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Socialising in Manchester and Cheshire

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These are the kind of events that Social Circle does best and are a great way to get to know others, whether chatting over a meal at one of Manchester's many restaurants or enjoying a drink or two of one of the latest bars.
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Socialising is why you're here in the first place, right?

It goes without saying that these are our most popular events. Socialising in Manchester is why you're here and a wide range of events fall into this category. Whether it's Manchester wine tasting nights, drinks nights, pub crawls, meals out, comedy, quiz nights, a vast majority of our events are designed to have you meet new people and explore some of the many wonderful things to do in Manchester. We have a host at each and every event ready to meet you and have you mingling in no time at all. So if you enjoy Manchester socialising, and we hope you do, these will likely be among your favourite events.

 

Pure social and pure fun

Whether an after-work drink or two or visiting one of Manchester's hotspots, our drinks events are great for introductions. Meals out are also great and we choose from our menu and get to know each other over dinner. Many of our meals come with entertainment, such as belly dancing at Efes or plate smashing at Bazouki By Night. Manchester's bar and foodie scene is constantly evolving and we ensure to include the latest and greatest venues on our calendar. Whether you're looking for group nights or a singles night in Manchester, our socialising events  are a great way to meet new people.

 

Do you enjoy more active socialising?

If you like to be more physical in your socialising, we have light activities for you that allow you to really get to know people such as ten pin bowling and ping pong. We pay regular visits to Megabowl in Didsbury, as well as city centre venues like Dog Bowl with its neon bowling. We also offer salsa nights where you can show off your rhythm to your new dance friends.

 

So how does it work?

We know it’s a little unusual to turn up at an event knowing no one, so we don’t expect you to. Instead, we introduce you to the founders and then to the event host, who will to make sure you’re feeling excited and not too nervous.

Whether it’s that you're looking for more things to do in Manchester or its a lifelong ambition you're dying to fulfil, our Manchester activities have got you covered! Try us for Free.

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social circle testimonial from Peter

New Venues Fantastic People

I've been living in Manchester for eight years but had no idea there was so much right here on my doorstep. I live in Chorlton and most of my friends only visit the local bars. Since I joined Social Circle, I've been to so many new venues and met so many fantastic people. I'm impressed, to say the least.

Peter
social circle testimonial from John

Thanks Social Circle

I had become something of a hermit after my divorce so a friend suggested I take a look at Social Circle. I was hesitant at first but eventually I decided to give it a try. I soon got back into the swing of socialising and I can't speak highly enough about the other members. They really made it easy for me to come out of my shell. Thanks Social Circle!

John
social circle testimonial from Sarah

Manchester wine tasting

I love socialising with new people and Social Circle gave me gave me loads of opportunity to do just that. Since joining, I've attended numerous events and have met so many great people that my social life has never been better. Just last week, I went to a pub crawl and a meal and next week am going to two more events in Manchester, wine tasting included. Life is good!

Sarah

Types Of Event

Drinks

Our drinks nights are pure socialising. No matter what drink you enjoy, or even if you don't drink at all, members mingle like there's no tomorrow on our drinks nights. We visit a mix of old favourites and brand new venues.

Meals

A meal is the perfect way to get to know people. Sitting across from new friends, while choosing from a menu and enjoying a meal without music blaring away in the background, can be refreshing. The ideal occasion for those who enjoy conversation and meeting new people.

Comedy

Everyone loves a good laugh and comedy a fantastic way of breaking the ice on a social night out. From getting to to know one another before the show to discussing the best and worst bits afterwards, comedy is the perfect cure for those who feel a bit apprehensive about attending a social night.

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Upcoming Events

Didsbury Quiz at Olde Cock Inn

14/11/2018 , 7:30pm
Ye Olde Cock Inn, 2rn, 848 Wilmslow Rd, Manchester, M20 2RN.
Always a great atmosphere and a really mixed quiz. There is definitely a round for you.

Meal at Refuge by Volta

16/11/2018 , 8pm
Meet at The Refuge Oxford Street, Manchester M60 7HA
Imagine enjoying mouthwatering fayre at some of the hottest locations in Manchester, where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

NEW Banyans Spinningfields

17/11/2018 , 8pm
Banyans Vantage Point on Hardman Street in Spinningfields.
Imagine meeting new people at some of the hottest locations in Manchester where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

Foodies Festival @ Tatton Park

17/11/2018 , 10.30am
meet at Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire
Watch Great British Bake Off Stars baking live in The Cake & Desserts Theatre.

