Is Accent a new club?

We have been in existence since about 1992 so we are well established in the area.

How much does it cost to join?

We have a membership fee which is currently £12 a year which goes towards the postage costs in sending out programmes etc

How do I know if it is what I am looking for?

You don't! So we would suggest that you come along to a drinks evening and perhaps a meal and meet us and then you can decide. You will be under no pressure to join - because we are a members group we are not seeking to make a profit or run a business. We just need to cover our costs.

Will I find a partner?

You could - but that is not why we exist. Some of our members have found a partner through the group but most have not. We enjoy being able to go out as friends to different restaurants and being able to relax.

If I find a partner will I have to leave the group?

Not at all - in fact some members meet someone and leave the group for a while to concentrate on their new social life. But if things don't work out (as sometimes happens) then they come back and go out with us again.

I am already a member of another group can I still join?

Of course. Many of our members are members of other groups and even bring along new members they have met there.

What age ranges will I find in the club?

We are predominantly in our 50's. You aren't excluded if you are younger or older but as a guide you won't find as many members in your age range if you are either younger or older.

I am nervous about joining a new group. How can you help?

Firstly you need to remember that we have all been there!! It can be very daunting we know to come along to find new friends. Contact us via the email and give us a contact number then we can call first for a chat and we can talk about how you can come along and be made welcome. We want to help.

Do you have even numbers of men and women at your events?

As we said earlier we are not a dating agency so we don't worry about even numbers. We are friends who meet up for a meal so sometimes the balance may not be equal - in fact it rarely is - but for most of us that just isn't a problem.