{"id":348,"date":"2025-02-26T14:36:13","date_gmt":"2025-02-26T15:36:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/?p=348"},"modified":"2025-02-26T16:47:20","modified_gmt":"2025-02-26T16:47:20","slug":"69-free-business-events-in-march-you-need-to-know-about","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/index.php\/2025\/02\/26\/69-free-business-events-in-march-you-need-to-know-about\/","title":{"rendered":"69 free business events in March you need to know about"},"content":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Spring is the season of new beginnings. For business owners or aspiring entrepreneurs, it&rsquo;s the perfect time to breathe new life into your network.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whether you&rsquo;re just starting out or already running your own business, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/strategy\/the-ultimate-guide-to-networking\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">networking<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is an essential part of your entrepreneurial journey.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Connecting with fellow founders and industry experts gives you the opportunity to connect with learn, meet with potential clients and gain valuable industry insights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">March is also a great period for women founders to meet up and connect, as International Women&rsquo;s Day (IWD) takes place on Saturday the 8th.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Below, we&rsquo;ve listed 69 UK business networking events across 13 UK cities, all of which are completely free to attend this March.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jumplinks-content\">\n<h3 class=\"jumplinks-content-title\">\n            Jump to your closest city:        <\/h3>\n<ul class=\"jumplinks-content-list\">\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-london-this-month\">Free business events in London this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-newcastle-this-month\">Free business events in Newcastle this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-leeds-this-month\">Free business events in Leeds this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-sheffield-this-month\">Free business events in Sheffield this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-manchester-this-month\">Free business events in Manchester this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-liverpool-this-month\">Free business events in Liverpool this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-birmingham-this-month\">Free business events in Birmingham this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-nottingham-this-month\">Free business events in Nottingham this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-cambridge-this-month\">Free business events in Cambridge this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-oxford-this-month\">Free business events in Oxford this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-bristol-this-month\">Free business events in Bristol this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-cardiff-this-month\">Free business events in Cardiff this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-edinburgh-this-month\">Free business events in Edinburgh this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n                <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-free-business-events-in-glasgow-this-month\">Free business events in Glasgow this month<\/a>\n            <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-london-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in London this month<\/h2>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-156724 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" width=\"1173\" height=\"733\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/london-and-southeast.jpg\"><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">International Women&rsquo;s Day is an opportunity to celebrate <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/payroll\/female-ceos\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">female founders<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and their achievements, as well as raise awareness about the unique struggles that women face in the male-dominated business scene.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are several networking events themed around International Women&rsquo;s Day that are taking place in London this month. These include:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/womens-coffee-circle-march-tickets-1249880408949?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Women&rsquo;s Coffee Circle<\/b><\/a><b> (4 March at 9:30am)<\/b><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/london\/international-women%E2%80%99s-day-women-x-ai-summit-accelerate-action\/100001251255030479\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>IWD x AI Summit Accelerate Action<\/b><\/a><b> (6 March at 6pm)<\/b><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/female-founder-connect-in-person-event-for-international-womens-day-tickets-1246700939069?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Female Founder Connect<\/b><\/a><b> (7 March at 9:30am)<\/b><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/inspirational-business-women-in-stem-construction-tickets-1230297606259?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>IWD in STEM &amp; Construction<\/b><\/a><b> (7 March at 7pm)<\/b><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/international-womens-day-business-event-tickets-1248638002879?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>IWD Business Event<\/b><\/a><b> (8 March at 10am)<\/b><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/london\/international-womens-day-at-drake-andamp;-morgan-kings-cross\/3600027816035712?ref=eventsearch-event-results\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>IWD at Drake &amp; Morgan&rsquo;s Kings Cross<\/b><\/a><b> (8 March at 9am)<\/b><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/london\/celebrating-women-in-tech-monzo%E2%80%99s-international-women%E2%80%99s-day-event\/100001223692078949\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Celebrating Women in Tech: Monzo&rsquo;s IWD Event<\/b><\/a><b> (12 March at 6pm)<\/b><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/success-and-setbacks-the-real-story-of-women-founders-tickets-1230601254479?