Durham Business Group

DBC Breakfast with Valued ‘Punch Above Your Weight Event’ @ Valued Offices
2016-06-30 08:30 - 11:00 UTC | Valued, Office 92, Viewpoint, Derwentside Business Centre, Consett , County Durham , DH8 6BN, United Kingdom
Breakfast with a difference this month as Valued invite us to be part of their Punch Above Your Weight event, held at their offices in Derwentside Business Centre.
Punch Above Your Weight NE not only brings together like-minded businesses, it also shares the success stories of some of the most influential north east business minds to help you succeed, grow and Punch Above Your Weight!
Please note the later start and finish time, there were still be plenty time for our usual informal breakfast networking, with the added bonus of inspirational speakers. What better way to start your day?
Free to DBC Members & guests of Valued
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Evening @ Auckland Castle
2016-07-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Auckland Castle, Market Place, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7NR, United Kingdom
Join us as we soak in the history and look to the future, with an evening of networking at Auckland Castle, one of the UK’s most important historical buildings. Since the days of the Norman Conquest in the 11th Century, Auckland Castle has been a seat of power.
For almost 900 years, it has been the palace of the Prince Bishops of Durham and although the site where Auckland Castle now stands has seen numerous changes, few will have been as far reaching and visionary as those which are set to take place in the 21st Century, with major restorations beginning in September 2016.
This is such an exciting time for the castle which is also the backdrop to Kynren the UK’s most spectacular open-air live action night show since the opening of the London 2012 Olympics, opening the week before our visit! The evening will end with a networking buffet in the Library Tea Room.
Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Breakfast @ Ramside Hall Hotel
2016-07-26 08:00 - 10:00 | Ramside Hall Hotel
It’s Summertime so what better place to enjoy a DBC breakfast than a marquee!
We invite you to join us for informal networking over breakfast in the beautiful gardens of Ramside Hall Hotel with optional tours of the hotel and facilities. What better way to start your working day?
Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)
Marquee is located to the rear of the ballroom.

DBC Summer Elizabethan Banquet @ Lumley Castle Hotel
2016-08-09 19:00 - 23:30 | Lumley Castle Hotel, Chester-le-Street, County Durham , DH3 4NX, United Kingdom
Come and live like Lords and Ladies of a bygone age where you can experience a night out with fellow members, family and friends you will never forget. The Elizabethan Banquet takes place in a candlelit setting where you are served traditional fayre, mead and wine by the Court Chamberlain and his Herald, together with the Ladies of the Court and the Court Musicians.
Five course banquet feast
Two goblets of wine and mead
Entertainment by the Lords and Ladies of the Court
Followed by a disco (10.30 pm – Midnight)
YE BARON’S BORDE
Baron’s Borde Homemade Vegetable Soup With Wholemeal Bread
Fyshe with Potato Fish With Creamed Potato Topped With Cheese Served In A Scallop Shell
Spare Ribs Succulent Ribs Cooked In A Red Wine Sauce With Herbs
Checkyn in Mead Chicken Cooked in Mead Served With Jacket Potato & Salad
Fruit Crumble A delight to end your repast
Vegetarian option available
All for £25 pp – payment must be made directly with hotel prior to event
DBC Special Member Offer (usually £35pp)
Dress Code: Elizabethan Costume/Smart Attire
Drinks in the Dungeon Bar from 7 pm, Banquet 7.45 pm prompt!
LIMITED DISABLED ACCESS, PLEASE ADVISE IF REQUIRED
DBC Members Only!

DBC @ Radisson Blu Hotel
2016-09-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Radisson Blu Hotel, Frankland Lane, Durham, DH1 5TA, United Kingdom
It’s that time of year again when we look ahead to Christmas with one of our favourite party venues for an evening of networking, followed by Radisson’s Christmas tasting menu.
The best nights come out of the Blu so join us to find out how your Christmas can sparkle this year. We look forward to pulling a cracker with you!
Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

Marketing Surgery @ Durham Office Services
2016-09-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Portland House, Belmont Business Park, Durham, Co 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 Breakfast at The Court Inn Durham
2016-09-28 08:00 - 10:00 | The Court Inn, Court Lane, Durham, DH1 3AQ, United Kingdom
Join us as another of Durham’s hidden gems, The Court Inn, host our informal networking breakfast.

A homely, welcoming pub with an adventurous side – but we’re sure Lord Trevor won’t be serving us squirrel or zebra from their evening menu for breakfast!
Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Evening @ Bowburn Hall Hotel
2016-10-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Bowburn Hall Hotel, Bowburn, Durham, DH6 5NH, United Kingdom
It’s that time of year when we come together with Darlington Business Club for another great evening of networking and our first visit to the recently refurbished Bowburn Hall Hotel.

