JOIN A CLUB: OCTOBER ’25

If you’re thinking of joining a club in York this month, you’ll be spoilt for choice! We’ve narrowed down five of the best clubs currently meeting in and around the city, centred around everything from combat robotics to reading and gaming…

ROBODOJO

Readers! Remember Robot Wars? Based in Sutton-on-the-Forest, this local Combat Robotics club meets once monthly, hosting exciting, action-packed competitive events across three main weight classes. Robot wars… commence! Find further details or get in touch via www.facebook.com/RobodojoUK/?locale=en_GB. Visit www.bristolbotbuilders.com/guides for a comprehensive guide to UK combat robot building rules, or www.rampagebots.co.uk/login?redirect=/member/clubs/join/2 to sign up as a Robodojo member.

YORK MUSICIANS SOCIAL GROUP

This friendly musician’s network offers York-based music-makers the chance to connect, collaborate, and chat about all things musical. You don’t have to be a professional performer or instrumentalist to get on board – you just have to be passionate about music! Whether you’re a well-versed virtuoso, a magnificent maestro, or a burgeoning beginner, you’re more than welcome to head down to these regular informal meetings. Visit www.meetup.com/york-musicians-social-group/ or www.facebook.com/groups/204321116253013/?locale=en_GB for further details.

READ AND RELAX

Bookworms of York, unite! First launched in September this year, Read and Relax is a unique and cosy book group that meets every month at York Explore Library Cafe, on selected dates between 6.30pm-7.30pm. New members are welcome to rock up with their book of choice, enjoy a spot of quiet reading, and have a chat with like-minded booklovers over a cuppa. No bookings required!

Visit  https://exploreyork.org.uk/libraries/york-explore/ to find out more.

YORK GAMING GROUP

York Gaming Group offers weekly meetups designed to bring people together and foster new friendships through – you guessed it – playing games! All genres and bases are covered (including a range of board games, card games, video games and more), and you don’t need to be a hardcore gamer to join. Meetings occur each Thursday at Up A Level York on Market Street, alternating between daytime and evening sessions. Visit www.facebook.com/groups/2087921474953024 or discord.gg/GaJbwjbF to find out more.

YORKSHIRE N&W ARMY CADET FORCE

Now recruiting for York-based detachments in Fulford, Lumley/Acomb, and Strensall, the ACF is on the lookout for new members aged 12-18! If you’re a young person looking for a new challenge to see you into adulthood, the ACF’s twice-weekly training nights could be just the ticket. All that’s required for new members is a pair of boots and a positive attitude, so get yourself down to a parade night to see if the ACF could be right for you! Visit https://armycadets.com/find-a-detachment/ to register your interest as a prospective new member.