The clubs and associations on this page are divided into the following categories:

• Social & cultural
• Business
• Parent & toddler / youth groups
• Helplines
• Religious communities
• Academic & professional
• Dance
• Music
• Drama/Poetry
• Sport

●  SOCIAL & CULTURAL

Anglo-Austrian Society / Österreichisch-Britische Gesellschaft für Steiermark
Contact: Univ Prof Dr Peter Bierbaumer (President)
Claudia Schober (Secretary)
Heinrichstrasse 36
A-8010 Graz
Tel: 0316 / 380-2488 or 2489
Email: anglo-austrian@gmx.at

An association for those interested in things British and for British expatriates. Organises talks, slide- and video-shows etc and special events, including Burn's Night celebrations. Also acts as a clearing house for information on the English speaking world. Would like to hear from potential guest speakers from Britain.

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Austro-British Society - Carinthia / Österreich-britische Gesellschaft Kärnten
Contacts: Mrs. Joy Jerney (President) Tel 0664 5722622
Email: joy@jerney.at
Joe Welsh (Vice-president) Tel 0463 319418
Elisabeth Riedl (Secretary) Tel 0463 261413
Club rooms: Karfreitstrasse 6/1, A-9020 Klagenfurt (in the premises of Philingua , a language cultural centre).
Email: info@austobritish.com
Web: www.austrobritish.com 

Open to people of any nationality living in Kärnten who want to chat, relax and enjoy themselves in an English-speaking environment. The club rooms (with lending library, video-loan, darts, games etc.) are once a week, special social events and activities are also arranged. English courses at all levels are run during the day by native speakers.

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Austro-British Society Tyrol / Österreich-britische Gesellschaft Tirol
Contact: Andrew Milne-Skinner, President
Prinz-Eugen-Strasse 79
6020 Innsbruck
Website: www.austrobrits.org
Tel: 0512 / 367193
Email: president@austrobrits.org
Club room and library: Burghard-Breitner-Strasse 20, A-6020 Innsbruck

For anyone interested in Britain and its culture. Has an extensive library (10,000 volumes) and offers English conversation classes. Weekly meetings are held for members, and special events such as many seasonal celebrations, visits to theatre performances, lectures and excursions are organised, to promote Austro-British friendship.

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Austro-British Society in Upper Austria / Österreich-britische Gesellschaft in Oberösterreich
Contact: Reg. Rat Karl Kaar, President
Weissenwolffstrasse 17a
A-4020 Linz
Email: office@ausbrit-linz.at
Web: http://www.ausbrit-linz.at

An association for all those interested in things British, to promote Austro-British friendship. Organises regular social and cultural activities for members, also maintains a book and video library and holds English courses.

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AWA / American Women's Association
Singerstrasse 4/11
A-1010 Vienna
Tel: 01 / 966 29 25
Email: awa@awavienna.com
Web: http://awavienna.com

For all women who have the English language in common. It offers an opportunity for English speaking women to widen their horizons as they form friendships, organise monthly meetings and participate in various hobby and social acitivites. AWA publishes the book Living in Vienna, a useful information source for newcomers to Austria.

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Bregenz English Club
Contact: Mag Anton Haunschmidt
Anna Haunschmidt
Klausmühle 7a
A-6900 Bregenz
Tel: 05574 / 47138

For those interested in English language culture and for native English speakers. Organises cultural (speeches, travelogues, visits to Vienna's English Speaking Theatre) and social (parties, dinners, outings) events.

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British Community Association of Vienna
Contacts:
Steve Read, Chairperson
Email: steve.read@live.com
Valerie Juge, membership
Tel: 01 / 3709324
Email: valeriejuge@yahoo.co.uk
General email: bcavienna@gmail.com
Web: www.bca-vienna.com

Helps Brits find their feet in the Vienna area and offers a full monthly social programme. Membership is limited to British expatriates and their spouses, but members' guests of all nationalities are welcome.

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Contact
Central Coordinator: Betsy Tiefenbrunner
Veithgasse 11
A-1030 Vienna
Tel: 01/7137166 or 7143656
Email: betsytief@utanet.at

A ‘good neighbour’ group for English speaking women of all nationalities with meetings throughout Vienna. The group offers welcome to newcomers as well as to long-time residents and provides information and support.

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English-American Reading Room
Contact: Walter Wagensonner
PO Box 201
A-3500 Krems
Tel: 02732 / 75904

For anyone interested in the English language and British and American cultures. British expatriates welcome. Holds weekly meetings at the Danube University in Krems and maintains a library.

