New to Lincoln and looking for friends? Reddit users share tips for building a community in the city

A newcomer to Lincoln has turned to Reddit for help finding friends after moving to the city and to England just a week ago. Posting on the LincolnUK forum, the 26-year-old man said he was gay and keen to build a community locally, but admitted making friends as an adult was proving difficult. His post struck a chord with local users, who responded with a warm welcome and a handful of suggestions for getting settled in the city.

The Reddit writer said: "Just moved to Lincoln (& England as a whole) a week ago (26M gay) and looking to make friends and build a community here, but it’s not as easy to make friends as adults. Just wondering if anyone may have any ideas, thanks!" The post quickly drew encouraging replies from people who said Lincoln can take time to get used to, but is a friendly place once newcomers find their feet. One user replied: "Welcome to Lincoln, have you been to the Scene?" While no further detail was given in the thread, the comment appeared to point the newcomer towards a local social venue or nightlife spot.

Another Reddit user offered reassurance about life in the city, writing: "Welcome to Lincoln - I've been here 4-5 years, it really grows on you as a city." That same commenter suggested that sharing more about hobbies and interests might help others recommend suitable groups, activities and meet-ups. It is a familiar problem for many adults arriving in a new area, especially after a major move, with friendships often forming through shared interests rather than chance encounters. A third user highlighted a more active route into local life, suggesting the Lincolnshire Lancers, described in the comment as "an inclusive touch rugby team".

The user added that the team was "super friendly" and had "lots of meet ups outside of rugby too". The thread offers a snapshot of the way online community forums are increasingly being used as a first port of call for people arriving in a new city. For those moving to Lincoln alone, or from overseas, social media can provide quick pointers to venues, sports clubs and other welcoming spaces.

It also hints at a broader issue many people face after relocating - how to build a support network from scratch. In this case, Reddit users pointed towards a mix of nightlife, conversation and sport as possible ways in. The Lincoln Post has not independently verified the claims made in the Reddit thread, including the descriptions of venues or groups mentioned by users.

But the responses suggest that for at least some Lincoln residents, there is an appetite to help newcomers feel at home. For anyone in a similar position, the message from the thread was simple: ask around, share your interests and Lincoln residents may be ready with ideas.

This article was written by The Lincoln Post using information from online sources. View source.