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Dad groups and meetups across London. Because sometimes you need to talk to another adult who also hasn't slept.

Andy's Man Club Barnet

Barnet, North LondonWeeklyAll ages

Free Monday evening men's group where you can talk about anything that's on your mind — fatherhood, work, relationships, mental health. No agenda, no pressure. Just blokes talking. Meets every Monday at 7pm except bank holidays.

Andy's Man Club Barnet

Barnet, North LondonWeeklyAll ages

Free Monday evening men's group where you can talk about anything that's on your mind — fatherhood, work, relationships, mental health. No agenda, no pressure. Just blokes talking. Meets every Monday at 7pm except bank holidays.

Andy's Man Club Euston

Euston, Central LondonWeeklyAll ages

Andy's Man Club in Central London — a free, open and non-judgemental space for men to talk every Monday evening. You don't need to be struggling to attend; many men come simply to connect and be heard. Fatherhood, work, life — everything welcome.

Andy's Man Club Euston

Euston, Central LondonWeeklyAll ages

Andy's Man Club in Central London — a free, open and non-judgemental space for men to talk every Monday evening. You don't need to be struggling to attend; many men come simply to connect and be heard. Fatherhood, work, life — everything welcome.

Andy's Man Club Ponder's End

Ponder's End, EnfieldWeeklyAll ages

Andy's Man Club comes to Enfield — free men's talk groups meeting every Monday at 7pm. Perfect for new dads in North East London who want to talk about fatherhood, stress or anything else in a supportive and completely pressure-free environment.

Andy's Man Club Ponder's End

Ponder's End, EnfieldWeeklyAll ages

Andy's Man Club comes to Enfield — free men's talk groups meeting every Monday at 7pm. Perfect for new dads in North East London who want to talk about fatherhood, stress or anything else in a supportive and completely pressure-free environment.

Battersea Park Dads

Battersea & WandsworthWeekly0-3 years

Informal morning stroll and coffee meetup for dads with buggies in Battersea Park. A self-organised group of South West London dads — meet by the children's zoo, walk the park, grab coffee at the pavilion. A brilliant way to spend a paternity leave morning.

Battersea Park Dads

Battersea & WandsworthWeekly0-3 years

Informal morning stroll and coffee meetup for dads with buggies in Battersea Park. A self-organised group of South West London dads — meet by the children's zoo, walk the park, grab coffee at the pavilion. A brilliant way to spend a paternity leave morning.

Being Dad — SE London Mind

South East London (online + in-person)Fortnightly0-2 years

Free support groups for expectant dads and new dads with a baby under two, run by South East London Mind. Combines peer support with proven techniques for managing the stress, tiredness and worry that comes with early fatherhood. Both Zoom and in-person options available.

Being Dad — SE London Mind

South East London (online + in-person)Fortnightly0-2 years

Free support groups for expectant dads and new dads with a baby under two, run by South East London Mind. Combines peer support with proven techniques for managing the stress, tiredness and worry that comes with early fatherhood. Both Zoom and in-person options available.

Bellingham Dads

Catford, LewishamWeekly0-5 years

Saturday morning session at Bellingham Leisure Centre for dads and their under-5s — soft play, toys, and good company. A welcoming local group with a loyal following of South East London dads who value time out with their kids.

Bellingham Dads

Catford, LewishamWeekly0-5 years

Saturday morning session at Bellingham Leisure Centre for dads and their under-5s — soft play, toys, and good company. A welcoming local group with a loyal following of South East London dads who value time out with their kids.

Brockwell Park Dads

Brixton & Streatham, South LondonFortnightly0-8 years

Dad and child meetup in Brockwell Park, running from the main playground to the lido café. A vibrant, diverse and brilliantly welcoming group for SW2, SW16 and SE24 dads — one of the most active informal dad communities in South London.

Brockwell Park Dads

Brixton & Streatham, South LondonFortnightly0-8 years

Dad and child meetup in Brockwell Park, running from the main playground to the lido café. A vibrant, diverse and brilliantly welcoming group for SW2, SW16 and SE24 dads — one of the most active informal dad communities in South London.

Bromley Dads Group

Bromley, South East LondonFortnightly0-8 years

Dad and child meetup in Norman Park, Bromley — running alongside the athletics track and through to the playground. A friendly and well-run suburban group for BR1, BR2 and BR3 dads, with a post-walk coffee tradition at the on-site café.

Bromley Dads Group

Bromley, South East LondonFortnightly0-8 years

Dad and child meetup in Norman Park, Bromley — running alongside the athletics track and through to the playground. A friendly and well-run suburban group for BR1, BR2 and BR3 dads, with a post-walk coffee tradition at the on-site café.

