Shut Up & Write!® Waterloo, Friday evenings - Auberge pub

Join us for a weekly session of friendly and focussed 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 also see 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.

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 (one entrance only) - Venue will provide ramp at request, 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 enquire if you would like more information 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!

DOG-FRIENDLY

Dogs also welcome.
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If you have additional queries about access, or other requirements, just 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

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.