Networking events in Eastbourne
Networking is the backbone of Eastbourne's business calendar. It runs from early coffee meet-ups to after-work drinks, in seafront hotels, coworking spaces in the town centre and venues out in Hailsham and Polegate. Some groups meet on a regular cycle with a steady membership; others are open to anyone who books. Both are listed here whenever visitors can book, with the time, place and organiser on every event, so you can pick the rooms that suit you. If you're new to it, an open event is the easiest place to start: a couple of hours and you'll have met a good handful of local businesses.
Upcoming networking events
- NetworkingNew this weekSussex Care Hub Professional Networking (Eastbourne)Sussex Care HubWednesday 14 October 2026Wed 14 Oct2pm to 3:30pm, Hallmark Willingdon Park Manor, Eastbourne
- NetworkingNew this weekChamber Curry NightEastbourne Unltd Chamber of CommerceWednesday 28 October 2026Wed 28 Oct6pm to 9pm, Taj, Eastbourne
- NetworkingNew this weekThank Cocktails It's Friday: Shake Up Your FridayEastbourne Unltd Chamber of CommerceFriday 6 November 2026Fri 6 Nov5:30pm to 7:30pm, Urban Ground, Eastbourne
- NetworkingNew this weekFSB Connect Eastbourne: NovemberFederation of Small BusinessesTuesday 10 November 2026Tue 10 Nov10am to 12pm, The Friday Street Farm, Eastbourne
- NetworkingNew this weekSussex Care Hub Professional Networking (Eastbourne)Sussex Care HubWednesday 11 November 2026Wed 11 Nov2pm to 3:30pm, Hallmark Willingdon Park Manor, Eastbourne
- NetworkingNew this weekWalfinch Coffee MorningWalfinch EastbourneThursday 12 November 2026Thu 12 Nov10:30am to 12pm, The Strand Hotel, Eastbourne
- NetworkingNew this weekChamber Coffee and ConnectionsEastbourne Unltd Chamber of CommerceTuesday 17 November 2026Tue 17 Nov8:30am to 9:30am, Simply Patisserie, Eastbourne
Questions
Are there free networking events in Eastbourne?
Yes. Some networking events are free, and others charge a small fee to cover the venue or refreshments. Every listing shows the price on the event page, and the Free filter on the events page shows only the free ones.
Can I go to a networking group without being a member?
Many groups welcome visitors, often for a first visit or at a non-member rate. Each event page shows the price and links straight to the organiser, who can confirm what's open to visitors.
What should I bring to my first networking event?
Business cards or a quick way to share your details, a one-line answer to "what do you do?", and a couple of questions to ask other people. Most local events are relaxed, and organisers are usually happy to introduce newcomers.
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