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 the legalities is vitally important.

Rivers Capital Partners will bring us an exclusive insight into the venture capital and loan finance market while Swinburne Maddison discuss the legal considerations when when raising cash for your business.

The evening will end with a networking buffet.

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

FREE 2 Day NBSL Masterclass - Digital Marketing and Social Media - BOOK NOW!
2016-11-09 09:00 - 2016-11-16 17:00 | Portland House, Durham, Portland House Belmont Business Park Durham , Durham, County Durham, DH1 1TW, United Kingdom
We are delighted to announce that Durham Business Club has partnered with NBSL to bring a series of free to access Business Development Masterclasses for our members and clients.
Spend 2 full days learning from the best digital marketing experts within the North East to transform your business’s digital presence. Learn vital skills in multilevel digital tactics from social media marketing to content creation and email marketing. This impactful workshop will give you essential skills to take you to the next level. You’ll learn and implement your new skills at the workshop to ensure you can fully execute when you get back to your business.
The Masterclasses are part of NBSL’s North East Business Support Fund which is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund 2014-2020.
The classes will take place on 9th & 16th November 2016 @ Portland House, Durham – places are strictly limited so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment!
This is a fantastic opportunity so don’t miss out book today!

DBG 35th Anniversary Awards Dinner
2016-11-11 19:00 - 23:55 | Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, Stanley, Co Durham, DH9 0YB, United Kingdom
We invite you to join us for an extra special evening as we celebrate one of the biggest events in the group’s history. Members of the Business Club, Executive Group and clients of Durham Office Services will come together in The Winter Gardens of Beamish Hall Country House Hotel.
Tickets £45 inc VAT for members and their guests
£60 inc VAT for non-members
Drinks Reception, Member Awards Ceremony, 3 course Dinner including wine
Raffle, Entertainment and a fantastic Live Band!

Awards!!!!….

Durham Business Club Champion
New Business of the Year
Social Media Award
The Wow Award for Customer Service
Marketing Award
Entrepreneur of the Year Award
International Trade Award
Employer of the Year Award
Heart of the Community Award
Environment Award

Click here to nominate your business or a fellow member business.
Dress code: Black tie for gentlemen
Glamorous for ladies

DBC Breakfast @ Missoula, Durham
2016-11-30 08:00 - 10:00 | Missoula, 7 Walkergate, DH1 1SQ, United Kingdom
We invite you to join us for our ever popular informal breakfast networking at Missoula Durham (formerly The Slug & Lettuce).

During the week Missoula offers a laid back atmosphere, perfect for a quick coffee or business lunch.

We look forward to welcoming you to another great venue!

Free to DBC Members

10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBG AGM Christmas Lunch at Lumley Castle
2016-12-13 12:00 - 14:30 | Lumley Castle Hotel, Chester-le-Street, County Durham , DH3 4NX, United Kingdom
Durham Business Group invites member businesses to the Annual General Meeting to be held at Lumley Castle. Once the formalities are over we will enjoy a 3 course Christmas lunch with wine and celebrate the festive season.

Members are invited to invite colleagues and bring your Christmas party to us!

Tickets £21 pp inc VAT – Book Now!

DBC Burns Breakfast @ Kings Lodge Inn, Durham
2017-01-25 08:00 - 10:00 | Kings Lodge Inn, Waddington Street, Flass Vale, Durham City, DH1 4BG, United Kingdom
Join us for breakfast at the Kings Lodge Inn, just a stone’s throw away from the heart of historic Durham City yet surrounded by peaceful woodland; a great way to begin a new year of networking.
We hope you can join us for this Burns Day Breakfast as we honour ‘Rabbie’ Burns, it may be too early for the whisky but we hope to manage the haggis and poetry!
Free to members and their invited guests
£10 non-members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Welcomes you to The Manor House, Sedgefield
2017-02-14 18:00 - 21:00 | The Manor House, West End, Sedgefield, Stockton on Tees, TS21 2BW, United Kingdom
We invite you to make a date this Valentine’s evening at the beautiful Manor House, Sedgefield.
Join us as we explore this historic venue with its stunning Georgian architecture through to the beautiful backdrop of Sedgefield. Beyond the grand staircase and elegant Venetian window there’s an intimate and relaxed room which also overlooks the village green. The suite of offices is home to Parsons Containers and other great businesses.
There will be lots of opportunity for networking in the stunning Reception Hall and Old Court
Room and we will enjoy cheese and wine and have a peek at the basement old prison cells.
Free to DBC Members, your colleagues & guests
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Breakfast @ Palace Green Library, Durham
2017-03-01 07:00 - 09:30 | Palace Green Library, Palace Green , Durham, DH1 3RN, United Kingdom
We invite you to join us for our ever popular informal breakfast networking at another new DBC venue for 2017, Palace Green Library. Steeped in history dating back to the 17th century, the library houses the University’s treasures and collections from around the world.
We hope you can join us as we hear from Sarah Price, Head of Heritage Collections Education Team about future plans with time to network and explore.
Free to DBC Members, your colleagues & guests
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Evening @ St Cuthbert's Hospice
2017-03-14 18:00 - 21:00 | St Cuthbert’s Hospice, Park House Road, Merryoaks, Durham, DH1 3QF, United Kingdom
Durham Business Club invites you to join us, when we will return to DBG ‘Employer of the Year’ St Cuthbert’s House and enjoy the launch of their 88 Club! A late ‘Afternoon Tea’ will be served at the end of the evening.
Opened in 1988 to provide care and make every day count for those with life-limiting illnesses, this little oasis in the city is so much more than that.
There have been some big changes since our visit in 2014, not least the newly refurbished café located in the beautiful grounds of the Hospice, the café and Gift shop is open to the local community, visitors, staff, and volunteers.
Free to DBC Members, your colleagues & guests
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

