
Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre
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Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre takes place on 7 November 2026 at Jamaica Blue in Manchester. This event invites writers of all kinds to work on their projects in a supportive environment. Participants can expect a structured session with introductions, timed writing periods, and breaks for discussion.
Join us on Saturday mornings. We’re a friendly group of writers all working on a range of projects. So wether you’re writing a novel, personal blog, poetry or anything else you’re more than welcome to join us. If anyone wants to contact me In bewtween sessions about anything or wants any advice on anything you can contact me by email: lmmillerbooks@gmail.com **SCHEDULE:** **10:00** \- Quick introductions 💬 **10:15** \- Timer starts: Write for 1 hour ⌛ **11:15** \- The End: Chat\, take off\, or have a loo break and stretch your legs before the writing again. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** Show up and get settled, then check in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. **What Should I Bring?** 📝 Whatever you need to be able to write! 🎧 Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons while writing. 💻 Please bring your laptops fully charged as there are a few plug sockets in the cafe. **GUIDELINES:** While the events are free to attend, we will use a cafe to write in, so please thank our hosts by purchasing something. We recommend coming 15 minutes early to have enough time to queue up and get your drinks/snacks. Please avoid bringing outside food/drinks into the cafe.
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Frequently asked questions
Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre takes place on Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 10:00.
Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre is held at Jamaica Blue in Manchester (Arndale,, Manchester, M4 3AD).
The forecast for Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre is Overcast · 9°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Jamaica Blue can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre 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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Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre takes place on 7 November 2026 at Jamaica Blue in Manchester. This event invites writers of all kinds to work on their projects in a supportive environment. Participants can expect a structured session with introductions, timed writing periods, and breaks for discussion.
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Join us on Saturday mornings. We’re a friendly group of writers all working on a range of projects. So wether you’re writing a novel, personal blog, poetry or anything else you’re more than welcome to join us. If anyone wants to contact me In bewtween sessions about anything or wants any advice on anything you can contact me by email: lmmillerbooks@gmail.com **SCHEDULE:** **10:00** \- Quick introductions 💬 **10:15** \- Timer starts: Write for 1 hour ⌛ **11:15** \- The End: Chat\, take off\, or have a loo break and stretch your legs before the writing again. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** Show up and get settled, then check in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. **What Should I Bring?** 📝 Whatever you need to be able to write! 🎧 Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons while writing. 💻 Please bring your laptops fully charged as there are a few plug sockets in the cafe. **GUIDELINES:** While the events are free to attend, we will use a cafe to write in, so please thank our hosts by purchasing something. We recommend coming 15 minutes early to have enough time to queue up and get your drinks/snacks. Please avoid bringing outside food/drinks into the cafe.
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Hotels within walking distance of Jamaica Blue. Searching near Arndale,, Manchester, M4 3AD; check-in Saturday, 7 November 2026.
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WhereJamaica Blue
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre?
Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre takes place on Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 10:00.
Where is Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre taking place?
Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre is held at Jamaica Blue in Manchester (Arndale,, Manchester, M4 3AD).
What will the weather be like at Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre?
The forecast for Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre is Overcast · 9°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Jamaica Blue can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre?
Tickets for Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre 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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