
Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes
Sun 8 Nov · 16:30
The Amnesty Bookshop
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On 8 November 2026, The Amnesty Bookshop in York will host a reading session focused on the works of Robert Aickman, featuring 'The Hospice' and 'Ringing the Changes'. This event is part of the Short Reads Club, which encourages participation in short-form writing. An attendance fee of £3 is required, which contributes to snacks and Meetup costs.
It's spooky season and in that spirit (pun intended) we are visiting the work of Robert Aickman- master of the strange and unsettling. We will be reading The Hospice, and Ringing the Changes. Links to online sources in the comments. The Short Reads Club Aims to be a celebration of short-form writing, perfect for anyone who wants to join a book club but doesn't have the time or energy to invest in longer reads, people looking for a gentle route back into regular reading, and, of course, general fans of short stories Twice a month we will read a different short story/stories connected either by theme or author. We read across genres and always welcome suggestions of great pieces to add to our tbr We meet in The Amnesty Bookshop on Micklegate. Teas and coffees will be available There is an attendance fee of £3 per person, this goes towards the Meetup fees and snacks. Any excess funds at the end of the year will be donated to Amnesty International UK as thanks for the use of the bookshop
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Frequently asked questions
Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes takes place on Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 16:30.
Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes is held at The Amnesty Bookshop in York (19 Micklegate, York, YO1 6JH).
Tickets for Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes are priced at £3. Live prices and availability are shown on meetup.com.
The forecast for Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes is Overcast · 9°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Amnesty Bookshop can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes 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.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
On 8 November 2026, The Amnesty Bookshop in York will host a reading session focused on the works of Robert Aickman, featuring 'The Hospice' and 'Ringing the Changes'. This event is part of the Short Reads Club, which encourages participation in short-form writing. An attendance fee of £3 is required, which contributes to snacks and Meetup costs.
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It's spooky season and in that spirit (pun intended) we are visiting the work of Robert Aickman- master of the strange and unsettling. We will be reading The Hospice, and Ringing the Changes. Links to online sources in the comments. The Short Reads Club Aims to be a celebration of short-form writing, perfect for anyone who wants to join a book club but doesn't have the time or energy to invest in longer reads, people looking for a gentle route back into regular reading, and, of course, general fans of short stories Twice a month we will read a different short story/stories connected either by theme or author. We read across genres and always welcome suggestions of great pieces to add to our tbr We meet in The Amnesty Bookshop on Micklegate. Teas and coffees will be available There is an attendance fee of £3 per person, this goes towards the Meetup fees and snacks. Any excess funds at the end of the year will be donated to Amnesty International UK as thanks for the use of the bookshop
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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WhereThe Amnesty Bookshop
19 Micklegate, York, YO1 6JH
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes?
Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes takes place on Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 16:30.
Where is Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes taking place?
Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes is held at The Amnesty Bookshop in York (19 Micklegate, York, YO1 6JH).
How much are tickets for Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes?
Tickets for Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes are priced at £3. Live prices and availability are shown on meetup.com.
What will the weather be like at Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes?
The forecast for Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes is Overcast · 9°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Amnesty Bookshop can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes?
Tickets for Robert Aickman The Hospice/Ringing the Changes 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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19 Micklegate, York, YO1 6JH
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