What we’re about
If you're aged between 25 and 50 and looking to meet more people / make new friends, then why not take a bold (but easy) step towards doing something about it, and attend one of the many social events with members of the super-sociable group, the Friendly Faces of Warwickshire.
We enjoy a variety of scheduled events in Leamington, Warwick and the surrounding area, where new and regular members meet as a group to network as part of sociable / enjoyable activities. The events to choose from usually take place at the weekend, and can include countryside walks and hikes, gathering in bars, coffee shops or restaurants, going to indoor / outdoor cinemas, pool halls, festivals, tribute bands, stage shows… the list goes on.
To get involved simply browse the events page and then click the 'Attend' button on the events you like the look of.
At each of these events, you’ll meet the members - potential new friends from all walks of life and just like you in wanting to improve their social lives. They will make you feel very welcome as another valued contributor to what makes our events into special occasions to remember for all involved. It's normal to feel a little bit of apprehension about your first meeting, which is something we all have to go through, but after you've broken the ice for the first time, you’ll wonder what all the fuss was about and be eager to put your name down to come again!
If you keep attending, you'll recognise people you met at past events and start to grow commonalities and friendships with the people you connect well with.
Attending a FFW event by yourself is perfectly fine and it's what many people do. The attendees at each event are never the same.. each one consists of a combination of first-timers, seasoned members and everything in between, so there will be other new like-minded attendees just like you, whatever your situation.
The reality is, we're all like you and looking for opportunities to be sociable. We genuinely hope that you decide to get involved. When you do, we will look forward to meeting you.
Months from now you’ll look back on this moment that you took action with a smile, and be really glad you did!
You are always free to leave an event early should you decide at any stage that you want to / need to leave for whatever reason. You will not be judged.
Whatever you do, don't assume that you know how an event will be - just rock up for one and see what you think. Many members have done so and since said they were glad they did.
So ask yourself out loud: "What have I got to lose?"
And then hit that join button. 😊
Current Events Schedule:
- Friday Aug 1st : Leamington Monthly Social night out🍹
- Sunday Aug 3rd : Chesterton / Harbury Loop (7-mile hike) 🚶♀️
- Friday Aug 15th : Warwick Monthly Social night out🍹
- Sunday Aug 17th : Kenilworth Castle/Greenway (7-mile hike) 🚶♀️
- Saturday Aug 23rd : Leamington Soul House DJ night 🎵
- Monday Aug 25th : Bank Hol special : Edgehill in reverse! (7-mile hike) 🚶♀️
- Friday Aug 29th : Stratford upon Avon - Social night out 🍹
- Sunday Aug 31st : Sutton Park loop (7-mile hike) 🚶♀️
- Friday Sept 5th : Leamington Monthly Social night out🍹
- Sunday Sept 7th : Leamington Food & Drink Festival 🍔🍷
- Friday Sept 12th: Ibiza Orchestra Experience - Warwick 🎵
- Friday Sept 19th : Warwick Monthly Social night out🍹
- Saturday Sept 20th : Stratford Food & Drink Festival 🍔🍷
- Saturday Oct 25th : Drum&Bass Daytime DJ Event🎵
- Friday Oct 31st : Leamington Halloween Fancy-Dress / Social
More events are being scheduled all the time. Just add yourself to the group to be kept informed.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Sutton Park loop (7-mile hike)Wyndley Leisure Centre, Sutton Coldfield
Whether you're new to Friendly Faces or you're a seasoned regular, click the Attend button now and take full advantage of this tried and tested hike which will get you (1) out of the house, (2) exercising, and (3) meeting friendly, like-minded people with ease.
What are the details for this hike?
I've been asked by lots of people to schedule a hike in around Sutton Park, and having finally sat down and plotted out a route - I can strongly recommend this event as a fantastic opportunity to get outdoors and get some fresh air in your lungs. With the generous local knowledge of Helen and Karen (who came with us for the test walk) to put the finishing touches to it, this is another fantastic route to add to the Friendly Faces hikes collection.
Mostly flat with one or two easy slopes, this route is scenic throughout, and the pathways are very well trodden.We'll take advantage of the free parking in the leisure centre car park right next to the park and set off at 1pm sharp.
When we're done, we'll call in at the Wetherspoons just up the road, which is very spacious and has lots of nice outdoors areas to chill out in. So we can grab a well-earned sit down and a drink to end the day.Need a lift?...
If you aren't a driver and would like a lift to and from the starting point, leave a message here on the event page (as soon as you sign up) asking if anyone is kind enough to offer. Do that now, because leaving that question until the last few days before the event is too late.
Don't forget to offer a few pounds to your driver towards petrol money.Other things to note...
- Dogs are certainly welcome to attend this event 🐶✔️ however please bear in mind that unfortunately Wetherspoons pubs do not allow dogs anywhere on their premises, so if you do bring your dog you wont be able to join us for the drink and sit down at the end.
- At this event you'll have a fantastic outdoorsy afternoon out, you'll meet a warm group of super-social Friendly Faces (including first-timers as always) and you'll be amazed at how easy it is to make new acquaintances / connections along the way.Feel free to drop me a message if you have any questions.
If not - click the big red "Attend" button now to be kept in the loop, and so you dont forget.EVENT SUMMARY / IMPORTANT POINTS
- To find out how to become a full Friendly Faces group member, read here... https://www.meetup.com/friendlyfaces/events/305407432/
- This event starts at 13:00. Do not be late. Make sure you arrive early enough to get parked, and be ready at the start point for this time or we may leave without you.
- To attend this hiking event you must be physically active, in good health, and free from injury. If you are not all of these things - please remove yourself from the attendees list.
- Dogs ARE allowed 🐶✔️ to attend this event.
- Despite the sunny weather of late, there are some muddy areas that we will pass through. Hard to believe but it is true! Hard-wearing trainers will suffice for this route, but you are advised to bring (or invest in) some good quality ankle-protecting waterproof footwear for this and the varied subsequent Friendly Faces hikes.
