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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Spitalfields - impoverishment, immigration and industry
Costa Coffee, Liverpool Street Station, Opposite platforms 1 & 2, Liverpool Street Station, Lower Concourse, London, EC2M 7QH, London, GBSpitalfields - impoverishment, immigration and industry
This social walk, led by volunteer Robert Hall, is presented by Central London Humanists for everybody who desires a fulfilling, worthwhile and evidence-based path in life. Humanists believe we have just one life to be lived rationally and well, with compassion for others.
This event is a guided walk of +/- 2 hours pointing out places of interest. We will be walking 3.3 Km / 1.75 miles.
Impoverishment, immigration and industry yet intensely interesting sums up the area east of Liverpool Street. Who came there, what did they do and how did they fare? 2,000 years of history in one walk! We start with 2025 and finish at the start of the common era. And on a lighter note – if you turn up with a hangover you’ll find out the derivation of the word!!!
Date: Saturday 17th October 2026
Time: 2 pm with a prompt departure at 2.15 pm
Place: Meet at Liverpool Street mainline station opposite platform 1 near Costa Coffee. Liverpool Street station is served by 4 underground lines (plus easy access from Moorgate Station) and various buses..
It is strongly suggested you find us using: https://what3words.com/finds.comet.fired - or the What3Words app.The nearest toilets are at the station.
Finishes: About 4.00 pm at The Woodins Shades, 212 Bishopsgate EC2M 4PT. You are welcome to join us for refreshment and food.
The walk and refreshment stop at the end have been planned to be wheelchair-friendly/accessible.
The walk is led by Robert – 07981963681. He can be contacted for further information but please note he won’t
be able to respond to messages or calls after the walk has started.The formal bit:
These walks are not suitable for dogs, sorry.
CLH events are 18+ unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
If you have signed up but find you can't attend, please change your RSVP on Meetup (it’s very easy to do) as soon as possible so that an accurate numbers of attenders can be estimated.
You are responsible for your own actions and safety; there is no liability on the walk leader or CLH for anything that may happen on the walk.
You must be able to keep up with the walk leader at 4 Km/h (2.5 mph) for 5 Km (3 miles). It is participants' responsibility to safely cross roads.
Where appropriate, pedestrian controlled lights will be used and obeyed unless it is obvious that the whole group can cross safely.
When the group stops at a point of interest, please be mindful not to block pavements so members of the public can pass by safely.
Don’t forget this is the UK and it may rain at any time! The walk will go ahead whatever the weather unless conditions are dangerous so please bring clothing for all seasons.
A donation of £3 to Central London Humanists would be appreciated.
The majority of Central London Humanists events are free, but we welcome a £3 contribution per head. This helps towards the running and organising of events, as well as various admin expenses. If you can't attend and would still like to contribute, or would prefer to pay online, please click here.
Anyone who is interested in Humanism and Central London Humanists may wish to consider becoming a member:
- If you wish to register as a full member of CLH (no membership fee) please register on our website: https://centrallondonhumanists.org.uk/signup
- If you wish to join Humanists UK and support its work to promote humanism in British life, please go to: Humanists UK – Think for yourself, act for everyone
We encourage dialogue, debate, and sharing of information, but ask people to keep their comments cordial. Any individual's views expressed (most definitely including the walk leader!) do not necessarily reflect the views of the group at large. For your information, this link provides the CLH Code of Conduct Policy. We want an enjoyable, positive experience for everyone.
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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.
Please note that this is an external event and you will have to rsvp on the original event listed below
See original South West London post: https://www.meetup.com/south-west-london-humanists-group-uk/events/hpgpttyjcnbbc
"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
External Event: East London Humanists 'One Life' Course
Location not specified yetOur friends at East London Humanists are running a One Life Course! Why not join them :D
Please note that this is an external event and you will have to rsvp on the original event listed below
See original East London post: https://www.meetup.com/east-london-humanists/events/316594084
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Popular introduction to Humanist perspectives and history, exploring life’s big questions through a non-religious lens.
Presented by East London Humanists in collaboration with other London Humanist groups.
Six consecutive Wednesdays starting 21 October 2026 (concluding 25 Nov). 19.00-21.00 including breaks. Time to socialise beforehand, and optional visit afterwards to local pub.
Experienced team; interactive presentations; whole and small group discussions with facilitators.
Pre-registration essential. Please do not attend unless you have received confirmation that your application has been accepted.Full details, including how to apply, HERE.
Full course: £30; £5 low income.
Venue: A welcoming and comfortable space just off Wanstead High Street, a couple of minutes walk from Snaresbrook Station, Central Line."
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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
Sunday 25 October 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.7 attendees
Past events
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