pressure of networking events or large groups. * **Why are the group hangouts small?** There are already some great, well-established groups in Newcastle, like [Come Together Newcastle](https://www.meetup.com/come-together-newcastle/?eventOrigin=event_home_page), that already do an amazing job of bringing larger groups together for all kinds of events. The Friend Group is just another option—something for people who might not find it easy to come out of their shell in bigger settings. By keeping our groups small, we make it easier for everyone to get to know each other and feel comfortable. We also want hangouts to intentionally be a shared experience, so keeping things small the best format for that. * **Why does the first event cost £40?** The £40 fee for our first event covers everything: £36 goes directly to the event itself ([Gimme All You Got Package](https://booking.lane7.com/newcastle-booking/#activitiesbox)), and £4 helps with props and meetup page contributions. Any extras from the event goes towards keeping our Meetup page up and running. * **Why Do You Want The Group to Be Self-Sustaining?** Good question! While I’ve covered the initial costs for 6 months to get the group going, it’s really important that The Friend Group can support itself in the long run. If just one person keeps covering the costs and then can’t anymore, the whole group would have to close, which would be a bummer for everyone. ***The idea here is simple: if you enjoy the hangouts and get something out of the group, you chip in a little to help keep it going. If you’re not attending hangouts, no worries—you don’t have to pay.*** This way, the group stays flexible and fair for everyone, and we can keep bringing people together. * **How Are Future Hangouts Planned and Budgeted?** This first event is a bit of a test to see if people like the idea of smaller, more shared experience type activities. If it works, great! If not, we’ll tweak things based on what you all think. We’re planning to do test variety of events to fit different interests and budgets - friendly basketball games in the park, art classes, potlucks, etc. That way, you can pick and choose what works best for you. * **Is the Group Free to Join?** Yes, it’s totally free to join The Friend Group! Once you’re in, you can decide which events to attend based on what you like, your budget, and your schedule. There’s no pressure to come to every hangout—just join in when it feels right for you. * **Can I Get Involved with Organizing?** Absolutely! We’re just getting started, and we’d love to have more people involved. Whether you want to help plan events, manage finances, or just lend a hand, please let me know. The more people pitching in, the better this group will be. But i'm mindful that this is a new group so please feel no pressure. * **How Will Financial Transparency Be Handled?** Meetup has a pretty cool feature where we can track all the transactions and expenses. We’ll also keep receipts for anything we spend, so it’s all transparent and easy to see. This way, everyone knows exactly where the money’s going, and those who contribute can feel confident that it’s all being handled openly and fairly.

Live at the coast or just love being here? Want to expand your social circle by our gorgeous coastline? Why not come and join our small, warm and friendly group to get out and about at the coast and make new friends. Group number are kept low to allow proper integration of members and to ensure everyone feels welcomed. We’re open to people of all ages. We organise coffee and conversation, nights out, meals, live music, theatre, walks, day trips etc. The majority of our events will take place around our beautiful North East coast - Tynemouth, Cullercoats, Whitley Bay Area. There is an annual membership fee of £10 which is payable **in March each year.** Members who volunteer to host events and do so regularly minimum 4 a year) will not be charged an annual membership fee. Thank you for your help running the group. Anyone who is interested is hosting please let me know. All payments should be paid into the following account: Bank: Monzo Name on Account: Friends at the Coast (business account) Some may see it as Tania Hutchison trading as Friends at the Coast Sort Code: 04-00-03 Account Number: 23870223 * ***Please use your name as reference and quote* FEES *so I can check.*** OTHER RULES RSVP COURTESY PLEASE keep your RSVP up to date. This is always important so hosts know who we’re looking out for also where spaces are limited. It’s unfair to members on the waiting list to say you’re taking a place and not turn up. Also if you’re on the waiting list and someone drops out you will be automatically added as an attendee in chronological order (the app does this automatically) So please keep an eye out and again change your RSVP if you can no longer attend. Members who repeatedly RSVP and do not attend may be removed from the group. HEALTH AND SAFETY All members are responsible for their own safety while on activities with Friends @ The Coast. Please take sensible precaution, wear appropriate clothing and ensure you have the right level of fitness for activities. Please also be kind and look out for others who may need help. By attending events you accept that you do so at your own risk. Neither Friends @ The Coast nor the event organiser/host are responsible for your health, safety or wellbeing. We reserve the right to request covid vaccinated guests only at some events if necessary for health and safety reasons. DRUGS and SMOKING Illegal drug use is strictly forbidden on Friends @ The Coast events. If you are found using drugs you will be removed from the group. Smoking is permitted outside as per UK legislation. Please do not smoke in near proximity to other group members unless they have expressed it’s ok to do so. ZERO TOLERANCE We operate a zero tolerance approach to antisocial behaviour of any type. No bullying, no harassment, no discrimination etc. Please be courteous and treat each other with kindness. Please report any unwanted behaviour to me and it will be addressed as a matter of urgency. Members found breaking this rule will be immediately removed from the group. ###

