How to make friends in London
- Martyn Hayes
- Mar 2, 2019
- 3 min read
Are you struggling to make friends in London? The big city can sometimes feel so lonely, even though you're surrounded by millions of people! It's a city that never sleeps. It's bursting with fun but why is it so hard to meet people here?
Let's face it, London is a place where you don't speak with your neighbours.
Friendly chats with strangers barely exist and heaven forbid you strike a conversation on the tube. But fortunately there are ways to form solid and lasting friendships. It may be difficult to meet others, but you aren't doomed to experience London in isolation. The city offers unique ways to reach out to new acquaintances. Across the capital there are like minded people taking part in social activities and waiting for someone like you to join.
So what are the best ways in making new friends in the city? Here are 6 fun suggestions to building your social life.
Fancy yourself as the next Robert DiNero or Meryl Streep? What can be more fun than making new friends while trying our a new comedy routine? London hosts plenty of affordable drama group that won't hurt your pocket.
These groups attract professional actors and hobbyist. So whatever your motivation, you're bound to find the right place that'll let you unleash those inner emotions.
Everyone & Anyone Adult Theatre Every Monday in Streatham Free
Acting Studio London Every Sunday in Marlyebone £5
Do you have a creative flair for drawing? If so then let yourself unwind with this relaxing hobby as you make friends over a glass of wine or two. People of all ages, genders and walks of life flock to these weekly events and get their creative juices flowing.
The fun part is to share your creativity with fellow artists as you listen to relaxing music... Oh and did I mention wine? Yes there will be wine!
Berlesque Life Drawing Every Thursday - Tooting £12
Life Drawing Finsbury Park - Every Tuesday £12
Learn how to play the ukulele while sharing a few pints with new potential buddies. Set in pub function rooms, this ever popular phenomenon has a reputation for laugh out loud good times. If you're a beginner then do not worry, you ill be able play one song after the first lesson.
Learn to Uke Dates vary - £80 for 4 lesson Locations vary
Why not throw some shapes at one of London's many dance classes? This is a fun way to get your groove on and blend with new pals as you shake your thing on the dance floor. From jazz, salsa and even street dance classes, City Academy offers many courses to get the oxygen flowing and meet other dancers.
Within weeks you may find yourself bonded with fellow dancers as you synch together into new choreographed moves.
City Academy Locations across London Dates & prices vary
Dance Buzz Locations across London Dates & prices vary
If you're a man or woman of faith, you'll easily find a nice community in a local place of worship. You may want to shop around and visit a few services before settling on the place that's right for you. The links below should be handy in your search.
Football fanatics will be sure to befriend fellow teammates by joining Footie Addicts. Matches are organised daily at locations everywhere in London. For as little as £5, you can lace up your boots and impress others with your fancy foot work.
Footie Addicts Location varies Price varies
Do you have any other suggestions? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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