The following groups provide the ideal place to get involved with activities that interest you – or why not try something different? Many of them organise activities throughout the year, as publicised in our events calendar.
Details can change, so please check the group’s own website or contact them directly before attending. If you spot an update, please let us know.
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Marlow Players
The Marlow Players is an established society over 80 years standing, being formed in 1937 to bring amateur theatre to the local community. We produce one full-length production each year at Great Marlow School. We also perform Murder Mystery Evenings – either in Liston Hall or, when invited to perform elsewhere, at other venues for various societies or local pubs. We invite people to go to our website www.MarlowPlayers.org.uk to see future events or subscribe to our newsletter.
Marlow Common WI
Marlow Common WI is a local branch of the Women’s Institute, part of the Buckinghamshire Federation of WIs. The group meets at Liston Hall on Chapel Street in Marlow on the third Thursday of each month at 7.30pm. As part of the wider WI movement, it offers opportunities for women to meet others locally, take part in activities, hear speakers, learn new skills and be involved in community life.
https://buckinghamshire.thewi.org.uk/find-wi/marlow-common
Marlow Archaeology Group
Marlow Archaeology Group is a local society for people interested in archaeology and the history of Marlow and the surrounding area. Formed from the merger of Archaeology in Marlow and Marlow Archaeological Society, the group offers talks, research opportunities, fieldwork, visits, newsletters and community displays, with activities suitable for both experienced members and those with a general interest. The group has since combined with the Maidenhead Archaeological and Historical Society to form the Maidenhead and Marlow Archaeology and History Society, continuing its focus on local heritage, archaeological research and community involvement.
https://mmahs.org.uk/
Marlow Community Choir
Marlow Community Choir is a friendly mixed choir welcoming singers of all abilities, with no auditions and no previous experience needed. The choir meets on Wednesday evenings at Liston Hall in Marlow and sings a wide variety of music, working towards winter and summer concerts each year. Led by Musical Director David Manners, it has around 80 members from across Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire, and its concerts often include professional soloists and a full orchestra.
https://marlowcommunitychoir.org/
Marlow Arts and Crafts Community
Marlow Art and Crafts Society is a friendly, inclusive local group for people who enjoy creating and learning about art and crafts. Established in the 1950s, the society has around 100 members and welcomes people of all abilities, from beginners to more experienced artists and makers. It offers a varied programme throughout the year, including tutored classes, demonstrations, workshops, gallery trips, outdoor painting sessions and an annual exhibition of members’ work.
https://draftmacsnew.co.uk/
Marlow Camera Club
Marlow Camera Club is a friendly local group for photographers of all levels, meeting weekly on Tuesday evenings at Marlow Methodist Church Hall. The club’s programme includes expert talks, practical workshops, member-led sessions and competitions designed to help people develop their photographic skills and share ideas. It welcomes prospective members to try a couple of meetings before joining, and exists to promote photography in all its forms while supporting photographers on their creative journey.
https://www.marlowcamera.club/
Buckinghamshire Family History Society
Buckinghamshire Family History Society is a charitable society for anyone interested in researching family history, genealogy and local history in Buckinghamshire. Formed in 1976, it provides resources for people tracing ancestors in the county, including talks, meetings, publications and research databases. The society supports both local members and those with Buckinghamshire ancestry living further afield, helping people explore family records and understand the wider history of the area.
https://bucksfhs.org.uk/
Marlow round table
Marlow Round Table is a local social and charitable organisation for men aged 18 to 45, bringing together members from Marlow and the surrounding area for friendship, events and community fundraising. The group organises and supports a number of well-known local activities, including Marlow May Fayre, Marlow Town Regatta, the Christmas Float and Children in Need collections. Funds raised are donated to local good causes in Marlow, Wycombe and South Buckinghamshire, as well as some national and international charities.
