Coffee Morning Social Bingo
Get chatting at a coffee morning as you meet people who prefer tea, can recommend a local bakery or have tried a new hobby. Tick off shared interests and enjoy relaxed introductions.
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Get chatting at a coffee morning as you meet people who prefer tea, can recommend a local bakery or have tried a new hobby. Tick off shared interests and enjoy relaxed introductions.
How to run this activity
Meet people at the gathering and tick a square when a willing participant matches its description. Different squares can involve different people. Do not ask anyone to share private details or disclose beliefs.
Facilitator guidance
Give a brief example, encourage introductions and let players pass without sharing personal details. Check the group size and participants’ interests, and offer alternative squares that suit those attending. Aim for a line of five rather than a full card; for small groups, consider a 3×3 board with a line of three.
Safety and inclusion
Use inclusive language, keep participation voluntary and never pressure anyone to disclose private information. Check that the squares are achievable for your group, winning lines offer varied conversation topics and everyone can take part accessibly.
Full prompt list
- Someone with a favourite café
- A guest who prefers tea to coffee
- Someone who loves homemade cake
- A person who enjoys morning walks
- Someone who can recommend a local bakery
- A guest who likes reading at cafés
- Someone who enjoys community events
- A person who likes decaf drinks
- Someone who has tried a new hobby
- A guest who likes crossword puzzles
- Someone who enjoys gardening
- A person who enjoys meeting neighbours
- Someone who likes making biscuits
- A guest who has travelled by train recently
- Someone with a favourite weekend ritual
- A person who enjoys live music
- Someone who knows a local hidden gem
- A guest who prefers herbal tea
- Someone who enjoys photography
- A person who volunteers locally
- Someone who likes trying seasonal treats
- A guest who can recommend a book
- Someone who enjoys board games
- A person who has made a new friend today