Clothing Swaps London

Book shop exploring (Greenwich, Cutty Sark)

In the digital age💻📡📱, do you still like getting a physical book to read? Where do you buy them? Amazon? Waterstone? Blackstone? How about join us for a bookshop crawl, let's try to find some hidden gems of independent bookshops. (Or just tag along for a chat😁) Find out more book shops to try, this time we will be going to further north in London than usual. We will meet at Camden Town tube station, then walk along mostly along the main road to Tufnell Park station. There will be 4 book shops in total, never been to most of them, so it will be some new experience for me as well. Upon finishing, we can find somewhere to sit and chat about books. The time is just a guidance, some shops take longer and some are less. If you ever want to stay in one shop for longer (I know, been there, done that😂) feel free to do so, you can join us at other shops. (See itinerary below) Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with any of the shops, so you are not obliged to buy any books, just get whatever you like. *** 📚💃🏼 📖💃🏿☕️ ITINERARY ☕️💃🏾🍷💃🏻🍴📚 Looking to do one near Cutty Sark in Greenwich, not too many bookshops, so probably will be an hour one overall for the shops. We will all meet up at Cutty Sark DLR Station. Don't worry if you are late, join us in along the walks. Then the tour shall begin! 1: Greenwich Book Time Address: 277 Greenwich High Rd, London SE10 8NB 2: Rare Books & Curios Address: 8 Greenwich Market, London SE10 9HZ 3: Oxfam Bookshop Address: 2 College Approach, London SE10 9HY 4: Waterstones Address: 51 Greenwich Church St, London SE10 9BL \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Wow, you made it, hopefully you have found some books that will make you happy🎈🎉✨. For people who likes to have more socials or talk more about books (or just to show off your purchases😆), we can find some place for a cup of coffee or a late lunch.

Women Connections | Fashion Business Entrepreneurs & Working Professionals

**Welcome to Socialite Connections \- Women Connections \| Fashion Business Entrepreneurs & Working Professionals** Join us for an exclusive evening of networking and collaboration within the heart of London's vibrant fashion scene. This event is designed to bring together the most talented and innovative designers, stylists, photographers, and industry professionals. **The Anthologist -** Located in the heart of the City, on Gresham Street by Bank station, The Anthologist is a gorgeous bar & restaurant with a cosy outside seating area. We are ready to welcome you with delicious travel inspired dishes, gorgeous spritzes & bubbly. **Event Schedule** **18:00 – 21:00 \| Welcome & Warm Intro:** Your name will be checked off the guest list, you will be given a name badge and you will be introduced to each other. **19:30 – 20:00 \| One Min Pitch:** All attendees will be given the opportunity to introduce themselves to everyone in the room. **20:00 \- 21:00 \| Informal Networking:** It will be a free form event where guests can mingle amongst each other in a relaxed environment, when the one minute pitch is finished. **Why Attend?** Meet and connect with a diverse group of female professionals including fashion designers, stylists, photographers, and other key industry players. **Who Should Attend?** This women only event is ideal for female fashion designers, stylists, photographers, brand representatives, fashion students, and anyone keen on making meaningful connections within the fashion industry. **Tickets & Entry:** Meetup rsvp is not a valid ticket, please buy a ticket to attend this event: https://fatso.ma/fw872 **Photos/videos** may be taken for promotional purposes. You will be added to our whatsapp group on the day of the event.

Book Swap Meetup 📚📚📚

Basic Ideas: 🌞 📚☕ Any books sitting there collecting dust? Some holiday gifts? Or it’s a book that has changed your life that you want to share? Feel free to bring book(s) to discuss or swap, we usually have more books than people in the end, so feel free to pop along just to have a chat as well. Aiming for every 4 weeks book swap meetup. Note: The event is free to attend, so the only cost for you will only be buying a drink at the location, so coffee/tea/beer etc.