FREE 2 Day NBSL Masterclass - Digital Marketing and Social Media - BOOK NOW!
2017-03-23 09:00 - 2017-03-28 17:00 | Portland House, Belmont Business Park, Durham, Co Durham, DH1 1TW, United Kingdom
Our mission is to get you to #DoDigital and do it well.
Join Sparkle Communications on 23rd & 28th March 2017 @ Portland House, Durham for a free 2 day masterclass – places are strictly limited so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment!
Come along to these workshops to cut through the fuss, work out exactly what you’re trying to achieve from your digital marketing and develop a plan that will help you #DoDigital.
This is a fantastic opportunity so don’t miss out, Book Today!
The Masterclasses are part of NBSL’s North East Business Support Fund which is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund 2014-2020.

DBC Breakfast @ Seaton Lane Inn
2017-03-30 08:00 - 10:00 | Seaton Lane Inn, Seaton Lane, County Durham , SR7 0LP, United Kingdom
Rise and shine with a morning of networking at Seaton Lane Inn. Nestled in the peaceful village of Seaton, just off the A19, The Seaton Lane Inn is a traditional country pub serving quality local food all day, every day and also offers accommodation in the shape of 18 beautifully decorated en-suite bedrooms.
Free to DBC Members, your colleagues & guests
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Evening @ Redworth Hall Hotel
2017-04-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Redworth Hall Hotel, Redworth, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham , DL5 6NL, United Kingdom
We are delighted to invite you to join us for a long overdue visit to Redworth Hall Hotel, now part of The Cairn Group, and look forward to hearing about the exciting changes.
This stunning 17th century Jacobean Manor House is situated in the blissful tranquility of its own 26 acres of undisturbed and beautifully landscaped gardens and woodlands.
The event will take place in the magnificent Great Hall with our usual mix of networking and presentations, ending with a light buffet.
Free to DBC Members & your guests
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Breakfast @ The Discovery Museum, Newcastle
2017-04-26 08:00 - 10:00 | Discovery Museum, Blandford Square, Newcastle upon Tyne , NE1 4JA, United Kingdom
Join us for breakfast and networking at Newcastle’s iconic Discovery Museum, housed in the old Co-operative Wholesale Society building, Blandford House.
This impressive structure’s four floors are packed with displays and exhibitions focusing on the region’s maritime, scientific and technological importance to Britain and the rest of the world, and also house the Turbinia café and a hidden gem in the rafters, the majestic Grand Hall.
Free to DBC Members, your colleagues & guests
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC Evening @ UTC South Durham, Aycliffe
2017-05-09 18:00 - 21:00 | UTC South Durham, Long Tens Way, Aycliffe Business Park, County Durham , DL5 6AP
Durham Business Club invites you to an evening of networking at UTC South Durham, the first University Technical College in the North East. The UTC specialises in advanced manufacturing and engineering, offering 14 – 19 year olds both a technical and academic education.
Free to DBC Members & your guests
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

DBC & NEECC Exchange Lunch at Ramside Hall Hotel
2017-05-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Ramside Hall Hotel
DBC is adding a lunch event to the May diary, as our friends from the Chamber invite members of DBC to join their flagship networking event, in the ballroom of Ramside Hall Hotel.
This is the Chamber’s flagship networking event encouraging an exchange of experiences, ideas and offers between members; intertwined with multiple opportunities to network and build new contacts.
A round-table networking event with two 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.
This event will also feature ‘Building My Skills’.
Limited amount of exhibition stands available at £30.00+VAT, email events@neechamber.co.uk
Venue Sponsor – Ramside Hall Hotel
Book early as numbers are strictly limited.