Canary Wharf Dads

Canary Wharf & Isle of DogsWeekly0-4 years

Lunchtime and weekend dad meetup in Jubilee Park, Canary Wharf — popular with dads working flexibly in the Wharf and those on paternity leave in the E14 area. Friendly, sociable and well-organised with a rotating programme of park meetups and local café sessions.

Canary Wharf Dads

Canary Wharf & Isle of DogsWeekly0-4 years

Lunchtime and weekend dad meetup in Jubilee Park, Canary Wharf — popular with dads working flexibly in the Wharf and those on paternity leave in the E14 area. Friendly, sociable and well-organised with a rotating programme of park meetups and local café sessions.

City Dads Group

City of LondonWeekly0-2 years

Lunchtime meetups for dads on paternity leave or flexible working in the City and Canary Wharf.

City Dads Group

City of LondonWeekly0-2 years

Lunchtime meetups for dads on paternity leave or flexible working in the City and Canary Wharf.

City Dads Group

City of LondonWeekly0-2 years

Lunchtime meetups for dads on paternity leave or flexible working in the City and Canary Wharf.

Coram Dads Camden

Camden, North LondonWeekly0-7 years

Informal dad and toddler meetup in the heart of Camden, held in and around the iconic Coram's Fields. A lovely patch of green space exclusively for children and their adult companions — a natural gathering place for Camden dads with young children.

Coram Dads Camden

Camden, North LondonWeekly0-7 years

Informal dad and toddler meetup in the heart of Camden, held in and around the iconic Coram's Fields. A lovely patch of green space exclusively for children and their adult companions — a natural gathering place for Camden dads with young children.

Croydon Dads Group

Croydon, South LondonFortnightly0-8 years

Croydon dad group meeting in Lloyd Park near Shirley — a green and friendly park with a good playground and café nearby. An informal and welcoming group for CR0, CR7 and CR8 dads looking to connect with other local fathers.

Croydon Dads Group

Croydon, South LondonFortnightly0-8 years

Croydon dad group meeting in Lloyd Park near Shirley — a green and friendly park with a good playground and café nearby. An informal and welcoming group for CR0, CR7 and CR8 dads looking to connect with other local fathers.

DadPad Hackney

Hackney, East LondonWeekly0-3 years

Friendly Saturday morning meetup for dads with babies and toddlers. Coffee, toys and actual adult conversation.

DadPad Hackney

DadPad Hackney

Hackney, East LondonWeekly0-3 years

Friendly Saturday morning meetup for dads with babies and toddlers. Coffee, toys and actual adult conversation.

DadPad Hackney

Hackney, East LondonWeekly0-3 years

Friendly Saturday morning meetup for dads with babies and toddlers. Coffee, toys and actual adult conversation.

Dads Matter West London

West London (Hammersmith & Ealing)Weekly0-12 years

A structured solution-focused parenting group for fathers and stepfathers in West London, run by West London Action for Children. Covers practical parenting skills, emotional support and confidence — ideal for dads navigating tricky moments in the early years.

Dads Matter West London

West London (Hammersmith & Ealing)Weekly0-12 years

A structured solution-focused parenting group for fathers and stepfathers in West London, run by West London Action for Children. Covers practical parenting skills, emotional support and confidence — ideal for dads navigating tricky moments in the early years.

Dads Play Hounslow

Hounslow, West LondonWeekly0-3 years

Drop-in play group for male carers with babies and toddlers in Hounslow. Fun, relaxed sessions with age-appropriate toys and a warm welcome — a good starting point for dads new to the area or on paternity leave.

Dads Play Hounslow

Hounslow, West LondonWeekly0-3 years

Drop-in play group for male carers with babies and toddlers in Hounslow. Fun, relaxed sessions with age-appropriate toys and a warm welcome — a good starting point for dads new to the area or on paternity leave.

Dadsnet UK Online Community

London-wide (online)WeeklyAll ages

The UK's largest online dad community — active forums, local meetup finder, parenting advice and a genuinely supportive space for dads at every stage. Dadsnet also runs local events across London and is a great first stop for dads feeling isolated or looking for their tribe.

Dadsnet UK Online Community

London-wide (online)WeeklyAll ages

The UK's largest online dad community — active forums, local meetup finder, parenting advice and a genuinely supportive space for dads at every stage. Dadsnet also runs local events across London and is a great first stop for dads feeling isolated or looking for their tribe.

