'We are a group of local people of all ages, both men and women, who have no formal in-depth philosophical training, but who love sharing ideas and learning new things in a supportive environment.' Alert Website unavailable at Review; cf Philosophy in Pubs Website.

'We are a discussion group of friendly and intelligent people who enjoy wrestling with philosophical topics, aiming for a poor-man's Olympia Academy or Cambridge Apostles! Promoting exchange through examination and reasoned argument, members shouldn't be averse to a little amateur scholarship. Different views - especially the unorthodox - are welcome but do expect to justify, critique, be critiqued and engage analytically with the ideas of others.'

This Group seems no longer to be meeting.

'Meets (with a couple of exceptions) on the first Wednesday of each month at 7.30 pm.' ALERT Unable to find details of any forthcoming Meetings of the Group at Review.

Occasional meetings: ''We normally meet in the bookshop café at eight on a Saturday Night. The talk lasts about an hour, followed by something to eat and a discussion phase that goes on to ten or a bit later - and afterwards in the pub for some ...'.

'Meetings will take place from 7.30 pm ... and go on for as long as anyone has anything to say in the discussion which follows about 45 minutes presentation of thesis and refreshments. Attendees are requested to contribute £3 towards the room hire and refreshments.' ALERT Found no recent meetings, at Review.

'On the third Tuesday of each month, join us ... to listen as speakers introduce insights and invite us to address key problems. Afterwards, why not continue the debate in our online forum ?'

Meets '2nd Wednesday 7:30 pm most months'. Alert Details may not be current.

'A philosophy discussion group meeting on the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 7.30 to 9.30 pm ... We cover a large range of topics. If you have an idea for a topic that you would like us to cover why not drop us a line? ... There's no charge for membership and everyone is welcome to drop in. Just bring your brain and some beer money!'

'Meetings are held on Wednesday Evenings 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm.'

Kingston Philosophy Café is a series of events, not a place. It currently meets twice a month: on Thursday evenings at Bridges Café ... with discussions beginning at 6.00 pm and ending at around 7.25; and on Wednesday evenings at the Ram Jam Club ... starting at 7.00 pm and ending at 9.00 ... Free and open to all – anyone interested in philosophy is welcome and no prior knowledge or expertise is needed, though experts, philosophy teachers and students are very welcome.'

'The Lincoln Philosophy Café is the open society for philosophical and topical discussion based in the centre of Lincoln. Come along on the first Monday of every month, 6pm-8pm - everyone and anyone is welcome!' Alert Website not accessible at Review; cf Facebook Page.

‘The Maudsley Philosophy Group is based at the Institute of Psychiatry at the Maudsley, London UK. It began in 2002 but continues a tradition of clinical and conceptual work that dates back to the founding fathers of the Maudsley Hospital and the Institute of Psychiatry ... The Group organises regular seminars and lectures that bring together clinicians and researchers with philosophers, public intellectuals, and policy makers. We drive at innovation and exchange in the areas of psychiatry and philosophy.’

'Meetings of the Society focus around talks, readings and discussions, and are conducted in a friendly and convivial atmosphere ... Membership is free, and is not normally required for participation in most activities. The Society does however welcome donations; the suggested donation is £20 annually.'

‘Philosophy for All is an association open to everyone interested in philosophy ... We organise monthly lectures at Kant’s Cave ... The idea of using the function room of a pub for our philosophy meetings is that we would like to combine serious philosophical activity with an informal exchange of ideas and views. We therefore invite everybody to stay on after the lectures for more talk and debate.‘

'We generally meet at 12.30 pm on the 1st Sunday of the month; however, public holidays, etc may occasionally affect the date ... All are Welcome.'

'Each free session begins with a short talk by one of the University’s Philosophy experts, followed by an open forum for debate. Discussions are relaxed with groups large enough to enjoy a number of diverse opinions, yet small enough to allow you to put your views across ... Please note the Philopsophy Cafés are free of charge and there is no need to book, feel free to just turn up.'

'Meets in term-time, on Fridays from 7.40 to 9.40 ... A typical evening’s format is a one hour talk, followed by an hour’s discussion – which generally continues in a nearby pub. Everyone is welcome – just turn up on the night. There’s a charge of £2.00 (students free) to cover expenses.'

Have had occasional series in the past: 'Discuss, debate and discover in an informal setting with a variety of expert hosts.'

'Organises ten philosophy events per year (monthly except in July and August) that are open for anyone to attend. Five of our events are held on Saturday afternoons and five on weekday evenings – usually on a Tuesday or Thursday.'