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Success and Setbacks: The Real Story of Women Founders<\/b><\/a><b> (20 March at 5pm)<\/b><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/women-in-retail-media-networking-launch-event-london-tickets-1148589505129?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Women in Retail Media<\/b><\/a><b> &ndash; Networking Launch Event on 20 March at 6 pm<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Other free London business events in March include:<\/span><\/i><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/grow-london-local-queer-business-networking-event-tickets-1242305050849?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Grow London Local: Queer Business Networking Event<\/b><\/a><b> at Hopton Street (5th March at 12pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a free networking event specifically for LGBT+ businesses to help build their network and share their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-ideas\/cheap-small-business-ideas\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">business ideas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> with like-minded individuals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/evening-social-networking-event-going-for-growth-tickets-1255945279139?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Evening Social Networking Event &ndash; Going for Growth<\/b><\/a><b> at Signorelli Stratford Cross (5th March at 5:30pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an event aimed at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/setting-up\/become-a-sole-trader\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">sole traders<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, freelancers, and small businesses with less than 10 employees, based in Newham and East London.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/london\/the-intent-event-bringing-together-the-brightest-minds-in-ecommerce\/100001226248735979\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>The Intent Event<\/b><\/a><b> at The Racketeer (6th March at 6pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a free event for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/guides\/how-to-start-an-ecommerce-business\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ecommerce businesses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to meet other business owners and learn from the best experts on offering the best <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/marketing\/tips\/customer-service-skills\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">customer experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> through intent-based commerce.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/grow-london-local-coffee-friday-the-source-university-of-east-london-tickets-1247332217239?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Grow London Local Coffee Friday<\/b><\/a><b> at The Source, University of East London (7th March at 10am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a free event where SMEs can meet with other entrepreneurs and Grow London Local&rsquo;s team of business support managers for expert advice. Coffee and cake are provided. There&rsquo;s also an event located in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/grow-london-local-coffee-friday-santander-triton-sq-camden-tickets-1247353410629?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Camden<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/ecom-collab-clubtm-london-12-march-2025-tickets-1237338525839?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>eCom Collab Club at ODEON Luxe West End<\/b><\/a><b> (12th March at 8am):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> ecommerce businesses have the chance to network with industry experts and gain important knowledge on building <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/crm-software\/customer-retention-strategies\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">customer retention<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and loyalty.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/london\/demo-night-for-start-ups-scale-ups-entrepreneurs-and-investors-march\/100001116601568349\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Demo Night for Startups, Scale-Ups, Entrepreneurs &amp; Investors<\/b><\/a><b> at Venture Space (12th March at 6pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a fast-paced networking event where business owners and founders can show their products to an audience of potential investors, experienced professionals and successful entrepreneurs, and get feedback. Free pizza and beer are included.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/ceme-fsb-business-networking-event-tickets-1217832392469?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>CEME &amp; FSB: Business Networking Event<\/b><\/a><b> at CEME Campus (20th March at 10am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Run by the Centre for Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence (CEME) and the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), hear from experts on how to build your brand and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/marketing\/tips\/what-is-digital-marketing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">marketing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for growth. Breakfast pastries provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/london\/free-event-learn-how-to-build-up-a-successful-business\/10000793039792367\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Learn how to build up a successful business<\/b><\/a><b> at Dianetics &amp; Scientology Life Improvement Centre (1st-31st March at 4pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a good opportunity for those <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/guides\/how-to-start-a-business\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">starting a business<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to access valuable advice from experienced professionals on how to grow and build their business successfully.