Shut Up & Write!® London

Join us for a weekly session of friendly and focused writing time. From 6pm every Friday:
We'll be at the Auberge pub, across road from Waterloo. See full location info for how to find us. There'll be a sign at our table.
*(Please see full access info, further down.)
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• We shut up for 1 hour of scheduled focus time - 6.30 to 7.30. ...Then time to chat or carry on at your preference.

This is for writing of any description or experience level. Somewhere to get on with your own work, and connect with new people.
Most importantly to not feel isolated in your pursuits, however big or small.

i.e. If you're looking to further your writing interests; and for a comfortable social space; ...or just need somewhere to sit and focus before you go home on a Friday - you're welcome to stop by.

Please RSVP to give us an idea of who is coming / how many.
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6:00pm - 6:30pm

• Find our table and grab a seat. Plus any food or drink.
• We'll take 5-10 minutes to say who we all are, and welcome anyone new.
• (No need to say what you're working on, but feel welcome to).

6.30pm - 7.30pm

• No talking. One hour.
• You can leave the table at any point.
• Anyone arriving late feel free to find a seat, we'll give you a silent wave. You won't get glared at!

7.30pm
Once 'Shut Up' time is over:

• You are welcome to head off straight away, no pressure to stick around.
• You are welcome to stay to chat with other members, as late as you wish.
• Or you're welcome to just keep writing - if you're in the zone, no need to stop just because others have.

The time is for you, to get the most benefit.
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FACILITIES / ACCESS

Mobility access is limited:
There is a step to enter pub, from pavement (one entrance only) - Venue will provide ramp for step-free entry.

Toilets are on ground floor. *However there is no accessible or private toilet space. Apologies.
(The closest are in the main station concourse, nearby.)

Do contact if you would like clearer info before attending.

FOOD

There is food served all evening / including vegan options.
You're welcome to eat whilst writing.

WI-FI

There should be working Wi-Fi, if you need it!
'Auberge Secure' PW: waterloo

DOG-FRIENDLY

Dogs also welcome.
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If you have additional queries re. access or other requirements, do message us via Meetup or contact the Auberge directly.
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A note about the format

We don’t host readings and feedback. (But we can signpost to events that do).

Whether you're writing for a professional goal, academic project, private thoughts and wellbeing, or purely casual enjoyment, (or still deciding!) - don't worry we won't be asking each other to share details.

You can just arrive, make yourself comfortable with anything you need, and get on with whatever you decide.

No-one will be reading your work or judging if you've met targets. We don't set group goals and deadlines: we're just here to help each other with our own - where needed.

Or to switch off and talk about something else completely, if you need that instead!

This is a social event and aimed at bringing new people together. Not just a co-working space.

Respect

WELCOME!
We’re a supportive community, and I’m here to organise this Meetup space. I’m looking foreword to seeing it grow and become a regular place for people to get-together. I also invite likemindeded people with shared interests from society. I hope this develops into a fully fledged, shared, literacy lounging experience.

INTRODUCTION
Join us for some focused coworking writing or reading time. All experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing and reading done and meeting other literacy enthusiasts in the area.

EARLY ARRIVALS around 6:30pm
When you show up, the group will be located in the large room next to the fireplace. Take a seat and settle in and spend some time to chat with your fellow writers before the start of the session if you like.

START OF SESSION around 6:45pm
I’ll set timers for our no-talking and focused writing sessions (write, break, write, end).

END OF SESSION around 8:30pm
Afterward, there’s time to hang out, and many people stay for over an hour. Perhaps to chat and get to know each other. Everyone tends to talk about their successes and challenges as writers/readers or similar interesting topics. If we don’t have time to stick around, no worries! We’re here every week anyway!!

FORMAT
A note about the format: We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers andd readers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft.

VENUE
Sandwiched lovingly between Crouch Hill and Stroud Green, the Stapleton Tavern is a warm, welcoming, quirky pub fit for a vibrant community. home to a truly bizarre collection of ornaments, they serve a wide variety of tasty food and drink from all over the world.

LOCATION & TRAVEL
Located in the junction of Stroud Green Road and Stapleton hall, 10 minutes walk from the Finsbury Park Underground station and 2 minutes from Crouch Hill station on the Suffragette line.