I find it hard to go out places of interest or hols alone?
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Definitely try the volunteering idea- it could be theraputic for you and you might help people! Try www.do-it.org.uk, it has a host of different volunteer agencies in all areas of the UK..I think there's one that takes dogs into care homes etc- maybe that might be a good start?
Also, google single holidays- there are LOADS now because so many people are more confident about travelling alone.. Some will be silly 18-30's type holidays but lots are for people who are just happy to travel alone.
If you're actually looking for companionship, join the national trust and get involved with 'working holidays' or something.
Alternatively, if you have the money, why not try a couple of weeks volunteering abroad? Again, just google. there are SO many options (in fact, think do-it have a link!)
OR how about cookery breaks or something? If they're held in UK or in France etc, you might be able to take your dog as well- if you don't ask, you don't know!!
Whatever you fancy, GOOGLE! There will always be links for groups/ meetings/ events.. Just search on things you have been vaguely interested in- even if it was onceupon a time!
Good luck, I really hope you find something that interests you.x
I know it used to be frowned upon as being 'sad', but try an advert in the local paper or friends reunited dating site and say you are looking for companionship only.
You might find a jewel out there who's in the same situation as you.
Good luck whatever you decide.
I know how you feel. Try these:-
Join a cinema club or theatre club.
Ask the local vicar or doctor whether they know someone in the same position. If you are over 50, join the local Age Concern Group.
Become a volunteer;you could meet someone in the process of helping others.
I hope that one of these will help.
Good luck
Go to the like of a bingo hall, I know you dont like bingo, but people gather there, and you are more likely to meet people there than sitting at home with your dog.
Ask about ballroom dancing classes.
Investigate rambling groups, I know you dont like walking, but there again you MEET people
Join a photography class,Painting class, pottery class, you might even enjoy it. Join a local jazz group, I know of a woman who met a man in similar circumstances, and they "clicked"
Most of this information is available at your local library.
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