BUILDING
HUMANIST COMMUNITY

Human beings are social animals, and we often feel the need to get together to find support, learn new things, meet new people, and work together for a common cause. Very often we just want to get together to relax and have fun with like-minded people.

Humanists UK has groups around the country providing a range of events and activities in your communities. Humanist groups have a variety of activities, and give you the opportunities for:

  • Meeting and socialising with like minded people, as well as promoting humanism in your local community.
  • Campaigning on humanist issues, as well as learning, exchanging ideas, and debating issues.
  • Representing humanist views in local decision making and volunteering and engaging in our social action.

Local Humanism Map

Humanists UK Local Groups
Partner Groups
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Upcoming Events

Click the pins for contact details and to find more about Humanists UK Local Groups and our humanist Partner Groups around the country.

Local Groups

Humanists UK Local Groups are communities organised by a local team of Humanists UK volunteers. They bring non-religious people together to be happier and more fulfilled and to be a force for good in their communities. These groups are a part of Humanists UK, and committee volunteers are provided with ongoing support and learning and development opportunities.

Local Groups are marked on the above map. Our current Local Groups are:

Leeds Humanists
Sheffield Humanists
Liverpool Humanists
York Humanists
Isle of Wight Humanists
Exeter Humanists
Leicester Humanists
Cornwall Humanists
Oxford Humanists
Derby Humanists
Haywards Heath Humanists
Nottingham Humanists
North Staffs Humanists
Northampton Humanists
Bangor Humanists
Dyneiddwyr Eryri Humanists
Maldon Humanists
Worcester Humanists
Portsmouth Humanists
Cardiff Humanists

As well as having Local Groups, Humanists UK is affiliated with a number of other humanist Partner Groups in towns and cities around the UK which also put on public events. These groups are also featured on the map above.

Getting involved: 

Click here to see what volunteering vacancies are available in your Local Group.

If there is no local group in your area, and you’re interested in getting one going, please email localgroups@humanists.uk.

Other humanist events and meet-ups

As well as the events organised by Humanists UK Local Groups, Humanists UK and its special interest networks and sections (such as LGBT Humanists, Young Humanists, and Humanist Climate Action) organise events around the UK. Many of these are listed under the ‘Community’ tab of our UK-wide events listings.

There are also a number of other humanist groups associated with Humanists UK, such as party-political humanist groups, which also organise events from time to time.

Upcoming Events

  • March Coffee Morning | Leicester Humanists

    Leicester

    Join us for our monthly social! Our Sunday coffee mornings are a great place for a friendly chat with like-minded people.

  • Cardiff Humanists March Meeting - Assisted Dying Bill, Senedd Elections & more.

    Cardiff

    Join us on Monday, 9th March at 7pm, at the Quaker Meeting House in Charles Street, for an evening of thought-provoking discussion and action. Are you curious about how humanism shapes our society and your daily life? Whether you’re new to humanism or a long-time supporter, this event is for you.

  • 'Education not indoctrination: the case for inclusive education in schools' with Lewis Young | Oxford Humanists

    Oxford

    What role should religion play in education? Where does this sit in current policy making? Join us to learn more about the case for inclusive education and the practical implications for schools and young people, and what reform could mean for social cohesion, understanding, and inclusive education.

  • Leeds Humanists Book Club

    Leeds

    Join us to discuss 'Stoner' by John Williams.  The story of an ordinary man's life; a man drawn to literature in early adulthood against the knowledge of his parents.

  • Energy is Life: A Rational Optimist’s Case for Human Progress with Zion Lights | York Humanists

    York

    What does energy really mean for ordinary lives — for safety, dignity, education, and opportunity? In this thought-provoking talk, science communicator and Humanists UK Patron Zion Lights reveals the human story behind one of the most misunderstood forces in our world. Drawing from her new book Energy Is Life, she explores how access to energy has lifted billions from hardship, empowered communities, and opened the door to human flourishing.

