Dickens & Woolf: Ways of Seeing

London, GB

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.

Meeting point

8 Victoria Embankment, London WC2R 2AB , United Kingdom

End point

End Point

The tour finishes on the site of Dr Johnson's House, just off Fleet Street.

Meeting point

17 Gough Square, London EC4A 3DE , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

1

Waterloo Bridge

Contrast Virginia Woolf’s wistful reflections of the view from Waterloo Bridge with a Dickensian description of the same area.

Duration 15 minutes
2

Somerset House

Practice a mindful writing experiment that anchors to your environment, among the rich history and striking architecture of Somerset House.

Duration 30 minutes
3

St. Mary le Strand

In the church of St Mary Le Strand, respond to T.S. Elliot’s study of time.

Duration 30 minutes
4

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.

Duration 45 minutes

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    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
Provided by Joe Pierson

What our experts say

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    Bring your own pens and notebooks.
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    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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