About us
Welcome to Central London Humanists!
CLH provides a meeting place for humanists, the secular, and other non-religious people, particularly those who live or work in the central London area of the UK.
Every month we hold a talk/lecture and several social events. Our social activities include group socials, a book group, picnics, walks, museum & cultural visits and theatre trips.
If you're not religious, or doubting your faith or belief and like open-minded communities, and would like to meet like minded people, come along and join us!
As we don't have a membership fee, a donation of £3 is suggested at each meeting. This goes towards our running costs, partnership fees and charitable donations. If it's your first time, we don't expect a donation.
We are a partner group of Humanists UK.
We are an Associate Member of Humanists International.
We're also on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Some of our previous talks are available on YouTube.
Anyone who joins us on Meetup can participate fully in events. They can suggest events, participate in organising events and much more.
As we are such a large group, each year we hold an AGM and elect a committee to help manage the group. To be a voting member of Central London Humanists, or to be a member of the committee, you must be a paid up member of Humanists UK (to join go here).
Upcoming events
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External Event: East London Humanists at Wanstead Festival
Christchurch Green, High Street Wanstead E11 2RQ, Ilford, GBOur friends at East London Humanists are holding a stall at the Wanstead Festival. Why not attend the festival and go and have a chat with them.
See original East London post: https://www.meetup.com/east-london-humanists/events/315856537/?eventOrigin=group_events_listJoin us and thousands of others at this fantastic popular annual FREE community event featuring over 100 stalls, food, drink and live music.
Christchurch Green is a beautiful East London oasis adjacent to the independent shops, restaurants, bars and pubs of Wanstead High Street.
Please drop by for a chat at our friendly, fun, interactive stall.
Any help with our stall will also be much appreciated!
Christchurch Green, E11 2RH, is a five minute walk from either Wanstead or Snaresbrook Tube Station on the Central Line. It is served by numerous buses, including: 145;66;308;101;W12.Christchurch Green
High Street Wanstead E11 2RQ · Ilfordhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/Zsh3vQC985VkWSab9
There will be over 100 stalls at the Festival. A steward or the information tent should be able to point you towards our stall. We will also have a prominent banner on display!1 attendee
External Event: SW London Humanists "What can Humanists learn from Buddhism?"
The Richmond Library Annexe, Richmond Library Annexe, Quadrant Road, Richmond TW9 1DH, London, GBOur friends at South West London Humanists are having an interesting session about Buddhism. Why not attend and have a chat with them.
See original South West London post: https://www.meetup.com/south-west-london-humanists-group-uk/events/315145317
"For our main meeting in September we will be visited by a Buddhist monk, Ven.Bhikkhu Buddhadasa.
Despite his religious name, Ven.Bhikkhu Buddhadasa is a (down-to-earth) Brit.
Theravada Buddhism is the oldest school of this atheistic religion/philosophy, which has been around for about 2500 years. Our session is an opportunity to explore what humanists might learn from this ancient and sophisticated tradition. He teaches meditation, so we hope there will be an opportunity during the evening to experience a short taster.
Doors open 7.30pm for 8pm start at Richmond Library Annexe, Quadrant Road, Richmond TW9 1DH. There's a £5 entry fee to help cover the cost of the room (concessions available). Or join via Zoom: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82097538417?pwd=WmhPZ1dDTzlKNkNXN2I4dmRoUFpjQT09](https://us.list-manage.com/AAwp_FEityT?e=43fa228cc1&c2id=f84057e8281c3089df31c8d7087aca5c)"2 attendees
External Event: SW London Humanists Book Club
The cabbage patch, 67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ, GBOur friends at South West London Humanists also have a book club. Why not attend and have a chat with them.
See original South West London post: https://www.meetup.com/south-west-london-humanists-group-uk/events/316279301
"The SWLH Book Group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 11.00am, usually in person in Twickenham. If you would like to be on our mailing list for details please email carolyn@swlhumanists.org.uk
Everyone reads the selected book before the meeting and then has an informal discussion about it."1 attendee
CLH Weekend Pub Social 🍻 🥘
Queens Head & Artichoke, 30-32 Albany St, London, GBJoin us for a relaxed social atmosphere, great conversations with like-minded people, drinks & food and much more!🥂 🥘🤝
Whether you are joining us at Central London Humanists for first time, or a regular member, our monthly weekend socials are a great opportunity to have a relaxed and fun time at the end of the week, in the company of like-minded and friendly people, who are here to socialise and mingle, expand their networks and horizons, and have thoughtful and insightful conversations.
Date & Time
Saturday 19th September 2026
Time: 1pm - 4pmVenue
Queens Head & Artichoke pubA cosy pub offering a great variety of options for food and drinks, close to Great Portland Street & Regent’s Park Stations.
Look for CLH signs on the tables when you arrive.What we talk about:
The conversations are different every time – from current events to humanism and secularism, with plenty of good laughs in between!
If there’s something specific that you’d like to talk about, we’d love to hear about it.We kindly request a contribution of £3 for our events to help cover various admin costs - but first-timers are welcome to give us a free trial. If you prefer you can also pay online by clicking here.
Views and conduct at CLH events
We encourage dialogue, debate, and sharing of information at our events but ask people to keep their interactions cordial. Any views expressed are those of the individual sharing them and may not reflect those of CLH.Please note that we do not tolerate aggressive, prejudiced, bigoted, discriminating, disruptive, belittling, or otherwise abusive behaviour at our events. (See link to code of conduct below.)
We look forward to welcoming you!
Resources and FAQs
…for members, supporters, and participants in CLH activities
See here for our knowledge base packed with important, useful information about the group, the organisers, and what we offer the community. See here for our code of conduct and complaints policy.
Our events are 18+ unless accompanied by a parent or guardian**.******8 attendees
Past events
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