Join us for some hot desking at Vulcan Works Struggling to get work done at home ? Do you need a change of scenary ? Miss working as a team ? Looking to bounce ideas off others ? Join us at Vulcan Works for some hot desking and we'll work with you to help you feel some love!!! Free to attend and includes coffee!
Overview Join us for ‘20 Tips in 20 Minutes,’ a fast-paced webinar designed to help applicants confidently complete their awards entry, make the most "20 Tips in 20 Minutes" is a fast-paced, value-packed webinar designed to help entrants of the SME Northamptonshire Business Awards 2026 submit a standout entry, make the most of finalist recognition, and better understand how the awards process works from start to finish. Curated and hosted by Emma Speirs — leading awards writer at Ballyhoo and a specialist in crafting winning submissions — this session distills years of experience into insider tips and practical advice you can apply immediately. In just 20 minutes, Emma will guide you through how to complete your entry with confidence, maximise exposure and opportunity as a finalist, and gain clarity around awards, judging, and timelines specific to the SME Northamptonshire Business Awards. The webinar will be followed by an open Q&A session, giving you the chance to ask Emma your specific questions and tap into her expert insight. Whether you're a first-time entrant or a returning participant, this webinar will leave you better prepared, more strategic, and ready to put your best foot forward for the 2026 awards.
The Northampton Marketing Meetup is an informal, friendly place for the marketers of Northants to meet, learn, and share knowledge with one another. Come in 'listen' not 'sell' mode :) We're heading back to the lovely Vulcan Works for this one, and we just want to get together, say hello, have a chat, and have a nice time. Think of this as a community event, where the focus is very much on you meeting other people in a chilled out friendly space. We’ll chat over food and drink, listen to an inspirational speaker or two, chat some more, and go home buzzing with new contacts and new ideas. Let’s have a lovely night in the company of some amazin’ people.
This session is perfect for those new to portraiture or those looking to improve. Portrait Taster Session This session is perfect for those new to portraiture or those looking to improve. Through the guidance of portrait tutor Matt Waruszynski, it is a chance to see explore some of the fundamental basics of portraiture. These include Placing features Tonal values The structure of the head Working from a live model, this taster session will offer opportunity to develop a series of tonal portrait studies. This session has been designed to be a relaxed and friendly open to everyone. Please bring along some paper, charcoal, eraser and any other drawing materials you may wish to use. Host Information Matt Waruszynski is an oil painter based in Northamptonshire specialising in figurative work and portraits. He is interested in exploring how the body and face tell the story of our lives. Our body keeps the score of all of our traumas, joys, struggles and triumphs and he seeks to use painting and drawing as a way to understand and tell these stories. He was won the Sir Philip Trousdell Prize for Portraiture and was a recent finalist in Raw Umber Studio Image Prize. Matt...
Festive Floristry: Christmas Wreath Workshop with EDEN WILD at Vulcan Works About this event Festive Floristry: Christmas Wreath Workshop with EDEN WILD at Vulcan Works Step into the festive season with a cosy, creative workshop where you’ll craft your very own Christmas door wreath — all in the warm and welcoming setting of Vulcan Works. Hosted by Suzie from EDEN WILD, this relaxed floristry workshop is all about getting into the Christmas spirit. Using the traditional binding method on a moss base, you’ll be guided through the process of building a beautiful, bespoke wreath. You'll have a wide variety of seasonal foliage and decorative materials to choose from — including dried fruits, pinecones, pampas, feathers, thistles, and much more — so your wreath can be as natural, wild, or festive as you like. ? What to expect: ? A relaxed, informal atmosphere — just for fun! ? One-on-one guidance in a small group of around 10 ? All tools and materials provided ? A beautiful wreath that will last through Christmas (and often beyond!) ???? Perfect for individuals, friends, or group bookings ? Prosecco/no-secco and nibbles upon arrival Please note: These workshops are for enjoyment and creativity only — they are not formal training...
