BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Northampton BID - ECPv6.2.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Northampton BID REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T123000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20260210T130710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T130710Z UID:134650-1774517400-1774528200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:UpSpeaking Course - Public Speaking Confidence DESCRIPTION:Build public speaking confidence for networking introductions and speaking comfortably to groups. \n\n\n\n\nUpSpeaking – Public Speaking Course \nUpSpeaking is a supportive\, in-person public speaking course designed to help you build confidence when speaking about yourself\, contributing in groups\, and taking part in networking or professional conversations. \nThrough practical exercises\, guided discussion\, and constructive feedback\, you’ll develop the skills to communicate clearly\, feel more at ease when speaking\, and make a positive impression. Sessions are interactive and encouraging\, giving you the chance to practise in a safe\, welcoming environment. \nWhether you’re new to public speaking or looking to strengthen your confidence\, UpSpeaking will help you find your voice and use it with confidence. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/upspeaking-course-public-speaking-confidence/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-10-130235.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20260113T101427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T101427Z UID:133808-1773828000-1773846000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Future-proof your SEO: AI\, content and strategy. DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free event for marketers\, business owners and content creators to stay ahead in the ever-changing world of content and SEO. \n\n\n\n\nConfirmed sessions\nThe three pillars of Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO) and tactics to improve AI visibility – Tristan James (EE)\nThis talk will cover the critical areas of optimising your digital strategy and provide objectives and tactics to consider. \nTristan will provide some insight into how EE are tackling the challenges of AI in search and give you actions to take away to repurpose for your businesses and clients. \nConfirmed speakers\nCamilla Christensen (Head of Customer Experience) and Elsa Hagman (Customer Success Manager) at Cludo URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/future-proof-your-seo-ai-content-and-strategy/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-13-101120.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20260206T135115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T135115Z UID:134512-1772733600-1772740800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:The Marketing Meetup IRL: Northampton DESCRIPTION:The Northampton Marketing Meetup is an informal friendly place to meet\, learn and share knowledge with one another. Come in ‘listen’ mode 🙂\n\n\n\nThe 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 🙂 \nWe’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. \nThink 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. \nLet’s have a lovely night in the company of some amazin’ people. \n——————– \nSpeaker: Stephanie Sykes-Dugmore\, Head of Collections and Research at Silverstone Museum \nTopic: Driven by History – Women in Motorsport at Silverstone Museum \nTo coincide with International Women’s Day\, we’re joined by Steph\, Head of Collections and Research at Silverstone Museum. \nDiscover the untold stories of the women who shaped motorsport history and continue to inspire future generations. This talk explores the heritage preserved at Silverstone Museum\, highlighting pioneers who broke barriers and the modern movement driving inclusivity through initiatives like #Girlswill. This talk will look how the power of Driver to Survive and the new female fanbase is changing the demographics and now market is now changing to engage these fans. Join us to explore how history fuels change—and how you can help drive the future. \n——————– \nThe format of the night: \n6:00 pm – doors open – drinks\, networking\, and smiles \n6:30 pm – introduction and talks begin \n7:15 pm – talks finish\, networking\, listening\, saying hello\, and positively lovely people \n7:45 pm – end of the night – you leave with new contacts and fresh ideas \n——————– \nPartnered with The ONE Group\, whose recruitment team bridges the gap between marketing professionals and a vast network of Northamptonshire businesses\, empowering career progression at every stage with unmissable opportunities and job-hunting support. Read more at TheOneGroup.co.uk \nPartnered with Vulcan Works\, helping entrepreneurs bring world challenging ideas to life. A workspace and community for innovative creatives. Check them out at VulcanWorks.co.uk \n——————– \nAnd finally… \nThis is a donation ticketed event. Entry price is yours to choose\, from £5 to £50 (the average attendee chooses to pay £11.38 😊 ) \nWe of course understand that these are tough times\, so if you are experiencing financial hardship and cannot afford the minimum donation amount\, please reach out to el@themarketingmeetup.com and we’ll find a ticket for you (provided capacity hasn’t already been reached!) 🙂 \nPlease let your marketing friends and colleagues know about this group too\, we hope to build it into a great resource for the community over the coming months and years. Attendance will be taken at this event. If you sign up but don’t show up\, this has a knock on effect on event arrangements. If it happens 3 times\, you’re outta here! This is simply a measure to allow appropriate respect to the organisers\, speakers\, sponsors\, and your fellow community members 🙂 \n——————– \nSee you there! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-marketing-meetup-irl-northampton-6/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-06-134825.