***This group is for anyone who wants to meet new and old friends for varied social activities. Including dining out at new and established restaurants and cafes, meeting for drinks and chat at pubs and clubs. Visiting places of interest on day trips, weekends away and holidays. Plus many more!*** ***From 1st January 2023 the subscription fee will be £10 pro rata for 1 years membership of the group, payable one month after joining the Group. This will enable new members to attend events before committing to our group. We are a NON PROFIT making group The charge helps cover the costs paid to Meetup as well as sundry operating expenses incurred by the Organisers, any surplus will be used to either, offer discounted subscriptions, supplement an annual group party or donate to local charities etc*** ***Age limits - there isn’t one, but the members are predominantly characters who have, and continue to, live life to the full! ( suggested suitable for 50+)*** **Please read information below before joining an event:** **Events where a booking is not required:** 1. **If you join the RSVP list to attend an event and a booking is not necessary i.e. drinks only, please amend the RSVP as soon as possible if you can no longer attend.** 2. **In this way, the Organiser is not looking for you.** 3. **Also members who are on a wait list or were unable to attend due to number limitations can then rsvp.** 4. **Repeated cancellations and ‘No shows’ are monitored automatically and this may result in being removed from the group.** **Restaurant and Event Bookings** **The amount of time spent organizing restaurant and event bookings can be quite considerable.** **This includes contacting venues and restaurants multiple times to amend reservations because numbers have changed.** **This can also have an impact on future bookings with the restaurant and venues where seats have been held and cancelled at the last moment.** **We recognise that things can happen from time to time which are far more important than attendance at events, but a committed balance must be engaged which not only takes this into account but also acknowledges that Organisers and Hosts have a busy personal life outside of this group. Therefore the following will now apply:** 1. **A Deposit will always be needed for restaurant and certain event bookings - see the event page for details.** 2. **Deposits will be paid within 48 hours of joining the booking or members may be moved to " Not Going " if there is a wait list** 3. **Deposits will NOT BE REFUNDED if the your place on the event can not be filled.** 4. **Please take this into account when deciding the right time to join the booking and pay the deposit.** 5. **Annual Membership Fees: This will be £10 per annum and will be due on 1st January of each year payable pro rata after one month of joining the group.** **We will continue to remove those who have not, either viewed the group page or attended any events for over 6 months, on the basis that they do not intend to join an event. They may however reapply if they can give a guarantee to start attending! This will continue to be a small group of members who wish to actively take part in our events.** “DISCLAIMER” uh Neither the Organisers, their representatives or Meet Up can accept responsibility for your safety or any losses by taking part in any event organised by the Social Friends ( Newcastle & North East ) group. By taking part in any of our events you accept that you do so entirely at your own risk!