True Dating Stories

22/11/2018 , 7pm
Fuel Cafe Bar, 448 Wilmslow Road, M20 3BW Manchester
Story Party is the live storytelling show about the one topic we all struggle with DATING.

The Greatest Showman

22/11/2018 , 7pm
Menagerie Restaurant & Bar,Ground Floor, One New Bailey, Salford, Manchester, M3 5JL
Menagerie presents a brand new show for the festive season inspired by one of our favourite films, The Greatest Showman.

Host Recruitment Applications

22/11/2018 , Any
We plan to have more trips abroad along with an ever expanding social calendar with lots of varied and diverse events being hosted by fun and enthusiastic hosts.

Lettuce Laugh Comedy

23/11/2018 , 7.30pm
The Slug And Lettuce, 651 Wilmslow Rd, Didsbury, M20 6OZ.
Come and laugh along with some new Manchester friends at this increasingly popular comedy night.

Drinks in Norther Quarter

24/11/2018 , 8pm
Meet at Mackie Mayor, Eagle St, Manchester M4 5JY
Imagine meeting new people at some of the hottest locations in Manchester where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

Whisky Tasting

24/11/2018 , 7.30pm
Social Circle, 28 Cloister Road, Heaton Mersey, Stockport SK4 3AE (next to East Didsbury tram station)
Tonight we will be educating ourselves in the love of Whisky, a fun evening pairing foods with whisky, there will even be a quiz.

Walking with The Snowman

25/11/2018 , 12.30pm
Meet outside the Lowry Theatre where we will start our trail.
We've had a summer of bees, now Manchester is getting a sculpture trail of snowmen this Christmas.

Didsbury Ten Pin Bowling

26/11/2018 , 8pm
Meet inside, near the main entrance of Megabowl, Parrswood, East Didsbury, M20 5PG.
2 games of bowling either men against women or the good with the not so good either way try your luck, meeting some great new people whilst enjoying a fun and social activity.

Classic Cinema Club Night

27/11/2018 , 7.30pm
Social Circle Headquarters, 28 Cloister Road, Heaton Mersey, Stockport SK4 3AE (next to East Didsbury tran station)
Brand New to Social Circle. From Godfather to Gone with the Wind or Goldfinger to the Great Escape, the classic cinema night is just like a book club but for cinema lovers.

FUN Games Night

28/11/2018 , 8pm
28 Cloister Rd, Stockport, SK4 3AE (2 minutes walk from Parrs Wood).
How about breaking the dull routine and bringing some sunshine into your life by playing some of those great retro games we all love so much?

Big Value Comedy

29/11/2018 , 7.30pm
The Frog & Bucket, 102 Oldham Street, City Centre, M4 1LJ.
Three top class comics, one of the fantastic Frog comperes and aftershow disco with one of their residents and all absolutely FREE of charge!

Christmas Drinks in Didsbury

30/11/2018 , 8pm
The Metropolitan, 2 Lapwing Ln, Manchester M20 2WS
Imagine meeting new people at some of the hottest locations in Manchester where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

Xmas Markets and Mulled Wine

01/12/2018 , 6.30pm
Meeting in The Slug And Lettuce, Deansgate, M3 2EN before we head over to the markets in Albert Square.
Don your Santa hat, dust off the mulled wine glass, and get into the festive spirit.

Didsbury Comedy Club

02/12/2018 , 7:15pm
Didsbury Cricket Club, Wilmslow Rd, Didsbury, M20 2ZY.
Come and laugh along with some new Manchester friends at Didsbury's increasingly popular comedy night.

Ice Cavern in the Ice Village

02/12/2018 , 12pm
Ice Village Manchester, Cathedral Gardens, Corporation Street, Manchester. M4 3BG
Imagine having oodles of fun whilst meeting new people! There is always a great mix of friendly people on our events so if you are in the mood to try some new activities, then this is the event for you.

Festive Afternoon Tea

02/12/2018 , 2.30pm
Hotel Gotham, 100 King Street, Manchester M2 1WU. Meet in the Honey Restaurant at 2.30pm
Imagine enjoying mouthwatering fayre at some of the hottest locations in Manchester, where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

Murder Mystery Night

06/12/2018 , 7.30pm
The Ape & Apple, 28-30 John Dalton St, Manchester, M2 6HQ.
Do you like solving crimes and playing detective?

