Back to the topic, places to meet people...
I think the pottery line is on the right track, although you might find that that particular hobby is more saturated with the 'older generations'. That's ok if that's your thing I suppose!
Try:

• Yoga/Tai Chi
• Water-colour Painting/Life-drawing (not to meet the models of course!)
• Dancing - contemporary/jazz/salsa/ballroom
• Acting/improvisation classes (very good as you really get to interact and get physical with people)

I do sympathise with Bams on the pub/club thing. Why is it that alcohol seems to figure in most of the whole arena of meeting people? That totally sucks!

I found one more way to meet people, which involves you not drinking, and having people actively wanting to meet you... Learn how to play acoustic guitar and do a gig. So this means you get paid in cash to do something you enjoy and become one of the most interesting people in a social environment. OK, it takes about 6 months to learn how to play, but I'm beginning to find out that it's an absolute winner!

I part of an activity club, which can be cool to meet people esp if its something you haven't done before as it instantly breaks the ice.

I joined a drama group 2 years ago, partly 'cos I love the idea of being involved in such things but also to meet new people. I've made some nice friends, but why is the only single person female?!!! lol