The Book Club - Bournemouth
📚 Find Your Book-Loving Tribe in Bournemouth
At Chapter 25, we believe that books bring people together. Our monthly Bournemouth meet-ups aren’t just about great reads – they’re about laughter, genuine connection, and making new friends who love books just as much as you do.
Whether you’re new to Bournemouth, looking to expand your social circle, or simply want to carve out some dedicated "me-time," you’ll find a warm, judgement-free community waiting to welcome you with open arms.
Meet-Up Details: 📅 Day: Second Wednesday of the month ⏰ Time: 7:30pm – 9:30pm 📍 Venue: Circo Lounge
👋🏻 Walking Through the Door: What to Expect
We know that walking into a new group can feel a little daunting, but we’ve got you. Every Chapter 25 meet-up is led by a friendly local host whose main job is to make sure you feel welcome.
Once you have signed up, you will be given access to our Bournemouth WhatsApp group, where your host will keep you updated on any last-minute changes to arrangements.
When you arrive, just look out for the group of book lovers! Your host will be keeping an eye out for fresh faces, ready to greet you, introduce you to the group, and help you settle right in. You’re in safe hands! If the group is not immediately obvious, just ask one of the venue’s staff members, and they will direct you to the right area.
📚 More Than a Book Club – A Place to Belong.
Location & Getting Here
Address: Circo Lounge, 66 Poole Rd, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9DZ (located on the main Westbourne high street).
Parking: The closest parking is Landseer Road car park.
Public Transport: Buses stop just outside the venue.
Accessibility
Venue Accessibility: The venue has step-free access, and is all on one level with accessible toilets.
Please Note: Venues occasionally move bookings to upstairs or alternative rooms at short notice due to internal scheduling. To ensure you have the most accurate, up-to-the-minute information regarding room placement or specific sensory adjustments for the meet-up, we highly recommend contacting Circo Lounge directly on 01202 540823 before travelling.
Membership Perks
💬 Local Chat: Access to our private Bournemouth WhatsApp group to swap recommendations and stay connected between meet-ups.
🎟️ The Bonus Chapter: Free entry to our national online events, including The Big Bookish Quiz, author Q&As, genre-specific book clubs, craft nights, and cook-a-longs.
🎧 Libro.fm: Free credits when you sign up with our link, and access to millions of audiobooks so you can discover your next favourite listen.
🎁 Fun Extras: Monthly giveaways, newsletters, regular lifestyle blogs, and exclusive bookish discounts.
Important Info
Read Your Way: Whether you prefer print, Kindle, or audiobooks, Chapter 25 is completely flexible – read in whatever format suits your lifestyle best.
Please Note: Your Meet-up & More (or Annual Meet & More) membership does not include a physical copy of the monthly book. You’ll need to source your own in your preferred format.
Monthly Subscription: Pay monthly, cancel anytime after your first 3 months.
Annual Subscription: If you cancel your annual membership partway through an annual subscription, no refund will be given.
