About us
Founded in 2021 the Walton on Thames Social (WOTS) Group is built on a foundation of fun, vibrant, respectful, like-minded individuals who enjoy socializing, making new connections and attending great events.
Whether you’ve recently moved into the area or want to increase your social circle, you can be sure of a warm and friendly welcome.
We aim to make the most of the fantastic choice of venues within Walton-on-Thames and surrounding locations including (but not limited) to: Shepperton, Chertsey, Staines, Hampton, Kingston-upon-Thames, Ascot, Windsor, Woking and Guildford.
Our organised events include:
Live Music Gigs | Theatre | Cinema | Comedy Shows | Dances | Monthly Pub Meet-Ups | Lunches | Boat Trips | Dining | and much more.
If you would like to become a member of the WOTS Meet-Up Group, click on the ‘Request to Join’ button and once accepted you can opt to attend one event using our ‘one-off trial option’ OR, to gain access to all of our fantastic selection of events, opt to become a Paid Member.
Due to charges levied by Meetup to use their website, WOTS charge a bi-annual fee of £10.
The bi-annual Paid Membership periods are:
● 1st February to 31 July Winter/Summer (W/S)
● 1st August to 31 January – Summer/Winter (S/W)
Please note:
● Paid Membership fees may be subject to change.
● A ‘Request to Join’ confirms your agreement to the Walton on Thames Social Group Terms and Conditions.
● Ticket and associated costs for attending external events such as shows, dances, meals etc. are not included in the Paid Membership or when attending one event using the ‘one-off trial option’ as a member.
Whether you’ve recently moved into the area or want to increase your social circle, you can be sure of a warm and friendly welcome at WOTS. We look forward to hearing from you.
Featured event
Comedy night at the Riverhouse Barn
Another great comedy night - Line up to be confirmed, but four of the finest acts drawn from the UK comedy circuit!
TO JOIN THIS MEET-UP EVENT YOU’LL NEED:
● A Paid Membership for the Winter/Summer period 1st Feb to 31 July 2026.
● A ticket - See link: Riverhouse Barn Ticket price £16
Just discovered WOTS? Click on the ‘Request to Join’ button and once accepted as a member of the group you can upgrade to our Paid Membership and come along to all our fantastic selection of events OR if you would like to come along and find out 'if WOTS is for you?’ join as a member and attend one event of your choice using our ‘one-off trial option.’
Diane Mitchell the group leader will reply to your ‘Request to Join’ and if accepted as a member of the group, will provide you with further information on both our Paid Membership and ‘one-off trial option'.
Please note: A ‘Request to Join’ confirms agreement to the Walton on Thames Social Group Terms and Conditions. All ticketed events and associated costs for attending external events’ such as shows, dances, meals etc are not included in the Paid Membership or when choosing to attend one event as a member using our ‘one-off trial option'. Members may only use the ‘one-off trial option' once. To attend further events a Paid Membership must be purchased.
Paid Members when inviting guests to an event please send your guest this link: Walton on Thames Social (WOTS) Group and ask them to ‘Request to Join’ the group, Diane will then contact them. Please direct message Diane Mitchell if you have any questions.
FINDING US AT THE VENUE
The Hosts for this event will message via the WOTS Meet up Group nearer the date on where to meet.
QUESTIONS:
Ask away in the event chat.
CANCELLATIONS:
We know things happen no matter if you change your mind or life gets in the way. All we ask is that, for any reason you are unable to attend you amend your RSVP ASAP so the host of the event knows not to expect you. Your generous act of updating your RSVP will make way for another person to meet up and make connections and enable the host, where applicable, to confirm with the venue changes to attendee numbers.
HEALTH & SAFETY:
You are joining our events at your own risk and take full responsibility for yourself. Remaining respectful to the group, guests, and those around the group is required and appreciated. In the event you have tested positive for COVID within 24 hours before the event, please choose to self-isolate. Masks are worn at your discretion.
Upcoming events
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Comedy night at the Riverhouse Barn
Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre, Manor Road, Walton-on-Thames, KT12 2PF, GBAnother great comedy night - Line up to be confirmed, but four of the finest acts drawn from the UK comedy circuit!
TO JOIN THIS MEET-UP EVENT YOU’LL NEED:
● A Paid Membership for the Winter/Summer period 1st Feb to 31 July 2026.
● A ticket - See link: Riverhouse Barn Ticket price £16Just discovered WOTS? Click on the ‘Request to Join’ button and once accepted as a member of the group you can upgrade to our Paid Membership and come along to all our fantastic selection of events OR if you would like to come along and find out 'if WOTS is for you?’ join as a member and attend one event of your choice using our ‘one-off trial option.’
