British Pubs

Improve your Mandarin and English while making new friends! Join [Manhattan Mandarin](ManhattanMandarin.co.uk) at the [Jackalope](https://jackalopelondon.com/) in Marylebone - appropriately situated above a Chinese restaurant, [Liu Xiao Mian](https://www.liu-xiaomian.com/). All levels welcome - these are **very casual** meetups where you're welcome to mingle until finding suitable language partners Pop down for noodles or stay outside in the lovely mews, but whatever you do, come ready to chat, make great new connections, and push your language learning forward 🤗🤗🤗 Feel free to bring anything you think will help facilitate language exchange! (games, flashcards) We often provide ice-breaker question sheets just in case you need some help 🤗🤗🤗 Let us know if you need some help mingling You're welcome to try our HSK Classes in Marylebone: [https://www.manhattanmandarin.co.uk/hskclasses](https://www.manhattanmandarin.co.uk/hskclasses) or our Saturday online HSK classes: [https://www.manhattanmandarin.co.uk/onlineclasses](https://www.manhattanmandarin.co.uk/onlineclasses) For more information please contact Harry@ManhattanMandarin.com, 07767260207) Since 2012, with a fantastic team of over 200 native and non-native Mandarin teachers in the US and UK, [Manhattan Mandarin](ManhattanMandarin.com) knows what makes for fun and engaging communication between English and Chinese speakers!

**7.30 - The Chequers Tavern, 16 Duke Street, SW1Y 6DB** **8.45 - The Red Lion, 23 Crown Passage, SW1Y 6PP** **10.15 - The Clarence, 4 Dover Street, W1S 4LB** This pub crawl takes us to the square-shaped area bordered by Piccadilly to the north, Pall Mall to the south, Regent Street to the east and Green Park to the west, starting at The Chequers Tavern, 16 Duke Street, SW1Y 6DB - https://camra.org.uk/pubs/chequers-tavern-london-128922 . The nearest underground stations are Green Park and Piccadilly Circus. From Green Park take the Piccadilly (South Side) exit, walk past The Ritz and continue along Piccadilly, crossing over Arlington St., and St. James's St., before turning right into Duke St., just before you reach Fortnum & Mason. From Piccadilly Circus take the Piccadilly (South Side) exit, walk past Waterstone's, continue along Piccadilly and turn left into Duke St., just beyond Fortnum & Mason. The Chequers Tavern is on the left, 100 yards or so down Duke Street. The plan is to move on to The Red Lion, 23 Crown Passage, SW1Y 6PP - https://camra.org.uk/pubs/red-lion-london-128924 - at around 8.45 and then The Clarence, 4 Dover Street, W1S 4LB - https://www.nicholsonspubs.co.uk/restaurants/london/theclarencemayfairlondon - at around 10.15. As ever, we may do things differently on the night. Please take a note of my number - 07761-816862 - so that you can phone me if you can't find us **(but no texts or messaging please)**. *Please sign up as soon as possible if (but only if) you fully intend to attend and cancel promptly if your plans change so we don't end up with no-shows when other people are on a waitlist.*

**7.30 - The Chequers Tavern, 16 Duke Street, SW1Y 6DB** **8.45 - The Red Lion, 23 Crown Passage, SW1Y 6PP** **10.15 - The Clarence, 4 Dover Street, W1S 4LB** This pub crawl takes us to the square-shaped area bordered by Piccadilly to the north, Pall Mall to the south, Regent Street to the east and Green Park to the west, starting at The Chequers Tavern, 16 Duke Street, SW1Y 6DB - https://camra.org.uk/pubs/chequers-tavern-london-128922 . The nearest underground stations are Green Park and Piccadilly Circus. From Green Park take the Piccadilly (South Side) exit, walk past The Ritz and continue along Piccadilly, crossing over Arlington St., and St. James's St., before turning right into Duke St., just before you reach Fortnum & Mason. From Piccadilly Circus take the Piccadilly (South Side) exit, walk past Waterstone's, continue along Piccadilly and turn left into Duke St., just beyond Fortnum & Mason. The Chequers Tavern is on the left, 100 yards or so down Duke Street. The plan is to move on to The Red Lion, 23 Crown Passage, SW1Y 6PP - https://camra.org.uk/pubs/red-lion-london-128924 - at around 8.45 and then The Clarence, 4 Dover Street, W1S 4LB - https://www.nicholsonspubs.co.uk/restaurants/london/theclarencemayfairlondon - at around 10.15. As ever, we may do things differently on the night. Please take a note of my number - 07761-816862 - so that you can phone me if you can't find us **(but no texts or messaging please)**. *Please sign up as soon as possible if (but only if) you fully intend to attend and cancel promptly if your plans change so we don't end up with no-shows when other people are on a waitlist.*

