l used to play for a Sunday pool league at my local pub. Since moving house 3 yrs ago l have not had much opportunity to play & my new local is not very good.

l am not as good a player as l used to be, and l find that nerves get the better of me.
How can l learn to settle nerves early on.

Any ideas where l could maybe find a practice partner of a suitable standard for Sunday lunch, or something like that.

l think Snooker is a better game, I'd like to learn that, same question, where can l find people at my level to practice with. l can not over commit with work etc.

mate you need to practice at home to improve your skills, the idea of buying a table for practicing comes from the fact that you can not control your nerves and you can not trust yourself so buying a table at home give you a big opportunity to challenge yourself and improve your skills.
l had same issue and l fixed it, so buy a good table and start practicing.

trust me.

keep practising

As a touring pro & instructor this is what l have to tell you. Do not seek out lesser skilled player look for better players. As far as ur nerves r concerned, slow down. Breath & totally focus on what ur doing. Do not worry about what went on at work today or how the last burger u ate mad u sick. Think pool! l also do not think its ur nerves, l think its ur confidence. Have confidence in yourself & try to get quality practice by yourself. Buy some instructional video is or books. Phill Capelle is my recommendation to you. Just click the link. Good luck!