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20260203T083505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T083505Z UID:134191-1772703000-1772710200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Disabled and neurodivergent entrepreneurs networking DESCRIPTION:Join Business & IP Centre Northamptonshire for Disabled and neurodivergent entrepreneurs networking event \n\nThe Business & IP Centre Northamptonshire is excited to invite you to a unique networking event designed to empower disabled and neurodivergent entrepreneurs. This is your opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals\, share experiences\, and gain valuable insights to support your business journey. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/disabled-and-neurodivergent-entrepreneurs-networking/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-03-083221.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260303T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260303T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20260116T134113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T134113Z UID:133913-1772560800-1772568000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Gather & Create @ Vulcan Works - Photography for beginners DESCRIPTION:Ready to transform your photography\, learn a new skill\, and create stunning images that you are proud of? \n\nOur latest Gather & Connect event is an immersive\, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the basics of photography from an award-winning brand photographer. Emma Annie Colton will be joining us to share the techniques she’s refined over the past decade working in the creative industries and through her own photography business. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/gather-create-vulcan-works-photography-for-beginners/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event,Photography ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-16-133817.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260130T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260130T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20251224T080853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T080853Z UID:133284-1769761800-1769788800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Hot Desk with NNBN at Vulcan Works DESCRIPTION:Join us for some hot desking at Vulcan Works\n\n\n\nStruggling to get work done at home ? \nDo you need a change of scenary ? \nMiss working as a team ? \nLooking to bounce ideas off others ? \nJoin us at Vulcan Works for some hot desking and we’ll work with you to help you feel some love!!! \nFree to attend and includes coffee! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/hot-desk-with-nnbn-at-vulcan-works-3/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot-2025-12-24-080606.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T123000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20260120T111312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T111312Z UID:133928-1769083200-1769085000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:20 Tips in 20 Minutes! DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for ‘20 Tips in 20 Minutes\,’ a fast-paced webinar designed to help applicants confidently complete their awards entry\, make the most\n\n\n\n“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. \nCurated 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. \nIn 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. \nThe 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. \nWhether 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. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/20-tips-in-20-minutes/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1174604587_15763125857_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20251224T075644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T075644Z UID:133277-1768500000-1768507200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:The Marketing Meetup IRL: Northampton DESCRIPTION: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 🙂 \nWe’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. \nThink 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. \nLet’s have a lovely night in the company of some amazin’ people. \n  URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-marketing-meetup-irl-northampton-5/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot-2025-12-24-075312.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260106T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260106T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20251217T120748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T120748Z UID:133163-1767722400-1767729600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Portrait Taster Session DESCRIPTION:This session is perfect for those new to portraiture or those looking to improve. \nPortrait Taster Session \nThis session is perfect for those new to portraiture or those looking to improve. \nThrough the guidance of portrait tutor Matt Waruszynski\, it is a chance to see explore some of the fundamental basics of portraiture. These include \n\nPlacing features\nTonal values\nThe structure of the head\n\nWorking from a live model\, this taster session will offer opportunity to develop a series of tonal portrait studies. \nThis session has been designed to be a relaxed and friendly open to everyone. \nPlease bring along some paper\, charcoal\, eraser and any other drawing materials you may wish to use. \nHost Information \nMatt Waruszynski is an oil painter based in Northamptonshire specialising in figurative work and portraits. \nHe 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. \nHe was won the Sir Philip Trousdell Prize for Portraiture and was a recent finalist in Raw Umber Studio Image Prize. \nMatt also runs various life drawing sessions including Drink and Draw Northampton and teaches regularly at Westbury Arts Centre. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/portrait-taster-session/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot-2025-12-17-120406.