**Are you; looking to meet new people? Widen your social circle? Looking to participate in a range of divers activities? Looking to try new things? Then join this NEW social group aimed** **at people aged 35-55, based primarily in the Newcastle and surrounding areas. We will organise a range of exciting events to cater for a variety of interests including; Meals Out,** **Drinks, Cinema, Heritage Theatre, Arts & Culture, Day Trips, Walks & Tours as well as more quirky events such as Pop Up venues,** **Murder Mystery, Live Music and Concerts!** **There are currently no member ship, joining or event fees so Sign Up and come to one or all of our first events to try for yourself!** ***( n.b. Some events may require a deposit to secure places at the venue! )***

This is a social group for people 30+ And I’ve combined this with my singles group. Everyone is welcome if they think it's the group for them Most events are held in and around Newcastle but anyone in surrounding areas is welcome to join and anyone is welcome to host events in another area. We also have had events in Durham and Sunderland. There are always new people at every event and so you won't be the only new one and if you're apprehensive, just look out for the host or post a message on the comments section of the event when you will be arriving and we'll look out for you. This is a private group so only other members are allowed to see your profile and you may restrict certain information being shown. • Meet new people • Make new friends -Relationships • Widen your social circle • Most events are free unless otherwise mentioned. I know times are tough financially and I’ve removed membership fees Three reasons why a membership fee is charged: 1) You know that all members are actively part of this group so you're more likely to see them at our events. 2) A sense of community as members contribute both financially and with their time to organise events. 3) Meetup fees which it costs to use the Meetup.com platform.  I am not going to pick up the cost of running this group myself If you have any ideas for events anywhere in Sunderland, North/South Tyneside or Durham or anywhere in between, whether it's meals, drinks, walking,hiking, shows or if there is something that you want to do but don't want to do it alone, please message me and if you would like to host them yourself, you can become an event organizer. Please be aware that all members are required to have a clear, recognisable photograph of themselves on their profile. This is to ensure the safety and comfort of our members and to allow everyone to recognise group members when attending events. It is also not permitted to message other members that you have not met in person first or with inappropriate messages. Failure to comply may lead to your removal from the group.  Please note: If you RSVP for an event but cannot make it, please let us know. If you fail to let us know and don’t change your RSVP then you are likely to be removed from the group.

We aim to create a welcoming community that connects locals, migrants, refugees and everyone else who has landed in Newcastle. Through weekly language exchanges and other events we promote friendship, learning and helping each other.

Hello and welcome to Newcastle Language Exchange, THE group to expand your language abilities, meet new friends, and help others with their language learning. We are part of the [www.languagexchanges.com](www.languagexchanges.com) network, which hosts language exchanges and language courses in cities across the UK. Check our upcoming weekly events in the city centre, and also stay in contact with other language learners in Newcastle via: • Our Whatsapp groups: [https://languagexchanges.com/whatsapp/](https://languagexchanges.com/whatsapp/) • Our active Facebook group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/newcastlelanguageexchange](https://www.facebook.com/groups/newcastlelanguageexchange) • And our email newsletter:[ http://eepurl.com/dvq3cL](http://eepurl.com/dvq3cL) **PS** We are a friendly and open group, and ask our members to treat others with respect at all times. Please do not contact any members in private without their consent first. If you have any questions or would like to get in touch, email [info@languagexchanges.com](mailto:info@languagexchanges.com)

We are a diverse international community of 18-30 year olds with a shared love for food+drink, meeting new people and enjoying new experiences. This group is for you if you want to meet new people in York and feel at home. Maybe you’ve just moved to Newcastle? Maybe you’ve lived here for a while but just want to feel a bit more connected. Maybe you want to get out of your comfort zone, make new friends and try something new. There’s a place for you at the Table! We are 18-30 year olds, undergraduate, postgraduates, young professionals, studying/employed/unemployed - a friendly and welcoming community gathering around Tables all over the city. This group is hosted by Christians. You don’t have to be a Christian to come though! All faiths and backgrounds are welcome. We started this group because of our mutual love of meeting new people, learning about new cultures and helping people feel at home, away from home. Alongside our socials, meals, home gatherings, hikes, walks and activities, we host events with a spiritual focus where you can explore some of the deeper questions of life, meaning and faith. Look forward to seeing you soon! Check out what we’ve been up to in Manchester and Leeds @tablemcr on instagram. Love Paul and Bethanie

Hello, This is a group for people in their 20s to make new friends their own age and find new and interesting events in the North East. The Premise of this group is that most meetup groups in the North East cater to an older age group, while the 20s age group is often the hardest to make friends in after leaving education. We have events for all tastes; Coffee, nights out, museum, restaurants, galleries and much more. We're always looking for new ideas so please let us know if you have suggestions! We are mainly in Newcastle, but venture out to areas like Sunderland and Durham sometimes too.

