If you are not currently part of a local networking group in Peterborough you are missing out on a great opportunity to learn from your peers and share tips and best practice. 

If you are experiencing business issues, want to bounce ideas, source new suppliers or just simply build your network, here are just a few great reasons why attending a regular networking group can help you and your business:

• Be part of your local thriving community
• Gain access to potential new customers
• Meet like minded individuals
• Get referrals/recommendations
• Meet suppliers
• Boost brand awareness
• Promote your products, services or events

We’ve put together a list of local networking groups to make it easier for you to find the perfect groups for you and your business:

Ask, Share, Connect – Your Marketing Network
A monthly small business meet-up where you can ask questions, get expert advice and connect with others to overcome
your marketing challenges.
Contact: Anne-Marie Lategan [email protected]
When: Wednesday 22nd January 2025, then every third wednesday of the month, 10:00am- 12:00pm
Web: www.yourmarketing.network

BNI Synergy Peterborough
A referral networking group that meets weekly at Allia Future Business Centre.
Contact: Thornton Holmes Apply to visit
When: Wednesdays @ 6:30 am
Web: www.bnibreakfast.co.uk

BNI Quantum Peterborough
A referral networking group that meets weekly at Eventus Business Centre in market Deeping.
Contact: Rachel Stuart Apply to visit
When: Thursdays @ 8:15 am
Web: www.bnibreakfast.co.uk

Business Buzz Cambridgeshire 
Vibrant, welcoming networking events in Peterborough & Cambridge in Cambridgeshire
Contact: Stephen Spencer [email protected]
Peterborough: Meet every 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10 am-12 pm, Cambridgeshire
Cambridge: Meeting every 1st Thursday of each month between 10am-12pm.
Web: www.business-buzz.org/cambridgeshire

Cadre Rocket
Cadre Rocket is a business networking group for SMEs and freelancers in the Cambridge and Peterborough regions.
Contact: Ricke Williams [email protected]
When: Twice a month online.
Web: www.cadrerocket.com

Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce 
The Chamber provides many opportunities for members to widen their network of business contacts
Contact: [email protected]
When: Various weekly events
Web: www.cambridgeshirechamber.co.uk

Creative Content Company
Looking to network in Peterborough for free while supporting a local business?
Contact: [email protected]
When: Various monthly events
Web: Eventbrite

Entrepreneurs Circle Peterborough
Every month, some of the most switched-on business owners in Peterborough get together, NOT to ‘network’, but to focus on one thing… growing their business!
Contact: [email protected]
When: Monthly events
Web: www.entrepreneurscircle.org

Flagship Fengate Network Event
Fengate Network Event in Peterborough for a morning of networking and collaboration with local businesses!
Contact: [email protected]
When: Monthly event
Web: Eventbrite

In the Hive
Network at a fantastic space bringing people together for business networking, not to mention some fabulous food, with spectacular views of the stunning Cathedral.
Contact: [email protected]
When: Wednesday 12th February, Becket’s Tea Room
Web: www.queenbeeandco.co.uk

Last Wednesday Business Breakfast
Informal breakfast networking at The Hampton Brewers Fayre
Contact: Dean Crago
When: 7:30am – Last Wednesday of every month
Web: https://www.facebook.com/groups/333853056795923

Link4Business 
Helps to easily connect with other business owners
Contact: Nikki Pepper www.link4business.co.uk/contact
When: Various events
Web: www.link4business.co.uk

Link4Growth 
An Association owned and directed by its members whose main aim is for people to come together and have conversations
Contact: Nikki Pepper www.uk.link4growth.org/contactus.html
When: Various
Web: www.uk.link4growth.org

Metro Bank
Join James Zimmer-Smith and many other local businesses at the Metro Bank Peterborough to celebrate Financial Literacy Month.
Contact: James Zimmer-Smith [email protected]
When: Wednesday 9th April 3-4:45pm
Web: Eventbrite

The Original Business Club 
For business leaders, executives and professionals who share a passion for knowledge, growth and development
Contact: Dan Russell [email protected]
When: Fortnightly at the Holiday Inn, Peterborough
Web: www.theoriginalbusinessclub.co.uk

1Networking 
A group for networkers looking for referrals, introductions, opportunities and sales
Contact: Gary Thorpe
When: Various
Web: www.1networking.biz

Rutland Chamber of Commerce 
The Rutland Chamber provides many opportunities for members to widen their network of business contacts.
Contact: [email protected]
When: Various weekly events
Web: www.rutland-chamber.co.uk

The Pineapple Network 
Supportive local business network for those who want to cheerlead for themselves and others.
Contact: [email protected]
When: In person, 9:30am – 11:30am monthly
Web: Eventbrite

Whittlesey and District Business Community
A local networking group to support businesses and sole traders based in Whittlesey
When: Every last Wednesday of the month – arrive 6pm for a 6:30pm start at the Falcon Hotel Whittlesey.
Web: www.whittleseybusinesscommunity.co.uk

Women’s Business Network at Brightfield Business Hub 
Bringing ambitious women together to network, learn and grow
Contact: [email protected]
When: Monthly
Web: www.brightfieldbusinesshub.co.uk

Do you want your business networking group added to our list? Please contact Sara [email protected] with your details.

