Arts and Wine Group has been created to learn about two subjects which go together perfectly: Arts and Wine  A&W Group has devised a series of arts- and wine-inspired lectures that will include:  Fine art and wine Opera and wine Literature and wine Architecture and wine It is your chance to learn more about the arts and wine and to meet like-minded people in a relaxed and informal – yet stylish – atmosphere. Joie de vivre at its finest! The events are oganised by Jane-Angela Arte - designer, a …

This is a book club that specialises in anything LGBTQ. Open to anyone (regardless of gender / sexuality / orientation / etc) with an interest in queer literature - from the trashy to the highbrow. The aim of the group is to celebrate queer culture and history, read some queer fiction, have a few drinks and meet new open-minded friends. Each meeting we decide on the book for next month, so FEEL FREE TO COME ALONG EVEN IF YOU HAVEN'T READ THE BOOK. Book suggestions are always welcome :) **Out …

… in the knowledge that the story is going to be presented and digested in chunks that our short-term memories can pleasurably and comfortably hold. c) MORE "ALIVE" AND MINDFUL DISCUSSION: Good literature is often especially porous and responds differently to the circumstantial set-up of each reading. There’s something very exciting and galvanizing we find, about discussing a story that has just finished chiming in your ears, as opposed to one you read last week on the 114 bus, massively distracte …

  2012 is the bicentenary of Dickens' birth and there will be a lot going on to celebrate in London. What better time to start this group The group meetings will be regular book group style occasions and visits to Dickens related places ands events. The Dickens Museum is a possibility. Also, The Museum of London will be having a major exhibition starting in December and the BFI will be doing a retrospective of Dickens' films. Rochester and Broadstairs are other possible meeetup venues. The group …

I created this group for all Jane Austen enthusiasts, who are interested in attending events related to this author happening in and around London with like-minded people. We shall also discuss her novels through informal meetings. Everybody is welcome, whether you are a dedicated Janeite, or are just curious to discover more about her life and novels! There will be various meetups more loosely based on Jane Austen, the Regency era, British Art of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, dependi …

… If you are still interested, read on: - the aim is to gather each week with like-minded girls, who are interested in literature-talks, holistic knowledge, spirituality, well-being and so on. Everyone is welcome who thinks or would like to be confirmed in the knowledge that being a woman is THE best thing that could have happened to us. Unleash the power of Shakti and your inner Goddess with us!

A group dedicated to playing 'A Game of Thrones' Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games.

A monthly bookclub for people in the Redhill & Reigate area. The plan is to meet on the third Tuesday of the month, at the Garland pub in Redhill. I'll be asking for a small £2 donation per meeting just to contribute towards the Meetup admin fees.

This group is a happy marriage of good food, wine and books. We'll hold unique events in London which are exclusive to the group. Coming up we have wine experiences, exclusive cookery classes with top London chefs, private book readings and debates, private classes at Brindisa ham school, book lunches (the latest book club trend) and much much more. The concept is simple, to incorporate the love for the latest foodie trend, the hottest novel and great plonk.

… We publish literature, we hold meetings and debates throughout the country, we write to the press and state our case wherever possible on the media. We run weekend educational conferences, we produce films and pamphlets, we hand out leaflets, we contest elections, and we discuss our ideas with people at every opportunity.   Meetup Here you will find details of our meetings, debates, schools, conferences and other activities that involve people who want to work for a solution to capitalism's inev …

This is a London-based book club for everyone that wants to meet monthly to discuss a 'short' book over a drink. Whether it's because you're too busy or too lazy (like me) to read a novel, appreciate shorter books, or want to supplement your current book club, everyone is welcome. The aim is to meet once a month at a pub on a weekday evening to discuss the month's book whilst meeting new people and having a laugh in the process.   If you're on Facebook, why not join our group: http://www.faceboo …

Ever wanted to take centre stage? Always dreamed of being an actress or actor? Do you enjoy plays? Who did or didn't you play in your school theatre production? If you missed out then, now here's your chance as a member of The Cast! The curtains have gone up. The spotlight is on you! Enjoy plays? Enjoy acting? Enjoy reading out loud? Like being the centre of attention? Want to make new friends? Want to have fun? If this sounds like you join us every two months where we will be reading some of th …

Hi and welcome to Fulham's Book Club! My name is Maja, I just recently moved to Fulham and really like it... so do I like reading. I personally would like to meet interesting people to talk with, about interesting books, but also to make new friends in Fulham. For the beginning I think we're just meeting for some drinks and deciding on a book to read, and then let's take it from there :) Any questions/suggestions/ideas very welcome!   Looking forward to some nice meetups.   Warm regards, Maja

Chalke Authors is a freelance consultancy and publicity agency for authors. Check this group page out for information on upcoming events for which we can provide discounted and occasionaly complimentary tickets for both readers and authors alike.   Below is a list of current authors we are looking after:  Michael Arnold, Patrick Bishop, James Burge,Tim Butcher,  Jimmy Burns, Tom Carver, Jessie Childs, William Dalrymple,Saul David, Carol Dyhouse,Leonie Frieda,Sarah Gristwood, Stephen Grey,Alice …

… We go to literary events around London - for example, literature festivals, book signings and other author events.  We also meet to write 'on location' around London. Look forward to seeing you soon!  

The First London Book Club has met every month since March 2005. We attract readers from all walks of life which always makes for interesting discussions. We mainly read fiction books which are suggested by the members and voted on in monthly meetings. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month in central London. In addition to regular Book Club meet-ups several members also orgainse other events such as Theatre visits, guided walks and informal social evenings. We always have a Christmas Pa …