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We’ll begin our Saturday at 10am with coffee and pastries in one of Bloomsbury’s charming cafés—an inviting spot where conversation flows easily and the spirit of the Bloomsbury Group still lingers in the air. It’s a relaxed and welcoming place to meet one another, share our first impressions, and set the tone for the day ahead.
From there, we’ll stroll to St. George’s Church, just a stone’s throw from where Virginia Woolf once lived. Inside this historic space, we’ll roll up our sleeves for a linocut printmaking workshop, led by a local artist and inspired by the bold, expressive work of Vanessa Bell. Don’t worry if you’ve never tried anything like this before—all materials are provided and no experience is necessary.
After a break for lunch (with plenty of suggestions nearby), we’ll regroup for an afternoon visit to The Courtauld Gallery. Set within the elegant Somerset House, this treasure trove includes work by members of the Bloomsbury Group, alongside a rich collection of modern art. There’ll be time to wander, reflect, and soak up the atmosphere at your own pace.
In the evening, we’ll gather at The Woolf & Whistle, an art-deco-inspired restaurant overlooking Tavistock Square Gardens. Here we’ll chat ‘Mrs Dalloway’ and all things Bloomsbury Group! Expect great conversation, games and lots of party talk!
We’ll spend the night at The Tavistock Hotel - conveniently located exactly where we’ll dine so not far to reach our beds after a long day.
On Sunday, we’ll meet once more for coffee and conversation at The British Library Cafe. Here there are so many more stories to explore.
From there, you’re free to choose your own adventure—perhaps exploring the incredible collections of the British Museum or National Portrait Gallery, or simply taking a peaceful walk through Tavistock Square Gardens, where Woolf and her contemporaries once wandered and wrote.
This is a small, carefully curated gathering—we want everyone to feel welcome, inspired, and included. That also means places are limited and tend to fill quickly.
Places on this trip are strictly limited - we want to be able to chat to everyone and make sure a wonderful time is had by all - but this means that places will go quickly!
What is included in the trip:
Coffee/ tea on Saturday morning
A print workshop inspired by Vanessa Bell
A light lunch on Saturday
A vist to The Courtauld Gallery
Dinner and half a bottle of wine or non-alcoholic alternative in the evening
Guided book chat
What is not included in the trip:
Overnight accommodation (although we suggest you join us in booking accommodation at The Tavistock Hotel)
Any other snacks/ drinks/ treats you might want over the weekend