Diane Mitchell the group leader will reply to your ‘Request to Join’ and if accepted as a member of the group, will provide you with further information on both our Paid Membership and ‘one-off trial option'.
Please note: A ‘Request to Join’ confirms agreement to the Walton on Thames Social Group Terms and Conditions. All ticketed events and associated costs for attending external events’ such as shows, dances, meals etc are not included in the Paid Membership or when choosing to attend one event as a member using our ‘one-off trial option'. Members may only use the ‘one-off trial option' once. To attend further events a Paid Membership must be purchased.
Paid Members when inviting guests to an event please send your guest this link: Walton on Thames Social (WOTS) Group and ask them to ‘Request to Join’ the group, Diane will then contact them. Please direct message Diane Mitchell if you have any questions.
FINDING US AT THE VENUE
The Hosts for this event will message via the WOTS Meet up Group nearer the date on where to meet.QUESTIONS:
Ask away in the event chat.CANCELLATIONS:
We know things happen no matter if you change your mind or life gets in the way. All we ask is that, for any reason you are unable to attend you amend your RSVP ASAP so the host of the event knows not to expect you. Your generous act of updating your RSVP will make way for another person to meet up and make connections and enable the host, where applicable, to confirm with the venue changes to attendee numbers.HEALTH & SAFETY:
You are joining our events at your own risk and take full responsibility for yourself. Remaining respectful to the group, guests, and those around the group is required and appreciated. In the event you have tested positive for COVID within 24 hours before the event, please choose to self-isolate. Masks are worn at your discretion.1 attendee
The Rose and Crown | Thorpe | Monthly Pub Meet
The Rose & Crown, Green Road, Thorpe, Egham, Surrey TW20 8QL, Egham, GBJoin our monthly pub-meetup - The Rose & Crown Thorpe. Share an enjoyable evening of socialising, chatter, and laughter.
Last orders 10:40 pm
Pub closes at 11 pm.
Kitchen closes at 9:45 pm for those who may wish to order food (optional)TO JOIN THIS MEET-UP EVENT YOU’LL NEED:
● A Paid Membership for the Winter/Summer period from 1st February '26 to 31st July 2026. £10.Just discovered WOTS? Click on the ‘Request to Join’ button and once accepted as a member of the group you can upgrade to our Paid Membership and come along to all our fantastic selection of events OR if you would like to come along and find out 'if WOTS is for you?’ join as a member and attend one event of your choice using our ‘one-off trial option.’
Diane Mitchell the group leader will reply to your ‘Request to Join’ and if accepted as a member of the group, will provide you with further information on both our Paid Membership and ‘one-off trial option'.
Please note: A ‘Request to Join’ confirms agreement to the Walton on Thames Social Group Terms and Conditions. All ticketed events and associated costs for attending external events’ such as shows, dances, meals etc are not included in the Paid Membership or when choosing to attend one event as a member using our ‘one-off trial option'. Members may only use the ‘one-off trial option' once. To attend further events a Paid Membership must be purchased.
Paid Members when inviting guests to an event please send your guest this link: Walton on Thames Social (WOTS) Group and ask them to ‘Request to Join’ the group, Diane will then contact them. Please direct message Diane Mitchell if you have any questions.
FINDING US AT THE VENUE
The Hosts for this event will message via the WOTS Meet up Group nearer the date on where to meet.QUESTIONS:
Ask away in the event chat.CANCELLATIONS:
We know things happen no matter if you change your mind or life gets in the way. All we ask is that, for any reason you are unable to attend you amend your RSVP ASAP so the host of the event knows not to expect you. Your generous act of updating your RSVP will make way for another person to meet up and make connections and enable the host, where applicable, to confirm with the venue changes to attendee numbers.HEALTH & SAFETY:
You are joining our events at your own risk and take full responsibility for yourself. Remaining respectful to the group, guests, and those around the group is required and appreciated. In the event you have tested positive for COVID within 24 hours before the event, please choose to self-isolate. Masks are worn at your discretion.5 attendees
The Madchester Experience @ The Hampton Hub 🎸
The Hampton Hub Club, 3 Ashley Rd, Hampton TW12 2JA,, Surrey, GBThe Madchester Experience recreate the iconic sounds of BRIT bands such as THE STONE ROSES, THE HAPPY MONDAYS, OASIS, THE VERVE, THE FARM, JAMES, THE CHARLATANS, INSPIRAL CARPETS and many more...
Taking their audiences on a trip back to the 90’s indie era with the attitude and baggy fashion.
Tickets are £18.00 + £1.21 booking fee (see link below) or £22.00 OTD if any left.
