Date: 17th November
Time: 18.15-20.30
Location: Coffee @ The Pier
Cost: Free
Scribbling Social: Penultimate Pensmiths
Oh, dress up warm! & bring blankets. There should be heating but the doors have been open till 6 pm.
Parking along seafront free from 6 pm. A couple of cheeky spaces opp Coop okay from 6. (Beware permit parking 6-7pm restrictions).
Format
6.15–7.00 – Early-bird Write-In. Arrive early for a quiet writing retreat before the social begins. Stay in the flow if you’d rather skip the group part.
7.00–7.15 – Welcome: grab a coffee, meet your fellow scribblers.
7.15–8.00 – Prompt & Inspire: short writing update, creative prompt, or local literary highlight to spark your imagination.
8.00–8.30 – Social & Share: chat, connect, swap writing ideas—or just enjoy the view and company.
The Deal
Free, but please buy a drink or snack to support the cafe:
- Coffee & cake combo
- Ciabatta, bagel, panini, or sausage roll
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