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/london\/grow-with-intent-a-networking-event-to-build-and-scale-your-business\/100001249025291269\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Grow With Intent<\/b><\/a><b> at Triton Square Work Cafe Santander (26th March at 1pm): <\/b>a free event for small business owners and entrepreneurs who are looking to grow their network and discover new growth opportunities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-newcastle-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Newcastle this month<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-149796 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Newcastle\" width=\"706\" height=\"460\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Newcastle.jpg\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/kickstart-your-business-brunch-south-tyneside-tickets-1223330527539?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>&lsquo;Kickstart Your Business&rsquo; Brunch, South Tyneside<\/b><\/a><b> at One Trinity Green (5th March at 10am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a free brunch where business owners alike can come together and learn how to access free market intelligence data, IP assistance and search for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/funding\/grants\/small-business-grants\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">small business grants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/prepare-to-be-inspired-tickets-1218092761239?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Prepare to be inspired<\/b><\/a><b> at Gateshead College (11th March at 2.30pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">discover the importance of resilience and pushing forward when things get tough. Offers the opportunity to network and hear inspirational stories from seasoned entrepreneurs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/collide-network-collaborate-and-accelerate-tickets-1247186892569?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>COLLIDE &ndash; Network, Collaborate and Accelerate<\/b><\/a> <b>at Pop Recs\/Sonny&rsquo;s Coffee &amp; Kitchen (12th March at 6pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ideal for tech founders who are looking to bring their vision to life. Aims to connect tech-minded entrepreneurs with people with strong business ideas to create an innovative business together.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/mint-business-club-meetup-blyth-tickets-1250439230399?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Mint Business Club Meetup: Blyth<\/b><\/a><b> at L of a Bake (18th March at 10am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a relaxed and friendly environment where entrepreneurs of any level can share ideas and get advice on how to grow their businesses.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/connect-aim-networking-at-point-blank-shooting-tickets-1255465544239?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Connect &amp; Aim: Networking<\/b><\/a><b> at Point Blank Shooting (26th March at 5pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an informal business networking event where attendees can let some steam off at Point Blank&rsquo;s simulation shooting range. Free pizza is also provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-leeds-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Leeds this month<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-158356 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" width=\"706\" height=\"471\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Leeds.jpg\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/big-futures-in-small-businesses-innovation-tickets-1235692031129?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Big Future in Small Businesses<\/b><\/a><b> at Jacobs (3rd March at 8:30am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a seminar for Leeds firms to learn how to hire the best technical skills among graduates and newbies to the workforce. Free breakfast is provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/women-who-hustle-build-grow-and-market-your-business-tickets-1226070111709?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Women Who Hustle: Build, Grow and Market Your Business<\/b><\/a><b> at Metro Bank (5th March at 9am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an ideal opportunity for women founders looking to turn their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/guides\/how-to-start-a-side-hustle-2\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">side hustles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> into fully-fledged businesses. Offers networking opportunities, plus tips on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/strategy\/build-brand-identity\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">how to build a brand<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and business coaching insights.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/harehills\/she-can-shine-international-womens-day-2025\/100001132616900639\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>She Can Shine &ndash; International Women&rsquo;s Day 2025<\/b><\/a><b> at Shine (7th March at 10am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">supported by the Leeds City Council and in partnership with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, Shine is celebrating IWD by holding a special event where female founders can connect and gain insights from inspirational guest speakers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/charvion-networking-event-entrepreneurs-investors-business-stakeholder-tickets-1246696947129?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Charvion Networking Event: Entrepreneurs, Investors &amp; Business Stakeholder <\/b><\/a><b>at Leeds Beckett University (21st March at 1pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">connect with 50+ professionals, including investors, mentors, legal advisors, suppliers and service providers.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-sheffield-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Sheffield this month<\/h2>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-149257 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" width=\"706\" height=\"460\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sheffield-1.jpg\"><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/business-idea-support-session-sheffield-tickets-1245148024259?