Shut Up & Write!® - Waterloo, Friday evenings

Join us for a weekly session of friendly and focussed writing time.

You will find us in The Victory, from 6pm (every Friday except Boxing Day) -
at Waterloo Station, balcony level (far North end, above main entrance).

There will be a sign at our table.
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• We shut up for 1 hour of scheduled writing 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.

If you're looking to further your writing interests; 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 are 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

The venue has step free access, via elevator and escalator, from main station concourse.

Toilets are at far rear.
Including private accessible toilet.

FOOD

The pub is also a restaurant. Food served all evening / including vegan options.

You're welcome to eat whilst writing.

WI-FI

There is working Wi-Fi, if you need it - just sign in with your email.

DOG-FRIENDLY

Dogs are also welcome.
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If you have additional queries about access, or other requirements, just message us via Meetup or contact The Victory 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

Please also note our Code of Conduct: www.shutupwrite.com/code-of-conduct
...and be aware this is an informal event open to adults of all ages and backgrounds.

We expect everyone who attends will treat each other with appropriate respect and awareness, and feel able to interact comfortably.

Any concerns don't hesitate to raise them with us.

For a full view of events, visit https://shutupwrite.com.