Lunch time study

Jaine

Hi,
I'm starting my next OU Spanish course in February & I'm trying to work out some kind of study timetable. I work full time near Oxford Circus & will spend the hour it takes on the tube/train reading. I need some ideas for where I might be able to do some written work in my lunch hour. It won't be possible at my work place as the kitchen/dining area is also used as a meeting room, also I like to escape in my lunch hour. I'd like to know if there's a place in the West End where I'd be able to get a table, a bite to eat & a chance to scribble away furiously. Has anyone any good ideas? Many Thanks.

Debt_Robot

Starbucks: I know it sounds quite zen but most of the Starbucks have lovely comfy chairs. And the one in Borders on Oxford Street is lovely; and not as busy as one would think at all. It tends to be more quiet than other Starbucks' as it is in a bookshop.

Holborn Library: That's the only thing I can think of that isn't an actual library. You could always go to the Holborn Library as well if you wanted.

Jaine

Thanks,
Starbucks sounds more appealing than the library. I might also check out the John Lewis 5th floor cafe, it sounds as though it won't be heaving. If I'm not careful I'll do more shopping than studying!

Oldernotwiser

Jaine wrote: »

Starbucks sounds more appealing than the library.

I don't mean to be argumentative but I can't see the logic of this. A library is far more condusive to study than a busy cafe.

Voyager2002

There is a church near to Oxford Circus: I think it is called All Souls (Langham Place). See if it is open over lunch: if so it would be a good work space, and you would not be tempted to spend any money there.

And good luck with the course. I did one of the OU Spanish courses and really enjoyed it.

Jaine

Oldernotwiser wrote: »

I don't mean to be argumentative but I can't see the logic of this. A library is far more condusive to study than a busy cafe.

That may be true for some but I only have an hour for lunch & ideally would grab a bite to eat at the same time. I can't eat at my desk. I don't know of any libraries within walking distance of Oxford Circus/Bond Street anyhow. When the weather is good, my favourite option is the park but I'm not brave enough for that in winter.:snow_laug

Sneezy

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