🌸 About Shy Social Club
A gentler way to meet people.
Shy Social Club is a new kind of events space – created for the quietly anxious, the overwhelmed introverts, the neurodivergent dreamers, and anyone who’s ever hovered at the edge of a party thinking, “I wish there was a softer way to do this.”
Hi – I’m Shona, and I started Shy Social Club because I’ve been that person.
The one who wants connection but dreads the chaos.
The one who rehearses small talk in their head before entering the room.
The one who cancels plans even though they really wanted to go.
After years of trying to “fit in” at social spaces that never quite felt built for me, I decided to build one myself – something calm, cosy, and kind.
🌱 What We’re About
Our events are small, softly structured, and designed to take the pressure off.
They’re held in private, welcoming venues and come with gentle details to help ease social nerves – like:
Optional colour-coded name stickers to show your energy level
Cosy conversation prompts (or quiet corners, if you’d rather just sit)
A free tote bag for first-timers – because showing up is brave, and that should be celebrated
No forced fun. No awkward icebreakers. No expectations.
Just soft community, slow connection, and spaces where people who usually feel like too much or not enough can finally feel just right.
💌 Where We’re Starting
We’re launching in Edinburgh, the city that helped me feel safe again.
If the first few events go well, I’d love to bring Shy Social Club to other places too – wherever people like us need a gentle place to land.
This isn’t just about social events. It’s about creating a culture shift – where being quiet isn’t seen as a problem, and where connection feels human, not performative.
Whether you're masking 24/7, stuck in your head, or just looking for a space where silence is okay... you're in the right place.
Welcome to the club.
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