Sports groups in North Yorkshire

Below you'll find every sports group we know of in North Yorkshire, as well as people looking to join one.

All listings in North Yorkshire

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North York Moors and Coast Walking Group (Whitby)

Walking

A friendly walking group based in Whitby that arranges walks of 4 to 14 miles across the North York Moors and Coast. It is for people who want to join local walks in that area.

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York Ladies Rugby Rufc - Development team (York)

Rugby

This York women’s rugby team meets on Wednesdays at 6:45pm at York Sports Club on Shipton Road. It says players of all abilities are welcome, including those new to rugby or returning to the sport. The group describes itself as friendly and local.

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York RUFC women’s rugby team (York)

Rugby

York RUFC’s women’s rugby team trains and plays matches in York, bringing together women who want to share in the sport. It welcomes players of all levels, from experienced rugby players to beginners. The group focuses on training, games and team spirit.

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Yorkshire Walkers (Meet-Up) Group (York)

Walking

This York-based walking group arranges a range of guided walks across Yorkshire, including the National Parks, the Wolds, the Howardian Hills, the East Coast and areas around Harrogate, Leeds and York. It offers weekday half-day walks of up to six miles, evening walks in lighter months, and weekend routes that are usually 7 to 10 miles, sometimes longer. The group is for adults who are reasonably fit and able to keep a steady pace, and dogs are not allowed.

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York Non-Competitive Women/NBP Football Club (York)

Football

This York women’s football club offers recreational games with a focus on fun rather than results. It aims to bring women together to play, make connections and build confidence in a welcoming setting. The group says it is about community, friendship and feeling included.

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Ryedale Dads Kickabout (Helmsley)

Football

Ryedale Dads Kickabout is a weekly football session for fathers in the Ryedale area, held in and around Helmsley. The group plays relaxed 5-a-side to 7-a-side matches with an emphasis on enjoyment and getting active rather than serious competition. It is open to dads of any fitness level or football experience, and some members go to a local pub afterwards to socialise.

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York - Thursday Night Football (York)

Football

This football group meets at York Sport Village every Thursday evening from 8pm to 10pm for a friendly game. It is open to all ages and abilities, from regular players to anyone who just wants a kickabout. Participation costs £4 each time, and the first session is free.

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Heavy Legs (York): Running and climbing for heavy music fans (York)

Running

This York group brings together people who enjoy heavy music and want to take part in activities such as running and climbing. It holds regular 5k runs around the city at an easy conversational pace, with no one left behind, and also arranges bouldering sessions at Red Goat in York. Both new and experienced runners or climbers are welcome.

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Pride and Pace LGBTQ+ Running Group (Leyburn)

Running

Pride and Pace is an LGBTQ+ running group hoping to get started at Richmond Park in Leyburn. It is planned to meet every Sunday at 10am, with coffee and a chat afterwards. The group aims to be friendly and inclusive, offering 5K to 10K routes and welcoming people of all fitness levels, from walking to sprinting.

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Harrogate Group (Harrogate)

Walking

This Ramblers group organises regular walks in and around Harrogate and further afield, helping local people discover new places on foot. It offers a friendly welcome from experienced walk leaders and other walkers, with an emphasis on enjoying the outdoors safely and in good company. No cost is mentioned.

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Richmond Group (Leyburn)

Walking

This walking group is based in Richmond, West London, and is part of the Surrey Area. It organises a varied programme of walks on weekends and during the week, with routes between 4 and 12 miles and levels ranging from easy to strenuous. Walks are arranged around public transport, using local parks, open spaces and stretches of the Thames Path.

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Northallerton Group (Northallerton)

Walking

Northallerton Ramblers is a walking group that meets on Thursdays and offers two or three walks each week. The walks vary in length, with a shorter route of about 6 miles and longer ones of roughly 9 to 10 miles, sometimes up to 12 miles, taking in places such as the Dales, moors and coast. It welcomes walkers of all abilities, and guest walkers can join a walk before deciding whether to become members. Walks must be booked in advance and are usually limited to 20 people.

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York Group (York)

Walking

The York Ramblers group organises a varied programme of walks throughout the year, led by experienced members. Based in York, it offers walking in the surrounding countryside, including the Howardian Hills, North York Moors, Wolds, Flamborough Head, and parts of the Yorkshire Dales. The listing does not give any cost or say which ages or abilities are catered for.

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Scarborough & District Group (Scarborough)

Walking

This Scarborough and District walking group organises regular walks in the local area and further afield, helping people discover new places safely and in good company. It offers a friendly welcome from experienced walk leaders and other walkers. The group is part of the Ramblers network and is based in Scarborough.

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Dunnington Squash Club (York)

Squash

Dunnington Squash Club is a squash club in York. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Kirkbymoorside Squash Club (York)

Squash

Kirkbymoorside Squash Club is a squash club in York. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Leyburn Community Leisure Club (Leyburn)

Squash

Leyburn Community Leisure Club is a squash club in Leyburn. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Harlow Hill Squash & Sports Club (Harrogate)

Squash

Harlow Hill Squash & Sports Club is a squash club in Harrogate. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Bedale Squash & Racketball Club (Bedale)

Squash

Bedale Squash & Racketball Club is a squash club in Bedale. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.

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Boroughbridge Junior Football Club (York)

Football

Boroughbridge Junior Football Club is a football team in York. Get in touch to find out about sessions, membership and how to join in - new players are usually very welcome.