Club Website & contact

Town, area

Info (all are in UK, in roughly North to South order.
 See North for all clubs from Scotland to North of London)

Reading Ukulele Group

Reading

Reading Ukulele Group (intermediate level)2nd and 4th Wednesdays. Absolute Beginners 1st and 3rd Monday. Beginners 2nd and 4th Monday. Ukulele Practice Skills 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. All held respectively at Retreat Pub RG1 4EH and Eldon Arms RG1 4DX.  7 - 9pm. £5 per session. or just come to listen. For specific details and calendar see our website at http://www.readingukulelegroup.co.uk/  also songbooks and tutorials and also partake in our ever popular Facebook Group at  http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_186706694674361. All performing guests from other groups welcome

Essex Ukulele

Essex

we are a growing community of Uke players, with some 12 active bands gigging regularly at Barleylands in Essex, with skills ranging from pure beginners to some quite accomplished players.www.essexukulele.co.uk

Hanwell Ukulele Group

Hanwell, London

Hanwell Ukulele Group, Hanwell is in West London near Ealing.  website:   ᅠwww.hanwellukulele.co.uk    we meet every tuesday night at the Inn On The Green,13 Lower Boston Rd, London W7 3TX

Teddington Ukulele Players

 

Teddington

We play ukulele every Wednesday from 7:30 to late in the function room of The Royal Oak in Teddington in the London Borough of Richmond-upon-Thames. We are friendly crowd in a lovely venue, playing and singing a range of songs and arrangements to suit a wide range of taste and ability. The emphasis is on having fun and improving your playing. Everybody is welcome.  Venue details:  The Royal Oak  172 High Street, Teddington, TW11 8HU 
 Facebook Group : http://www.facebook.com/groups/TeddingtonUke/     
Website:http://www.tup.me.uk

London Ukeing

London

 

VENUE CHANGE - get in touch with the club please. Second  Monday of the Month, every month  Contact:  Tony  2 Tone - the SoTo Strummer 
sotostrummer@blueyonder.co.uk

Bar Kick Uke Jam

London

Luke Guilford  Various dates—see home page for listing

Ukulele Wednesdays 

Central London

Wednesday eve, The Royal George, Goslett Yard, off Charing Cross Rd. Please see site for second venue and details.

Balham Ukulele Society

Balham London

every 2 weeks  on Sundays see site for details. (some weeks are skipped—check with club)
www.myspace.com/balhamukulelesociety

PLUC

People of Lewisham’s Ukulele Collective

Lewisham

Every Tuesday please check link. We meet EVERY TUESDAY from 8pm to 10pm at The Lewis Club, Lewisham Hospital, Lewisham High Street, SE13 6LH. Ukers of all levels welcome.  Entry free. Come along and join the fun. New members always welcome.  PLUC pride ourselves on being an inclusive club. Visit the our website for more info
http://lewishamukulele.wordpress.com or contact
 webmaster.PLUC@gmail.com.

Tunbridge Wells Ukulele Night Thing

 

 

Tunbridge Wells

We meet once a fortnight on a Monday. Everybody's welcome, we've got songs to suit a good range of ukueability and if it all gets too much there's still singing to be done (you must be able to ignore all known time signatures and be well versed in messing up the chorus of 'Creep' by Radiohead before you are allowed to join in with this).
http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=104364067833 
Location: The High Brooms Tavern: 102, High Brooms Road, High Brooms Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, TN4 9BQ

The Ukulaviators

Orpington

The Ukulaviators Ukulele Club, The Rosecroft Social Club 269 The High St, St Mary’s Cray, Orpington, BR5 4AR. The club now runs every Monday 8-10pm (except bank holidays) with a small cover charge.

Steve tells us:  I also now run a “Start-Up” Session for novice & beginners on the last Thursday of each month between 8.30-10pm with a small cover charge at the same venue; The Rosecroft Social Club 269 The High St, St Mary’s Cray, Orpington, BR5 4AR.  I hold a small number of ukulele’s that can be used during these evening for a token donation to the charity I support “Nordoff Robbins”, the contact 07907 574306 www.bass-station.me.uk  for further information.

Darent Valley Youth Music Ukulele Orchestra

Eyneford

Meet every Thursday evening at 6pm in the Olive Seal Hall at the rear of St Martins Church, Eynsford. Membership is open to all aged 12-18 years old whether a beginner or an experienced player—see link for more details.