About this event Have you ever wanted to paint a portrait? Are you keen to learn but don’t know where to start? Then try an Introduction to Portrait Painting in Oils workshop, with artist Cordell Garfield. Cordell is an experienced artist who will guide you through creating a portrait from a photograph. Following a step-by-step process, Cordell’s workshop will provide advice and guidance on painting a portrait from a reference photograph. The process will cover: Using oil paints The typical proportions of the face Measuring and mapping out key features from the photograph The use of line, tone, value and colour to create the portrait Cordell will provide supporting handouts as part of the workshop to explain and demystify the technical terms and techniques involved. You will create a portrait that you will be able to take away with you at the end of the workshop. Equipment Paints, brushes, pre-coloured paper/board, low odour solvent and paint mixing boards are all provided. A reference photograph will also be provided. We recommend you also wear an old shirt or apron over your clothes (or old clothes). About Cordell For more information on Cordell and his art practice, view his website: http://cordellgarfield.com/
Starting Off are delighted to welcome you to a dynamic and celebratory day to showcase the benefits and successes of apprenticeships. Starting Off are delighted to welcome you to a dynamic and celebratory day to showcase the benefits and successes of apprenticeships. The day will be a fun-filled mix of opportunities to network with local business’s, learn about the updates and changes in the apprenticeship sector, support a local charity for children with cancer and celebrate the achievements of the apprentices in your business with our annual awards ceremony. We would love for you to be involved and to invite any contacts and colleagues along that you feel may benefit from learning more about the apprenticeship journey. The day will run from 9.30am – 3.00pm with lunch included. Exact timings for each activity will be released once we have received your booking. Events on the day Starting Off ambassador’s business promotion / networking opportunity We would like to invite our clients and ambassadors to exhibit at our event free of charge. Bring a stand and set up for the day – ideally with your apprentice to help – to showcase to new prospects what you do but also the amazing...
Cowork Crew takes the best bits of coworking and networking and jumbles it together in a once-a-month 1 day event. We'd love you to join us! Agenda 09:00 - 09:30 Welcome and grab a cuppa 09:30 - 12:00 Get some work done 12:00 - 12:45 Speaker: Hannah Brady, Co-Founder of The Brady Creative 12:45 - 13:30 Lunch 13:30 - 16:30 Get some work done (and cake break!) 16:30 Byeeeeee! See you next month :)
The Northampton Marketing Meetup is an informal friendly place to meet, learn and share knowledge with one another. Come in 'listen' mode :) The Northampton Marketing Meetup is an informal, friendly place for the marketers of Northants to meet, learn, and share knowledge with one another. Come in 'listen' not 'sell' mode :) We're heading back to the lovely Vulcan Works for this one, and we just want to get together, say hello, have a chat, and have a nice time. Think of this as a community event, where the focus is very much on you meeting other people in a chilled out friendly space. We’ll chat over food and drink, listen to an inspirational speaker or two, chat some more, and go home buzzing with new contacts and new ideas. Let’s have a lovely night in the company of some amazin’ people. -------------------- Speaker: Silvia Coletto, Founder at The Paid Ads School Topic: Are You Ready For Ads? The Speedrun Edition ????? ? ? Join us for a whistle-stop tour of the paid ads landscape — designed to help you figure out if you're truly ready to dive in. Silvia will walk you through everything you need to consider...
Event Overview: Join us for a hands-on creative workshop where you’ll learn how to make your very own hand-stitched leather journal. In this session, you’ll be guided step-by-step through a beginner-friendly bookbinding process to stitch blank pages into a soft, leather-wrap cover. Your finished journal will be A6 size (approximately 10.5 x 15 cm) — perfect for sketching, note-taking, or journaling. All leather used has been thoughtfully sourced from materials diverted from the waste stream, making this a sustainable and mindful craft. About the Host: Hi! I’m Jenni, captain of The Craft Fantastic. From my home studio in Northampton, I create handmade journals, stationery, and bookish gifts — often using rescued leather to give new life to beautiful materials. I’m passionate about traditional crafts and can’t wait to share the joy of bookbinding with you. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to expand your skills, this workshop offers a welcoming and relaxed space to learn something new. Event cost is for materials, food and drink for the event. Event timeline 6pm – Drinks, nibbles & a chat 6:20pm – Journal Making 7:15pm – Break 7:30pm – Journal Making 8:00pm – Home time