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Activities or hobbies to try

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innocentize · 26/06/2026 22:28

What hobby or activity do you do that a newbie could try out? Nothing that requires immediate investment in expensive equipment to start - I’m looking to dabble, to begin with at least!

I’m trying to get out of a rut of work/school run/dinner/TV being my Groundhog Day routine and discover new things to do with my time. Looking for inspiration.

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Gateappreciation · 26/06/2026 22:33

Bookclub - if you have a kindle, books can be cheaper.

Running - buy decent trainers then download couch-to-5k on your phone, or join local beginners group

merlin app - listen to birdsong and the app identifies them

AltitudeCheck · 26/06/2026 22:37

Geocaching
Open water swimming
Hiking groups
Theatre/ choir groups

innocentize · 26/06/2026 22:39

Sorry, should have said - I mean things out of the house. I’m already a big reader (and TV watcher) and I work from home so probably spend about 95% of my life at home at the moment.

Running is a contender, can’t hurt to get fitter. Just wondered if there are any more niche or unusual things that people do that they could recommend.

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Coventgardengirl · 26/06/2026 22:40

Try Rebel Badge Club it’s like scouting and guides for Adults . I’m really loving it I’ve made new friends and tried out so many new activities

Silverbirchleaf · 26/06/2026 22:49

Netball is quite popular in our area, with teams for all abilities.

Dog agility if you have a dog.

Art classes

Evening school (from September) - learn a language

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