Three Ways to Make New Friends in Wales

Wales is known for the friendliness of its communities. Wherever you go, there will always be someone giving you a cheerful greeting – even if you’re a stranger to them. This is one of the reasons why so many of us are pleased to call this country our home. But how do you go about it if you’re looking for something more than a hello and you want to boost your social life?

The best thing to do is increase your opportunities for meeting new people. By doing this, you’ll increase the chances of finding folk you click with. Whether you live in an urban or rural area these handy hints should give you some ideas about how to meet people.

Join clubs and social events

The first step is to connect with your local community. There will be events and meetings in your area that you may not even know about. Start by thinking about your interests and looking for anything that ties in with those. If you’re not particularly engaged in any interests at the moment, you may have had some hobbies in the past that you can reconnect with.

Scour local newspapers, noticeboards and social media to see what’s going on that is connected to activities you enjoy. For example, if you like reading you may find book groups at your local library. People who are into gardening may discover gardening clubs they can join. Local history societies and Welsh language classes are another option too.

Get into the global community

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There are a lot of misconceptions about making friends online. Yes, you do have to be wary, and scammers do exist. But if you keep a clear head it is easy to make friends with similar interests. If your pursuits are specific, such as crafting or collecting, then it opens you to a global pool of potential new friends.

Start by searching social media groups related to your interests. Once you get talking you can ask if anyone is in your local area, if physical meetings exist, or whether it’s possible to meet up via video calls. Even if meetings don’t exist yet, you could find people who want them.

Finally, some places offer hybrid experiences, providing both entertainment in physical establishments and online, such as local bingo halls. For example, Buzz Bingo has a great guide to bingo near me. Though physical establishments are not yet in Wales, their large selection of online casino and live games provide a unique way to interact with others. In their live casino games, you can talk with the dealers via a chat function and get to know others players. By taking advantage of their attractive bonus packages you don’t even need to spend much to play.

Get volunteering in Wales

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If you have time available, then volunteering is a great way to meet new people. As well as keeping you social, it will provide you with a sense of worth as you assist the communities in your area or further afield.

With so much beautiful countryside in Wales, schemes are always popping up to take care of it. Perhaps you could help somewhere like Snowdonia or take part in litter picks along the coast. If you like getting outdoors then you are likely to find something.

If you want to help people, look for foodbank and shelters. In most areas, there are people who might welcome your assistance. Some groups may not have the budget to advertise widely. Make sure you look for banners on community buildings and inspect the notices outside village halls.

As we have seen here, there are lots of ways to meet new people. Doing what interests you alongside other people is a sure-fire way to encounter like-minded individuals and potential new friends.