Durham Business Group

DBC return to Sjovoll Centre Durham!
2015-02-10 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | The Sjøvoll Centre, Front Street, Durham, DH1 5BZ, United Kingdom
Join us for a business twist on Valentine’s as we explore the formula for the perfect match!
You’ve cracked the science of Networking so there will be, as ever, plenty of time for that before the main event and over a buffet served at the end of the evening.
We look forward to welcoming you and introducing the many new members of 2015.

DBC at Sage UK
2015-03-10 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Sage UK, North Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE13 9AA, United Kingdom
Join us as we return to the fantastic offices of Sage UK in Great Park, Nr Gosforth.
The event will include information about the all important pension auto-enrolment, new members and other news. Buffet & Networking.

DBC Breakfast at Sage Gateshead
2015-03-26 08:00 - 10:00 (Europe/London) | Sage Gateshead, Saint Mary's Square, Gateshead, NE8 2JR, United Kingdom
We invite you to join us for our ever popular breakfast meeting hosted by the iconic Sage Gateshead. Since our last visit the venue has celebrated ten years and there’s many exciting times and events to share with you. Enjoy spectacular views of Newcastle Gateshead quayside from the open balcony overlooking the concourse.

Catch up with members and meet guests for an informal networking breakfast over a coffee and bacon sandwich. What better way to start your working day?

DBC Meet the Funders at Radisson Blu
2015-04-14 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Radisson Blu Hotel, Frankland Lane, Durham, DH1 5TA, United Kingdom
You may or may not be in the market for funds to grow and develop your business but your clients or contacts may and knowing what’s on offer in the region is vitally important.
So, as well as our usual informal meeting and networking, this month we invite you to Meet the Funders and hear how they may be able to help you to grow your business.
The FFBNE fund (also known as the JEREMIE programme) is the most successful of its type in the UK and since its launch in 2010, it has provided debt and equity funding to more than 700 SMEs. Investments have been made in companies across a wide range of sectors, including bio-technology, manufacturing, engineering and renewable energy.

DBC Breakfast at The Stables, Beamish Hall Hotel
2015-04-23 08:00 - 10:00 (Europe/London) | Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, Stanley, Co Durham, DH9 0YB, United Kingdom
We’re heading back to one of our favourite venues for our popular Monthly Informal Breakfast Meeting in the Stables Restaurant. Set in the beautiful surroundings of Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, here’s hoping for a sunny morning so we can sit and watch the squirrels in between the networking!

Another warm welcome awaits us, along with chef specials and it’s never too early to sample beer from the micro brewery.

Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC invites you to Novus Seaham - You're hired!
2015-05-12 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Novus Business Centre, Spectrum 7, Spectrum Business Park, Seaham, SR7 7TT, United Kingdom
We’re heading over to the sea for the next club meeting as East Durham Business Services
host our event at Novus Seaham. In addition to the business support and conference centre EDBS offer apprenticeships and it got us wondering who’s got what it takes to be ‘the Apprentice’!
Well, tonight we’re going to find out as our own ‘Lord Sugar’ does the hiring and firing and you get to help keep the prospective winners in with a chance of the big prize and avoid the dreaded pointed finger!
Lots of opportunity for networking and a light buffet to finish off the evening.

DBC Breakfast at New College Durham
2015-05-21 08:00 - 10:00 (Europe/London) | New College Durham, Framwellgate Moor Campus, Framwellgate, Durham , DH1 5ES, United Kingdom
At last year’s club meeting we heard how New College Durham has developed into one of the cornerstones of education development in the North East and heard first hand from some fantastic students. This time the college will host our ever popular informal breakfast meeting. We hope you can join us as we network and enjoy the impressive facilities. We look forward to welcoming you.
Free to DBC Members
£10 non members (max. 2 visits)

DBC invite you to Tea with Thomas & friends
2015-06-09 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | The Locomotion, Soho Street, Shildon, DL4 1PQ, United Kingdom
We invite you to let off steam at the magnificent Locomotion. An informal evening of
networking and discovery as we introduce you to the delights of another of the region’s hidden treasures.

So join us as we enjoy our club meeting at one of the most popular railway museums in the world. View the collection and hear more about the history of these fantastic engines.

DBC Members free to attend
Non Members £10 (max. 2 visits)

DBC 'Summer at Brambles' Poplar Tree Garden Centre
2015-07-14 06:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Brambles, Shincliffe Garden Centre, Durham, DH1 2NG
We are delighted to return to Brambles for another Summer evening in the pretty Poplar Tree Garden Centre. It doesn’t seem a year ago since we enjoyed inspirational speakers, gin tasting and a sweepstake ahead of the world cup!

Well, I’m not sure how we will follow that line up but you can be sure of a great evening of networking and activity.

Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Breakfast at Durham University Botanic Gardens
2015-07-30 08:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | Durham University Botanic Garden, Hollingside Lane, South Road, Durham, DH1 3TN, United Kingdom
We’re delighted to invite you to join us at the beautiful Botanic Gardens as guests of Event Durham. We will be given private access to hear about and explore this unique garden in all it’s Summertime glory.

Yet another fantastic location for informal networking and if the sun is shining we can enjoy breakfast alfresco!
Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Summer Social Garden Party at Beamish Hall
2015-08-11 07:00 - 23:00 (Europe/London) | Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, Stanley, Co Durham, DH9 0YB, United Kingdom
By order of the Queen of Hearts you are summoned to a land of wonders wild and new as we stepthrough the looking glass and join Alice for a Garden Party on the beautiful lawns of Beamish Hall Country House Hotel.

Bring along friends and family and enjoy the company of your fellow members at a garden party with a glass of Pimms and Barbeque. In keeping with the theme we will be judging the best dressed hat and you can enjoy a game of Croquet on the lawn. For the more adventurous among us, there’s an opportunity to swing through the high ropes of Beamish Wild.
We hope you can join us for a sophisticated (or wild!) evening as we raise a glass and cake to Christine at her very last DBC event before she heads off to retirement. Tickets must be paid for prior to the event.
Don’t be late, save the date!
Members & their guests £17.50
Non Member £20

DBC Breakfast at 9 Altars Cafe & Tour of Durham on Foot
2015-08-25 08:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | Unnamed Venue, 19A Silver Street, Durham, DH1 3RB, United Kingdom
We’re going to walk off our breakfast on Tuesday as we enjoy a walking tour of Durham with our expert guide Ian of Durham on Foot.
Due to the nature of this event we are limited with numbers, the first 30 members to register only I’m afraid but we can set another date if popular. Also, unusually for DBC events (but well worth it) there is a small charge of £5 per person to be paid to Ian on the day, please remember your fiver!

We will gather at 8 am and enjoy a networking breakfast at the lovely 9 Altars Cafe before our tour (wonder if it’s too early for cake). Please wear comfortable shoes for walking, we hope you can join us for this adventure as we explore more of the city’s hidden treasures.

Members Only – £5 to be paid on arrival

DBC at BIPC, Newcastle City Library
2015-09-08 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Newcastle City Library, 33 New Bridge Street West, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AX, United Kingdom
We may be holding our next meeting at Newcastle City Library but we’re not asking for hush as we have an evening of stand up marketing and networking to look forward to!

Hosted by Business & IP Centre, guest speaker John McRae will share his passion and expertise for marketing, filled with humour and practical hints and tips to put the smile into your business.

Moving the agenda around the buffet will be served at the beginning of the evening from 6 pm. We look forward to welcoming you.

DBC Members free to attend

Non Members £10 (max. 2 visits)

DBC Breakfast at Whitworth Hall
2015-09-23 08:00 - 10:00 (Europe/London) | Whitworth Hall, Whitworth Hall Country Park, Spennymoor, DL16 7QX, United Kingdom
It’s been far too long but we’re returning to Whitworth Hall Hotel, set in its own picturesque deer park with elegant formal gardens and ornamental lake, located only 6 miles from Durham.

We do hope you can join us for more informal breakfast networking and spectacular surroundings, before the deer curl up for the Winter.
New Members are invited to attend the Meet & Greet immediately following the breakfast between 10 am – 11 am

Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC invites you to Business Central Darlington
2015-10-13 18:00 - 20:30 (Europe/London) | Business Central, 2 Union Square, Central Park, Darlington, DL1 1GL, United Kingdom
We’re coming together with our friends at Darlington Business Club to showcase the fantastic Business Central Darlington. Members will have the opportunity to showcase their business with table and banner stand space.
In addition to the Member Showcase we will welcome new members, hear from great speakers and end the evening in our usual way, with a networking buffet.
DBC Members free to attend
Non Members £10 (max. 2 visits)

DBC & NECC Exchange at Ramside Hall Hotel
2015-10-23 11:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | Ramside Hall Hotel
DBC is swapping breakfast for lunch this month as our friends from NECC invite us to join their flagship networking event in the ballroom of Ramside Hall Hotel.
This event encourages an exchange of experiences, ideas and offers between businesses; intertwined with multiple opportunities to network and build new contacts. A round-table networking event with three table changes. The first table ‘Sharing a Success’ – delegates are encouraged to share a recent business success. The second table ‘Discussing a Challenge’ – delegates are encouraged to discuss current or recent challenges, how you may have overcome this challenge or if someone is facing a current challenge, those around the table are encouraged to offer advice and guidance. The third table is a 60 second pitch about your business.
There are a limited number of exhibition stands available at £25 plus VAT please contact Ashley of NECC to book a stand
Ashley.Carney@necc.co.uk
We’re delighted to play a part in this very special 200th year for NECC, it’s also been exciting times for Ramside since our last visit as the hotel also boasts the Spa at Ramside and we hope to give you a peek of the luxury Spa and Fusion Restaurant following lunch.

