Any ideas of where I can go on my own to meet friends / a partner?

Question

I don't like the idea of going to pubs on my own. The only social clubs in my area are for the elderly, disabled and parents and I don't fit into any of those categories.

Answer 1

http://www.tuttogif.com

Answer 2

Some ideas  -  classes, talks/lectures/concerts where people mingle afterwards, voluntary work (other workers have brothers, sisters and friends), church groups or choir, local interest groups (or start something yourself), volunteer to help with scouts etc. (they are always needing leaders) .....

When I came to live here, on the surface there seemed to be nothing to do.  Finding out that there were 16 different organisations gave me some choice. Even though there were many that held no interest for me, there were still some I could join.  

What are you interested in?  Do you sing?  cook?  cycle?  read books?  write poetry/stories?  DIY or crafts?  swim?  go youth hostelling?  or anything else?