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

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

  • Additional information
    Wheelchair accessible
  • Additional information
    Service animals allowed
  • Additional information
    Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Additional information
    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Additional information
    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Joe Pierson

What our experts say

  • icon
    Bring your own pens and notebooks.
  • icon
    Check out the nearby Somerset House café.
  • icon
    Look for street art around Waterloo Bridge.
  • icon
    Consider visiting the British Library nearby.
  • icon
    Enjoy a drink at an iconic pub post-tour.

Select Currency