DBC invites you to Breakfast at Ramside Spa
2015-11-25 08:00 - 10:00 UTC | Ramside Hall Hotel, Ramside Hall, Carville, Durham, DH1 1TD, United Kingdom
Following the closure of Bistro 21 and, as promised, we have found an equally lovely venue for our next breakfast meeting. We are delighted to invite you to join us at the Fusion Restaurant, set within The Spa at Ramside Hall.
We will enjoy our informal networking breakfast in this sumptious pan asian restaurant and be treat to a tour of the spectacular spa facilities.
If you had already booked a place for the breakfast at Bistro 21 there is no need to register again, if you’re no longer able to attend please let me know.
Free to DBC Members £10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)
We look forward to welcoming you.

Durham Business Group AGM & Christmas Lunch Radisson Blu Durham
2015-12-08 12:00 - 14:30 UTC | Radisson Blu Hotel, Frankland Lane, Durham, DH1 5TA, United Kingdom
We invite you to join us for our final event of 2015!

Durham Business Group Annual General Meeting will be held at Radisson Blu
Durham followed by an optional Christmas lunch.
12 – 12.30 pm Networking

12.30 pm Welcome – Annual General Meeting
The AGM is open to Members Only       
Once the formalities are over we hope you will get into the festive spirit and stay for lunch!
1.00 – 2.30 pm 2 course Christmas lunch served with a glass of wine, followed by coffee & mince pies. (select your main choice on registration page)
Cost £17 pp inc VAT to be paid by Friday 4th December
Colleagues are welcome so go on bring your office party to us!

DBC 'Let's Kick off the New Year Making an Exhibition of Ourselves!'
2016-01-12 18:30 - 21:45 UTC | Riverside Suite, Durham County Cricket Club, Durham Emirates International Cricket Ground, Riverside, Chester-le-Street, Durham, DH3 3QR, United Kingdom
We invite you to kick off the New Year at our Annual ‘Member Showcase’ event at Emirates Durham County Cricket Club!
Now in it’s fifth year, it’s back bigger than ever and this year supported by UKTI, places are limited so book today!
What better way to get motivated in 2016 than a business showcase event and a great evening of networking, let’s face it we all need a little helping hand in January!

The event is free to attend for members and £10 for non members (max. 2 visits) with a nominal charge for those wishing to exhibit.
£20 inc. VAT for Members (including entry for up to 2)
£40 inc. VAT for Non Members (including entry for up to 2)

DBC Breakfast @ Hardwick Hall Hotel Sedgefield
2016-01-26 08:00 - 10:00 UTC | Hardwick Hall Hotel, Sedgfield, Durham , TS21 2EH, United Kingdom
New Year, New Venue!

We’re delighted to invite you to join us for our first breakfast of 2016 at the beautiful Hardwick Hall Hotel. A little further South for this one but close to the the A1 and surrounded by the magnificent Hardwick Country Park.

Enjoy informal breakfast networking; what better way to start your working day!

Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Invites you to Fat Buddha Durham
2016-02-09 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Fat Buddha Durham, Walkergate, Durham, DH1 1SQ, United Kingdom
A year ago we enjoyed our most popular breakfast of 2015 at Fat Buddha Durham. This time we will return for an evening with the Buddha!

Join us for an evening of networking in the delightful Fat Buddha Asian Bar & Kitchen. Find out more about Durham’s Asian Fusion restaurant and bring your working day to a close in great company with a splash of flavour!

Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Breakfast @ Ushaw College, Durham
2016-02-25 08:00 - 10:00 UTC | Ushaw College, Durham , DH7 9RH, United Kingdom
Join us for breakfast at the serene Ushaw College in Durham. A former Catholic seminary, now a Licensed Hall of Residence of the University of Durham, it is one of the North East’s hidden gems.
Immerse yourself in the rich, fascinating history and fine Victorian architecture; a great way to start your working day!
Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Invites you to Durham University Business School
2016-03-08 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Durham University Business School, Mill Hill Lane , Durham, DH1 3LB, United Kingdom
Following a great evening of networking with cocktails at Fat Buddha it’s time to get back to business!
We’re delighted to invite you to join us at Durham University Business School. Founded in 1965 in the heart of Durham, a renowned place of learning for over 1,000 years, the Business School connects students and alumni with global companies, and links businesses with incisive and innovative thinking.
Programme Director, Dr Julie Hodges will outline the newly launched MBA for 2016 introducing Claire Osbourn, a current online student, who will share how she balances her MBA studies with her professional life. The evening will be closed by Tracey Wallis Million, Corporate Relations Manager who will discuss how businesses can engage with DUBS.
Networking Buffet from 6 pm.
Places are limited so please book early, priority will be given to member businesses
(max. 2 people per company)
DBC Members free to attend
Non Members £10 (max. 2 visits)