LET'S VISIT THE GREENWICH PAINTED HALLS

SWARM - London

Something's shifted. The people who've spent years deep in data - the analysts, the engineers, the consultants - are building with AI agents now. **And it's the most exciting thing in decades.** New tools. New workflows. Whole new ways of thinking about what data work even means. Everyone's experimenting. Everyone's learning. **Nobody's done this before.** We couldn't find a community in the UK for people doing this work. So we're starting one. In pubs, with laptops, sharing what's actually working. No slides. No pitches. No lanyard energy. Just people who build things, showing each other what they've built. **Bring your terminal. Bring your questions. Bring the thing that's half-working and you can't figure out why.** More at [swarm.org.uk](https://swarm.org.uk/)

Fashion, Luxury Retail | Founders & Professionals Networking Event

**Welcome to Socialite Connections – Fashion\, Luxury Retail \| Founders & Professionals Networking Event** Join an evening of networking designed for founders, executives, and professionals across the fashion, luxury, and retail industries. Connect with brand founders, retail leaders, buyers, merchandisers, marketers, e-commerce specialists, designers, and industry innovators in a relaxed and professional setting. **The Refinery CityPoint** \- Located just around the corner from Moorgate Station\, it is a stylish and expansive venue in the heart of the City\. With its chic interiors\, statement furniture\, and welcoming atmosphere\, The Refinery is the perfect location for local corporate events\, business breakfasts\, working lunches\, client entertainment\. **Event Schedule** **18:00 – 21:00 \| Welcome & Warm Intro:** Your name will be checked off the guest list, you will be given a name badge and you will be introduced to each other. **19:30 – 20:00 \| One Min Pitch:** All attendees will be given the opportunity to introduce themselves to everyone in the room. **20:00 \- 21:00 \| Informal Networking:** It will be a free form event where guests can mingle amongst each other in a relaxed environment, when the one minute pitch is finished. **Why Attend?** It's a chance to forge new connections, discover fresh perspectives, and immerse yourself in the latest trends. Whether you're looking to break into the industry, connect with like-minded individuals, or simply revel in the world of fashion, this event promises to be a memorable experience. **Who should Attend?** Fashion founders, luxury brand professionals, retail executives, buyers, merchandisers, designers, e-commerce specialists, marketers, consultants, investors, and entrepreneurs looking to build meaningful industry connections. **Tickets & Entry:** We have introduced a small ticket price to keep things running smoothly. Pay the host on arrival. **Photos/videos** may be taken for promotional purposes. You will be added to our whatsapp group on the day of the event.

Balancers Community Volunteering

Hi Balancers, We believe community is about more than meeting new people. It's also about showing up for those who need support. As part of our ongoing partnership with Refugee Community Kitchen, we're inviting you to join us for a different kind of volunteering session. **This time, we'll be joining the Refugee Community Kitchen team for an evening behind the scenes. They've got a lot of jars of chilli oil waiting to be labelled, so they've asked if we can lend a hand! It's a chance to support an incredible organisation, spend time with fellow Balancers, and contribute to the work that helps make thousands of meals possible each week.** 💛 **What to Expect** * Spend a few hours giving back in a relaxed, friendly environment. * Help label jars of chilli oil alongside other Balancers and Refugee Community Kitchen volunteers. * Meet like-minded people while supporting a great cause. * No previous volunteering experience is needed. 📍 **Meeting Point** **Tuesday, 11th August** **6:00 PM** We'll meet outside **Mother Canteen**, which is just a short walk from the Refugee Community Kitchen. From there, we'll walk to the kitchen together and start the session. If you'd like to join us, save your spot and we'll see you there. 🔹 Stay connected: [Join our WhatsApp group \[here\] for last-minute updates.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HYbCWaNidNV9aYK3TW9WGm) 🌱 **About Refugee Community Kitchen** Refugee Community Kitchen is a grassroots, volunteer-led organisation that has served over 3.5 million meals to displaced people and those experiencing food insecurity in the UK and northern France. Their mission: to serve warm, nourishing meals with dignity and build community through food. 👉 Learn more: [refugeecommunitykitchen.org](https://refugeecommunitykitchen.org) *** 💡 **Can’t Make It This Time?** You can still contribute: * **Donate directly (100% goes to RCK):** [https://www.justgiving.com/charity/refugeecommunitykitchen](https://www.justgiving.com/charity/refugeecommunitykitchen) * **Volunteer with RCK:** [Sign up here](https://rck.my.salesforce-sites.com/outreachvolunteer/) * **Spread the word** to others who’d love to join in Let’s keep showing what our community can do when we act with heart. See you there 💛