DBC Welcomes you to Finchale, Durham
2017-05-23 08:00 - 10:00 | Finchale, Plawsworth Lane , Durham , DH1 5RX, United Kingdom
Join us as we meet for breakfast and networking at Finchale, an independent charity and specialist training provider in Durham.
Founded in 1943, Finchale, through affiliation with national and local businesses and agencies, offer a range of specialist client focussed, case managed support services in the community. Their services prepare and progress disadvantaged adults into sustained employment, further education or training.
Free to DBC Members & your guests
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)

FREE NBSL Workshop 'Make Your Website Work Harder'
2017-06-08 - 2017-06-15 | Portland House, Durham, Portland House Belmont Business Park Durham , Durham, County Durham, DH1 1TW, United Kingdom
This unique 2-day training programme taking place at DBC HQ aimed at individuals and decision makers who already have a website but are disappointed by the results.

The course is delivered by Pascal Fintoni, a trainer and mentor with over 20 years experience in digital marketing and business development.

Thursday 8th June 2017
Thursday 15th June 2017

Join us to learn the best techniques to improve the quality of visitors and enquiries from your website.

DBC Invites you to Hardwick Hall Hotel
2017-06-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Hardwick Hall Hotel, Sedgfield, Durham , TS21 2EH, United Kingdom
We are delighted to invite you to join us at the newly refurbished Coleman Suite at Hardwick Hall. It’s an exciting time for staff and Directors of DBG and we look forward to sharing ideas with you, but more importantly, and as owners of the business club, we want your input into helping us shape the future of the Group. In return for your support we will introduce the ‘Locos in Motion’ to entertain you as we end the evening with Morris Dancing, joining in this part is, of course, optional.

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

DBC Welcomes you to the Court Inn, Durham
2017-06-27 08:00 - 10:00 | The Court Inn, Court Lane, Durham, DH1 3AQ, United Kingdom
Join us as we return to one of your favourite breakfast venues, the award winning Court Inn.
A homely, welcoming pub with an adventurous side – but we’re sure Lord Trevor won’t be serving us squirrel or zebra from their evening menu for breakfast!

We hope you can join us as another warm welcome awaits us.
Informal Breakfast networking, what better way to start your working day?!

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

DBC Summer Showcase @ Emirates Durham County Cricket Club
2017-07-11 17:00 - 21:00 | Riverside Suite, Durham County Cricket Club, Durham Emirates International Cricket Ground, Riverside, Chester-le-Street, Durham, DH3 3QR, United Kingdom
We invite you to DBC Summer Showcase, a great opportunity to exhibit your business, bring along your banner stand and enjoy an evening of great networking. Table spaces are limited to 30 so please book early!
DBC Members will be given priority. Please note the earlier start time of 5 pm for the Showcase ahead of the main event.
The event is free to attend for members and £10 for non members (max. 2 visits) with a nominal charge for those wishing to take part in the showcase..

£25 inc. VAT for Members
£50 inc. VAT for Non Members

DBC Breakfast at The Stables Restaurant & Micro Brewery, Beamish Hall Country House Hotel
2017-07-27 08:00 - 10:00 | Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, Stanley, Co Durham, DH9 0YB, United Kingdom
It’s been a while but 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 another sunny morning so we can sit and enjoy the squirrels in between the networking!

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

DBC Summer Social BBQ @ Ramside Hall Marquee
2017-08-08 19:00 - 23:00 | Ramside Hall Hotel
We invite you to join us for our Annual Summer Social, to be held in the Marquee, surrounded by the beautiful grounds of Ramside Hall Hotel. It’s a time to relax with colleagues, clients, family and friends and celebrate Summer with a Barbeque, and we have the marquee, whatever the weather.
Ramside Hall are kindly organising welcome drinks and we will, of course, throw in some entertainment.
Tickets £15 DBC Members & your Guests, £20 Non Members.
* Why not make a night of it, Special discounted room B & B rates available
Contact Ashley on 0191 3865282 ashley.thirlwell@ramsidehallhotel.co.uk

DBC Evening @ HMP Durham
2017-09-12 18:00 - 21:00 | HMP Durham, 19 Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3HU, United Kingdom
Join us for an evening of networking with HMP Durham.
Registration Details Coming Soon.
Free to DBC Members
£10 Non Members (max. 2 visits)