  • March Coffee and Chat | Nottingham Humanists

    Nottingham

    Come along and join us for a mid-week morning drink and a friendly chat about humanism.

  • March Curry Club | Bangor Humanists

    Bangor

    Bangor Humanists' Curry Club is the perfect way to get involved with your local humanist community, meet like-minded people, and enjoy fantastic food too!

  • Come and shape the future of Portsmouth Humanists!

    Portsmouth

    Come and join us for drinks and a friendly chat with like-minded people..

  • Social & Brunch | Exeter Humanists

    Exeter

    Our regular monthly social involving coffee, brunch, and lots of chatter.

  • Drinks & Discourse | Haywards Heath Humanists

    Burgess Hill

    Join us for an evening of friendly humanist conversation with a welcoming and like-minded community.

  • Nottingham Humanists Book Club

    Nottingham

    This month's book is "The Pleasure Principle" by Catherine Wilson.

  • March social with Quaker speaker | Maldon Humanists

    March social with a speaker from our local Quaker community, followed by friendly discussion and debate.

  • 'What I Believe' Listen-Along | Exeter Humanists

    Exeter

    Come and join Exeter Humanists for a 'What I Believe' podcast Listen-Along!

  • Explaining Atheism: Why Do We Not Believe? | Bangor Humanists

    Bangor

    We’re looking forward to hosting Professor Jonathan Lanman from Queen’s University Belfast to discuss the 'Explaining Atheism' project. It’s a rare chance to hear about the actual data and anthropology behind why people turn away from religion, moving beyond the usual anecdotes. If you are interested in what drives non-belief culturally and cognitively, don't miss this!

  • Curious about humanism? | North Staffs Humanists

    Stoke-on-Trent

    Curious about humanism? Want to know more? North Staffs Humanists invite you to join them at this friendly social with all your questions about humanism.

  • York Humanists Book Group

    York

    The Book Group will be discussing Domination, the new book from former Humanists UK President Alice Roberts.

  • Knaresborough Brunch | York Humanists

    Knaresborough

    If you live in the Harrogate / Knaresborough area, you're invited to join us for a Humanist Brunch at Marigold Café in Knaresborough. A chance to meet-up with other humanists in the pleasant environs of the River Nidd.

  • March Social | Sheffield Humanists

    Sheffield

    Our socials are a perfect way to get involved with your local humanist community, meet like-minded people, and have a drink and something to eat too!

  • Worcester Humanists Book Club

    Worcester

    Join us for the first ever Book Club event for Worcester Humanists. We will be discussing 'We Need New Stories' by Nesrine Malik.

  • March Brunch | Bangor Humanists

    Bangor

    Join us for brunch and a relaxed chat with fellow humanists at Coffee Cure at the Museum, nestled within the historic Bangor Castle.

  • March Evening Drinks | Nottingham Humanists

    Nottingham

    Come along and join us for some drinks and chats at the Bell Inn

  • Craftivism and Creativity: a talk by South Devon Stitchers | Exeters Humanists

    Exeter

    Creativity has the power to connect, inspire, and transform - please join us as we welcome Jean from South Devon Stitchers as she talks about her journey in crafting and the wide-ranging and deeply rewarding impact it has had.

  • Humanist marriage equality | Haywards Heath Humanists

    Haywards Heath

    Join us to discuss the campaign for legal recognition of humanist weddings, how humanists have led campaigns for marriage equality and reform, and humanist perspectives on relationships.

  • April Brunch | Worcester Humanists

    Worcester

    Please join us for our usual friendly and relaxed monthly brunch. Whether you're a humanist, humanist-friendly, or just humanist-curious, you'll be made very welcome.

  • Leicester Humanists Book Club: The City & The City - China Miéville

    Leicester

    This month we are reading The City & The City, by China Miéville. What did you think of the book? Join us for a friendly discussion.