GROUP TICKET | Seven Sisters and Eastbourne Airshow

**Group Travel Ticket (Optional)** The organiser will coordinate and pre-purchase Southern Railway DaySave group tickets a few days before the event. Tickets can be viewed [**[HERE](https://ticket.southernrailway.com/daysave/2026-08-15/VIC/4/)**]. Each group ticket costs £52 and covers exactly four people, making the cost **£13** per person. Payment must be made in advance, and all four people covered by the ticket must travel together. As attendees may have different travel plans, the organiser will try to arrange compatible groups of four and assign a ticket holder to each group. If a ticket holder cannot be mutually agreed, the organiser will retain the ticket and coordinate the group’s travel. The ticket allows the group of four to make unlimited journeys on the Southern Railway network for the day. Joining the group travel arrangement is optional. You are welcome to attend the hike using your own ticket or transport. The hike itself is free. Each group-ticket holder will need to travel with three other people and sit together on the train and go through the barrier at London Victoria. If a ticket holder cannot be allocated to a group of four, for example because the four people cannot agree on a mutually suitable travel arrangement, the organidser (AdrianB) will hold the ticket and coordinate everyone’s travel when we go through the barriers. Anyone who has not paid by **Tuesday 11 August 2026**, will not be included in the group ticket. \-\-\- **PAID:** 1\. Mila 2\. Lenie 3\. Adrian 4\. Sandra 5\. Fabian \(Ada;s group\) 6\. Raquel Misis Misis 7\. Robinski 8\. AVAILABLE 9\. AVAILABLE 10\. AVAILABLE 11\. AVAILABLE 12\. AVAILABLE 13\. AVAILABLE 14\. AVAILABLE 15\. AVAILABLE 16\. AVAILABLE 17\. AVAILABLE 18\. AVAILABLE 19\. AVAILABLE 20\. AVAILABLE **NOT PAID:** everyone else \-\-\- **EVENT** Sign up for the Seven Sisters and Eastbourne Airshow 🛩️ \| Free Hike \~21km \(\~13mi\) \[**[HERE](https://www.meetup.com/freehiketogether/events/315695660/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)**]. \-\-\- **EVENT DATE** Saturday 15 August 2026 \-\-\- **THIS OFFER IS FOR YOU IF** * You want to pay £13 for your total rail travel that day. * You are happy to travel as part of a group of four. * You understand that the group must travel together. * You understand that individual tickets are not provided. * You will travel to and from London Victoria with the group. \-\-\- **REFUNDS** A full refund will be issued if a complete group of four cannot be formed. Once the National Rail ticket has been purchased, no refunds can be provided. However, if another participant takes your place and pays for the ticket, your payment may be recovered from the replacement participant. \-\-\- **PAYMENT** Pay using the link: **[https://monzo.com/pay/r/hike-together_MnR3HdT1s2cpW1](https://monzo.com/pay/r/hike-together_MnR3HdT1s2cpW1)** **OR bank transfer:** Adrian Barnett trading as Hike Together Account number: 79677613 Sort code: 04-00-05 After payment, message AdrianB with: * Transaction ID * Meetup profile name \-\-\- **CONTACT** WhatsApp - AdrianB: +44 (0) 7438 812 663 \-\-\- 📍 **MEETING POINT** AdrianB will be at the meeting point with the group tickets. I will ask for volunteers to act as group ticket holders. 07:50 – Meet at the London Victoria ticket office 08:10 – Leave meeting point and board the train 08:24 – Train departs London Victoria 09:26 – Arrival at Lewes Change at Lewes 09:30 – Take the 09:30 service to Seaford (Sussex) 09:48 – Arrival at Seaford (Sussex) If you are late and miss the group, the group will continue without you. You will need to purchase your own ticket and make your own travel arrangements. \-\-\- **JOINING EN ROUTE** You may join at stations like Clapham Junction or East Croydon. You must have your own valid ticket to pass through barriers at those stations.

Queensbridge Badminton - @1920 Tue

Fun and experienced doubles badminton! We play over four courts each Tuesday, bring your own kit and racket. £10.00per person for 2hrs; quarterly payments should be discussed with Eli is desired. if less than 24 notice is given for a cancellation then the session fee will have to be paid. we need this so other people on the waiting list can attend. We play with plastic shuttle on most courts; feather available as advance request. Important note: Our club is paid for by individuals; as such your attendance and payment is required when making a commitments to play - as a matter of respect, please ensure that you consider this when saying you will attend. If you desire a PayPal link to make a payment please contact the Hosts first (these are personal payments). Please ensure you tell the host via the app, when any payment been made.

Starkers! (nude nightclub)

International London Language Exchange - Tuesdays!