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20251024T144228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T144228Z UID:131577-1764698400-1764705600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Gather & Create @ Vulcan Works Christmas Edition DESCRIPTION:Festive Floristry: Christmas Wreath Workshop with EDEN WILD at Vulcan Works \n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFestive Floristry: Christmas Wreath Workshop with EDEN WILD at Vulcan Works \nStep into the festive season with a cosy\, creative workshop where youll craft your very own Christmas door wreath all in the warm and welcoming setting of Vulcan Works. \nHosted bySuzie from EDEN WILD\, this relaxed floristry workshop is all about getting into the Christmas spirit. Using the traditionalbinding method on a moss base\, youll 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 includingdried fruits\, pinecones\, pampas\, feathers\, thistles\, and much more so your wreath can be as natural\, wild\, or festive as you like. \n?What to expect:\n? A relaxed\, informal atmosphere just for fun!\n? One-on-one guidance in a small group of around 10\n? All tools and materials provided\n? A beautiful wreath that will last through Christmas (and often beyond!)\n???? Perfect for individuals\, friends\, or group bookings\n? Prosecco/no-secco and nibbles upon arrival \nPlease note: These workshops are for enjoyment and creativity only they are not formal training or intended for business use. \nSpaces are limited and non-refundable due to the preparation involved.For group bookings\, please book together to ensure availability. \nLets make something beautiful together this Christmas we can’t wait to see you there! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/gather-create-vulcan-works-christmas-edition/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1131189713_2053078355963_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251104T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251104T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20251024T144038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T144038Z UID:131574-1762279200-1762286400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Gather & Create @ Vulcan Works DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you ever wanted to paint a portrait? Are you keen to learn but dont know where to start? Then try anIntroduction to Portrait Painting in Oilsworkshop\, with artist Cordell Garfield. \nCordell is an experienced artist who will guide you through creating a portrait from a photograph. Following a step-by-step process\, Cordells workshop will provide advice and guidance on painting a portrait from a reference photograph. The process will cover: \n\nUsing oil paints\nThe typical proportions of the face\nMeasuring and mapping out key features from the photograph\nThe use of line\, tone\, value and colour to create the portrait\n\nCordell 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. \nEquipment \nPaints\, 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). \nAbout Cordell \nFor more information on Cordell and his art practice\, view his website:http://cordellgarfield.com/ URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/gather-create-vulcan-works-3/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1100397243_2053078355963_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250711T135508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T125140Z UID:128324-1758879000-1758898800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Starting Off's Apprenticeship Showcase event DESCRIPTION:Starting Off are delighted to welcome you to a dynamic and celebratory day to showcase the benefits and successes of apprenticeships. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStarting 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 businesss\, 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. \nEvents on the day \nStarting Off ambassadors business promotion / networking opportunity \nWe 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 contribution an apprentice can bring. \n(Book a day ticket and then please contact administration@startingoff.co.uk) \nApprenticeship information forum \nIf youre considering employing an apprentice in your business but dont know where to start this is for you. Equally\, if you employ apprentices and want to keep up to date with upcoming news you will benefit from this. Our industry experts will cover recruitment\, funding\, the digital account set up\, employer contributions\, incentives\, salaries\, levy and anything else you want to know. Including an apprentice Q&A session! \n(To attend -book a day ticket times will be released closer to the day) \nHero project session \nWe are delighted to be joined by theBemorefab Childrens Cancer Charity who work in conjunction with the Anthony Nolans Hero Project – an initiative dedicated to educating and inspiring young people to become bone marrow donors\, blood donors\, and organ donors.We will hear the inspiring story of local family whose world was shattered when\, on Friday 13th May 2022\, their daughter\, Florence\, was diagnosed with leukaemia. Her prognosis was incredibly poor from the start\, and it quickly became clear that chemotherapy wasnt working. Against all odds\, Florrie was able to receive a bone marrow transplant. The hero project session aims to demystify the donation process\, tackle misconceptions\, and empower students to save lives. \n(Book your day ticket to secure your slot times will be confirmed) \nApprentice of the Year award ceremony \nTo finish our showcase event\, we will hold our annual Starting Off apprentice of the year awards! If you have a super star apprentice currently studying with Starting Off or who has completed in the last 12 months and you would like to nominate them please contact administration@startingoff.co.ukto receive your entry form! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/starting-offs-apprenticeship-showcase-event/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Starting-Off-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250827T132733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T132733Z UID:129771-1758186000-1758213000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Cowork Crew Northampton DESCRIPTION: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! \n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n\n09:00-09:30 \nWelcome and grab a cuppa \n\n\n\n\n09:30-12:00 \nGet some work done \n\n\n\n\n12:00-12:45 \nSpeaker: Hannah Brady\, Co-Founder of The Brady Creative \n\n\n\n\n12:45-13:30 \nLunch \n\n\n\n\n13:30-16:30 \nGet some work done (and cake break!) \n\n\n\n\n16:30 \nByeeeeee! See you next month 🙂 \n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/cowork-crew-northampton-2/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-27-142445.