Groups and Clubs

Oxfordshire is full of people getting together to do things they're interested in. Some interests, like music, sports or art, are so common you can find events and activities easily.

For others, like war gaming or kite flying, you really need to find a group of other people into in the same sort of thing.

It can also be interesting and fun to have a more general club to go to, one which is mostly about socialising, but will organise events and activities too.

General youth clubs and groups

Oxfordshire's Young People's Centres all run general youth clubs, where you can hang out, use facilities and meet up with other young people.

There are also other groups for young people, such as cadet groups, Scouts, Guides, Woodcraft Folk and Boy's Brigades.

Different groups suit different people, so you may need to look around to find the right one for you.

Here are some places to start looking:

• Activities Oxfordshire - groups, clubs and activities aimed at young people aged 13-19
• Oxfordshire County Council website - a broader range of groups
• Your local Young People's Centre - there are often adverts for groups and clubs on noticeboards

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Special interest groups

If you're looking for other people who share your interests, you can find links to clubs and groups on the Activities Oxfordshire website.

There are also many groups for different sorts of people e.g. young parents, people with disabilities, young carers, young people who are gay or questioning their sexuality, or people recovering from a bereavement or illness.

You can find information about these groups throughout The Survival Guide, in the Help Directory and on the topic pages.

Volunteering with a group

Most community groups are organised and run by volunteers, and some have a strong volunteering culture, such at the Scouts and Guides. Volunteering with a group can be a great way to meet new people while doing something you enjoy, as well as providing useful experience and doing good!

• Find out more : Volunteering

Links

These websites will help you find clubs and groups in Oxfordshire:

• Activities Oxfordshire
  Positive Activities for young people in Oxfordshire
• OCVA
  Voluntary youth groups in Oxfordshire
• OCVYS
  Voluntary Youth Services in Oxfordshire

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