This group is dedicated to organizing new and highlighting existing boardgaming events in Newcastle upon Tyne and North East. Are you looking to finally play that one game you Kickstarted? Or are just getting into boardgaming and don't know where to start? All are welcome! Meet new people and play new games!

Welcome to the Newcastle Upon Tyne Women's 30+ Social Meetup Group! We are a vibrant and diverse community of like-minded ladies, focused on fostering new friendships and connections. Whether you love art, culture, dining out, dancing, or simply getting together for a coffee and a chat, this is the group for you. Let's explore the vibrant Newcastle scene together and create memorable experiences tailored to our interests and goals. Join us to meet and connect with new friends who inspire, support, and share fun adventures – because life is better when you have amazing women by your side!

Welcome to the Newcastle Social Circle (All Ages) Meet Up group! This group was created with the intention of enabling people to meet amazing new friends. Whether that's for locals, or visitors alike. The only requirements we have are: \- Be 18\+ \- Be respectful of everyone in the community \- You have a clear profile photo and username you want people to know you as If you experience someone not meeting these expectations, please reach out to anyone on the leadership team to make us aware of the situation. This includes unsolicited messages through the Meet Up site as well. The group is community funded. We do not expect any subscription fee to join, and the only cost (if any) will be if an event is ticketed (For example, a club). Whilst donations to help maintain the cost of running the Meetup group is appreciated, it is completely optional.

**Welcome to Large Outdoors!** We’re absolutely delighted that you’ve chosen to step into a world of new friendships and unforgettable adventures with **Large Outdoors**. Whether you’re seeking **[walking weekends](https://www.largeoutdoors.com/weekend-adventures)**, **[adventure holidays](https://www.largeoutdoors.com/walking-adventure-holidays)**, or sociable **day walks**, we’ve got something for everyone who loves the outdoors. At **Large Outdoors**, we pride ourselves on making your experiences fun, safe, and convenient. All our trips are led by professional, paid guides, ensuring you’re in expert hands every step of the way. We take care of all the logistics, so you can focus on enjoying the stunning scenery and making new friends. There’s no need for a membership—simply explore our range of adventure trips and choose the ones that appeal to you most. Whether you’re interested in **[wild swimming](https://www.largeoutdoors.com/wild-swimming)** in Scotland, walking holidays at iconic spots like the **Giant’s Causeway** and the **[Scottish Islands](https://www.largeoutdoors.com/scotland)**, or just a sociable day walk, there’s an adventure waiting for you. ### Important Information While we use our 14 **Meetup groups** to share trips and promote upcoming adventures, all bookings must be made through our website at [www.largeoutdoors.com](http://www.largeoutdoors.com). You’ll also find more trips, additional dates, and the latest news on our website, so be sure to check it out! Please note, we **do not use the RSVP function** on Meetup for bookings, so the platform may show no attendees, even if the trip is fully booked. Looking to connect with others before your trip? Join our **[Friends of Large Outdoors Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/largeoutdoors)**, where you can arrange car shares or meet fellow adventurers ahead of time. ### Get in Touch If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to contact us: * **Web:** [www.largeoutdoors.com](http://www.largeoutdoors.com) * **Email:** [hello@largeoutdoors.com](mailto:hello@largeoutdoors.com) * **Phone:** 01653 740 400 We can’t wait to welcome you to your first **Large Outdoors** adventure—it’s the start of what we hope will be many memorable experiences!