Welcome to this incredible meetup at one of London's most historic and charming pubs near Oxford Circus! We are excited to invite you to join us at The Cock Tavern, on Saturday at 3 PM. This Free event, tailored for the over 50s, offers a perfect opportunity to connect and celebrate in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. #### Details at a Glance: * **Date:** On Saturday. * **Time:** 3 PM onwards * **Venue:** The Cock Tavern, 27 Great Portland Street, London W1W 8QE * **Nearest Station:** Oxford Circus #### **Convenient Location:** Located in the very heart of London, The Cock Tavern is just a short walk from Oxford Circus station. Its prime location makes it easily accessible, whether you're coming from home, a day out in the city, or a relaxing afternoon. **Engaging for the Over 50s:** This meetup is designed to be inclusive and welcoming for *members of our group*, particularly those over 50. Whether you're looking to make new friends, share stories, or simply enjoy the company of others in your age group, this event promises a comfortable and engaging environment. Although it may start quietly, it can become very busy as the afternoon progresses **Exciting Opportunity for Fun and Connection:** Join us for a delightful afternoon of meeting new people and engaging in fun conversations. Whether you’re a long-time member or new to our events, you’ll find a warm, welcoming atmosphere perfect for making connections and enjoying great company. We can't wait to see you there! **[Prime Time Group](https://www.primetimebase.com) \| [FAQ](https://www.primetimebase.com/bulletin/category/faq/)**

**Learn the accent spoken by British newsreaders, presenters, journalists, and the top British actors in Hollywood.** ***This workshop will be held in the Walker Meeting Room at Chelsea Library (Chelsea Town Hall).*** PAYMENT REQUIRED VIA EVENTBRITE LINK: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-british-accent-pronunciation-workshop-introducing-the-basics-tickets-1983209835003?aff=meetup Do people often fail to understand you, even though your grammar is correct? Do you wish to speak English with a more native-like accent that is easy for people to understand? Perhaps you can write grammatically correct sentences, but when it comes to conversation you have difficulty communicating due to poor pronunciation and intonation? Whether you are a business person involved in high-stakes negotiations or a student giving presentations, communicating clearly and effectively is essential. This workshop aims to give you the necessary tools and knowledge to help you improve your English pronunciation and listening skills. You'll be introduced to the phonemes of English, the International Phonetic Alphabet, and the vowel sound chart. We will compare and practice the pronunciation of vowels, consonants, and basic sentence structures. The teaching methods used take into consideration your linguistic background. The way we use our articulators (mouth, tongue, lips, and facial muscles), and how we aspirate sounds tend to vary from one language to another. Developing this awareness is a fundamental step to adopting more native-like English pronunciation. This workshop will also explore accelerated learning techniques to help you develop the necessary tools and thinking patterns to achieve native-like pronunciation. This workshop is mainly aimed at non-native English speakers and ESL (English Second Language) students. Whether you are a student or a working adult, everyone is welcome to attend, from beginners to advanced. This pronunciation class focuses on RP, which stands for "Received Pronunciation." After the workshop, participants will be welcome to join us for a drink at a nearby coffee shop. This event is being hosted by Anton, an expert in British English pronunciation. [https://www.instagram.com/pronunciationworkout](https://www.instagram.com/pronunciationworkout) Payment in advance required via the following link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-british-accent-pronunciation-workshop-introducing-the-basics-tickets-1983209835003?aff=meetup

Join us for a day filled with laughter and great conversations with friends at The REAL Over 40s meetup group. Unwind with a drink in hand as we enjoy a pit-stop before the next week ahead. This social gathering is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share stories, and create lasting memories. We meet at table 45. See you there 👍 P.S There are always atleast 15 to 20 people show up regardless of rsvp numbers.

