In Hyde Park, a group of Londoners gather around the Huntress fountain on a chilly Monday afternoon. The conversation is hushed among them, and they seem like any other group of people enjoying a park outing – until one person starts counting down, signaling for everyone to let loose with a collective scream. The sound echoes through the park, followed by bursts of laughter. What started as a viral trend on TikTok has morphed into London Scream Club, where participants meet to release their pent-up emotions and connect with others.
For Shania Barnes, 23, one of the group's founding members, screaming is more than just a noise – it's a form of self-care and social bonding. She started the group after feeling lonely and struggling to make friends. "It's nice to be able to release your energy together," she says. The rules are simple: hydrate, respect one's limits, and pause if needed. As word spread, people began to crave a space where they could meet others without spending money or drinking.
Ikhlas, 20, another participant, discovered the club through social media. She came alone after feeling hesitant about screaming with strangers. "It helps with my social anxiety," she says. "The experience is freeing, and meeting new people makes it even more enjoyable."
For Maliha Hussain, 21, a master's student, attending scream clubs has been a sanity-saver. Her eye twitching has become a stress symptom, but at the club, everyone shares similar struggles. It's not just about releasing tension; it's also about connecting with others in a supportive environment.
Shania's mother, Raswella Warburton, 55, joined the group to show support for her daughter. She initially felt apprehensive, thinking screaming was only for young or unwell people. However, she found liberation too – "a kind of unburdening."
For Ottilie Nye and Sarah Craig, best friends who attended the club, it was a cathartic experience. They were nervous at first but discovered that screaming with strangers could be both fun and liberating.
These Londoners have tapped into something bigger than themselves – a growing trend where people meet to scream, connect, and release stress. As Ottilie Nye notes, "sometimes it can feel hopeless," and screaming together has become a coping mechanism for those struggling to make sense of the world.
For Shania Barnes, 23, one of the group's founding members, screaming is more than just a noise – it's a form of self-care and social bonding. She started the group after feeling lonely and struggling to make friends. "It's nice to be able to release your energy together," she says. The rules are simple: hydrate, respect one's limits, and pause if needed. As word spread, people began to crave a space where they could meet others without spending money or drinking.
Ikhlas, 20, another participant, discovered the club through social media. She came alone after feeling hesitant about screaming with strangers. "It helps with my social anxiety," she says. "The experience is freeing, and meeting new people makes it even more enjoyable."
For Maliha Hussain, 21, a master's student, attending scream clubs has been a sanity-saver. Her eye twitching has become a stress symptom, but at the club, everyone shares similar struggles. It's not just about releasing tension; it's also about connecting with others in a supportive environment.
Shania's mother, Raswella Warburton, 55, joined the group to show support for her daughter. She initially felt apprehensive, thinking screaming was only for young or unwell people. However, she found liberation too – "a kind of unburdening."
For Ottilie Nye and Sarah Craig, best friends who attended the club, it was a cathartic experience. They were nervous at first but discovered that screaming with strangers could be both fun and liberating.
These Londoners have tapped into something bigger than themselves – a growing trend where people meet to scream, connect, and release stress. As Ottilie Nye notes, "sometimes it can feel hopeless," and screaming together has become a coping mechanism for those struggling to make sense of the world.
. I mean, what's next? Adults paying to cry in public? It just sounds like another way for people to indulge in selfish emotions instead of dealing with real problems 
. And what about the noise pollution? Hyde Park is a beautiful spot, not some soundstage for screaming enthusiasts 
. And let's be real, it's just a fad – everyone will be bored with it in a few weeks and move on to the next weird trend 
. I swear, if I saw one more person screaming in public, I'd lose my mind 
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is like, totally relatable right now!!! I mean, who hasn't felt like they're just bursting at the seams with stress & anxiety?! 
Shania & her crew are like total rockstars for creating something so powerful out of a viral trend. And honestly, who cares about the rules or what others think? 
Let's just get those endorphins pumping & enjoy the scream! 
. And it's awesome that people are finding it helpful for social anxiety too! 
I'd wanna try it out myself, even though I'm not really sure what to expect... would be interesting to see how it works! 
. I mean, we're living in a time where everyone's always stressed out and feeling anxious about something or other 
. The fact that it started on TikTok and just took off is pretty cool too 
. I think it's a great example of how social media can bring people together in unexpected ways 
. And you know what? I might even give it a try myself someday 
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, but this is like, on another level. The fact that people are finding community and connection through screaming together is just amazing 
. I've been meaning to start a "Scream Therapy" group with my friends, but we never quite got around to it 
. Guess that's what the internet is for, right? 
! I mean, who needs therapy when u got a group of strangers screaming in unison? 
), but screaming with strangers is like a magic solution for my anxiety 
... i mean, it's cool that people found a way to connect w/ others without spending money or drinking... but what about the noise? won't that disturb other park-goers? 
anyway, sounds like a decent way to blow off steam and connect with others 
it's amazing how something that started as a viral trend can turn into a community that's all about supporting each other 
. and it's amazing how something as simple as screaming together can bring ppl togetha 
just a thought 
People from all walks of life come 2gthr, let loose & scream their hearts out 
Shoutout 2 the founders n participants who created somethin so special! 
It's amazing how something that seems so silly at first (screaming in public) can bring people together like this. I mean, who hasn't had those moments where you just need to let it all out and scream your lungs off? 
And I love how the rules are simple but effective – hydrate, respect others' limits, and pause if needed. That shows that Shania's not just about screaming; she's also about creating a safe space.
By providing a space for social bonding and stress relief, these scream clubs are filling a much-needed void in urban landscapes. It will be interesting to observe how this trend continues to grow and adapt as more people seek out communal outlets for emotional release... 
. I'm definitely gonna try it out... who knows, maybe I'll even find my tribe 
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