Calling all EvE Online players in the UK! Join us for meetups to connect with fellow gamers, share strategies, and immerse yourself in the world of EvE Online. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out, this group is for anyone with a passion for internet spaceships. Let's build a community where we can get together and geek out over EvE online Don't miss out on the opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and make new friends who share your love for EvE Join our group now and let the adventures begin!

Welcome! This is a group for people based in and around Gosforth in Newcastle who would like to meet new people and have a laugh. We'll be arranging coffee dates, pub dates, comedy club dates, music dates, and anything else that the group members suggest. Most of the meet ups will take place in and around Gosforth but anyone and everyone is welcome regardless of where they are from! This group is free is join and most events are free to attend. However, if you’d like to chuck us a few quid once or twice a year to help with running costs (subscription to Meet-up, organising events etc), all donations would be grateful. You can do it via Paypal - at [PayPal.me/lostvoiceguy](https://paypal.me/lostvoiceguy) \- or by giving me the money at a meet\-up sometime\. We hope to see you at a meet-up soon!

Newcastle Ladies that Lunch is a social group for women in the North East who want to make new friends and have fun. We organise regular meals out and coffee mornings, daytime events and some evenings. Most venues are in and around Tyneside and Wearside which have easy transport links. There is an annual membership fee of £10 payable within the 1st week of membership, renewal by September 1 annually. Meetup is a worldwide non-profit making organisation and all membership fees go to help run the our group and the website. The group Organiser pays a half yearly fee to HQ. We may ask for non-refundable deposits on events where table bookings have to be made or a deposit is required.  If you're wanting to respond to several events at the same time, you can pay all at once. RSVP as usual then note which dates you're paying for on the transaction. If you would like days out, walking, cinema trips, theatre, photography, dog walking, pamper days, swimming, shopping etc, please contact Organiser (Sue Nicholson), or any of the leadership team, to arrange. The group can only prosper if members join in, attend events and suggest different things to do.    An up-to-date photograph is obligatory and it has to be a photo of you. 

**Welcome to** **North East Culture & Conversation**! 👋 This is a new social group for meeting and mingling with potential new friends in lovely locations, and bonding over shared interests. It’s aimed at the **20s, 30s and 40s** age range. Here you’ll find **coffee** gatherings, **board game** meets, **dinners**, a **cake** **club** offering convivial chatter for those with a sweet tooth, and some fun **days out** too. From time to time, we may offer some **cocktail** events and **parties** to bring everyone together, as well 🍸🍷🥳. Our **Adventures in Art** 🖼️ events centre around not just visiting museums and galleries, but also **trying out new creative skills** such as life drawing and pottery painting. There are other cultural activities to try out too, such as **theatre trips** and **live music events**. For those who enjoy cross-stitch, crochet or knitting with a side of chitchat, come and join our **Stitch and B\*tch**🪡🧵😉 … We host **two book clubs** \- one for fiction and one for non\-fiction \- take your pick or try both\! We also offer **film club** events from time to time, which skew towards foreign, cult and indie movies. It’s great if you want to engage in thought provoking discussion! 📚🎬 Sometimes we attend **talks and lectures** too, on various subjects: science, history, psychology, classics and more! It’s a great opportunity to learn something new and explore ideas together 🤓. Our events are primarily based in **Newcastle** and the surrounding areas, but sometimes we’ll venture a little further afield for day trips and some special adventures! If you’re interested in helping out with hosting in **Durham**, **Sunderland** or **Northumberland**, let us know as we’d love to branch out to offer events for young people there as well. If you have any ideas for new events, too, we are certainly open to suggestions ☺️. We do ask that members use their **first name** rather than an initial on their profile, and recommend using a **recognisable photo** of themselves. We are all here to meet with new people face to face! Clarity about who you are when you show up helps both the organisers and the members 😊. The group is fuelled on the values of **friendliness, kindness and mutual respect**. We are all adults, so let’s act like it 😉! **Bigotry, harassment and abusive behaviour won’t be tolerated**. We aim to foster a pro-social environment, so try to be considerate of your fellow members. **Now let’s have some fun** 🤩!