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250911T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250911T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250819T102220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T102220Z UID:129315-1757613600-1757620800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:The Marketing Meetup IRL: Northampton DESCRIPTION:The Northampton Marketing Meetup is an informal friendly place to meet\, learn and share knowledge with one another. Come in ‘listen’ mode 🙂 \nThe 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 🙂 \nWe’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. \nThink of this as a community event\, where the focus is very much on you meeting other people in a chilled out friendly space. Well 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. \nLets have a lovely night in the company of some amazin people. \n——————– \nSpeaker: Silvia Coletto\, Founder at The Paid Ads School \nTopic: Are You Ready For Ads? The Speedrun Edition ????? ? ? \nJoin 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 before pressing “go”\, share real-world examples\, and provide ballpark starting budgets (spoiler: they vary a lot depending on your industry). Whether you’re on the fence about starting ads or you’re already running them but not seeing the results you expected\, this session will give you clarity\, confidence\, and a solid sense of direction. \n——————– \nThe format of the night: \n6:00 pm – doors open – drinks\, networking\, and smiles \n6:30 pm – introduction and talks begin \n7:15 pm – talks finish\, networking\, listening\, saying hello\, and positively lovely people \n7:45 pm – end of the night – you leave with new contacts and fresh ideas \n——————– \nPartnered with Digital Northants\, putting local businesses in touch with digital companies who can help solve their problems\, to encourage the growth of business in Northamptonshire. Check them out at https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-northants \nPartnered with The ONE Group\, whose recruitment team bridges the gap between marketing professionals and a vast network of Northamptonshire businesses\, empowering career progression at every stage with unmissable opportunities and job-hunting support. Read more at TheOneGroup.co.uk \nPartnered with Vulcan Works\, helping entrepreneurs bring world challenging ideas to life. A workspace and community for innovative creatives. Check them out at VulcanWorks.co.uk \n——————– \nAnd finally… \nThis is a donation ticketed event. Entry price is yours to choose\, from 3 to 30 🙂 \nWe of course understand that these are tough times\, so if you are experiencing financial hardship and cannot afford the minimum donation amount\, please reach out to el@themarketingmeetup.com and well find a ticket for you (provided capacity hasn’t already been reached!) ? \nPlease let your marketing friends and colleagues know about this group too\, we hope to build it into a great resource for the community over the coming months and years. Attendance will be taken at this event. If you sign up but dont show up\, this has a knock on effect on event arrangements. If it happens 3 times\, youre outta here! This is simply a measure to allow appropriate respect to the organisers\, speakers\, sponsors\, and your fellow community members ? \n——————– \nSee you there! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-marketing-meetup-irl-northampton-4/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-19-111926.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250902T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250902T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250707T171004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T171004Z UID:128165-1756836000-1756843200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Gather & Create @ Vulcan Works DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: \nJoin us for a hands-on creative workshop where youll learn how to make your very own hand-stitched leather journal. In this session\, youll be guided step-by-step through a beginner-friendly bookbinding process to stitch blank pages into a soft\, leather-wrap cover. \nYour 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. \nAbout the Host: \nHi! Im Jenni\, captain ofThe 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. Im passionate about traditional crafts and cant wait to share the joy of bookbinding with you. \nWhether youre a total beginner or looking to expand your skills\, this workshop offers a welcoming and relaxed space to learn something new. \nEvent cost is for materials\, food and drink for the event. \nEvent timeline \n6pm Drinks\, nibbles & a chat \n6:20pm Journal Making \n7:15pm Break \n7:30pm Journal Making \n8:00pm Home time URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/gather-create-vulcan-works-2/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:craft ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/eventbrite-2048x1024-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250819T113000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250819T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250808T131905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T131905Z UID:129057-1755603000-1755603000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Headshot Mini Sessions for World Photography Day DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Photography Day with a brand new set of professional\, confidence boosting\, and personality filled headshot images. \nReady to step into the spotlight for your business?