Clubs and groups across Guildford, Woking and Surrey: wargaming clubs, board game groups, RPG societies and community spaces that welcome new players.
We list 31 clubs and groups across Guildford, Woking and Surrey, in 28 towns and neighbourhoods. Between them they run 47 regular sessions, most often on Mondays and Tuesdays. 15 of those are marked as beginner friendly. All of them have tables to play on site.
Founded in 1921, the club plays duplicate bridge on Tuesday and Friday evenings at the Fordbridge Centre in Ashford, with Thursday afternoons at Charlton Village Hall. 'No Fear' evenings on the first and third Wednesdays suit beginners and returners, with helpers on hand.
Duplicate bridge club running face to face pairs in Caterham and Godstone on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, plus a gentler Wednesday morning game at the White Hart Barn. Classes follow the EBU Bridge for All syllabus and a partner is always available.
An informal, friendly club meeting in a modern cricket pavilion with ample parking and space for 18 tables, playing on Monday evenings and Tuesday and Friday afternoons. The Tuesday Gentle Duplicate suits improving players, and visitors get a warm welcome.
Duplicate bridge three times a week at the Dianthus Building in Goldsworth Park, on Monday and Wednesday afternoons and Tuesday evenings. Competitive but friendly, with a host system so players without a partner can join in.
Long-running club playing duplicate bridge on Monday and Thursday afternoons at the Old Barn Hall in Bookham, with a spare partner usually available. Visitors are welcome.
A small, friendly club originally designed for novices, playing duplicate bridge on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons in the Buckland Reading Room near Betchworth. A host system means single players are found a partner on the day.
Thursday afternoon bridge at New Haw Community Centre and Friday morning play at The White Hart in Addlestone, plus classes for new players. A good choice for learners moving on to club play.
Large, friendly chess club meeting on Monday evenings at Epsom Christian Fellowship on West Hill, with a junior club on Thursday evenings. Players of every level are welcome, from relative beginners to Surrey League and 4NCL teams.
One of the strongest chess clubs in the UK, meeting on Monday evenings at the Guildford Institute from September to July, with an earlier junior club in term time. Players of every level are welcome, from beginners to titled players, with 15 teams across four leagues.
Face-to-face duplicate pairs at the Institute in Leatherhead on Monday and Friday evenings, close to the Swan Centre car park. Please book at least a day ahead so the right rooms can be arranged.
Long-established club based at the Woking Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Hook Heath, playing adult chess on most Thursday evenings with junior coaching on Monday evenings in term time. Experienced players, beginners and less experienced players are all welcome, with teams in the Surrey Border League.
A friendly club of about thirty members playing duplicate bridge every Wednesday evening at Banstead Community Centre. Visitors are welcome and the club can help find a partner.
Monday evening bridge at St Mary's Church Centre on Chart Lane in Reigate.
A friendly club with a range of abilities playing duplicate pairs every Wednesday evening at Bletchingley Village Hall. Visitors are welcome and the first session is free.
Face-to-face bridge on Thursday evenings in the hall of the Methodist Church in central Farnham, a light and airy venue with good disabled access close to the Sainsbury's car park. Register with the club in advance.
Duplicate bridge on Friday mornings at St Katherine's Church Hall in Merstham, with a steward system so you are always guaranteed a game. Visitors are welcome for up to three visits before joining.
EBU-affiliated duplicate pairs every Monday evening at the Claygate Centre for the Community, with a host at each session so you can turn up without a partner. Visitors are very welcome.
Tuesday evening bridge at the Cranleigh Village Sports and Social Club on Village Way.
Face-to-face duplicate bridge every Tuesday evening at the Thames Ditton Centre, opposite the library, with tea, coffee and biscuits included. The club can arrange a partner if you get in touch first.
A friendly club of nearly 100 members playing duplicate bridge on Monday evenings in the Pheasant Suite at The Drift Golf Club near East Horsley. Visitors are welcome, ideally booking via the website.
Monday morning bridge at Christ Church on Epsom Common, launched in October 2026, alongside beginner courses following the EBU Bridge for All programme. Welcoming to experienced players and complete beginners alike.
A small, friendly club playing duplicate bridge on Thursday mornings at Ellen's Green Memorial Hall, having moved there from the Glebe Centre in January 2026. All standards are welcome, but bring your own partner.
Established in 1937, the club plays pairs on Monday afternoons in the large, airy Milford Village Hall opposite Secretts Farm Shop, with plenty of parking and easy access from the A3.
Pairs bridge every Monday afternoon at Horley Baptist Church. Guests are always welcome at normal pairs events and can try the club up to four times a year before joining.
Tuesday evening bridge at the Holy Family Parish Hall in Addlestone, with a social refreshment break after four rounds.
Duplicate bridge every Wednesday evening at Oxshott Village Centre, with free tea and coffee and a host on most evenings. Visitors are welcome and a first-time guest plays for free.
A friendly club playing duplicate bridge on Tuesday afternoons at the Colman Redland Community Centre in Reigate, with a steward system for players without a partner. Visitors are welcome to try the club.