*This event is supported by [languagecalendars.com](https://www.languagecalendars.com/)* Get **£5 off** their language calendars, posters & tees 👉 use code **HOLA5** or click this link: [https://www.languagecalendars.com/discount/HOLA5](https://www.languagecalendars.com/discount/HOLA5) **🌍 Connecting locals and internationals in London 🌍** Join us every Tuesday evening in Holborn for the London Language Exchange, where over 60 people gather each week to practice new languages, share cultures, and make new friends. See pics of our previous events on our [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/babblelondon), and chat to other members who are coming via our [whatsapp group](https://languagexchanges.com/whatsapp/). **🙋 Who is this for?** All languages and levels are welcome, and we are inclusive of all ages, races, religions etc. Whether you're a polyglot, a beginner just starting with Duolingo Spanish, or you just want to come and socialise, you will be welcomed to our community of language learners and international friends. **🙌 What to Expect:** * **Language Practice:** Whether you’re fluent in Spanish, Italian, English, Arabic, Russian, Mandarin, or any other language, our hosts will help you connect with people who match your language interests. * **Friendly Hosts:** Our hosts will greet you at the entrance, give you a label where you can write the language(s) you speak and the ones you’d like to learn or practice. * **Inclusive Atmosphere:** We welcome all languages and levels, and make sure everyone feels comfortable—especially if you're coming alone! It’s a relaxed environment perfect for making new friends and practising languages at your own pace. * **Socialising:** Coming alone or with friends, this is a great opportunity to meet new people in the city. Unlike some other meetup ‘groups’, we do not fill our events with fake members, and you can check how many people attend each week via our [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/babblelondon). **👋 How does it work?** * **Arrive!** No need to register, just come to our event any time between 7-9pm and our event host will welcome you. They will have an orange lanyard and will be sitting next to our sign. * **Write your ‘Language Label’.** Here you can write your name, the languages you are learning, and the languages you can help others with. * **Pay.** Our £1 event fee pays for our lovely event hosts and keeps the event going. Card only please. * **Get talking!** With the help of our host you will be able to find other people attending the event with compatible language interests - we are all very friendly and the majority of our attendees come alone, so there’s no need to worry about getting involved! **📌 Where are we?** We’re normally located in the downstairs room of The Penderel's Oak Pub, 283-288 High Holborn, London WC1V 7HP [https://g.co/kgs/57H1Wbr](https://g.co/kgs/57H1Wbr) However, always check the location on this meetup event and in our [WhatsApp Group](https://languagexchanges.com/whatsapp) just in case there is a change. **💡 Important Info:** Please disregard the attendee numbers shown on Meetup or Facebook. Because we meet at the same time and place every week, many regulars do not sign up beforehand, but we always have a great turnout, often exceeding 70 people. We also have many more participants who join through other platforms. **🔗 Connect With Us:** Stay updated by joining our WhatsApp and Facebook groups or following us on Instagram. You’ll get event updates and stay connected with the community! [https://linktr.ee/londonlanguageexchange](https://linktr.ee/londonlanguageexchange) **FAQ:** **Who is this for?** Anyone interested in languages, from complete beginners to fluent speakers! We welcome all levels and languages. **Do I need to sign up?** You don’t need to sign up, but feel free to join our WhatsApp group for updates and announcements. **Can I come alone?** Absolutely! Many people come solo, and it’s a great way to meet new friends in a relaxed environment. **How does the event work?** When you arrive, you’ll get a sticker to write your native language and the one(s) you’d like to practice. Our hosts will help you find people to chat with based on your preferences. **What if I don’t speak multiple languages?** No problem! Whether you’re fluent or just starting out with a new language, everyone is welcome. **More Questions?** Check out our [full FAQ here](https://languagexchanges.com/what-is-a-language-exchange/) **💛 WHAT THEY SAY** **🗣** “It's so great that people are very friendly and nice here. I practised my English speaking and listening.” - Gerome 🗣 “The language exchange events are a really great way not just to practise languages but also to meet new people in your area. I’ve made many local friends since I moved to the area” - Monika 🗣 “Everything was perfect. The host was so friendly and wonderful!” - Mojtaba 🗣 "It was a lovely language exchange, with lovely people. I practised so much German!" - Sara **About Languagexchanges:** We started in Leeds back in 2014 with the desire to provide a welcoming space that brings people together from all different walks of life, with a shared love of learning languages and culture. We now have communities across the UK including Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield and York - [see all our locations.](https://languagexchanges.com/product-category/events/) 👔 Interested in working with us? [https://languagexchanges.com/work-with-us/](https://languagexchanges.com/work-with-us/) ✍️ Feedback form: [https://languagexchanges.com/events-feedback](https://languagexchanges.com/events-feedback) 📩 Email: [info@languagexchanges.com](mailto:info@languagexchanges.com)

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