\nJoin us for a day of Headshot Mini Sessions designed specifically for entrepreneurs and small business owners who are ready to show up confidently for their business. \nIf you’ve been putting off getting professional photos because you’re camera-shy\, short on time\, or working with a tight budget\, this is for you! \n  \nThe Experience\nPerfect for you if: \n\nYou’re a new business owner and need your first set of professional images.\nYou’re a busy entrepreneur who can’t commit to a full brand shoot right now.\nYou feel nervous in front of the camera and need a gentle\, confidence-building approach.\nYou want stunning professional headshots but are on a budget.\n\nWhat you’ll get: \n\nA relaxed 30-minute session in the gorgeous setting of the Vulcan Works Co-Working Space in Northampton.\nExpert guidance to help you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera.\nBeautiful\, professional headshots that authentical showcases you and your business.\nA warm\, supportive experience that celebrates your entrepreneurial journey.\n\nThese sessions have been designed by brand photographer Emma Annie Colton (who is a specialist in using photography to build-confidence) to be relaxed\, encouraging\, and focused on bringing out your authentic self. \nThe Vulcan Works have provided the perfect backdrop for stylish\, professional\, and warm imagery that reflects you and your business. \nYou’ll leave not just with gorgeous photos\, but with a renewed sense of confidence in showing up for your business. \n  \nEvent details\nDate:19th August 2025\, World Photography Day \nLocation:Vulcan Works\, Northampton \nSession length:30 minutes URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/headshot-mini-sessions-for-world-photography-day/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Photography ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-08-141517.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250725T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250725T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250723T162237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T162237Z UID:128555-1753437600-1753459200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Hot Desk with NNBN at Vulcan Works DESCRIPTION:Join us for some hot desking at Vulcan Works \nStruggling to get work done at home ? \nDo you need a change of scenary ? \nMiss working as a team ? \nLooking to bounce ideas off others ? \nJoin us at Vulcan Works for some hot desking and we’ll work with you to help you feel some love!!! \nFree to attend and includes coffee! \nOnce you have registered\, we will contact you by email seperately and you will be introduced to the Reception Team atVulcan Workswho will be ready to welcome you on the day. \nYou can also arrive from 8.30 am however\, we generally aim for 10.00 am once the school traffic has settled down! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/hot-desk-with-nnbn-at-vulcan-works-2/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1057745693_785824412153_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250624T124255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T124255Z UID:127965-1751565600-1751572800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:The Marketing Meetup IRL: Northampton DESCRIPTION:The Northampton Marketing Meetup is an informal friendly place to meet\, learn and share knowledge with one another. Come in ‘listen’ mode 🙂 \nThe 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 🙂 \nWe’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. \nThink of this as a community event\, where the focus is very much on you meeting other people in a chilled out friendly space. Well 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. \nLets have a lovely night in the company of some amazin people. \n——————– \nSpeaker: Thomas Reeve\, Head of Design at Zyte \nTopic: Decoding the Human Touch – Practical Tips for Engaging User Experiences \nEver wondered what really makes people tick? Join design expert Tom (packing a mighty 15+ years!) as he dives deep into the fascinating world of human behaviour. Forget the jargon\, this is about real\, actionable tips you can use tomorrow to craft truly engaging experiences that actually connect with your users. \n——————– \nThe format of the night: \n6:00 pm – doors open – drinks\, networking\, and smiles \n6:30 pm – introduction and talks begin \n7:15 pm – talks finish\, networking\, listening\, saying hello\, and positively lovely people \n7:45 pm – end of the night – you leave with new contacts and fresh ideas \n——————– \nPartnered with Digital Northants\, putting local businesses in touch with digital companies who can help solve their problems\, to encourage the growth of business in Northamptonshire. Check them out at https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-northants \nPartnered with The ONE Group\, whose recruitment team bridges the gap between marketing professionals and a vast network of Northamptonshire businesses\, empowering career progression at every stage with unmissable opportunities and job-hunting support. Read more at TheOneGroup.co.uk \nPartnered with Vulcan Works\, helping entrepreneurs bring world challenging ideas to life. A workspace and community for innovative creatives. Check them out at VulcanWorks.co.uk \n——————– \nAnd finally… \nThis is a donation ticketed event. Entry price is yours to choose\, from 3 to 30 🙂 \nWe of course understand that these are tough times\, so if you are experiencing financial hardship and cannot afford the minimum donation amount\, please reach out to el@themarketingmeetup.com and well find a ticket for you (provided capacity hasn’t already been reached!) ? \nPlease let your marketing friends and colleagues know about this group too\, we hope to build it into a great resource for the community over the coming months and years. Attendance will be taken at this event. If you sign up but dont show up\, this has a knock on effect on event arrangements. If it happens 3 times\, youre outta here! This is simply a measure to allow appropriate respect to the organisers\, speakers\, sponsors\, and your fellow community members ? \n——————– \nSee you there! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-marketing-meetup-irl-northampton-3/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot-2025-06-24-133712.