Bay City Ukers

 

Whitstable

We are The Bay City Ukers. We meet at the Golf Club, Collingwood Road, Whitstable,  Kent. Meetings are roughly once a month, evenings can vary due to some members working shifts. Web page is : www.baycityukers.blogspot.com   For details contact Gordon onzygite@gmail.com  or  Grace and David on hippolovesdavid@gmail.com

The InvictaᅠUkuleleᅠClub

 

Ashford, Kent

The Invicta Ukulele Club meet at The Queens Head, Ashford Road, Kingsnorth, Ashford, Kent at 19.30 until 22.00 on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month. We cater for all ages & skill levels but beginners are always especially welcome. We’ve a dedicated teaching staff on hand at every club night who will take you through the basics of playing the Uke up to public performing standards at one of the many events our band perform at.  Your singing and performing skills are also well catered for. We’ve members joining us from across Kent including Canterbury, Folkstone, Faversham, Maidstone & all the Medway towns who all come along & enjoy a night of fun & music whilst making new friends along the way. Wooden Uke & Banjo-Uke lovers who simply want to develop their skills in a warm friendly environment is what we are all about & where some of us talk about our instruments amongst like minded people as much as we play them. Join us & have some fun with some nice people. Visit us at www.invictaukuleleclub.co.uk for details.

Brockley Ukulele Group

Brockley, London

Every Sunday.  our Facebook page link to: https://www.facebook.com/brockleyukegroup   We're also on Twitter: @brockleyuke.

On the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8pm, Brockley Ukulele Group play a free Ukebox gig at the Amersham Arms (opposite New Cross station).  The audience is king at a Ukebox gig. BUG provide an ever-changing list of over 60 songs to choose from. You shout ‘em out, BUG plays ‘em! It’s as simple as that.

Uke@thebrook

Wallington

Every 3rd Tuesday at The Brook, Manor Road, Wallington SM6 0AD  7.30 - 10.00pm  All skill levels welcome at this friendly group, from absolute beginner to uke ninja - we bring a spare uke or two, but please let us know in advance if you need one, so we know how many to bring! Contact ukenight@gmail.com or call Jo on 07714028983
 

Ukulele Jam Croydon

Croydon

Meet twice monthly upstairs at the Green Dragon, Croydon High Street CR0 1NA. Normally first and third Sundays of the month, start about 7:30pm, but come and go as you want. An informal strum-along to tunes from our songbook. Contact Neil atwoodcock123@virginmedia.com. More info, session dates and link to our songbook at “the ukulele & Other Machines” website:   www.ukulele.magix.net/public

Porthcawl Ukulele Band

Porthcawl

Greenacres Motel, North Cornelly,  Porthcawl every Wednesday between 8 and 11 pm. Facebook “Porthcawl Ukulele Band”
 www.porthcawlukuleleband.com

UkeJam

 

Guildford

Ukejam Guildford is now at the Britannia pub, 2nd and last Sundays of the month.Www.Ukejam.co.uk  Facebook.com/Ukejam Contact Details:
Website - www.ukejam.co.uk 
Facebook - www.facebook.com/ukejam 
Twitter - Penny: @MissUkulady Adam: @skifflefella

Ukulele Nights

Penarth & Cardiff

Penrith Branch: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month

Cardiff branch: 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month.

Headcorn Ukulele Group

Headcorn, Kent

Headcorn Methodist Church Hall, 2nd Monday of each month, 7.45-9.45pm. All abilities welcomed from beginners to experienced players. We are a friendly group who enjoy being involved in local community events. Www.headcornukulelegroup.com
 

Marmite Ukulele Club

Detling and Sittingbourne, Kent.

Marmite Ukulele Club, Detling and Sittingbourne, Kent.   Detling Village Hall, Second Wednesday of the month.   Avenue Theatre, Sittingbourne, Fourth Wednesday of the month.