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Business Idea Support Session: Sheffield<\/b><\/a><b> at The Hope Centre (7th March at 10am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a great opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to brainstorm, develop and refine their business ideas by networking with experienced mentors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/woodseats-business-networking-bring-and-share-reserve-the-date-tickets-1234573796459?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Woodseats Business Networking &ndash; Bring and Share<\/b><\/a><b> at Datamills (11th March at 10am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">offers businesses the opportunity to connect with local entrepreneurs, share ideas and discover new opportunities. Free coffee and cake are provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/meet-the-local-experts-insider-tips-from-successful-entrepreneurs-tickets-1221097729179?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Meet the Local Experts: Insider Tips from Successful Entrepreneurs<\/b><\/a><b> at Electric Works (20th March at 5:30pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an open Q&amp;A session where business owners can gain valuable insights from experts across multiple industries, including tech, retail and manufacturing. Also offers networking opportunities at the end of the panel.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/sheffield-startup-meetup-tickets-685588482607?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Sheffield Startup Meet Up<\/b><\/a><b> at Chocolate Bar (27th March at 5:30pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">open to businesses of every stage, whether you&rsquo;re new to the scene and looking for inspiration, or already a fully-fledged business in need of support.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-manchester-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Manchester this month<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-150990 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Bicycles On Street In City\" width=\"706\" height=\"474\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bikes-in-Manchester.jpg\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/manchester\/international-womens-day-women-in-business\/100001244866532309\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>International Women&rsquo;s Day: Women in Business<\/b><\/a><b> at Broughton Hub (5th March at 11:30am):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> an event dedicated to celebrating and empowering women in business across all industries, with plenty of networking opportunities for current and upcoming female founders to network with others and learn from successful entrepreneurs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/alex-his-sisters-networking-for-inspirational-women-in-business-march-tickets-1151474524299?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Alex &amp; His Sisters: Networking for Inspirational Women In Business<\/b><\/a><b> at The Con Club (11th March at 9:30am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a free event where aspiring and current female entrepreneurs can learn from inspirational women in business and network with like-minded peers and industry leaders to help grow their ventures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/manchester\/north-manchester-business-network-annual-celebration-event\/100001214828888909\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>North Manchester Business Network Annual Celebration Event<\/b><\/a><b> at Arbeta (13th March at 5pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an annual event where businesses of all stages can meet, mingle, and network with others to build connections and discover new opportunities for growth and collaboration. Free food and drink are provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/salford\/women-who-mean-business-a-freelanceher-celebration\/100001228186913119\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Women Who Mean Business: A FreelanceHER Celebration<\/b><\/a><b> at Blue Tower (13th March at 6pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">this event celebrates the highs and lows of women in business, offering female founders the opportunity to learn practical strategies from a panel of successful business leaders. Free drinks and canapes are provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/manchester\/festival-of-enterprise\/100001209521083119\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Festival of Enterprise<\/b><\/a><b> at the Royal Exchange Theatre (14th March at 9:30am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a fun and dynamic event that offers a range of useful insights, hands-on workshops on marketing, finance and exportation, inspiring talks from successful entrepreneurs, and plenty of networking opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-liverpool-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Liverpool this month<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-149802 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Liverpool\" width=\"706\" height=\"460\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Liverpool.jpg\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/south-liverpool-business-forum-tickets-1214860573679?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>South Liverpool Business Forum<\/b><\/a><b> at the Crowne Plaza (13th March at 10am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an interactive event with the aim to build local business engagement and ways to drive South Liverpool&rsquo;s growth and inclusion. Free refreshments are provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/speke\/ce3-international-womens-day-networking-event\/100001254883824299\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>International Women&rsquo;s Day Networking Event<\/b><\/a><b> at CE3 (14th March at 11am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a chance for female entrepreneurs to build valuable business relationships, plus showcase their business with a trade table. Free refreshments are provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/liverpool\/liverpool-business-fair-2025\/100001085911794409\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Liverpool Business Fair 2025<\/b><\/a><b> at St George&rsquo;s Hall (25th March at 10:30 am): <\/b>a popular B2B event with around 60 exhibitors and hundreds of business visitors, offering a range of exhibitions, seminars, networking opportunities, plus one-to-one coaching with expert exhibitors.