Local networking groups are a great opportunity to meet like minded individuals, learn from your peers and share tips and best practice. 

If you are looking for help to resolve business issues, want feedback on any ideas you have, looking for local suppliers or just want to build your network – attending a regular networking group can help you and your business.

• Be part of your local thriving community
• Gain access to potential new customers
• Meet like minded individuals
• Get referrals/recommendations
• Meet potential investors
• Boost brand awareness
• Meet suppliers of services of products that benefit your company

There are a variety of networking groups running in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire so there’s bound to be the perfect groups for you and your business. To help you with your search we’ve put together a list of some of the local groups:
 
Business Buzz Cambridge 
In-person drop-in sessions to catch up with the local business community in Cambridge.
Contact: Stephen Spencer
When: 1st Thursday of each month between 10am-12pm
Web: www.business-buzz.org/cambridgeshire/cambridge

BNI Cambridge 
A referral networking group that meets weekly at Cambridge Rugby Club
Contact: Oliver Shevki Apply to visit
When: Wednesdays at 6:45 am
Web: www.bnicambs.co.uk/cambridge-bni-fitzwilliam-of-cambridge

Cam Creatives
Networking group for creatives of all disciplines
Contact: Paul Smith 
When: 3rd Tuesday of every month, 7:30 pm
Web: www.camcreatives.com

Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce 
The Chamber provides many opportunities for members to widen their network of business contacts
Contact: [email protected]
When: Various weekly events
Web: www.cambridgeshirechamber.co.uk

Cambridge Association for Women in Science and Engineering (Cambridge AWiSE) 
Cambridge Association for Women in Science and Engineering (Cambridge AWiSE) is a network group for women in science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM), in both industry and academia.
Contact: Rukshana Jaman [email protected]
When: Various
Web: /www.camawise.org.uk

Cambridge Network 
Cambridge Network connects and supports businesses within a network of over 1000 members.
Contact: https://www.cambridgenetwork.co.uk/contact-us
When: Various
Web: hwww.cambridgenetwork.co.uk

Cambridge 100 
Cambridge 100 is a business club where senior executives, entrepreneurs, innovators, professionals, scientists, academics and technologists meet for dinner every 3 months.
Contact: [email protected]
When: Cambridge 100 hold dinners four times a year
Web: www.cambridge100.org.uk

Cambridge Cleantech 
Cambridge Cleantech is a network organisation set up to support sustainable, ‘clean technology’ companies.
Contact: [email protected]
When: Various
Web: www.cambridgecleantech.org.uk

The Cambridge Business and Professional Club 
Meet twice a month and has over 140 members.
Contact: Rich Wainwright https://www.cbpc.co.uk/contact/
When: Twice a month
Web: www.cbpc.co.uk

Cambridge Pitch and Mix 
Meet at BOX cafe to connect with the startup / entrepreneurial community in Cambridge.
Contact: Massimo Gaetani 
When: Every Thursday, 8:45 – 10:00 am
Web: www.meetup.com/campitchmix

Network B2B Cambridge 
Weekly networking event connecting companies in Cambridge.
Contact: [email protected]
When: Every Tuesday, 7am-9am
Web: www.networkb2b.co.uk/store/cambridge

One Nucleus 
One Nucleus is a not-for-profit Life Sciences & Healthcare membership organisation supporting institutions, companies and individuals in the Life Sciences sector. 
Contact: Tony Jones [email protected]
When: Various
Web: www.onenucleus.com/

Women in Business Network 
The Cambridgeshire Central group covers the city and surrounding villages. 
Contact: Nikki Stock [email protected]
When: Meetings are once a month on the fourth Tuesday of the month.
Online, 8 times a year: 11am to 1pm
In-person, 4 times a year: 12pm to 2pm
Web: www.wibn.co.uk

Women in Business Network 
WIBN Cambridgeshire North covers St Ives, Huntingdon, Fenlands and the A1 Corridor 
Contact: Nikki Stock [email protected]
When: Meetings are once a month on the second Wednesday of the month.
Online, 8 times a year: 11am to 1pm
In-person, 4 times a year: 12pm to 2pm
Web: www.wibn.co.uk

Do you want your business networking group added to our list? Please contact Sara [email protected] with your details.