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250619T102057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T102057Z UID:127938-1751565600-1751572800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:TMM IRL: Decoding the Human Touch Practical Tips for Engaging User Experiences DESCRIPTION: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 ? \nWere 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. \nThink of this as a community event\, where the focus is very much on you meeting other people in a chilled out friendly space. Well 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. \nLets have a lovely night in the company of some amazin people. \n \nSpeaker: Thomas Reeve\, Head of Design at Zyte\nTopic: Decoding the Human Touch Practical Tips for Engaging User Experiences \nEver wondered what really makes people tick? Join design expert Tom (packing a mighty 15+ years!) as he dives deep into the fascinating world of human behaviour. Forget the jargon\, this is about real\, actionable tips you can use tomorrow to craft truly engaging experiences that actually connect with your users. \n \nThe format of the night: \n6:00 pm doors open drinks\, networking\, and smiles\n6:30 pm introduction and talks begin\n7:00 pm talks finish\, networking\, listening\, saying hello\, and positively lovely people\n7:45 pm end of the night you leave with new contacts and fresh ideas URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/tmm-irl-decoding-the-human-touch-practical-tips-for-engaging-user-experiences/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/TMM_BCN-3-tmm-intro-img.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250627T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250627T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250424T100326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T100326Z UID:125987-1751022000-1751036400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Vulcan Makers Market DESCRIPTION:Find a variety of exclusive products from local brands\, from fashion to handmade goods. If you are interested in being a part of Vulcan Works Makers Market please fill out our jotform link here URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/vulcan-makers-market/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Makers-Market-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T203000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250619T101927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T101927Z UID:127935-1750356000-1750365000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Gather & Create @ Vulcan Works DESCRIPTION:Being Creative When You Dont Feel Like It: An Exploration of Mental Health and the Creative Process \nJoin us for an engaging and compassionate event that explores the complex connection between mental health and creativity. When inspiration feels distant or motivation runs low\, how can we continue to create meaningfullyand without self-judgment? \nThis session will take a thoughtful look at the emotional and psychological challenges that often accompany creative work. Through a blend of open discussion and practical tools\, well talk about the nature of creativity\, understand how this relates to mental well-being\, and learn how to use this understanding to find renewed energy for your craft\, even on the tough days. \nAs part of this experience\, attendees will also participate inguided creative exercisesdesigned to gently spark inspiration and reconnect you with your imagination. These low-pressure\, supportive activities are accessible to allwhether youre a seasoned artist or simply looking for a new way to express yourself. \nThis event is ideal for creatives of all backgroundswriters\, visual artists\, performers\, and makerswho are looking for ways to stay connected to their practice while honouring their mental health. \n\nJulys host is Andrew Bond Andrew has been a multi-disciplinary digital creative for over 10 years and now works as a voice actor and creative producer of The Kingdom Sleeps podcast URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/gather-create-vulcan-works/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250609T141520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T141520Z UID:127579-1750327200-1750345200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Google Digital Garage: DESCRIPTION:Improve your digital skills to help grow your business or career with free in-person training from Google UK. \nGoogle is coming toNorthampton! \nJoin us in person for free workshops and mentoring sessions.Google Digital Garagetrainers will be available to help you grow your business online and find new customers. \nWhat to expect on the day \nWe will be running varied sessions all day\, alongside interactive networking opportunities. \nYou will leave the event with a clear understanding of AI\, new digital skills and how to implement these methods to help your business thrive. \nJoin us for an exciting event where you’ll learn how AI can enhance your marketing and productivity helping you work smarter\, save time and achieve better results! \nFree lunch will be available. \nPlease arrive at 10.00 am to check in before the day begins at 10.15 am.Enjoy complimentary coffee and tea while you settle in.If you have any questions\, please get in touch at events@enterprisenation.com. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/google-digital-garage/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot-2025-06-09-151211.