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English Club Bludenz
Contact: Jane Tschann
Silvretta Strasse 27
A-6780 Schruns
Tel: 05556 / 75197
Email: jane_tschann@aon.at

For British expatriates and anyone interested in Britain, its language and culture. At present meetings are not held on a regular basis.

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English Speaking Union / Austria (ESUA)
Contacts: Dr Alfred Rath, President
Grinzingerstrasse 70/9
A-1190 Vienna
Web: http://www.esu.org

The Austrian branch of a world-wide organisation, with its headquarters in London. Its aim is to promote international understanding and friendship between peoples through the English language. Activities include monthly meetings and regular social events such as theatre evenings, excursions and suppers. All are welcome to join.

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First Carinthian Highland Club
Contact: Ing Klaus Wiedergut
Primus-Lessiak-Strasse 12
A-9500 Villach
Tel: 0676 6029516
Email: info@dieschotten.com
Web: http://www.dieschotten.com

Founded in 1984 by local enthusiasts to promote Scottish culture and customs, this club organises special events such as Burn's Night party and highland games. In association with the Alpen Highland Games Organisation Society, the club helps to organise the Alpen Highland Games in Carinthia. For details please visit http://www.alpenhighlander.com

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Gordon Highlanders of Austria
Scottish Association
Contact: Christoph Gänsbacher
Bahnstrasse 2/4/2
A-7082 Donnerskirchen
Burgenland
Tel: 02683 / 8541
Email: chgaensbacher@gordon-highlanders.com
rzankovitsch@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.gordon-highlanders.com

A club for enthusiasts of Scottish culture and customs, which organises Scottish folk festivals and highland games. Affiliated to the Order of St Andrew.

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Merry England Feldkirch
Contact: Susan Dobler
Raiffeisenstrasse 1
A-6800 Feldkirch
Vorarlberg
Tel 05522 / 37280

For the British expatriate community. Traditional festivals are celebrated and meetings held n an ad hoc basis.

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Scottish Ladies Association
Contact: Mrs Alice Rutherford
Ungargasse 67/15
A-1030 Vienna
Tel: 01 / 7148096
Email: d_adey_balinova@hotmail.com

In particular for Scottish ladies resident in Austria, and also for other women with strong ties to Scotland. Informal monthly meetings are held to exchange news and views. Newcomers welcome.

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The Styrian Highland Steelers
Contact: President René M. Stocker
Email: highlander@hiway.at
Web: http://www.highland-steelers.com

Under the motto “A Styrian heart, a Scottish soul”, this club aims to acts as a link between Scotland and Styria, celebrating Scottish and Styrian festivals, cultivating culture, and generally having fun.

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Vienna Highlanders
Scottish Association
Contact: Thomas Kindl
Parkallee 7a
A-2783 Ebreichdorf
Tel: 0664 4403789
Email: president@vienna-highlanders.com
Web: http://www.vienna-highlanders.com

The club has 2 main interests: Scottish culture and Scottish sports. Members take part in Highland games in Austria and organise traditional Scottish events such as Highland games, Burn's Night and St Andrew's Day celebrations in Vienna. The club is affiliated to the Order of St Andrew.


●  BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS

Austro-British Chamber
Kärntner Ring 12
A-1010 Vienna
Tel: 01 8907000
Email: info@abchamber.at
Web: http://www.abchamber.org

The aim of the Austro-British Chamber is to provide members with an ongoing competitive edge by supporting companies and individuals with an interest in Austro-British business. Membership is open to people involved in business in the markets of Austria, Britain, and those near and east of Austria.


● PARENT & TODDLER GROUPS / YOUTH GROUPS

Christ Church Toddlers Group
Contacts: Hayley Stremnitzer
Tel: 01 / 4403363
Jane Denton MacLennan
Tel: 01 / 4022886

A get-together for English-speaking parents / carers and toddlers. Meets Thursdays from 10.00 - 12.00, in the Church Centre, Salesianergasse 24, A-1030 Vienna

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Vienna Babies Club
Contacts: Kirsty Weston
Tel: 01 / 9423360
Email: info@viennababiesclub.com

Vienna Babies Club (VBC) is a support network comprising women from the international community living in and around Vienna who are pregnant or have small children. They aim to be a community for women from abroad seeking information about pregnancy and parenting in Vienna, as well as social contacts. All functions are conducted in English.

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18th District English Speaking Playgroup
Contact: Amanda Grant
Email: amanda.grant@inode.at

If you have a child aged between 2 and 4 and are looking for a fun way to spend your Monday mornings (9:30 - 11:30), there is an English-speaking playgroup in the 18th district of Vienna (Bischof Faber Platz community hall). The group has been in existence for over 15 years and is run jointly by the parents and guardians who attend. Activities include singing with actions, a craft, a break with refreshments for children and parents, and time for free play. Younger siblings are also welcome.