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-birmingham-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Birmingham this month<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-149792 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Birmingham, UK.\" width=\"706\" height=\"460\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Birmingham.jpg\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/birmingham\/a-guide-to-growing-your-business-and-international-expansion\/100001216481080659\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>A Guide to Growing Your Business and International Expansion<\/b><\/a><b> at Dains Accountants Limited (5th March at 9:30am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an event where local businesses of all industries can interact and engage with others through networking sessions, panel discussions and interactive workshops. Also offers business support resources in funding for market expansion, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/tax\/what-is-vat-and-how-does-it-affect-my-small-business\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">value-added tax (VAT)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> customs, compliance and more.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/steering-small-businesses-leadership-in-the-west-midlands-tickets-1223316335089?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Steering Small Businesses: Leadership in the West Midlands<\/b><\/a><b> at STEAMhouse (5th March at 4pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a panel discussion hosted by a range of industry experts, local academics and successful entrepreneurs to discuss leadership challenges in small businesses. Concludes with a networking session.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/birmingham\/aston-centre-for-growth-networking-event\/100001151421756469\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Aston Centre for Growth Networking Event<\/b><\/a><b> at John Cadbury House, Aston University (11th March at 9am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">entrepreneurs and business leaders of all stages are welcome &ndash; whether you&rsquo;re just starting out or already an established business. Gain practical advice or collaborate with like-minded individuals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/accessible-ai-for-smes-and-its-practical-applications-tickets-1203434999479?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Accessible AI for SMEs and its practical applications<\/b><\/a><b> at Curzon Building (12th March at 8:30am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an exclusive networking event designed for small businesses and SMEs to explore the potential of AI. Offers networking opportunities to connect with other professionals and learn about AI&rsquo;s practical applications.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-nottingham-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Nottingham this month<\/h2>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/west%20bridgford\/rbp-west-bridgford-networking-portello-lounge\/10000802842683077\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-149798 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Nottingham\" width=\"706\" height=\"460\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Nottingham.jpg\"><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/womens-business-networking-event-tickets-1205190309659?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Women&rsquo;s Business Networking Event<\/b><\/a><b> at Lace Bar (1st March 7pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a fun and vibrant networking event that brings together female-led startups and entrepreneurs through collaborative networking. Open to businesses at all levels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/networking-portello-lounge-tickets-1082565204669?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Networking @ Portello Lounge<\/b><\/a><b> (7th March at 8am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a relaxed and welcoming meet-up that attracts a range of businesses, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/marketing\/tips\/what-is-social-media-marketing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">social media<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> experts, photographers, accountants, HR specialists and more. A good opportunity for new and established businesses to expand their network, share ideas and build new relationships. There&rsquo;s also a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/networking-ruddington-arms-tickets-1082472527469?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">meet-up in Ruddington<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> on the 21st of March.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/nottingham-lunch-networking-with-4n-tickets-1219343421999?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Nottingham Lunch Networking with 4N<\/b><\/a><b> at Holly Tree Farm (11th March at 12pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">this event is free but comes with a &pound;15 VAT free later on. Kicks off with a round of 40-second pitches where firms can spotlight their products and services, followed by brunch, networking, and a presentation with actionable strategies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/nottinghamshire-kuku-connect-tickets-1245890324499?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Nottinghamshire KuKu Connect<\/b><\/a><b> at Roxy Ball Room (12th March at 6pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">this event is free to attend for the first visit, after which membership with KuKu Connect is required. Offers local firms a chance to greet and gab in a relaxed environment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/tech-business-meetup-drinks-and-networking-tickets-1241822056199?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Tech Business Meetup &ndash; Drinks and Networking<\/b><\/a><b> at Portello Lounge (19th March at 6pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">designed specifically for small businesses in the tech sector to connect with others and engage in an inclusive community.