Book clubs in Cumbria

Below you'll find every active listing we have for book clubs and readers in Cumbria

All listings in Cumbria

Added 3 days ago

Mags (Whitehaven)

I am a 74 year old with seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and have been an avid reader since forever but only joined a book club when we moved to Cumbria twenty five years ago. Since then I have been a member of three clubs, all of which have folded due to dwindling numbers and/or Covid. I read a wide variety of genres, my favourite being contemporary fiction and my least favourites fantasy and sci-fi. My favourite books are Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, The Go-Between and Jane Eyre. I am currently reading Wuthering Heights.

Added 10 days ago

Jian (Windermere)

Bookworm.

Sarah (Carlisle)

I'm interested in a wide range of topics, but I'm particularly hoping to find people who would like to read and discuss philosophy, psychology, and history. I'd be really happy if I met a few people who would like to jointly read works by, say, Aristotle, Freud, Gibbon (e.g.). I'm an introvert, but I find the joint reading experience really rewarding. My preference is definitely for in person meetings, not online ones.

Julie (Cockermouth)

Hi, I'm looking to take up more reading in my spare and social activities. I am early retired due to health issues. I used to do a lot of reading years ago. I enjoy most topics, history, thrillers, romance, autobiographies, self help etc.

ReadingRacoon (Whitehaven)

Hi, 25/Female Looking for some local reading friends! I’m getting back into reading after a slump I enjoy reading fiction, fantasy and sci fi I’m currently reading the long way to a small angry planet. : )

Brews&Books (Whitehaven)

Hey! 30/Female, looking for some local book loving friends! I'm a big fan of fantasy, dark academia, romantasy and soon venturing into more horror and sci-fi. I am not a fan of non-fiction as I like to escape into big open worlds, with magic, creatures and unpredictability. Although I've found others who love these kind of genres online, some local book lover friends would be amazing too. If you have any similar genres you love, please reach out so we can connect. Maybe we can form a bookclub one day if there is enough of us!

BookReader84 (Appleby-in-Westmorland)

Meet new people and new books!

Phil (Cockermouth)

Hi, I’m Phil, and I’m a bookaholic.

Phil recommends:

The Secret History

by Donna Tartt | Buy this book

absolutely excellent character development, and superbly immersive writing.

1984

by George Orwell | Buy this book

Very surprising if you’re not familiar with it. Both innit plot content, and in how wonderfully easy and compelling it is to read.

Cumbria Power of Now group (Kendal)

The Cumbria Power of Now Group meet fortnightly on a Monday evening in Kendal to explore the spiritual bestseller 'The Power of Now' by Eckhart Tolle. Meetings include time for stillness after listening to a section of 'The Power of Now' audiobook, followed by informal discussion over a cup of tea/coffee and biscuits. You are welcome to join us whether you are familiar with this book or not. Please email for venue details and to book your place: helenbrfc3@gmail.com

Diane (Brampton)

BookReader70 (Whitehaven)

I have recently got into reading and would like to meet like-minded people. I enjoy reading a range of books including romance and auto-biographies.

Catherine (Barrow-in Furness)

Love reading and would love to connect socially

Ec123 (Barrow-in Furness)

I’ve lived in Barrow for years and have always been an avid reader. I’d love to get to some like minded people who also love reading. I’ve always wanted to join an in person book club. I read every type of genre and am focused on finishing my TBR (eventually).

Gwenda (Workington)

Like the idea of reading books that I wouldn’t necessarily choose myself, to improve scope and interest. Also will enjoy discussing said book with others in informal situation.

Aimee91 (Barrow-in Furness)

Hi, I moved back to barrow in 2022 and have always been an avid reader. I like fantasy, thriller and romance books generally but I will read anything. I was part of a book club in my previous area so I’m looking to join something similar here.

Lisa B. (Maryport)

Love anything book related! I’m obsessed! Harry Potter, thriller, literary fiction!

Eileen Dunlop (Windermere)

I enjoy a wide range of genres

BookReader92 (Barrow-in Furness)

My reading has lapsed of late due to the pressures of work and life (and social media) but I'm wanting to get back into it. Looking to meet new friends to discuss books and ideas. I'm interested in reading crime thrillers, politics, history and more

Karen (Kendal)

I enjoy most genres but when Im tired I prefer non fiction. I love Jane Austen, and historical novels. Just returned to UK after 20+ years in Australia so trying make connections. At the moment in an Air Bnb until we find our home - not necessarily in this area. Grew up on a farm and love all animals. Brought our 2 cats with us and they love to sit with me while I read.

Karen recommends:

A Fortunate Life

by AB Facey | Buy this book

An autobiography of an 'ordinary' man who believed he had a fortunate life despite experiencing Gallipoli and hardship in Western Australia. Certainly puts current expectations into perspective.