Please see http://www.myspace.com/marmiteukuleleclub

KUBAS (Kent Ukulele and Banjulele Appreciation Society)

Pembury, Kent

We are based in Pembury in Kent and meet twice a month on a Monday.   It is totally free. For more information, please visit www.kubas.co.uk

 

Hindhead Uke Group

 

Hindhead near Haslemere, Surrey

We are a newly formed group new meeting weekly on a Tuesday evenings at 6pm during term time, at the Hindhead Music Centre near Haslemere. It is run by a professional music teacher. There is a £3 charge per session. Individual lessons also available. For more information please ring 01428 604941 or visit our website for directions www.hindheadmusiccentre.co.uk   

Surrey Ukulele Banjo Society

Nutfield, Surrey

3rd Saturday of each month

Barnstaple Ukulele Strummers (BUG)

Barnstaple

BUGs - Barnstaple Ukulele on facebook Angie 07876028331 Meet every second Tuesday 7.30 - 9pm at The Corner House, Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 1SY. All welcome.

Bristol Ukulele Jam

 

 

Bristol

Bristol Ukulele Jam are a friendly and helpful bunch who enjoy playing the ukulele together.  And singing along too.  No pressure to perform, play and sing along if you want. It's up to you.  A great fun and social way to develop your ukulele playing.  All levels of skill and experience are welcome.  www.sites.google.com/site/bristolukulelejam

Bristol Ukulele Club

Bristol

Details here:  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bristol-Ukulele-Club 
Or please contact jocroco@hotmail.com 
The Colosseum pub, Redcliffe Hill, BS1 6SJ Bristol

Mid Somerset Ukulele Group

Wedmore

Meet 2nd Tuesday of the month at 8 o'clock.  The Sheppey Inn, Godney, Somerset. BA5 1RZ - near Wells, Glastonbury, Street, Wedmore.  All levels welcome.  contact Joy Buchanan 01934 712082         carpeuke@gmail.com

Hukuberry Jam

Horsham, W Sussex

Contact:  web@hukuberry.co.uk   Web: www.hukuberry.co.uk
Facebook:   Hukuberry Jam - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hukuberry-Jam/399219486786456     

Igloo Guitar and Ukulele Choir

Hayling Island

Monday nights, 8-9.30pm, Hayling Island Community Centre, Station Road, Hayling Island PO11 0HB. for details please contact  02392 006 507 info@igloomusic.co.ukwww.igloomusic.co.uk

Billiuke

Billingshurst, West Sussex

Website:  www.billiuke.com Meet: Second Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm in the Six Bells in the High Street, Billingshurst.  Players of all abilities welcome.  Spare ukes usually available.

Jenan Da

Lymington

Jenan Da group  runs a ukulele group in Lymington Hampshire: Our Lady of Mercy and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, High Street, Lymington. We meet Friday mornings at 10 - 12 noon. Please get folk to contact me if they are interested by email or phone 07766592425

Wukulele (Worthing Uke Jam)

Worthing

Usually last Sunday of the month (check our Facebook page for details). Venue: Upstairs at Worthing Rowing Club, Marine Parade, Worthing BN11 3PN. For more info emailwu@audiocraft.org.uk or visit our Facebook page 

Littlehampton Ukulele Jam

Littlehampton

meet every 2nd Sunday of the month from 12.30 – 2.30 in the upstairs function room at the Dolphin Public House, Littlehampton, West Sussex.  All ages and abilities welcome in our friendly group and the emphasis is always on fun!  Find us on our facebook page, Littlehampton Ukulele Jam.

Chidham Ukulele Workshop

Chidham, Chichester and nearby

contact: ukulelejunction@googlemail.com  
www.ukulelejunction.co.uk 
facebook: Richard Hales at Ukulele Junction; town, area: Chidham, Chichester and surrounding area. Meet: Third Wednesday of each month, Chidham Village Hall, Main Road, Chidham 7.00 to 8.00pm

Alresford Ukulele Jam

 

Arlesford

Every Tuesday at the Swan Hotel, West Street, New Alresford 8-10pm .  A small local ukulele group/jam who welcomes anyone to come along and listen, play, sing or all of the above. Contact - 01962 710385 
Email - alresfordukejam@outlook.com 
Facebook - www.facebook.com/AlresfordUkeJam 

Chichester Uke Club

Chichester

Info here:  www.chichesterukeclub.co.uk

Wadhurst Ukulele Group

Wadhurst, East Sussex

We meet at the Greyhound Inn every month. All abilities welcome.
Wadhurstukulelegroup on WordPress.com

Rye Ukulele Experiment

Rye, East Sussex

We are the Rye Ukulele Experiment based in Rye, East Sussex.   www.ryeukuleleexperiment.co.uk.  We meet every Tuesday evening at the Queens Head, The Landgate, Rye – at around 7pm, playing from 7.30pm till 9 or 9.30.  We welcome visitors and new members but we don’t teach, although we are always happy to pass on tips and help less experienced players.   We alternate our weeks between practicing for gigs and fun nights – see our website calendar for details.

