Meet New People in Nottingham & Discover New Interests
A Fresh Way to Socialise in Nottingham, Connect and Enjoy the City
Nottingham is a city full of character with independent venues, culture, music, food and a strong sense of community. Yet even in a lively place like Nottingham, many adults quietly feel their social world has become smaller than they’d like.
It’s not a lack of interest.
It’s not a lack of effort.
It’s simply that life changes and our social circles don’t always change with it.
Affinity exists to bridge that gap, offering a welcoming way to meet new people, try new experiences and enjoy Nottingham more fully.
Why Meeting New People as an Adult Feels Different
As adults, we no longer have built-in social structures doing the work for us. School, university and early careers naturally placed us alongside new people every day. Later in life, socialising becomes more intentional and often more complicated!
Common challenges include:
- Established friendship groups that are hard to join
- Busy routines that leave little room for spontaneity
- Feeling awkward or self-conscious arriving alone
- Events that feel either too loud, too random, or too forced
Many people want to socialise more, but hesitate because the environments available don’t feel right.
This isn’t about confidence or personality, it’s about having spaces designed properly for adult social connection.
A Mix of Upcoming Events — Something for Everyone
Our events calendar is intentionally varied, because people are varied. No two members are the same, and no one wants to do the same thing every week.
That’s why our upcoming events include a broad mix of experiences, such as:
Food & Drink Socials
Relaxed lunches, dinners and evenings built around conversation, atmosphere and shared enjoyment. These are ideal for people who like sociable settings without pressure and where talking flows naturally and connections form without effort.
Music & Themed Events
Lively, fun music experiences that create instant energy and shared talking points. Themes and music remove the awkwardness of “what do we talk about?” and replace it with enjoyment, laughter and a sense of occasion.
Daytime Events
Perfect for those who prefer earlier finishes, calmer environments or simply want something different to evenings out. These daytime social events are unhurried, friendly and ideal for easing into social experiences.
Try-Something-New Experiences
Many members tell us these become their favourites. Experiences they wouldn’t book alone, but end up loving because they’re shared and because someone else has taken care of the planning.
You don’t have to attend everything. You just choose what feels right for you.
Coming Alone Isn’t a Risk, It’s Normal
One of the biggest barriers to socialising is the fear of arriving alone. In reality, a large proportion of Affinity members will do exactly that, especially at their first event.
We design our events so that:
- You’re greeted and welcomed on arrival
- Hosts help guide the flow of the experience
- Group sizes are comfortable and inclusive with a selection of smaller events for first timers
- No one is left feeling isolated or on show
You’re never expected to “work the room” or introduce yourself repeatedly. Conversation happens naturally, often because you’re already sharing an experience.
Many members say the hardest part was booking the first event — and the easiest part was enjoying it once they arrived.
Finding New Interests (Not Just New Faces)
Affinity isn’t only about meeting people, it’s also about rediscovering enjoyment, curiosity and variety in everyday life.
Through our events, members often:
- Reconnect with interests they’d forgotten about
- Discover new venues and parts of Nottingham
- Try activities they wouldn’t have chosen alone
- Feel more engaged and energised socially
This isn’t about reinventing yourself. It’s about gently expanding your world, one experience at a time.
Friendships tend to grow naturally when you see familiar faces across different events — without pressure or expectation.
A Different Way to Socialise in Nottingham
What makes Affinity different is intention.
Our events are:
- Curated – chosen carefully to suit our community
- Hosted – supported by people who care about atmosphere
- Community-led – shaped by the people who attend
We’re not trying to be everything to everyone. We’re creating a space for people who value respectful, enjoyable and meaningful social experiences.
It’s socialising that feels grown-up, comfortable and genuinely rewarding.
Explore What’s Coming Up
If you’re ready to:
- Meet new people in Nottingham
- Find new interests and experiences
- Enjoy social events that feel welcoming and well thought out
👉 Explore our upcoming events here:
https://affinity-club.co.uk/events/
You don’t need to change who you are, just give yourself the chance to enjoy something new!