Next debate

On Monday, 13th April the Sylvans will hold a debate on the following topic:

The world would be a safer place without religion.

All are welcome to attend without pre-registration – we have new joiners all the time, and no experience is required.  Attendees are welcome to participate or simply observe.  The event will be held at Ye Olde Cock Tavern, 22 Fleet Street, simply turn up at 6:45 for a 7pm start.

How to attend

Our debates (other than online only ones) take place at our venue, Ye Olde Cock Tavern, 22 Fleet Street, second floor.  Please arrive at 6:45 for a 7pm start. 

No experience required

No pre-registration is required, visitors are welcome to turn up on the night, with no prior public speaking experience required. Visitors can simply observe, and are also very welcome to participate in the debates.

Online access to selected debates

For our main debates (the first one of the month) we also offer an online option.  For joining details please contact us, and to ensure participation, please do this well in advance of the debate.

Further information

For more information about how our meetings run, see meeting info.

We publish summaries of the debates in due course following the event on the debates page.

Future events

Dinner debate

Dinner debate

20th May 2026 7:00 PM