● HELPLINES

AA Alcoholics Anonymous
Tel: 01/7995599
The Vienna section also has English-speaking groups.


●  RELIGIOUS COMMUNITIES

Christ Church Vienna
The Anglican / Episcopal Church in Vienna
Jauresgasse 17-19
A-1030 Vienna
Chaplain: The Revd. Patrick Curran
Assistant Chaplain: The Revd. Sally Wells
Web: http://www.christchurchvienna.org

The main regular church services are Holy Communion (BCP) at 8 a.m. and Eurcharist (with Sunday School and Creche) at 10 a.m. on Sundays and Holy Communion at 12.30 p.m. on Wednesdays. For further information please visit the Christ Church Vienna website.

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Christ Church Office
Salesianergasse 24
A-1030 Vienna
Tel: 01 / 714 8900
Email: office@Christchurchvienna.org
Web: http://www.christchurchvienna.org

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Christ Church Shop
Salesianergasse 20
A-1030 Vienna
Tel: 01 / 718 4634

A second-hand charity shop which sells and accepts donations of various articles, including books, clothing and household items.

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English-Speaking United Methodist Church in Vienna
Sechshauser Strasse 56
A-1150 Vienna
Tel: 01 / 8958175
Web: http://www.esumc.at

Affiliated with the United Methodist Church and the Evangelisch-methodistische Kirche of Austria. An international congregation with weekly worship services and Bible study in English. Worship at 11.15 each Sunday.

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International Chapel of Vienna
Wagramer Straße 175
A-1220 Wien
Telephone: (01) 251 - 2290
e-mail: ICVoffice@intchapel.org

The International Chapel of Vienna is an English-speaking evangelical church. Service times are Sundays 09:30h.

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Further information on English-speaking religious communities of  various denominations is available on the website of the Vienna International Religious Centre (VIRC) http://www.virc.at


● ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL

ABICS: Association of British International Civil Servants
Contacts: David Hope, Chairman
Tel: 01 / 2808929
Email: david.hope@chello.at
Slavka Sirakova, Association Secretary
Email: s.sirakova@iaea.org

Membership is open to British nationals who are employed by any of the International Organisations in Vienna, spouses also welcome. Serves as a meeting point for British staff members, especially within the VIC. Main activities are a monthly lunch with a speaker and some evening/weekend social events.

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The Oxford and Cambridge Society of Austria
Contact: Michael Milkowits
Email: oxbridge@gmx.at

The society is the official Austrian alumni organisation for the universities Oxford and Cambridge. Our main goal is to provide a platform for social, cultural and scientific events and act as a network across different generations and professional backgrounds. Furthermore, the society aims to act as a link between Austria and the two universities and to foster any type of exchange.

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The Austrian LSE Alumni Association (ALSEAA)
Contact: Richard Lax, President
Email: austrian.lse.alumni@gmail.com

Founded in May 2002 with the aim of reaching out to as many LSE alumni in Austria as possible. ALSEAA organises a series of both informal events to meet and maintain contact, as well as formal events, such as guest speakers from the LSE and other interesting institutions. Besides all LSE alumni, the ALSEAA is also keen to meet potential LSE students and students in general who are interested in studying in the UK.

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Manchester University Alumni in Austria
Contact: Janice Knight
Tel: 01 / 3282244
Email: Janice_knight@at.ibm.com

Members meet socially every two months. Any graduate of Manchester University or UMIST wishing to join or wanting more information, please contact Janice Knight (see above).

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Scottish Universities Society Austria
Contact: Johanna Weberhofer
Email: scottishuniversities@gmail.com

The Scottish Universities Society Austria is an alumni network open to graduates of all Scottish universities. Traditional Scottish events and joint events with other British alumni societies are organised throughout the year, for networking and socialising. If you wish to join, please make contact as listed above; the society looks forward to hearing from you.


● DANCE

Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, Vienna branch
Contact: Felix Hamelbeck
Lerchenfelderstrasse 13/6/59
A-1070 Vienna
Tel: 01 / 5248136
Email: felix.hamelbeck@gmx.at

Teaches the steps and figures of Scottish country dances, with weekly dance groups for beginners and advanced dancers.

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Scottish Country Dancing & Highland / Ladies' Step classes
Contact: Susi Mayr
Bergsteiggasse 7/3/17
A-1170 Vienna
Tel: 0664 3388692
Email: susi@redrose.co.at

Monthly advanced Scottish Country Dancing group and introductory Highland / Ladies' step class.