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250616T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250616T123000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250609T141004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T141004Z UID:127576-1750066200-1750077000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Creating Equalz - Pamoja Njia Bora Launch Event. DESCRIPTION:Creating Equalz presents Pamoja Njia Bora: a new path for change\, connection\, and community. \nCreating Equalz proudly invites you to join us for a special morning event as we launch the Pamoja Njia Bora Programme. \nWere delighted to invite you to the official launch ofPamoja Njia Bora a new and important programme thats all about creating better connections in our communities and encouraging more positive dynamics among us. \nCome and meet others passionate about building a safer\, more supportive future. The morning will include a warm welcome\, an introduction to the project\, and space to explore whats ahead. \nAbout the Programme\nPamoja Njia Bora(meaning “Better Way Together”) is a behaviour change programme tailored specifically for Black African\, Caribbean\, and Mixed Heritage men and their communities. \nSpanningNorthamptonshire\, Nottinghamshire\, and Derbyshire\, the programme offers culturally responsive and trauma-informed support that helps participants: \n\nUnderstand and shift harmful behaviours\nBuild and maintain healthy relationships\nTake accountability and make real\, lasting change\n\nThis is about awareness\, education\, and transformation with community at its heart. \nWere excited to share whats to come\, and we hope youll be part of this meaningful journey. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/creating-equalz-pamoja-njia-bora-launch-event/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot-2025-06-09-150653.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250530T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250530T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250513T100610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T100610Z UID:126385-1748599200-1748606400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:The Vulcan Sessions 10: AI and Brand Marketing DESCRIPTION:Frances Gordon \nAs AI-generated content becomes mainstream\, being true to a distinctive brand voice is more critical than ever. In this session\, youll discover how to define clear guidelines that can be translated into effective AI prompts. So you can communicate your unique brand personality in a consistent way\, across all your content. \nDelegates will walk away with these take-aways: \nStrategies to define and refine your brand voice as you integrate AI \nWell look at practical exercises to identify brand voice traits clearly enough to communicate to AI. Ill show a simple template to document brand voice principles effectively. \nTechniques for turning brand voice guidelines into effective AI prompts \nWell have some fun translating abstract voice attributes (e.g.\, confident or friendly) into prompt language. \nHow to keep consistency in voice and tone across human and AI-generated content \nWell go through a checklist for editing and reviewing AI-generated content to make it consistent with human-generated materials. \nAbout Frances Gordon \nFrances Gordon is Director of Narratology\, a boutique content agency based in Northampton. She helps banks\, fintechs and tech companies create and manage content that stays true to their voice in an AI-driven world. Her training courses focus on using AI responsibly to maintain quality\, clarity and connection. \nFrances has led content teams at fintechs Oradian and Backbase\, and was VP Content Strategist at Barclaycard UK. She lectures on the localisation Masters at the University of Strasbourg. Frances is a sought-after speaker on content ethics\, plain language\, AI\, and UX writing and has presented at TechCommUK\, PLAIN\, Content Strategy Applied\, World IA Day and ConfabEU\,andy manyothers. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-vulcan-sessions-10-ai-and-brand-marketing/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-05-13-110336.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T130000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250430T143439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T143439Z UID:126137-1746615600-1746622800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Create. Record. Thrive. DESCRIPTION:Meet The Pod Collective \nCurious about podcasting? Already creating and want to level up?\nCome along to our exclusiveMeet & Greetevent and find out howThe Pod Collectivecan support your journey from idea to broadcast. \nWhether you’re a content creator\, business owner\, or influencer\,The Pod Collectiveare your one-stop solution for professional podcasting. \nWho Are The Pod Collective?\nThe Pod Collective is your one-stop shop for all things podcasting. Whether youre a creator\, influencer\, or business\, they offer the tools\, expertise\, and professional spaces to help your ideas thrive. From state-of-the-art studios to full-service production and promotion\, theyre here to amplify your voice. \nWhat to Expect at the Meet & Greet\n? Learn how they manage podcasts from concept to distribution\n? Chat with Hugo & Jack about how they can support your podcast journey\n? Connect with other creators\, businesses\, and content pros \nWhether you’re just getting started or looking to level up your content\, come say hello and see how The Pod Collective can support your story. \n?Ready to turn your ideas into a podcast?\nRegister now and join us at Vulcan Works. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/create-record-thrive/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Create.Record.Thrive.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250501T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250501T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250414T114818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T114818Z UID:125818-1746122400-1746129600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:TMM IRL: Beyond the Rainbow building LGBTQIA+ inclusion into your work and workplaces DESCRIPTION: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 ? \nWere 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. \nThink of this as a community event\, where the focus is very much on you meeting other people in a chilled out friendly space. Well 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. \nLets have a lovely night in the company of some amazin people. \n \nSpeaker: Chris Dunne\, CEO at Outvertising\nTopic: Beyond the Rainbow: building LGBTQIA+ inclusion into your work and workplaces \nMarketing has the power to create positive societal change. At a time when LGBTQIA+ people are coming