  • Faith-to-Faithless - a vital Humanists UK service | York Humanists

    York

    Join us to learn about the vital work of Faith to Faithless, a specialised service providing a bridge to those navigating the transition from high-control religious environments.

  • April Curry Club | Bangor Humanists

    Bangor

    Bangor Humanists' Curry Club is the perfect way to get involved with your local humanist community, meet like-minded people, and enjoy fantastic food too!

  • April Coffee Morning | Leicester Humanists

    Leicester

    Want to learn more about how to get involved in humanism, or just have a friendly chat with like-minded people? Join your fellow humanists for a coffee!

  • 'The Next Crisis' - with Danny Dorling | Oxford Humanists

    Oxford

    What does the future look like and what we can do about it? Join renowned geographer Danny Dorling for a vibrant discussion of his most recent book The Next Crisis.

  • Joseph Priestley - Yorkshireman, Freethinker, Radical and Scientist | Sheffield Humanists

    Sheffield

    Radical ideas, scientific breakthroughs, and fearless dissent — this is the story of Joseph Priestley (1733-1804), a pioneering freethinker whose quest for reason and equality still inspires.

  • Drinks & Discourse | Haywards Heath Humanists

    Burgess Hill

    Join us for an evening of friendly humanist conversation with a welcoming and like-minded community.

  • April Social | Sheffield Humanists

    Sheffield

    Our socials are a perfect way to get involved with your local humanist community, meet like-minded people, and have a drink and something to eat too!

  • Queer Ecology Walk with Connor the Ecologist | LGBT+ Humanists

    London

    ‘Queer Ecology’ aims to challenge what we think of as being ‘natural’ or ‘unnatural’ and celebrates diversity in life. Join ecologist Connor Butler on a guided nature walk through Wandsworth Common to explore the diverse and unusual lifecycles found in the 'unnatural' plants and animals right outside your doorstep.

  • April Brunch | Bangor Humanists

    Bangor

    Join us for brunch and a relaxed chat with fellow humanists at Coffee Cure at the Museum, nestled within the historic Bangor Castle.

  • 'What I Believe' Listen-Along | Exeter Humanists

    Exeter

    Come and join Exeter Humanists for a 'What I Believe' podcast Listen-along!

  • Humanism and its aspirations: in conversation with Andrew Copson | Haywards Heath Humanists

    Haywards Heath

    Join us for a fascinating exploration of humanism’s potential role, from guiding individual life choices, to building better communities, to delivering global justice.

  • May Brunch | Worcester Humanists

    Worcester

    Please join us for our usual friendly and relaxed monthly brunch. Whether you're a humanist, humanist-friendly, or just humanist-curious, you'll be made very welcome.

  • May Coffee Morning | Leicester Humanists

    Leicester

    Want to learn more about how to get involved in humanism, or just have a friendly chat with like-minded people? Join your fellow humanists for a coffee!

  • 'Why religion? A whirlwind tour of the cognitive science of (non)religion' with Valerie van Mulukom | Oxford Humanists

    Oxford

    Why did religion develop in human histories? Why is it so ubiquitous, and why does it appear to persist, even in the face of secularisation? Join us to dive deep into the cognitive neuroscience of religion, non-religion and spirituality.

  • Drinks & Discourse | Haywards Heath Humanists

    Burgess Hill

    Join us for an evening of friendly humanist conversation with a welcoming and like-minded community.

  • 'What I Believe' Listen-Along | Exeter Humanists

    Exeter

    Come and join Exeter Humanists for a 'What I Believe' podcast Listen-along!

  • Humanism and the fight for LGBTQ equality | Haywards Heath Humanists

    Haywards Heath

    Join us to discover and celebrate how humanist values have shaped the ongoing struggle for LGBT equality, and consider the lessons for our community.

  • June Brunch | Worcester Humanists

    Worcester

    Please join us for our usual friendly and relaxed monthly brunch. Whether you're a humanist, humanist-friendly, or just humanist-curious, you'll be made very welcome.

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