A friendly bridge club near Guildford celebrating its 50th anniversary year, playing duplicate pairs and teams every Tuesday evening at Shalford Village Hall. Visitors are very welcome after contacting the club first.
Meets every Thursday evening at 51 High Street, Egham, offering social and competitive chess with teams in the Thames Valley Chess League. Suitable for players of all levels, from beginners to experienced players.
A relaxed club founded in 1985 and based at the Hersham Centre since 1990, playing duplicate pairs every Wednesday evening with a host rota. Aimed at players who want a less stressful game.
A small, friendly club at Crossways Community Baptist Church in Dorking offering match play, internal competitions, fun events and casual games. New members of all abilities and ages are welcome.
The weekly line-up. Times and formats can change, so check with the venue before you travel.
Epsom Bridge Club, Epsom. Club bridge session
Woking Bridge Club, Woking. Duplicate pairs
Bookham Afternoon Bridge Club, Bookham. Duplicate pairs
Godalming Bridge Club, Milford. Duplicate pairs
Caterham Bridge Club, Caterham. Duplicate pairs at St Mary's
Guildford Chess Club, Guildford. Junior club, term time only
Epsom Chess Club, Epsom. Club night, rated tournaments and Surrey League matches
East Horsley Bridge Club, East Horsley. Duplicate pairs
Leatherhead Bridge Club, Leatherhead. Duplicate pairs
Allingham Bridge Club, Reigate. Club bridge session
Camberley Bridge Club, Camberley. Duplicate pairs
Claygate Bridge Club, Claygate. Duplicate pairs
Guildford Chess Club, Guildford. Club night, internal tournaments and league matches
Woking Chess Club, Woking. Junior coaching sessions, term time
Caterham Bridge Club, Caterham. Duplicate pairs at St Nicholas Youth Centre
Reigate Bridge Club, Reigate. Duplicate pairs, steward system
Camberley Bridge Club, Camberley. Gentle duplicate for players around NGS 9 or below, host aimed for
Buckland Bridge Club, Buckland. Duplicate pairs, host available
Cranleigh Bridge Club, Cranleigh. Club bridge session
Moreton Bridge Club, Addlestone. Club bridge session with refreshment break
Shalford Bridge Club, Shalford. Duplicate pairs and teams
Ashford and District Bridge Club, Ashford. Duplicate pairs
Ditton Bridge Club, Thames Ditton. Duplicate pairs
Woking Bridge Club, Woking. Duplicate pairs
Caterham Bridge Club, Caterham. Gentle duplicate pairs at the White Hart Barn, Godstone
Woking Bridge Club, Woking. Duplicate pairs
Acacia Bridge Club, Banstead. Duplicate pairs
Ashford and District Bridge Club, Ashford. Relaxed bridge for beginners and returners, helpers available
Bletchingley Bridge Club, Bletchingley. Duplicate pairs
Caterham Bridge Club, Caterham. Duplicate pairs at St Nicholas Youth Centre
Oxshott Bridge Club, Oxshott. Duplicate pairs
Wyvern Bridge Club, Hersham. Duplicate pairs, host available
Ewhurst Bridge Club, Ellen's Green. Duplicate pairs (bring a partner)
Ashford and District Bridge Club, Ashford. Duplicate pairs at Charlton Village Hall, 83 Hetherington Road, TW17 0SN
Bookham Afternoon Bridge Club, Bookham. Duplicate pairs
By the Wey Bridge Club, New Haw. Club bridge session
Buckland Bridge Club, Buckland. Duplicate pairs, host available
Epsom Chess Club, Epsom. Junior club, four separate sessions
Bourne Bridge Club Farnham, Farnham. Duplicate pairs
Staines Chess Club, Egham. Social chess and Thames Valley League matches
Woking Chess Club, Woking. Club night and Surrey Border League matches
Church Hill Bridge Club, Merstham. Duplicate pairs, steward system
By the Wey Bridge Club, New Haw. Club bridge session at The White Hart, New Haw Rd, KT15 2DS
Camberley Bridge Club, Camberley. Duplicate pairs
Leatherhead Bridge Club, Leatherhead. Duplicate pairs
Ashford and District Bridge Club, Ashford. Duplicate pairs (no host, book a partner in advance)
The venues with the most regular nights are Ashford and District Bridge Club in Ashford (4 nights), Caterham Bridge Club in Caterham (4 nights) and Camberley Bridge Club in Camberley (3 nights). We list 31 venues in all across Guildford, Woking and Surrey.
Mondays and Tuesdays have the most regular sessions. 46 sessions run every week. The Surrey calendar shows what's on from today.
Yes. 15 regular nights are marked as welcoming new players, including sessions at Ashford and District Bridge Club, Buckland Bridge Club and By the Wey Bridge Club. Staff at most venues are happy to teach, so mention it when you arrive.
One regular night is free to join. Where there's an entry fee it is usually between £3 and £5. Fees change, so check with the venue before you go.
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