Please note - make sure you book a space if you are coming to the event as we have a certain amount of tickets available. Have you ever been to a public speaking class where they expect to go up and speak for 2 minutes with no prior experience ? I think this is too hard for many people and just overwhelms the nervous system. This workshop is designed for people who want a gradual and easier approach.

We start in pairs and work our way up to smaller groups and slowly desensitise to being seen by a larger audience.The Speeches are are also short, from 10 seconds to 1 minute. You are under no pressure to do anything, all exercises are voluntary, no one will ever be put on the spot. I want people to view this class in the same light as a weight lifting class, if there was a weight to heavy for you , you would just say "I can't lift that yet" and there would be no shame nor embarrassment around it, so If something is abit to outside of your comfort zone, just sit it out and don't feel that you have to be embarrassed or have to explain yourself. We'll be in studio 12, at the theatre deli which is 107 Leadenhall street, it can be a bit confusing as is look a bit life and office building but it's actually studio and rehearsal spaces. I hope to see you there, if youre still worried feel free to send me a message and hopefully I can put your mind at ease 
Take care 
James. 
Gentle speaking

“Openness may not completely disarm prejudice, but it’s a good place to start.” - *Jason Collins* “…fascinating and super informative, as well as seriously important” - [*Review by Xena Frailing at VoiceMag*](https://www.voicemag.uk/review/16159/queer-britain-bfi-review) Join us on **Sunday 8th March** at **Queer Britain**, the U.K.’s first and only dedicated LGBTQIA+ museum, in Granary Square near Kings Cross. “Journey through queer culture and heritage in our galleries at Queer Britain. Our gallery redevelopment features a takeover from BFI Flare, with early promotion and annual posters celebrating the landmark film festival's 40-year history. The main gallery presents six new themed displays that tell the stories of the Black Lesbian and Gay Centre, AIDS Quilt 23, Justin Fashanu, Women's Liberation Music, Club Kali, and Dora Carrington and Lytton Strachey. In our temporary exhibition space, modern print culture is explored through Queer Britain's own collections in Queer Print.” Read more here: [Queer Britain Website](https://queerbritain.org.uk) **Due to the small footprint of the museum, we’ll be limiting this event to 15 people maximum.** **MEET DETAILS** - Sunday 8th March **From 2:15PM: MEET IN GEOFFREY’S CAFE (optional)** Address: 7 Beaconsfield St, London N1C 4EW **3PM: ENTER QUEER BRITAIN** Address: 2 Granary Square, London N1C 4BH **4PM till late: PUB SOCIAL (optional)** We'll head to a nearby pub for a social chit chat over drinks. Address: Betjeman Arms, St Pancras, Euston Rd., London N1C 4QL **TICKETS** **Please book your ticket for Sunday 8th March [here](https://www.outsavvy.com/event/31711/queer-britain-museum#anchor)**. * General Admission: £10 * Pay What You Can: Minimum £1 If you’ve bought a ticket but can no longer attend, please see the ticket disclaimer at the bottom of this event description. **GETTING THERE** [Click here to see the museum’s visit us website page](https://queerbritain.org.uk/visit) **EVENT WHATSAPP GROUP:** Please join the event WhatsApp group to help you find the group on the day. Link will be posted in the Event Comments 48 hours before the event, for those on the confirmed going list. *NB* *Joining this WhatsApp group will make your phone number visible to other members in the group.* **PLEASE READ:** LoMAZ events are run by volunteers. This event has an attendee limit as we prefer a smaller, friendlier group. If you RSVP but can no longer attend, please change your RSVP as soon as possible, **otherwise you will be marked as a 'no show'.** We remove members from the group who: * repeatedly sign up for events then 'no show' * repeatedly change their RSVP to 'No' * are on the event waitlist or have not RSVPd but turn up anyway. Please see the [About Us section](https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-for-30s-40s/) for more information about the group and how it works. Thank you for your interest in the group & being part of LoMAZ.
 Image credit: "Queer Britain Window Display" by PinkEM is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. To view a copy of this licence, click [here](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/?ref=openverse). **TICKET DISCLAIMER** If you can’t attend for any reason, please change your RSVP to “Not Going”. Regarding your unused ticket, you can either: 1. Ask for a refund from the museum; 2. Ask the museum if the date can be changed so you can attend on a different date that suits you; 3. Sell the ticket on yourself. Please do NOT advertise your ticket on any LoMAZ WhatsApp group; 4. Donate the ticket to us and we will see if someone wants it. Please do NOT advertise that you wish to donate your ticket on any LoMAZ WhatsApp group. Please message Camilla privately on Meetup if you would like to donate your spare ticket. Please note: - as LoMAZ is a volunteer group, we do NOT pay for unused tickets; - if you sell your ticket to someone in LoMAZ, that DOES NOT give them a place at this event. There are attendee limits on LoMAZ events to help our volunteer hosts manage and plan.