● MUSIC

The First Leiblach Valley Pipes and Drums
Contact: Elmar King
Grenzstrasse 4
A-6912 Hörbranz
Vorarlberg
Tel: 05573 / 85046
Mobile: 0676 7354832
Email: king.elmar@dudelsackgruppe.com
Web: http://www.dudelsackgruppe.com/

The band was founded in 1991 and consists of local musicians playing traditional Scottish drums and bagpipes in Scottish national dress. The band may be hired for public appearances and special events.

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Vienna Pipes
Contact: Rainer Dobiasch
Ramperstorffergasse 46/6
A-1050 Vienna
Tel: 01 / 5453666
Mobile: 0676 4699600
Email: viennapipes@dobibrennda.at
Web: http://www.viennapipes.com

A pipeband playing traditional and contemporary Scottish bagpipe music. The band can be booked for celebrations (e.g. weddings, ceilidhs, Highland games). Band practice is held on a weekly basis, guests are welcome.

● DRAMA / POETRY

Labyrinth
Association of English-Language Poets in Vienna
Contact: Peter Waugh
Ferdinandstrasse 29/2
A-1020 Vienna
Tel: 01 / 2125335
Email: peter.waugh@uni-ak.ac.at
Web: http://www.labyrinthpoetry.com

Founded in 1993, Labyrinth is a group Vienna-based poets working with the English language in a foreign-language environment. Members meet regularly to read, write, perform and publish their individual and collective work. The group also organises public readings and festivals of English language poetry, and publishes the poetry journal ‘subdream’.

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Vienna Lit
Web: http://www.viennalit.at

Vienna Lit aims to provide a platform for live literature in English. It organises the annual Vienna Lit Festival and runs a monthly book group and other literary events.

● SPORT

Austrian Cricket Association / Österreichischer Cricket Verband
Contact: Michael Bailey, Secretary
Jahngasse 19/8
A-1050 Vienna
Tel: 01 / 9674721, 0699 11665871
Email: sec@austrian-cricket.info
Web: http://www.austrian-cricket.info

The Austrian Cricket Association (ACA) organises cricket in Austria, from competitive leagues throughout the summer to indoor winter cricket. Cricketers of all ages welcome.

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Austrian Croquet Federation
Contact: Leopold Walderdorff, President
Tel: 0664 8170133
Email: office@croquet.at
Web: http://www.croquet.at

The Austrian Croquet Federation is an associate member of the World Croquet Federation and the Federation Europeene de Croquet, with clubs in Vienna, Wolkersdorf and Salzburg.

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Austrian Hockey Association /
Österreichischer Hockeyverband
Contact: Peter Buchta
Hockeystadion
Prater Hauptallee 123A
A-1020 Vienna
Tel: 01 / 7281808
Email: office@hockey.at
Web: http://www.hockey.at

There are approximately 18 hockey clubs in Austria, mainly in the Vienna region, but also in Traun, Wels and Graz. Field hockey is played outdoors from spring to early autumn and indoor hockey is played during the winter season. Many clubs have children's teams as well.

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Heeres-Snooker English Billiards Club (HSEBC), alias the Austrian Army Snooker & Billiards Club
Contact: office@hsebc.at
President: Robert Parik, phone: +43 650 863 2345
president@hsebc.at 
homepage: http://www.hsebc.at 
HSEBC is Vienna’s youngest and largest club dedicated to snooker and English billiards.

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The Austrian Squash Association
Contact: Andy Holland, General Secretary
Tel: 01/ 4815948 or 0699/ 10557162
Email: office@squash.or.at
Web: http://www.squash.or.at
Membership is open to all who enjoy a friendly game of squash, and most of the players and the club organisers speak English.

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Vienna Celtic Rugby Club
Contact: Peter Bambury
Email: peter.bambury@chello.at
http://www.viennacelticrugby.at

Founded in 1978, Vienna Celtic organises weekly training and social events, international tournaments and tours.

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Vindobona Hash House Harriers
Web: http://www.geocities.com/viennahash
Contact: John Russell
Tel: 01 / 2600-22934 (office), 02215/3178 (home)
Email: j.russell@iaea.org
Norman Randall
Tel: 01 / 79798-2725 (office), 01/2905133 (home)
Email: norman.randall@austrocontrol.at

This club is part of a worldwide network of over 2500 Hash House Harrier clubs. It is ‘a social running club, with the emphasis on social rather than running’. Runners of all ages and abilities are welcome to join the weekly runs.