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📅 Thursday 15th January, 7.30pm
📍 Wallop – Didsbury (M20 6UR)
We’re starting 2026 with a brand new Business Networking Event hosted in Wallop’s beautiful function room on Lapwing Lane (opposite West Didsbury tram stop.)
This evening is designed to help local entrepreneurs, freelancers, creatives and small business owners connect, collaborate and grow – all in a relaxed, welcoming space.
⏰ The Evening
7.30pm: Welcome & free-flow networking
Grab a drink and ease into the evening with friendly introductions and informal conversation.
8.00pm: Guest Speaker: Nick Robinson
Nick is an Executive Coach with over two decades of experience supporting leaders and teams across every sector – from SMEs to multinationals. He’ll be drawing on his new book, The 9 Types of Difficult People, exploring practical strategies to improve communication, manage challenging personalities and strengthen workplace relationships.
8.30pm: Optional attendee introductions
If you’d like, you’ll have the chance to introduce your business – what you do, what you’re looking for, and how others can support or collaborate with you. 💡 Top tip: share what you offer, what you’re looking for, and how others can support you.
9.30pm: Free-flow networking
Continue conversations, exchange details and meet others who can help your business thrive.
🤝 Why Join?
✨ Build genuine local connections in a supportive environment
🤝 Meet potential clients, collaborators and mentors
🎤 Learn practical insights from an experienced executive coach
💡 Share what you do and find new opportunities for growth
🌟 Become part of Manchester’s growing small-business community
💡 Community Access
Your ticket also includes access to our Manchester Business Network on Facebook and LinkedIn – spaces to connect, collaborate and promote what you’re doing all year round.
We’re all about shining a spotlight on independent businesses and entrepreneurs across Didsbury and South Manchester.
If you’re ready to grow your network in 2026, we’d love to welcome you to Wallop for an evening of ideas, connection and collaboration. Spaces are limited to keep the evening relaxed and conversational – book early to secure your spot.
🎫 We are not able to refund tickets the seven days leading up to the event; but will try to do so prior to this. If you contact us within 48 hours of the event, we will offer you the option to transfer the ticket to another event.
