Where to meet singles
Not every first meeting starts online. These are real places and groups where people get talking.
Cannon Hill parkrun
The free 5km in Cannon Hill Park starts at 9am every Saturday, and walkers are welcome. It is run by volunteers, and there is a regular coffee afterwards at The Garden Tea Rooms.
Source: parkrun: Cannon Hill parkrun, checked 8 November 2026
Volunteer on the canals
The Canal & River Trust relies on volunteers to look after Birmingham's canals, and has a volunteering page for the city. Working outdoors with a group is an easy way to meet people.
Source: Canal & River Trust: Birmingham city centre, checked 8 November 2026
A short course at MAC
MAC in Cannon Hill Park runs adult short courses in ceramics, painting, creative writing, jewellery, textiles, music and dance. A weekly class means seeing the same faces and having something to talk about.
Source: MAC Birmingham: Explore our subjects, checked 8 November 2026
Walk with the Ramblers
The City of Birmingham Ramblers group has a regular walking programme and runs weekend walking breaks, which it calls a great way to walk and socialise.
Source: Ramblers: City of Birmingham group, what we do, checked 8 November 2026