Dickens & Woolf: Ways of Seeing
London, GB
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Duration 2 hours
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Private Tour
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Expert Guide
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Wheelchair accessible
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Includes writing exercises
Explore London's literary history with a unique creative writing experience led by an award-winning novelist in an inclusive atmosphere.
Included
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I will have spare pens and notebooks but please bring your own.
Explore London's literary history with a unique creative writing experience led by an award-winning novelist in an inclusive atmosphere.
Highlights
- Explore London's rich literary history
- Engage in creative writing exercises in iconic locations
- Immerse yourself in the writings of famous English authors
- Experience the unique atmosphere of a literary workshop
- Finish off the tour with a final collaborative writing piece
Meeting Point
We meet at the north end of Waterloo Bridge, next to the slope behind Somerset House.
8 Victoria Embankment, London WC2R 2AB , United Kingdom
End Point
The tour finishes on the site of Dr Johnson's House, just off Fleet Street.
17 Gough Square, London EC4A 3DE , United Kingdom
What to expect
Waterloo Bridge
Contrast Virginia Woolf’s wistful reflections of the view from Waterloo Bridge with a Dickensian description of the same area.
15 minutes
Somerset House
Practice a mindful writing experiment that anchors to your environment, among the rich history and striking architecture of Somerset House.
30 minutes
St. Mary le Strand
In the church of St Mary Le Strand, respond to T.S. Elliot’s study of time.
30 minutes
Dr. Johnson's House
Using Dr Johnson’s first English Dictionary, remake the language and then head to an iconic London pub, bringing the exercises together in a final collaborative piece.
45 minutes
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Wheelchair accessible -
Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Bring your own pens and notebooks. -
Check out the nearby Somerset House café.
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Look for street art around Waterloo Bridge.
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Consider visiting the British Library nearby.
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Enjoy a drink at an iconic pub post-tour.
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