St Albans Round Table is a local group of men who get together to make friends, have a laugh, try new things, and support the community through fundraising and hands on volunteering. It is social, it is practical, and it is genuinely rewarding.
We are typically for men aged 18 to 45. If you are close to that range, still get in touch. We will always point you in the right direction.
Not necessarily. Lots of people live nearby or work in the area. If St Albans is where you spend time, you can still be part of it.
Absolutely. If you are looking for a ready made group to socialise with and feel part of the community, Round Table is a great fit. You will meet people you would never normally bump into.
Not in the awkward, name badge sense. Friendships come first. You will naturally meet people from different walks of life, but the focus is mates, community and shared experiences, not sales pitches.
A mix of things, depending on what members fancy. Think:
Socials (meals out, pub nights, trips, activity evenings)
Community projects and volunteering
Fundraising for local causes
Planning and supporting bigger events, including the Santa Float season
The balance is important. It should feel fun, not like another job.
No. Most members have work, families, shifts, travel, all of it. You can be as involved as your life allows. Some people come to most things, others dip in and out. We would rather you join and do what you can than not join at all.
Nothing dramatic. You will not be told off. Life happens. We keep it friendly and flexible.
We meet regularly throughout the year, with a mix of social catch-ups and planning sessions. Usually, the 1st Monday of the month and the 5th Monday of the month. The exact rhythm can change depending on the season and what events are coming up, so the easiest thing is to message us and we will tell you what is in the diary.
It is friendly and welcoming. Most people who join are a little nervous at first, which is totally normal, but it usually takes about ten minutes to realise everyone is just there for a good evening and some decent company.
Not at all. Plenty of members join without knowing anyone. You will not be the odd one out.
Yes. You do not need to be loud. You just need to be up for meeting people at your own pace. There is always room for quiet characters and proper chatterboxes alike.
A real mix across the age range. That is part of the point. You get different perspectives, different energy, and plenty of shared banter.
No. Being reliable and willing to muck in beats any specific skill. That said, if you can drive, organise, fix things, build stuff, design, plan, cook, lift, problem solve, or just keep spirits up when it is cold, those talents always get appreciated.
There is no membership fee in a strict sense. We all transfer £45 each month by standing order; we then use those funds to pay, for example, our pub bill when we meet.
Yes, and you should. Most people come along to one or two events first to see if it feels right. No pressure.
The Santa Float is one of the best known things we do. It is a long running St Albans tradition that brings Santa, lights and music into neighbourhoods while raising funds for local charities and community causes. It is joyful, busy, sometimes chilly, and always worth it.
We would love you to get involved, but you will not be thrown in at the deep end. Some members do lots of nights, others do a few. We will guide you through it, pair you with experienced members, and make sure you feel comfortable.
Definitely. Driving is just one part of it. There are plenty of roles, including walking with collectors, guiding, helping with setup, organising routes, and making sure everything runs smoothly.
Round Table membership is for men, but there are often opportunities for partners and families to support certain events, and it is always nice when people feel included around the edges. The best thing is to ask and we will tell you what is coming up.
Local charities and community causes, with fundraising focused on making a meaningful difference close to home. Specific beneficiaries can change, but the mission stays the same: support St Albans and the surrounding community.
People usually say some version of:
“I have made proper mates.”
“I do more than I thought I could.”
“It gets me out of the house and breaks up the routine.”
“It feels good to do something for the community, without it being heavy.”
It is a brilliant combination, if we are honest.
Send us a message through this website or our social channels and tell us a little about yourself. We will invite you along to an upcoming social so you can meet everyone and see what we are about.
Keep it simple. Your name, age, roughly where you are based, and what made you interested. That is plenty.