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-cambridge-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Cambridge this month<\/h2>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-158358 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" width=\"706\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Cambrdige.jpg\"><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/east-anglian-women-in-business-ely-meeting-tickets-1043467187447?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>East Anglian Women in Business Ely Meeting<\/b><\/a><b> at Arbuckles Restaurant (4th March at 10:30am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a free networking event for women-led businesses to connect with others in a friendly and supportive environment. Free refreshments are provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/women-in-business-new-era-tickets-1152465418089?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Women in Business &ndash; New Era<\/b><\/a><b> at Cambridge Central Library (7th March at 11am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an event that celebrates International Women&rsquo;s Day with guest speakers and the opportunity for female business owners to network with the speakers and other fellow founders to grow their network and access valuable support.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/founders-live-cambridge-tickets-1216949381359?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&amp;keep_tld=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Founders Live Cambridge<\/b><\/a><b> at Mills &amp; Reeve (20th March at 5:30pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a pitch and networking event where businesses have 99 seconds to pitch their company and value proposition in front of an audience.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-oxford-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Best free business events in Oxford this month<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-158357 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" width=\"706\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Oxford.jpg\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/get-connected-simple-business-networking-with-get-ahead-va-and-metro-bank-tickets-1113523862849?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&amp;keep_tld=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Get Connected &ndash; Simple Business Networking<\/b><\/a><b> at Metro Bank (20th March at 9:30am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a fun and informative networking event where businesses at all stages can make new connections and expand their professional circle. Experts from GetAhead will also be available to share advice on successful networking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/startup-huddle-networking-event-tickets-1256339097059?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Startup Huddle &ndash; networking event at Business<\/b><\/a><b> at Intellectual Property Centre Oxfordshire (20th March at 6pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Oxfordshire&rsquo;s largest monthly networking event that takes place every third Thursday of the month. Free refreshments are provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/celebrating-business-start-up-and-success-tickets-1260577082989?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Celebrating Business Start-Up and Success<\/b><\/a><b> at Leonardo Royal Hotel (27th March at 12:30pm):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 200 small businesses come together to celebrate success, share ambitions, and build connections. Kicks off with a lunch, followed by a session dedicated to success stories and a presentation on resilience in business.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-bristol-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Bristol this month<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-149795 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Bristol\" width=\"706\" height=\"460\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bristol.jpg\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/south-west-regional-meeting-march-2025-registration-1214226457019?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>South West Regional Meeting March 2025<\/b><\/a><b> at NatWest (4th March at 10am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an opportunity for growing businesses and aspiring chains to network and connect with franchise professionals from the South West region.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/good-employment-charter-international-womens-day-2025-tickets-1248111829079?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&amp;keep_tld=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Good Employment Charter &ndash; International Women&rsquo;s Day 2025<\/b><\/a><b> at Engine Shed (5th March at 9:30am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a special event focused on driving change in the workplace. A good opportunity for businesses to learn how to build a more inclusive and supportive <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/strategy\/organisational-culture\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">organisational culture<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/network-for-your-net-worth-tickets-1248007537139?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Network for Your Net-Worth<\/b><\/a><b> at Bristol And Bath Science Park (12th March at 5:30pm): <\/b>a quarterly networking event where entrepreneurs can meet local community organisations and businesses to learn what services they provide to collaborate or even develop future partnerships.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/bristol-start-up-social-innovators-uncensored-tickets-1217746575789?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Bristol Start-Up Social, Innovators Uncensored<\/b><\/a><b> at Riverstation (19th March at 6pm): <\/b>brings startups, founders and small businesses together in a casual and fun atmosphere with a focus on early-stage startups and open talks about the realities of running a business. Free refreshments are provided.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/bristol-innovators-group-first-meet-up-of-2025-tickets-1255788109039?