What is GoSocial?
GoSocial could be described as a social community, real life social network or social club. It's a way of getting out, meeting new people, making new friends and just generally having a good time.
How does it work?
We and our member host a wide range of events and activities, (usually about 40-50 per month), to which all members are invited. Members may also host their own events for things they are interested in.
How much does it cost?
It's free to join
If you attend your first event within a month of joining, we'll give you a months trial of full membership for free
After this, full membership is £20 per year.
We also offer an extended trial at £5 per month.
Why should I join?
There are so many reasons:
* Finding yourself stuck indoors and nowhere to go?
* All your friends moved on, loved up or have families now?
* Just want to meet new people?
* Don't want to socialise with the people you work with?
* Want to expand your social circle?
* Fancy trying new things, but no-one you know does them?
What have you got to lose? There are no upfront charges, if you don't like it, don't pay!
Why was GoSocial set up?
GoSocial was created out of dissatisfaction with the existing social clubs in Norwich, we set out to create a community that was run in Norwich, for the people of Norwich, Norfolk & North Suffolk and that didn't discriminate by age or status.
When was GoSocial created?
We created this website and soft launched in March 2013 but it wasn't until April / May 2013 we really got going.
What makes GoSocial different?
* We welcome everyone as a member
* There are no upper age restrictions policies
* No eligibility requirements
* We don't insist you go through a trial period before deciding if you can join.
* We are run entirely in Norwich for the members.
* We do not censor or vet the events.
* Our Community Admin has undergone an enhanced DBS check.
* Did we mention that there are no upfront charges!
How many members are there?
As of Jan 2023 we have 1068 members
What age are the members?
The simple answer is anyone over 18 as we do our best to just socialise and not let age be a barrier.
We have a good spread of ages within the group but the majority of members are in their 30s, 40s & 50s however there are also a large number of members on either side of these ages.
Is it for Singles or Couples?
Both! We have many members who are single, many who are couples, some who are part of a couple and a few who don't fit the conventional categories.
Couples are very welcome but we are unable to process join applications. Both members of the couple would need their own profile as each profile can only book their own place at events. Eg. a couple wants to go to a meal, they will require 2 seats so they need 2 profiles to book the 2 seats.
How many events are there?
The actual number of events over the last few years are:
| 2017 |
620 |
| 2018 |
611 |
| 2019 |
581 |
| 2020 |
272 |
Nos reduced due to pandemic |
| 2021 |
266 |
Nos reduced due to pandemic |
| 2022 |
602 |
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What do I need to do to come to one of your events or activities?
Once you've registered all you need to do is choose what you'd like to come to, hit the 'I'm Attending' button and turn up, it really is that simple.
How do I join?
Simple, just fill in the
registration form and tell us a bit about you and your interests.