Making friends is hard as an adult

Howdy folks!

So I'm Matt, 40, and been here (Liverpool) a few months, to get myself established. Looking to make friends, go out to eat or hiking or whatever. I work a pretty regular job, have my kids up every other weekend.

I've moved around a lot for work, so it's tough starting over repeatedly. I did join Meetup, but can never seem to make the events of the groups I'm in. Any suggestions or anything?