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Bristol Innovators&rsquo; Group First Meet Up of 2025<\/b><\/a><b> at The Square Club (19th March at 6pm): <\/b>a cross-sector networking event where businesses come together to learn about innovation and connect with others. Guest speakers to be announced.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-cardiff-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Cardiff this month<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-158359 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" width=\"706\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Cardiff-2.jpg\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/in-person-business-networking-in-cardiff-tickets-1119622293419?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>In Person Business Networking in Cardiff<\/b><\/a><b> at The Maltings (4th March at 9:30am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a free networking event held on the first Tuesday of every month.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/meet-and-mingle-empowering-the-next-generation-tickets-1142722928039?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Meet and Mingle: Empowering the next generation<\/b><\/a><b> at Cardiff Metropolitan University (4th March at 6pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an event that brings business founders and thought leaders together to empower a new generation of talent and business growth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/cardiff-business-and-breakfast-networking-rhwydweithio-brecwast-a-busnes-tickets-1255502173799?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&amp;keep_tld=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>CARDIFF: Business and Breakfast Networking<\/b><\/a><b> at Future Inn (13th March at 11:30am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">offers an open and relaxed environment where Cardiff-based business owners can connect with like-minded individuals and learn from expert guest speakers. Free refreshments are provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-edinburgh-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Edinburgh this month<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-152671 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Scottish Parliament, Holyrood, Edinburgh\" width=\"706\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Holyrood.jpg\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/startup-huddle-edinburgh-tickets-1185008986779?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Startup Huddle: Edinburgh<\/b><\/a><b> at Bright Red Triangle (4th March at 5pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">business owners are encouraged to share their biggest challenges and receive support and advice on business growth and development from their fellow Edinburgh businesses.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/edinburgh-networking-social-games-night-tickets-1224880393229?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Edinburgh Networking Social &ndash; GAMES NIGHT<\/b><\/a><b> at Edinburgh Accelerator (20th March at 3 pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">bringing networking and games together, this event is designed to bring businesses together to meet new connections through the fun of board games.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/entrepreneurs-social-club-esc-edinburgh-startup-meetup-tickets-457023578827?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Entrepreneurs Social Club (ESC) &ndash; Edinburgh Startup Meetup<\/b><\/a><b> at The Botanist (26th March at 6pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a monthly gathering for entrepreneurs, engineers and industry professionals to come together, get advice, and even find investment opportunities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/marchs-collaboration-club-networking-for-female-business-owners-tickets-1260845927109?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>March&rsquo;s Collaboration Club &ndash; Networking for Female Business Owners<\/b><\/a><b> at Hotel Indigo (26th March at 8pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a warm and welcoming environment for female founders, hosted at the gorgeous Hotel Indigo right in the heart of the city.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n<div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-free-business-events-in-glasgow-this-month\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\">\n<h2>Free business events in Glasgow this month<\/h2>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-147208 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Glasgow city centre\" width=\"706\" height=\"460\" data-src=\"http:\/\/portraitsbylorie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Glasgow.jpg\"><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/business-networking-in-glasgow-tickets-1245990935429?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Business Networking in Glasgow<\/b><\/a><b> at Nuffield Health (5th March at 6:30 am): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a free event hosted by BNI Dynamo. Build valuable relationships in a relaxed, friendly environment. Free breakfast is provided.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/glasgow-accelerator-social-club-tickets-998485556177?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Glasgow Accelerator Social Club<\/b><\/a><b> at Accelerator Hub (18th March at 12:30 pm): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">an open and informal networking event where businesses can share experiences, connect, and support each other.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/networking-coffee-morning-with-bipc-glasgow-tickets-1258213734149?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Networking Coffee Morning with BIPC Glasgow<\/b><\/a><b> at The Mitchell Library (21st March at 10 am): <\/b>a friendly networking coffee morning, offering free breakfast with a side of local resources and support for your entrepreneurial journey, sunny side up.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/news\/free-networking-events-uk-march-2025\/\">69 free business events in March you need to know about<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\">Startups.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spring is the season of new beginnings. 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