DBC Breakfast @ Sage, Gateshead
2016-03-22 08:00 - 10:00 UTC | Sage Gateshead, Saint Mary's Square, Gateshead, NE8 2JR, United Kingdom
We invite you to join us for our ever popular breakfast meeting as we return to the iconic Sage Gateshead. Since our last visit the venue has undergone exciting times and there’s more news and events to share with you. Enjoy spectacular views of Newcastle Gateshead quayside from the open balcony overlooking the concourse.
Catch up with members and meet guests for an informal networking breakfast over a coffee and bacon sandwich. What better way to start your working day?
Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

Marketing Surgery @ Durham Office Services
2016-04-12 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Portland House, Durham, Portland House Belmont Business Park Durham , Durham, County Durham, DH1 1TW, United Kingdom
If you’ve ever wondered how to improve your marketing activity, design an effective promotional leaflet or wanted feedback regarding your website, this is your opportunity to obtain expert marketing advice.

Paul Finch from Pulse Creative Marketing is holding a series of marketing surgeries at Durham Office Services, providing FREE 1-2-1 marketing advice on:

Developing a marketing plan
Review of your promotional material
Website Review
How to use social media

And much more..

To find out more email or book online

DBC Presents 'Invested Interest' @ Beamish Hall Country House Hotel
2016-04-12 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, Stanley, Co Durham, DH9 0YB, United Kingdom
You may remember we Met the Funders last April, as the panel of experts shared advice to help grow and develop your business. One year on, we invite you to Meet the Investees who will share their experience of the process following the investment in their business!

The FFBNE fund also known as JEREMIE programme has provided debt & equity funding to businesses since its launch in 2010. Backed by cash from European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and European Investment Bank (EIB). The scheme has invested in a wide range of businesses from Micro businesses and start up’s to fast growth medium sized enterprises.

The panel discussion will once again be facilitated by Caroline Theobald of The Bridge Club. We’re in the beautiful Winter Gardens of Beamish Hall Hotel. Hope you can join us for this event, we have a networking buffet for starters from 6 pm with dessert served at the end of the evening.

North East Finance, Clive Owen LLP and the Fund Managers will also be on hand to offer their expertise and advice.
Please bring along any questions for yourself or your clients, or better still bring them along.

DBC Members & invited guests – Free to attend
Non members – £10 (max. 2 visits)

DBC Breakfast & Member Showcase @ Town Hall Durham
2016-04-28 08:00 - 10:00 UTC | Durham Town Hall, Market Place, DH1 3NJ
Join us for our ever popular Informal Networking Breakfast meeting as we return to the stunning Town Hall, another hidden gem in the heart of the city.
Thanks to Business Durham supporting the event we invite DBC members to showcase your businesses at no cost.
Places are limited, please see registration page to reserve a table.

Free to DBC Members & your guests
£10 Non Members

DBC @ MetroMail, Seaham
2016-05-10 18:00 - 21:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Metro Mail, Unit 5, FoxcoverEnterprise Park , Seaham, County Durham , SR7 7DN, United Kingdom
Over the last couple of decades Metromail have been busy investing in mammoth machinery and clever gadgets (not to mention a fantastic team) to ensure that they’re seriously smooooooth operators.
We hope you can join us as we go behind the scenes of one of the UK’s largest mailing houses and end the evening with a networking buffet.
Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

Marketing Magic Seminar @ Durham Office Services
2016-05-17 09:30 - 11:30 UTC | Portland House, Durham, Portland House Belmont Business Park Durham , Durham, County Durham, DH1 1TW, United Kingdom
Marketing Magic is a fun, interactive seminar packed full of practical marketing hints and tips. Whether you are an established business or just starting out you’ll receive some great marketing advice to apply to your business.
Venue: Portland House, Belmont Business Park, Durham, DH1 1TW
Organisers: Durham Office Services & Pulse Creative Marketing
For more information and to book click here

DBC Decides - In or Out? @ Ushaw College, Durham
2016-06-14 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Ushaw College, Durham , DH7 9RH, United Kingdom
Durham Business Club members take to the stage of Ushaw College to debate the big question on the EU Referendum, In or Out?
We return to beautiful Ushaw College and take our seats in the theatre for what we hope will be a lively, informed debate.

What are the implications for the North East and what impact would the result have on the region and your business?

Do you have strong views either way or are you still struggling to decide which way you will vote?

If you missed out on this gem of a place the last time, there will be another opportunity for tours of the college, chapel and grounds before curtain up at 7 pm. The evening will end in the usual way with a networking buffet.
Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)