Dadvengers North London

Arnos Grove, North LondonWeekly0-10 years

Free Saturday morning dad and child meetups run by Dadvengers — starting at the Arnos Arms before heading to the local park and playground. No booking required, totally relaxed, and genuinely brilliant for dads who want company on the weekend.

Dadvengers North London

Arnos Grove, North LondonWeekly0-10 years

Free Saturday morning dad and child meetups run by Dadvengers — starting at the Arnos Arms before heading to the local park and playground. No booking required, totally relaxed, and genuinely brilliant for dads who want company on the weekend.

Ealing Dads Group

Ealing, West LondonWeekly0-5 years

Dad and toddler meetup in Walpole Park, Ealing — a well-maintained park with a good playground and café, and an easy walk from Ealing Broadway station. A welcoming and growing group for W5 and W7 dads.

Ealing Dads Group

Ealing, West LondonWeekly0-5 years

Dad and toddler meetup in Walpole Park, Ealing — a well-maintained park with a good playground and café, and an easy walk from Ealing Broadway station. A welcoming and growing group for W5 and W7 dads.

East London Dads Victoria Park

Tower Hamlets, East LondonWeekly0-8 years

Regular park meetup for East London dads in and around Victoria Park — coffee from the pavilion café, a walk around the park, and time for the kids to burn off energy. A well-run and well-attended community group for E1, E2, E3 dads.

East London Dads Victoria Park

Tower Hamlets, East LondonWeekly0-8 years

Regular park meetup for East London dads in and around Victoria Park — coffee from the pavilion café, a walk around the park, and time for the kids to burn off energy. A well-run and well-attended community group for E1, E2, E3 dads.

Enfield Dads Walk

Enfield, North LondonFortnightly0-8 years

Weekend walk and meet for dads in Trent Park — a huge, beautiful park in Enfield that's perfect for little ones. The group meets at the main car park and walks to the playground and café. Open to all dads in EN1, EN2 and EN4.

Enfield Dads Walk

Enfield, North LondonFortnightly0-8 years

Weekend walk and meet for dads in Trent Park — a huge, beautiful park in Enfield that's perfect for little ones. The group meets at the main car park and walks to the playground and café. Open to all dads in EN1, EN2 and EN4.

Fulham Dads Group

Fulham & Putney, South West LondonWeekly0-4 years

A friendly Saturday dad and baby group in Hurlingham Park on the Fulham/Putney border — rotating between the park and local cafés depending on weather. Well-attended by SW6 and SW15 dads, particularly those on shared parental leave.

Fulham Dads Group

Fulham & Putney, South West LondonWeekly0-4 years

A friendly Saturday dad and baby group in Hurlingham Park on the Fulham/Putney border — rotating between the park and local cafés depending on weather. Well-attended by SW6 and SW15 dads, particularly those on shared parental leave.

Greenwich Park Dads

Greenwich, South East LondonWeekly0-6 years

Sunday morning meetup for dads with young children in Greenwich Park — a relaxed and friendly group that meets near the playground before heading to the café. A lovely community of South East London dads, increasingly popular since it started.

Greenwich Park Dads

Greenwich, South East LondonWeekly0-6 years

Sunday morning meetup for dads with young children in Greenwich Park — a relaxed and friendly group that meets near the playground before heading to the café. A lovely community of South East London dads, increasingly popular since it started.

Hampstead Heath Dad Walk

Hampstead, North West LondonWeekly0-6 years

Hampstead Heath dad walk — starting from the Parliament Hill entrance, heading to the playground, then to the café. A weekly walk for NW3 and NW5 dads with babies and toddlers, with stunning views and good company.

Hampstead Heath Dad Walk

Hampstead, North West LondonWeekly0-6 years

Hampstead Heath dad walk — starting from the Parliament Hill entrance, heading to the playground, then to the café. A weekly walk for NW3 and NW5 dads with babies and toddlers, with stunning views and good company.

Holland Park Dads

Notting Hill & Ladbroke Grove, West LondonWeekly0-8 years

Weekend dad and child meetup in Holland Park — a beautiful setting for a morning stroll, with the Japanese Garden, the playground and the café all within easy reach. A smart and sociable West London group with a mixed and friendly crowd.

Holland Park Dads

Notting Hill & Ladbroke Grove, West LondonWeekly0-8 years

Weekend dad and child meetup in Holland Park — a beautiful setting for a morning stroll, with the Japanese Garden, the playground and the café all within easy reach. A smart and sociable West London group with a mixed and friendly crowd.

Muswell Hill Dads

Muswell Hill & Crouch End, North LondonWeekly0-6 years

Informal dad-and-child walkabout group in and around Alexandra Park in Muswell Hill. Meeting near the café, this weekly group has become a popular fixture for N10 and N8 dads on weekends and paternity leave days.