under increasing attack from politicians and sections of the media\, allies and advocates in our industry are looking for meaningful and tangible ways to support the community in their work and how they do business. \nThis session will: \n Outline some of the challenges LGBTQIA+ people face in 2025\n Explore how LGBTQIA+ inclusion can benefit everyone\n Equip you with a framework to build LGBTQIA+ equity into your marketing communications and organisation\n Share examples of campaigns that are leading the way in positive and authentic LGBTQIA+ representation\n Provide 3 actions everyone can start doing today to drive better workplace inclusion \n \nThe format of the night: \n6:00 pm doors open drinks\, networking\, and smiles\n6:30 pm introduction and talks begin\n7:00 pm talks finish\, networking\, listening\, saying hello\, and positively lovely people\n7:45 pm end of the night you leave with new contacts and fresh ideas \n\nPartnered with Digital Northants\, putting local businesses in touch with digital companies who can help solve their problems\, to encourage the growth of business in Northamptonshire. Check them out at https://digitalnorthants.com/ \nPartnered with The ONE Group\, whose recruitment team bridges the gap between marketing professionals and a vast network of Northamptonshire businesses\, empowering career progression at every stage with unmissable opportunities and job-hunting support. Read more at TheOneGroup.co.uk \nPartnered with Vulcan Works\, helping entrepreneurs bring world challenging ideas to life. A workspace and community for innovative creatives. Check them out at VulcanWorks.co.uk\n \nAnd finally \nThis is a donation ticketed event. The ticket price is yours to choose\, from 3 to 30 (the average attendees choose to pay 8.79 ? \nWe of course understand that these are tough times\, so if you are experiencing financial hardship and cannot afford the minimum donation amount\, please reach out to el@themarketingmeetup.com and well find a ticket for you (provided capacity hasnt already been reached!) ? \nPlease let your marketing friends and colleagues know about this group too\, we hope to build it into a great resource for the community over the coming months and years. Attendance will be taken at this event. If you sign up but dont show up\, this has a knock on effect on event arrangements. If it happens 3 times\, youre outta here! This is simply a measure to allow appropriate respect to the organisers\, speakers\, sponsors\, and your fellow community members ? \n\nSee you there! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/tmm-irl-beyond-the-rainbow-building-lgbtqia-inclusion-into-your-work-and-workplaces/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Screenshot-2025-04-14-124730.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250430T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250430T193000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250423T131116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T131116Z UID:125935-1746025200-1746041400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Mavis Technologies - INVESTOR OPEN DAY DESCRIPTION:Join us at Mavis Technologies’ Investor Open Day on 30th April 2025\, to learn more about becoming an investor! \n\n\nCome join us for an excitingINVESTOR OPEN DAYat Vulcan Works – Offices & Coworking Space! This is your chance to hear our investment pitch\, meet the Advisory Board\, have a tour of our facilities\, and network. \n\n\n\n\nMavis Technologies Ltd URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/mavis-technologies-investor-open-day/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Screenshot-2025-04-23-140730.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250425T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250425T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250402T142337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T142337Z UID:125366-1745575200-1745596800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Hot Desk with NNBN at Vulcan Works. DESCRIPTION:Struggling to get work done at home ? \nDo you need a change of scenary ? \nMiss working as a team ? \nLooking to bounce ideas off others ? \nJoin us at Vulcan Works for some hot desking and we’ll work with you to help you feel some love!!! \nFree to attend and includes coffee! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/hot-desk-with-nnbn-at-vulcan-works/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Screenshot-2025-04-02-152249.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250402T140608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T140608Z UID:125363-1745485200-1745512200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Cowork Crew Northampton DESCRIPTION: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! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/cowork-crew-northampton/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Event,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Screenshot-2025-04-02-150410.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250404T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250404T140000 DTSTAMP:20260408T221835 CREATED:20250328T074401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T074401Z UID:125207-1743760800-1743775200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Vulcan Works Open Day DESCRIPTION:Experience the innovative projects and initiatives at Vulcan Works during our Open Day \nWelcome to Vulcan Works Open Day! \nJoin us atVulcan Works – Offices & Coworking Spacefor a day filled with networking\, and discovering new opportunities. Whether you’re a freelancer\, entrepreneur\, or just curious about coworking spaces\, this event is for you! \nExplore our modern facilities\, tour our offices and meet our vibrant community. Don’t miss this chance to see firsthand what makes Vulcan Works the perfect place to work and connect. \nMark your calendar and come along to Vulcan Works Open Day we can’t wait to show you around! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/vulcan-works-open-day/ LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Capture-8.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR