EVENTS, NETWORKING & MASTERCLASSES FOR 2025
DBN's 2025 Meeting Dates.
Make sure you're part of every valuable DBN gathering this year! We've lined up all our 2025 networking dates for you. Add them to your calendar today and keep those essential connections thriving.
See more meeting information below.
September DBN networking meeting
Are you ready to swap the conference room for a breath of fresh air? We're thrilled to invite you to our September networking event with a difference: the DBN Wag 'n Walk at Beamish! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow local businesses in a relaxed, scenic environment - and yes, your four-legged friends are more than welcome to join us!
This is a brilliant way to network, share ideas, and build relationships while enjoying the beautiful countryside.
Event Details
What: DBN Wag and Walk
When: Tuesday, 16th September 2025
Time: 8:30 AM
Meeting Point: We'll meet in the car park at Beamish Hall Hotel.
The Walk: We will be taking a walk of approximately 4 miles around Ousbrough Wood, Beamish, which is located directly opposite Beamish Hall Hotel. The walk will be led by Gareth and Ben from Take a Hike. There will be one or two elevated parts, so we recommend wearing walking shoes or sturdy trainers.
Cost: This event is FREE to attend for everyone.
Optional Extra: Please bring along some pennies if you'd like to join us for a well-deserved coffee afterwards at The Stables courtyard.
We look forward to seeing you (and your furry companions!) there for a morning of fresh air, good company, and great conversation.
2025 MEETING DATES & VENUES
All meetings are FREE to members and £10 to non members unless otherwise stated. | ||
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DBN Wag & Walk. Beamish Hall Hotel Car Park | ||
Tuesday, 21st October 2025 Beamish Museum. 9.30 am to 12pm. | ||
FREE Joint event with Northern Tenants Network at Derwentside Business Centre, Consett. |
HOW TO USE OUR NEW BOOKING SYSTEM
If you experience any issues with booking your place on one of our meetings, we have produced a short video of how to book - WATCH HERE
PROVISIONAL DATES & VENUES FOR 2026
Tuesday, 20th January 2026 – Beamish Hall Hotel, Coppy Lane, Beamish, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 0YB – 8:30-10:30 – Shoebox Expo
Tuesday, 17th February 2026 – Consett Golf Club, Elmfield Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 5NN – 8:30-10:30
Tuesday, 17th March 2026 – Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens, Woodland Road, Ushaw Moor, County Durham, DH7 7DW – 8:30-10:30
Tuesday, 21st April 2026 – Beamish Golf Club, Beamish, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 0RH – 8:30-10:30
Thursday, 21st May 2026 – Derwentside Business Centre, Consett Business Park, Werdohl Way, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6BP – Joint event with Northern Tenants Network – 9:00-11:00
Tuesday, 16th June 2026 – Consett Rugby Club, Amethyst Park, Medomsley Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6LU – 8:30-10:30
Wednesday, 15th July 2026 – DBN BBQ 2026 – Derwent Reservoir Sailing Club, Blanchland, Consett, County Durham, DH8 9PT – Time TBC
Tuesday, 18th August 2026 – Wag ‘n Walk – Starting point TBC
Tuesday, 15th September 2026 – Beamish Hall Hotel, Coppy Lane, Beamish, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 0YB – 8:30-10:30
Tuesday, 20th October 2026 – Beamish Museum, Beamish, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 0RG – 9:30-11:30
Thursday, 19th November 2026 – Derwentside Business Centre, Consett Business Park, Werdohl Way, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6BP – Joint event with Northern Tenants Network – 9:00-11:00
Tuesday, 8th December 2026 – Steel House Bistro, Derwentside College, Front Street, Consett, County Durham, DH8 5EE – 8:30-10:30
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CAN YOU GIVE YOUR CUSTOMERS A BETTER ONLINE EXPERIENCE?
Introducing a new service for DBN members
How easy is it for your customers to find the products and services they are looking for and how easy is it for them to buy from you?
Here's how it works. We invite a couple of our members to meet with you online to chat about what you want your website and social media to do for your business. Over a few days they will visit your website and media pages as "shoppers" and then give you constructive feedback about what works and what could be even better. We have a checklist of things to look for so it is consistent no matter who carries it out.
Please let us know if you would like us to check out your website or the social media pages you sell from and we'll set up an online meeting between you and your two "shoppers" so you can chat about what you need from your customer experience healthcheck. Drop us an email at connect@dobusinessnetwork.com.