Muswell Hill Dads

Muswell Hill & Crouch End, North LondonWeekly0-6 years

Informal dad-and-child walkabout group in and around Alexandra Park in Muswell Hill. Meeting near the café, this weekly group has become a popular fixture for N10 and N8 dads on weekends and paternity leave days.

NCT Dads' Evenings London

London-wideMonthly0-2 years

NCT runs dad-specific evenings and mixed new parent groups across London boroughs — a brilliant way to meet other parents in your area going through the same stage. Many branches run events on evenings and weekends specifically with working dads in mind.

NCT Dads' Evenings London

London-wideMonthly0-2 years

NCT runs dad-specific evenings and mixed new parent groups across London boroughs — a brilliant way to meet other parents in your area going through the same stage. Many branches run events on evenings and weekends specifically with working dads in mind.

New Dad Social Islington

Islington, North LondonWeekly0-2 years

Casual dad and baby meetup in Islington — rotating between local cafés and the Angel and Highbury areas. Laid-back, sociable and well-attended by dads on paternity leave and those working flexibly in North London.

New Dad Social Islington

Islington, North LondonWeekly0-2 years

Casual dad and baby meetup in Islington — rotating between local cafés and the Angel and Highbury areas. Laid-back, sociable and well-attended by dads on paternity leave and those working flexibly in North London.

Richmond Park Dads Walk

Richmond & TwickenhamWeekly0-10 years

Richmond Park dad meetup for dads with babies, toddlers and young children. Starting from Pembroke Lodge, this weekly walk through one of London's most beautiful parks is as good for dads as it is for the kids.

Richmond Park Dads Walk

Richmond & TwickenhamWeekly0-10 years

Richmond Park dad meetup for dads with babies, toddlers and young children. Starting from Pembroke Lodge, this weekly walk through one of London's most beautiful parks is as good for dads as it is for the kids.

South London Dads

Clapham & BrixtonFortnightlyAll ages

Active community of dads across South London. Regular park meetups, pub nights, and family days out.

South London Dads

Clapham & BrixtonFortnightlyAll ages

Active community of dads across South London. Regular park meetups, pub nights, and family days out.

South London Dads

Clapham & BrixtonFortnightlyAll ages

Active community of dads across South London. Regular park meetups, pub nights, and family days out.

Southwark Dads Group

Southwark, South East LondonFortnightly0-5 years

Friendly drop-in group for dads with babies and toddlers meeting at Southwark Park. Run by local dads for local dads — no bookings, no fees, just coffee and conversation in one of South London's best-kept green spaces.

Southwark Dads Group

Southwark, South East LondonFortnightly0-5 years

Friendly drop-in group for dads with babies and toddlers meeting at Southwark Park. Run by local dads for local dads — no bookings, no fees, just coffee and conversation in one of South London's best-kept green spaces.

Tuesdads Lewisham

Lewisham (Catford)Monthly0-5 years

Monthly social session for dads and their little ones at the Limelight Family Learning Centre, Catford. A relaxed and welcoming group where dads can catch up, share experiences and enjoy time with their children in a supported environment.

Tuesdads Lewisham

Lewisham (Catford)Monthly0-5 years

Monthly social session for dads and their little ones at the Limelight Family Learning Centre, Catford. A relaxed and welcoming group where dads can catch up, share experiences and enjoy time with their children in a supported environment.

Walthamstow Dads

Walthamstow & Waltham Forest, East LondonFortnightly0-6 years

Growing dad group in Lloyd Park, Walthamstow — a lovely green space with a café, community garden and playground. Meeting fortnightly on Sundays for a walk, coffee and conversation. Particularly popular with E17 dads who took SPL or are working flexibly.

Walthamstow Dads

Walthamstow & Waltham Forest, East LondonFortnightly0-6 years

Growing dad group in Lloyd Park, Walthamstow — a lovely green space with a café, community garden and playground. Meeting fortnightly on Sundays for a walk, coffee and conversation. Particularly popular with E17 dads who took SPL or are working flexibly.

Weekend Dads' Group Catford

Catford, LewishamWeekly0-5 years

Outdoor Saturday dad group meeting at the playing fields on Abbotshall Road in Catford. Children under 5 welcome — fresh air, space to run, and good conversation with other local dads.

Weekend Dads' Group Catford

Catford, LewishamWeekly0-5 years

Outdoor Saturday dad group meeting at the playing fields on Abbotshall Road in Catford. Children under 5 welcome — fresh air, space to run, and good conversation with other local dads.

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