Join us for social bridge without the formality of a tournament. All abilities welcome. Advice on bidding and play is available to those who are still learning the basics. We are privileged to be hosted by Asia and her team at the Cool Carrot, whose curries, cakes, beers and wines I can vouch for! There is a £1 fee to cover Meetup fees (or £5 per year) and there is no table fee provided you spend at least £10 in the café (otherwise £5).

Lets grub a drink & come and practice speaking English with our English speaking volunteers. You will learn more about British culture at the same time. This week at International Cafe, we invite everyone to meet up for drinks at the local PUB and engaging conversations. It is open to everyone who likes to make new friends and practice English. So mark your calendars: 🕕 Time: **Sunday at 2.30 PM** 📍 Address: ECIR OEA, meet up on the steps of Inspire at St James Church Questions? Text Organiser 07708228436

**It’s that time again! With March now here, we're hugely excited to be hosting our latest Social Pub Quiz, exclusively for 20s and 30s.** Yep that's right, every month we host latest our very special creative and quirky pub quiz in Central London, just for our community. And as always, our crack team of quizmasters have concocted a range of entertaining and social quiz rounds, each designed to challenge your wit and intelligence with a range of fun and fascinating questions. And we'll also be throwing in some fun team games designed to test your speed, creativity and teamwork - with previous quizzes featuring everything from crafty challenges, poetry duels to Marmalade Sandwich time trials! Best of all, we have some amazing prizes up for grabs and so don't miss out on what promises to be a memorable afternoon of quizzing, socialising, and friendly competition. Unfortunately as the pub can only fit a limited number of us in for the quiz and so as always, places will be offered on a first come, first serve basis. **\- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \-** **WHERE/WHEN** Venue Address: The Star By Liverpool Street, 94 Middlesex St, London E1 7EZ ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/hcx4jN9BnqDry2Ws5](https://maps.app.goo.gl/hcx4jN9BnqDry2Ws5)) Nearest Tube Stations: Liverpool Street (5 mins walk) and Aldgate (10 mins). Start Time - 4:30pm Finish time: 7:30pm - 8:30pm (Approx) **\- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \-** **JOIN THE COMMUNITY** Set up in November 2021, the project was set up to help 20s and 30s in London meet, connect and hopefully build life-long friendships. To help make this happen, we also host all kinds of events from free social walks, games evenings, day trips, social events, activity nights to picnics. To learn more about our community or to follow us on social media, please follow one of the links below. **Website - [https://friendship-project.co.uk](https://friendship-project.co.uk/)** **Instagram - [https://www.instagram.com/great.friendship](https://www.instagram.com/great.friendship)**

**Celebrate Saturday night in style at Solaya London — the brand-new 24th-floor sky bar at the chic art’otel Hoxton, just minutes from Old Street Station.** With *incredible panoramic views across London*, sleek interiors and an elevated, city atmosphere. **Tickets Available here:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983262502533?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983262502533?aff=oddtdtcreator) **The Experience:** Arrive from **8:00 PM** and enjoy a **complimentary welcome drink between 8:00–9:00 PM** as you step into our semi-private spaces reserved exclusively for our guests. The early part of the evening is all about warm introductions in a relaxed, stylish environment, with our hosts on hand to guide conversations and help you settle in. We’re bringing together **100 chic London single professionals**, expect sparkling energy, great conversations and the perfect chance to meet new people before the holidays. As the night unfolds, the mood shifts from mellow mingling to festive celebration. From **10:00 PM**, our **DJ** brings the room to life with uplifting beats and late-night rhythms, inviting you to dance, sip cocktails and soak up those breathtaking skyline views. **Dress Code:** ✨ **Chic and ready for the city lights.** **Event Schedule:** 🕗 **8:00 PM – Arrival & Check-In** 🥂 **8:00–9:00 PM – Complimentary Welcome Drink** 💬 **8:00–10:00 PM – Hosted Introductions & Socialising** 🎶 **10:00 PM – DJ, Dancing & Late-Night Vibes** Join us for a glamorous Saturday at London’s newest sky bar **Tickets Available here:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983262502533?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983262502533?aff=oddtdtcreator)

