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Inspired by the 17th century coffee house, the essence of The Forum is to promote reason, freedom of thought and the importance of discourse.

Interior of a London Coffee-house 17th century

About Us

The Forum at Q exists as a safe, thriving and transformative environment where ideas can be birthed, exchanged and wrestled with.

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29 Jun 2025, 09:30 – 12:00
The Forum at Q
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29 Jun 2025, 09:30 – 12:00
York, 9 Priory St, York YO1 6ET, UK
Our Sunday coffee house social. Enjoy great coffee and a selection of pastries while enjoying a different topic and discussion presented by The Forum team. We'll take care of your children at QKids. All welcome!
06 Jul 2025, 09:30 – 12:00
The Forum at Q
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06 Jul 2025, 09:30 – 12:00
York, 9 Priory St, York YO1 6ET, UK
Our Sunday coffee house social. Enjoy great coffee and a selection of pastries while enjoying a different topic and discussion presented by The Forum team. We'll take care of your children at QKids. All welcome!
09 Jul 2025, 19:30 – 21:00
Post AI Future with Rob Hornby
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09 Jul 2025, 19:30 – 21:00
York, 9 Priory St, York YO1 6ET, UK
Can AI replace us—or just reshape us? Rob Hornby challenges utopian and dystopian hype, arguing for a future where humans lead, augmented by tech, not controlled by it.

"Good conversation is as stimulating as black coffee, and just as hard to sleep after"

– Anne Morrow Lindbergh

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Upcoming Events

In addition to our regular meet at The Forum on Sundays from 9:30am, we also host regular community lectures and debates where we invite various speakers covering a whole range of relevant and engaging topics. Refreshments available to purchase.