http://www.marlowrt.co.uk/
Marlow Folk dancing club
Marlow Folk Dance Club is a friendly local group offering English folk dancing at Liston Hall in Marlow. The club meets on the second and fourth Fridays of the month at 8pm, with dances set to recorded music or live music from club musicians. Newcomers are welcome, with or without experience, all dances are called, and there is no need to bring a partner
https://www.chilternfolk.org.uk/home/mfdc
The Marlow Society
The Marlow Society is a registered charity dedicated to preserving and improving Marlow, its surrounding villages and countryside. Established in 1960, following the campaign to protect Marlow’s historic suspension bridge, the society continues to take an active interest in local heritage, planning, transport, green spaces and other issues affecting the town. It also runs talks, events and guided walks, and has a Local History Group which researches and shares the history of Marlow and the surrounding area.
https://www.marlowsociety.org.uk/
Marlow Town Band
Marlow Town Band is a traditional British brass band based in Marlow, founded in 1906 and still active in the local community today. The band performs a wide range of music, from classical and traditional brass band pieces to pop, film and stage music, appearing at concerts, regattas, carol events and community occasions across Marlow and the wider South of England. It rehearses on Monday evenings at the Band Hall off Wethered Road and welcomes players of all levels.
https://www.marlowtownband.co.uk/
Transition Town Marlow
Transition Town Marlow is a community-led initiative focused on sustainability, climate change and reducing Marlow’s environmental impact. Run by local volunteers, it supports practical projects that help make the town greener and more resilient, including Marlow Repair Café, Releaf Marlow, active travel, energy-saving initiatives, community grants and environmental awareness activities. The group is not a formal membership organisation and welcomes local people who want to get involved, share ideas or support positive change in the community.
https://transitionmarlow.org/
Marlow Horticultural Society
Marlow Horticultural Society is a friendly local gardening club for people in Marlow with an interest in plants, gardens and growing. Affiliated to the Royal Horticultural Society, it runs a year-round programme of talks, workshops, outings and events, including its annual plant sale and flower show at Liston Hall. The society welcomes members and visitors who want to learn more about gardening, meet others with similar interests and enjoy a varied programme of horticultural activities.
https://marlowhs.co.uk/
Marlow & District Rail Society
Marlow & District Railway Society is a local group for railway enthusiasts in Marlow, South Buckinghamshire and the surrounding area. Founded in 1977, the society runs a programme of illustrated talks, meetings and visits covering railway history, operations, modelling and travel, with some meetings also available via Zoom. It also publishes The Marlow Donkey magazine and shares information about local railway heritage, including the Marlow branch line.
http://www.mdrs.org.uk/
Marlow and District U3A
Marlow and District u3a is a local organisation for people who are no longer in full-time work and want to keep learning, stay active and meet others. It offers around 70 member-led groups covering educational, recreational and social interests, including arts and crafts, games, languages, literature, music, walking, science, technology and social activities. The emphasis is on learning for fun, sharing skills and interests, and enjoying new ideas in a friendly community setting.
https://marlowu3a.co.uk/
Marlow Twinning Association
Marlow Town Twinning promotes friendship and cultural links between Marlow and its twin towns, especially Marly-le-Roi in France and Budavár in Budapest, Hungary. The Marlow–Marly link became official in 1972, with the Marlow Town-Twinning Association later formed to support exchanges, visits and community connections. The group organises activities including exchange visits, social events, French conversation classes, pétanque and links between schools, clubs, societies and civic groups.
https://www.marlowtowntwinning.co.uk/
Marlow National Trust Association
Marlow National Trust Association is a volunteer-run local supporter group affiliated to, but independent from, the National Trust. Founded in 1984, it has around 350 members from the local area who share an interest in heritage, history, culture and visiting places of interest. The association supports the National Trust by raising funds and promoting its work, and runs a programme of monthly talks, day outings, holidays and social events for members.
https://marlownationaltrustassociation.co.uk/
Marlow Wine Society
Marlow Wine Society is a friendly, informal group for anyone interested in learning more about wine, with no previous knowledge or expertise required. The society holds regular tastings, usually on the last Tuesday of each month at the Pugin Rooms by St Peter’s Church in Marlow, where members sample and discuss wines from different countries, regions, grapes and styles. Its aim is to help members broaden their knowledge, discover new wines and enjoy lively discussion in a sociable setting.
https://marlowwinesociety.org.uk/