Ilfracombe Ukulele Club

Ilfracombe

http://paulclews888.weebly.com/ilfracombe-ukulele-club.html

Taunton Ukulele Strummers Club

 

Taunton

Monday.  "We meet at the Constitutional Club, Bishops Hull, Taunton at 7:30 - 9:30 every Monday. All are welcome. You don't need to know how to play. Make yourself known to Nipper or the leader on the night and someone will point you in the right direction musically. All it requires is some practice and a willingness to play."

Portsmouth Ukulele Jam

 

Portsmouth

We meet every tuesday at The Kings Pub on Albert road in Portsmouth. Anyone is welcome to come along. Absolute beginners are welcomed with a beginners and ukulele session from 7:30 and then from 8:00 the main jam commences with lots of different songs from various genres. This is until closing time at 11. For more information check out our website and Facebook group.  www.portsmouthukulele.co.uk  
 www.facebook.com/groups/portsmouthukulelejam

Pompey Pluckers

Portsmouth

Pompey Pluckers is Portsmouth's Ukulele Group, encouraging absolute beginners and experienced ukulele players to meet up weekly, to jam, sing, learn, talk ukulele, and have fun in an informal atmosphere. A non-profit-making group, we share music skills, perform, and socialise - together, and with our local community. We have been meeting weekly for 2 years. More info on our website.  https://sites.google.com/site/pompeypluckersgroup/   email:ukesforpompey@yahoo.co.uk.

Waterside Ukulele Jam

Hythe, Southampton

We meet twice monthly (1st and 3rd Thursday of the month) at Hythe Youth Club! See website for
details: www.watersideukulelejam.co.uk  
Facebook:www.facebook.com/WatersideUkuleleJam 
Twitter: www.twitter.com/WUJam 
YouTube:www.youtube/user/TheWUJam

Southampton Ukulele Jam

 

Southampton

Established in 2008, SUJ meet every other Monday at Talking Heads in Portswood SO17 2TD. They also have a beginners and improvers group that meet in a variety of locations on the alternate Monday. See the website for more details - everyone is welcome to either group. SUJ are also (intermittently) on Twitter @sotonukejam

Pups

 

Poole, Dorset

Poole Ukulele Pluckers & Strummers (PUPS) meet at The Blue Boar, 29 Market Close, Poole, BH15 1NE every third Wednesday of the month from 7pm onwards.

Please see pooleukes.wix.com/pups and www.facebook.com/groups/pluckers

Bridport Ukulele Group

Bridport, Dorset

Bridport Ukulele Group meet FIRST Monday, 7-9pm, at The Bull Hotel in Bridport. All welcome, beginners to experts. Sessions are free, all you need is your own ukulele! - for full details and more information visit website www.bridportukulelegroup.org.uk

Blandford Ukulele Group (BUG)

 

Blandford, Dorset

runs fortnightly, 8-9:30pm at our house!  It's going to be a friendly group just for people new to the instrument; no prior musical experience is necessary. We aim to have a good time whilst learning some lovely songs! Backing track accompaniments will be available for rehearsal at home.  Bring your own uke or hire one for £1/week.  £4 per session. Bring your own drinks!
Email sam@musicalsam.com or phone 01258-489008 to book. Deer Park House, Whitecliff Mill Street, DT11 7BN.

Exeter Ukulele Club

 

Exeter

Exeter Ukulele club meets every Tuesday, 6.45 to 9pm, at Cafe 55 on Northernhay Street (off Queen Street, near the Thistle Rougemont hotel) in the centre of Exeter.
Our policy is inclusivity, open to beginners and improvers, and we aim to enjoy singing and playing while steadily building better technique.
Our new website is    www.exeterukuleleclub.com

email contact address is   denian38@btinternet.com

Newton Abbot Ukulele Club

Newton Abbot

Every Wednesday