3PM ONWARDS, 19 JULY, DALY’S WINE BAR ON THE STRAND (AT THE TOP OF ESSEX STREET)
One thing the Fund has learnt over the past couple of years is the value of connecting Subpostmasters. Talking to others who have been through a similar experience can sometimes be one of the best forms of therapy available. In a first-of-its-kind for the Horizon Scandal Fund charity, we are putting out an open invite to any Subpostmasters (and their partners/immediate family) who have been affected by the scandal to join us between 3pm - 9pm, Friday 19th July at Daly’s Wine Bar. The venue is less than 5 minutes walk from Aldwych House, almost directly opposite the Royal Courts of Justice, hopefully making it easy for those who wish to attend the Post Office Horizon IT inquiry that day (Jo Swinson is to be questioned). There is no agenda - we just want to provide a space for a few hours for people to come together and chat over a drink and nibbles. This being central London, parking is expensive and unlikely to be close to the venue. You are recommended to visit using public transport and/or taxis. The nearest tube station is Temple (5 mins walk, uphill!). If you would like to be there but are worried about the costs of travelling to London please do get in touch as we can provide assistance with travel and accommodation costs where required. Even if you do not need financial help to attend, please tell us if you intend to be there so we can provide the venue with numbers. The email address is [email protected]. Vegan and vegetarian food will be provided. Please tell us if you have specific dietary/accessibility requirements. We have hired a private, ground-floor room at Daly’s. Capacity is limited and if we are over-subscribed we will only be able to accommodate those who have specifically told us they are coming. The main bar in Daly’s is open to everyone. Finally, we are aware the venue and timing will not be convenient for everyone. As a charity we can help with regional events too so if you would like to organise your own event, please get in touch. We would be delighted to help you meet up with other Subpostmasters to chat through your own experiences. FAQs Why are you doing this? We know that former Subpostmasters affected by the Horizon scandal value coming together socially. We know it can be therapeutic to meet up with others affected in the same way. Who can come? This is for former Subpostmasters/Post Office managers/assistants affected by the scandal, and members of their immediate family. How do I register? Please complete the very short form here or email [email protected]. Where is it? Daly’s Wine Bar, 210 Strand (at the top of Essex Street), London WC2R 1AP. What time/date? We start at 3pm on Friday 19 July, and the event will wind up by 9pm. Is it free? Yes! We are not charging anyone for coming and there are no tickets issued, but please do register your interest by email to [email protected]. Tell us your name, the name of the Post Office branch you worked at/ran, whether you want to bring a guest, what time you aim to arrive, any requests for financial assistance to cover travel and/or accommodation and any dietary/accessibility requirements. Is it free food and drink? The charity is paying for food. Some individual trustees are putting some money behind the bar for drinks. We hope to therefore run a free bar for as long as possible, but get there early to ensure! I don’t eat meat. Is that a problem? No. There will be vegan and vegetarian options. I don’t drink. Is that a problem? No. Soft drinks will be provided. I have problems hearing/getting about. Is that a problem? Daly’s is a busy wine bar in central London. The private room is on the ground floor with step-free access. The main bar could be busy and we are expecting the private room to be quite noisy too. There is seating for around 25 people in the private room, which holds 50 people in total. Who will be there? Subpostmasters and their immediate families on a first-come-first-served basis, plus four or five charity trustees who are organising the event. Where is the nearest tube station? Temple - walk uphill up Arundel street. When you get to the top you will see Daly’s at the top of Essex Street on your right about 100 yards away. Where is the nearest bus station? Almost directly outside Daly’s. London bus routes 11, 15, 26, 76 and 341 stop there. Where is the nearest taxi rank? Almost directly opposite Daly’s outside the Royal Courts of Justice. Comments are closed.
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