Dickens & Woolf: Ways of Seeing
Designed and delivered by an award-winning novelist with a PhD in Creative Writing, these tours use London's rich literary history as a prompt for a series of writing exercises, designed to suit all levels of expertise, from novice to novelist. The workshop combines literary history and anecdotes of the city with readings from major English writers, but it is not a passive experience: you will respond to the environment in creative ways, in an atmosphere of kindness and inclusivity. These intimate and unique workshop seek to inspire and invigorate.
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Dickens & Woolf: Ways of Seeing
What's included in Dickens & Woolf: Ways of Seeing
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Waterloo Bridge
Contrast Virginia Woolf’s wistful reflections of the view from Waterloo Bridge with a Dickensian description of the same area.
Somerset House
Practice a mindful writing experiment that anchors to your environment, among the rich history and striking architecture of Somerset House.
St. Mary le Strand
In the church of St Mary Le Strand, respond to T.S. Elliot’s study of time.
Inclusions
- I will have spare pens and notebooks but please bring your own.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- We meet at the north end of Waterloo Bridge, next to the slope behind Somerset House.
End Points
- The tour finishes on the site of Dr Johnson's House, just off Fleet Street.
