Friday, 17 October

BYOB - Bring Your Own Book Reading Group (October 2025)

In this club, there are no assigned books and no pressure to finish a novel each month. Read whatever and how much you want. Enjoy!

By Reading/Writing South West

Date and time

Location

Portishead Library

24 Harbour Road Bristol BS20 7AL United Kingdom

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour

BYOB - Bring Your Own Book Reading Group

Location: Portishead Library

Come join us at Portishead Library for our BYOB - Bring Your Own Book Reading Group! Bring along your favorite book and share your thoughts with fellow book lovers. Whether you're into fiction, non-fiction, mystery, or romance, everyone is welcome. Let's dive into the world of literature together. See you there!

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to read a specific book to attend?

No, there’s no assigned reading. Just bring along a book you’ve enjoyed or are currently reading, and share your thoughts with the group.

What types of books are discussed?

All genres and types of books are welcome! Whether you’re reading fiction, non-fiction, poetry, graphic novels, or anything else, we’d love to hear about it.

Do I have to speak, or can I just listen?

You’re welcome to participate as much or as little as you like. If you’d rather just listen to the discussion, that’s absolutely fine.

Do I need to register in advance?

It’s helpful if you let us know you’re coming, but you’re welcome to drop in on the day.

How long do the meetings last?

Meetings typically last about an hour to an hour and a half, depending on the size of the group and the discussion.

What if I don’t have a book to bring?

No problem! You can still come along and join the conversation, get recommendations, and enjoy the company of fellow readers.

Organised by

Reading/Writing South West

Welcome to the Portishead Writers' and Readers' Group! We are a vibrant and friendly group for those who love stories – whether writing them or reading them.

Our events include:

Portishead Writers' Group: A monthly gathering of writers to share their work, gain feedback, and explore the craft of writing in a supportive environment.
Bring Your Own Book Reading Group: A relaxed space where readers can share what they’ve been enjoying, discover new reads, and chat about books with like-minded people.
Other tings from time to time - keep an eye out!

All are welcome to join either group, whether you’re a writer, a reader, or both! Our events are designed to connect, inspire, and celebrate the love of words in all forms.

Join us at the Portishead Library and become part of our thriving literary community. We look forward to meeting you!

FreeOct 17 · 10:30 GMT+1