The Eclectic Sofa

An open and friendly get-together that is now an open and friendly don't-get-together for creative people in and around Ludlow, Shropshire.

[Ethel Aardvark at Aardvark Books @AardvarkEthel]

While talking about plans for hosting our 2022 English Civil War Re-enactment today I was alerted to this short film! 1643, the siege of Brampton Bryan Castle…
The Burning of Brampton Bryan https://t.co/m8cnvfK2Vn via @YouTube

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

@AardvarkEthel @YouTube Thanks for sharing! This is part of the https://t.co/ghebhIfa8U website which tells the story of the village and its history. More to come soon, including an interactive map! (designed by @dulciefulton)

[Rachel Buchanan @Rachelonthehill]

Folks, I'm running some events in Ludlow that we think are going to be great. Check out our website, and.. have a go! https://t.co/l2xSZIyLex

[Liz Hyder @LondonBessie]

I still can’t quite believe any of this is real! But it is! Delighted and gobsmacked to have signed a two book deal with the amazing Sophie at Manilla Press! Eep! The Gifts is my first ever book for grown ups! ❤️📚❤️✏️❤️

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

@RunJontyRun I’m annoyed with them now that they’ve tried to sneakily shrink all the segments (it’s not solid any more). It’s just not the same.

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

We interrupt our usual schedule... - https://t.co/nla8I0EBey

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

Disco hustlers soundsystem were great! Playlists are on Spotify.

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

Streaming now! Best bit of Notting Hill Carnival online so far! We so need better speakers...... neighbours may disagree...... https://t.co/zbvJHtOAly

[Notting Hill Carnival @NHCarnivalLDN]

Parade is LIVE! ✨🎉🖤❤️💛💚 til 8pm

#NottingHillCarnival : Access All Areas with the best in Masquerade, Brazilian and Steel-bands!

https://t.co/PjppHETF8p

#NHC2020 #Nottinghillcarnival #NHCATHOME #CarnivalAtHome #NHCAAA powered by @Lets_godo

📸: NIKKIALBESA

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

@NHCarnivalLDN My channel 3 and 4 stream isn’t working; is there a problem?

[Liz Hyder @LondonBessie]

Massively chuffed to be shortlisted for the Junior category alongside the brilliant @KitdeWaal and the awesome @katyabalen 🤗 can’t wait to read Sarah and Alvy’s books too! Thank you @greatreadsaward x

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

Tomorrow: Eclectic Sofa! - https://t.co/IxHqwGLt0n

[Liz Hyder @LondonBessie]

Six unpublished books, years of secret scribbling and now this... #keepgoing #nevergiveup

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

@RunJontyRun Am asking for you, not sure if the space I’m thinking of is available or not. Drop me a line so I have your details: [email protected]

It’s quiet, landlord is lovely, yes to phone.

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

@RunJontyRun About 3x4m? Possibly, can check.

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

@RunJontyRun What’s affordable? £300ish/pm?

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

It’s tonight! 150th Eclectic Sofa. See you all later :-)

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

Tomorrow: the 150th Eclectic Sofa! Join us on Zoom this Tuesday from 9pm with a glass of fizz: https://t.co/VniSGxSq8n

[shelagh mccarthy @MccarthyShelagh]

BOOK NOW
Low cost, seriously good, online bookbinding classes
£20 for 4 x 80min weekly sessions.
Starting next week with pamphlet binding
Tuesday 14th July 2pm - 3.30pm and 8pm - 9.30pm
Thursday 16th July 2pm - 3.30pm

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

Tomorrow: the 150th Eclectic Sofa! Join us on Zoom this Tuesday from 9pm with a glass of fizz: https://t.co/VniSGxSq8n

[The Eclectic Sofa @eclecticsofa]

An hour and a half to go! - https://t.co/b4r0OD43Cg