We’re heading back to Scene75 on Friday, March 27 for a high-energy night of laser tag, mini golf, go-karts, arcade games, and whatever chaos we decide to get into. We’ve done this one before and it was a blast — great turnout, tons of laughs, and just the right mix of competition and hanging out. If you missed it last time, this is your shot. 🎯 What to Expect: Laser tag battles Mini golf challenges Go-karts (for those who need speed) Arcade games & game cards You can load however much you’d like onto a game card. Most people will probably be good with $15–$30, but it’s totally up to you. This is a super casual event — show up, jump into whatever looks fun, rotate groups, and hang out. No pressure, no complicated structure. Just a solid Friday night with good people. Also… I haven’t hosted in a bit and I’m making a push to be more active again. If you’ve got ideas for future events you’d love to do, bring them. I’m all ears. Let’s run it back. 🔥

**This is the biggest party in town!** ***Come help us enjoy the luckiest day of the year!*** The Irish Pub and outside overflow tent have Irish Beer, Whiskey and Food. Inside the giant tent the best local Irish bands perform while Irish dancers parade by and the Columbus fife and drum invade each late afternoon. **COVER CHARGE: $20.00** **4pm** - [Drowsy Lads](http://www.thedrowsylads.com/) Named as “The Best Irish-American Band” the 20 year performing veterans have galvanized their place amongst Irish and folk music’s must see acts. You’ll have a blast… and the band will be arm in arm beside you! **7pm** \- Ladies of Langford Since 1995, [Byrne’s Pub](https://byrnespub.com/) has served as a Grandview hub for all things Irish. In fact, co-owner Pat Byrne even operates a line of craft Irish whiskey, known as Bua. The Grandview Spot is also a huge patron of both Celtic music and bluegrass, as live musical guests from both genres perform at Byrne’s on the regular.

Let's meet at one of our fav clubs for drinks and socializing before the band plays at 9:00pm! SWAGG plays danceable pop and R&B favorites. *No cover*. *No food service* but you can order in or bring takeout. (I'll have a basket of snacks, too) **Parking** in lots surrounding the big red barn (property community center off Hayden Run). **Newbies**: If you want to invite a tagalong guest, add a plus one.

***Okay, call me crazy but you have got to try their chip n dip!*** Club 85 is a true hidden gem in German Village! Seriously, old school, good comfort food and drink. We will try to gather in spaces near the windows. While we'll share Chip n Dip, you'll want to order a sandwich, too. **Where the Chip Began (1817)** Potato chips can be traced back to an English chef, William Kitchiner, who includes ‘crisps’ in his bestselling cookbook, “The Cook’s Oracle.” **Chip and Dip Popularity** The popularity of chip and dip skyrockets at the end of World War II with new entertainment fads and the introduction of Lipton’s new advertising campaign for their famous French Onion Dip. (Club 185 doesn't openly admit it, but I'm pretty sure that's their dip recipe!) **[Club 185](http://club185.com/)**—a true neighborhood bar serving since 1954, when it was known as a local 'speak-easy'. Located in German Village, Club 185 features a menu of quality casual comfort food and full bar. From politicians to lawyers, hardhats to hipsters—all find Club 185 the perfect place to tame their hunger and quench their thirst! **PARKING**: I know, brick street parallel parking can be a pain. Two other choices, metered parking along Livingston heading towards Children's Hospital or across the street in the large church lot (park in spaces farthest away from the church entrance doors, closer to the street). **PRE-EVENT**: **HAPPY HOUR (3-5pm)**: Italian drinks and bites at [Cento's happy hour](https://centogermanvillage.com/menus/), nearby.