Described as an energetic and authentic
they have performed many times alongside Clint Boon (Inspiral Carpets) and the Manchester legend Bez (The Happy Mondays) both Manchester Legends in their own right.They have also played shows with some of the cast from Shane Meadows Channel 4 drama (This is England) with Thomas Turgoose aka Shuan and Andrew Shim aka Milky and shared the stage with other britpop Legends such as Nigel Clarke (Dodgy) and Tommy Scott from the band (Space).
The Madchester Experience have performed on stages with audience capacities spanning from 300 to 7,000 people and have performed and headlined at many of the major tribute festivals in and around the UK.
TO JOIN THIS MEET-UP EVENT YOU’LL NEED:
● A Paid Membership for the Winter/Summer period 1st Feb to 31 July 2026.
● A ticket - See link:
PURCHASE YOUR TICKET HERE:Just discovered WOTS? Click on the ‘Request to Join’ button and once accepted as a member of the group you can upgrade to our Paid Membership and come along to all our fantastic selection of events OR if you would like to come along and find out 'if WOTS is for you?’ join as a member and attend one event of your choice using our ‘one-off trial option.’
Diane Mitchell the group leader will reply to your ‘Request to Join’ and if accepted as a member of the group, will provide you with further information on both our Paid Membership and ‘one-off trial option'.
Please note: A ‘Request to Join’ confirms agreement to the Walton on Thames Social Group Terms and Conditions. All ticketed events and associated costs for attending external events’ such as shows, dances, meals etc are not included in the Paid Membership or when choosing to attend one event as a member using our ‘one-off trial option'. Members may only use the ‘one-off trial option' once. To attend further events a Paid Membership must be purchased.
Paid Members when inviting guests to an event please send your guest this link: Walton on Thames Social (WOTS) Group and ask them to ‘Request to Join’ the group, Diane will then contact them. Please direct message Diane Mitchell if you have any questions.
FINDING US AT THE VENUE
The Hosts for this event will message via the WOTS Meet up Group nearer the date on where to meet.QUESTIONS:
Ask away in the event chat.CANCELLATIONS:
We know things happen no matter if you change your mind or life gets in the way. All we ask is that, for any reason you are unable to attend you amend your RSVP ASAP so the host of the event knows not to expect you. Your generous act of updating your RSVP will make way for another person to meet up and make connections and enable the host, where applicable, to confirm with the venue changes to attendee numbers.HEALTH & SAFETY:
You are joining our events at your own risk and take full responsibility for yourself. Remaining respectful to the group, guests, and those around the group is required and appreciated. In the event you have tested positive for COVID within 24 hours before the event, please choose to self-isolate. Masks are worn at your discretion.2 attendeesComedy night at the Riverhouse Barn
Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre, Manor Road, Walton-on-Thames, KT12 2PF, GBAnother great comedy night
TO JOIN THIS MEET-UP EVENT YOU’LL NEED:
● A Paid Membership for the Winter/Summer period 1st Feb to 31 July 2026.
● A ticket - See link: Riverhouse Barn Ticket price £20Just discovered WOTS? Click on the ‘Request to Join’ button and once accepted as a member of the group you can upgrade to our Paid Membership and come along to all our fantastic selection of events OR if you would like to come along and find out 'if WOTS is for you?’ join as a member and attend one event of your choice using our ‘one-off trial option.’
Diane Mitchell the group leader will reply to your ‘Request to Join’ and if accepted as a member of the group, will provide you with further information on both our Paid Membership and ‘one-off trial option'.
Please note: A ‘Request to Join’ confirms agreement to the Walton on Thames Social Group Terms and Conditions. All ticketed events and associated costs for attending external events’ such as shows, dances, meals etc are not included in the Paid Membership or when choosing to attend one event as a member using our ‘one-off trial option'. Members may only use the ‘one-off trial option' once. To attend further events a Paid Membership must be purchased.
Paid Members when inviting guests to an event please send your guest this link: Walton on Thames Social (WOTS) Group and ask them to ‘Request to Join’ the group, Diane will then contact them. Please direct message Diane Mitchell if you have any questions.
FINDING US AT THE VENUE
The Hosts for this event will message via the WOTS Meet up Group nearer the date on where to meet.QUESTIONS:
Ask away in the event chat.CANCELLATIONS:
We know things happen no matter if you change your mind or life gets in the way. All we ask is that, for any reason you are unable to attend you amend your RSVP ASAP so the host of the event knows not to expect you. Your generous act of updating your RSVP will make way for another person to meet up and make connections and enable the host, where applicable, to confirm with the venue changes to attendee numbers.HEALTH & SAFETY:
You are joining our events at your own risk and take full responsibility for yourself. Remaining respectful to the group, guests, and those around the group is required and appreciated. In the event you have tested positive for COVID within 24 hours before the event, please choose to self-isolate. Masks are worn at your discretion.3 attendees
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