
Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces)
Sat 17 Oct · 10:30
Barbican Centre
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Open Readings will be held at the Barbican Centre in London at 10:30 on 17 October 2026. Participants can read up to 10 minutes of their fictional or non-fictional work and receive constructive feedback from fellow attendees. The exact meeting point within the venue will be shared near the time of the event.
Hi all, This is open reading will be held at the Barbican in London. I'll provide exact meeting location to attendees and how to get there near the time of the event. Whilst this will still be in the Barbican - This will not be in the usual location as it's being renovated. I will share the new location to all attendees near the time of the event. *** Join us in a friendly atmosphere for a chance to read out your written work - from your short stories to part of your novel, or any fictional/non-fictional work you would like to share. Each reading will be followed by constructive feedback and thoughts from fellow attendees. * This session is an excellent opportunity to gauge feedback on your work and learn where you can improve. * Each reading will have a time limit of up to 10 minutes max in length. (There will be a subtle alarm sound at the end of 10 mins to help keep the session moving forward in good time). * Please note there isn't any option to share you writing on a screen for others to read - as there is with the online meetings. * For the attendees who wish to read their work, please just attend and volunteer at the time. We will try and accommodate as many readings as possible. If you wish, please also feel free to just come along to listen and provide constructive feedback. *** Agenda: (10:30 am to 12:30 pm) 1. Session start: 10.30 am. 2. Short Introduction and summary of proceedings. 3. The first writer to give their reading. 4. Further readings. 5. Close and thanks. *** This session is being held in partnership with the Barbican who also share the event on their Eventbrite page. ***
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Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 10:30.
Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) is held at Barbican Centre in London (Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS).
The forecast for Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) is Partly cloudy · 10°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Barbican Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces)
10:30
Barbican Centre · London
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Open Readings will be held at the Barbican Centre in London at 10:30 on 17 October 2026. Participants can read up to 10 minutes of their fictional or non-fictional work and receive constructive feedback from fellow attendees. The exact meeting point within the venue will be shared near the time of the event.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Hi all, This is open reading will be held at the Barbican in London. I'll provide exact meeting location to attendees and how to get there near the time of the event. Whilst this will still be in the Barbican - This will not be in the usual location as it's being renovated. I will share the new location to all attendees near the time of the event. *** Join us in a friendly atmosphere for a chance to read out your written work - from your short stories to part of your novel, or any fictional/non-fictional work you would like to share. Each reading will be followed by constructive feedback and thoughts from fellow attendees. * This session is an excellent opportunity to gauge feedback on your work and learn where you can improve. * Each reading will have a time limit of up to 10 minutes max in length. (There will be a subtle alarm sound at the end of 10 mins to help keep the session moving forward in good time). * Please note there isn't any option to share you writing on a screen for others to read - as there is with the online meetings. * For the attendees who wish to read their work, please just attend and volunteer at the time. We will try and accommodate as many readings as possible. If you wish, please also feel free to just come along to listen and provide constructive feedback. *** Agenda: (10:30 am to 12:30 pm) 1. Session start: 10.30 am. 2. Short Introduction and summary of proceedings. 3. The first writer to give their reading. 4. Further readings. 5. Close and thanks. *** This session is being held in partnership with the Barbican who also share the event on their Eventbrite page. ***
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Hotels within walking distance of Barbican Centre. Searching near Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS; check-in Saturday, 17 October 2026.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces)?
Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 10:30.
Where is Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) taking place?
Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) is held at Barbican Centre in London (Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS).
What will the weather be like at Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces)?
The forecast for Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) is Partly cloudy · 10°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces)?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Barbican Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces)?
Tickets for Open Readings (In Person) - In partnership with the Barbican (Limited Spaces) can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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