Christmas Cinema at Victoria

07/12/2018 , 6.30pm
Victoria Baths, Hathersage Road, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, M13 0FE
Imagine having oodles of fun whilst meeting new people! There is always a great mix of friendly people on our events so if you are in the mood to try some new activities, then this is the event for you.

WORLD CLASS CHRISTMAS PARTY

08/12/2018 , 6.45pm
Manchester Central Convention Complex, Windmill St, Manchester, M2 3GX.
Last year we were treated to an unforgettable evening of delicious food and hair-raising entertainment the feedback was incredible, we extremely exciting to bring you the new theme Zulu Sundance!

Sunday Lunch at The Lime Tree

09/12/2018 , 2.30pm
Meet at The Lime Tree, 8 Lapwing Lane, Manchester M20 2WS
Imagine enjoying mouthwatering fayre at some of the hottest locations in Manchester, where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

Didsbury Quiz at Olde Cock Inn

12/12/2018 , 7:30pm
Ye Olde Cock Inn, 2rn, 848 Wilmslow Rd, Manchester, M20 2RN.
Always a great atmosphere and a really mixed quiz. There is definitely a round for you.

Santa Pub Crawl

14/12/2018 , 8pm
City Centre, Manchester TBC
The legendary Social Circle Santa Pub Crawl is the ultimate social event and is guaranteed to be one of the best nights on any calendar.

Christmas Carol Sing-Along

15/12/2018 , 11.30am
Manchester Cathedral, Victoria St, Manchester M3 1SX
Imagine having oodles of fun whilst meeting new people! There is always a great mix of friendly people on our events so if you are in the mood to try some new activities, then this is the event for you.

Ice Skating & Drinks at First

15/12/2018 , 6.30pm
Manchester Ice Rink, Tony Wilson Place, First Street, Manchester, M15 4FN
Imagine having oodles of fun whilst meeting new people! There is always a great mix of friendly people on our events so if you are in the mood to try some new activities, then this is the event for you.

Xmas Markets & Mulled Wine

16/12/2018 , 2.30pm
Meeting in The Slug And Lettuce, Deansgate, M3 2EN before we head over to the markets in Albert Square
Imagine meeting new people at some of the hottest locations in Manchester where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

Christmas Ten Pin Bowling

17/12/2018 , 8pm
Meet inside, near the main entrance of Megabowl, Parrswood, East Didsbury, M20 5PG.
2 games of bowling either men against women or the good with the not so good either way try your luck, meeting some great new people whilst enjoying a fun and social activity.

Xmas Drinks in Heaton Moor

21/12/2018 , 8pm
Meet at The Elizabethan, 33 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor, Stockport. SK4 4PB
Imagine meeting new people at some of the hottest locations in Manchester where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

Christmas Party Anthems Night

21/12/2018 , 8pm
Grosvenor Casino, Parrswood Entertainment Centre, Wilmslow Road, Manchester, M20 5PG
Imagine meeting new people at some of the hottest locations in Manchester where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

Harvey Nichols Xmas Meal

22/12/2018 , 8pm
Exchange Square 21 New Cathedral Street , Manchester, M1 1AD
Imagine enjoying mouthwatering fayre at some of the hottest locations in Manchester, where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

New Year Catch Up Drinks

28/12/2018 , 8pm
The Metropolitan, 2 Lapwing Ln, Manchester M20 2WS
Imagine meeting new people at some of the hottest locations in Manchester where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

Meal & Drinks at The Ivy

29/12/2018 , 7.45pm
Ivy Asia, Byrom Street, Spinningfields, Manchester
Imagine meeting new people at some of the hottest locations in Manchester where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

Sunday Lunch at The Allotment

30/12/2018 , 2.30pm
Meet at The Allotment, 24 Dale Street, Manchester M1 1FY
Imagine enjoying mouthwatering fayre at some of the hottest locations in Manchester, where the conversation flows as easily as the cocktails.

New Years Eve Party at Albert

31/12/2018 , 7pm onwards
AlberTs Schloss, 27 Peter St, Manchester M2 5QR
Imagine having oodles of fun whilst meeting new people! There is always a great mix of friendly people on our events so if you are in the mood to try some new activities, then this is the event for you.
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