Why We Host Carrot Club Meet Ups

Behind every local business is a person with experience, ideas and a story worth sharing.

Carrot Club Meet Ups create space for those people to meet face to face, build relationships and discover the independent businesses that make each patch unique.

They're about helping local business owners become more connected, more visible and more rooted in their community.

Want to Get Involved?

Come along to a Carrot Club Meet Up or become a Trusted Venue Partner and host one yourself.

Become a Member

Meet independent business owners, discover local venues and build genuine connections through Carrot Club Meet Ups.

Become a Member

Host a Carrot Club Meet-up

Welcome local businesses through your doors and put your venue at the heart of the patch.

Become a Trusted Venue Partner

Meet the Businesses

Get to know some of the independent businesses you might meet at our Carrot Club meet-ups, from across our local patches.

6 great reasons to attend a Carrot Club Meet Up

01 Relaxed networking

No formal pitches or 60 second introductions, just open conversation in a more informal setting.

02 Hosted in independent venues

Each meet up takes place inside a real local business, giving you the chance to discover new places in your area.

03 Meet other business owners

Build local connections in a natural way with other independent businesses, freelancers and creatives.

04 Support local businesses

Enjoy what the venue offers while you are there, whether that is coffee, cake, drinks or something unique to the space.

05 Meet the owner

Get to know the people behind the venue and hear a little about how they got started.

06 Discover New Places

Experience the spaces where local advertising lives and see how Spiky Carrot works in real settings.

Thinking About Coming Along?

Have a question about the meet ups? Here are a few common things people often ask before attending.

What are Carrot Club Meet Ups?

Carrot Club Meet Ups are relaxed networking events hosted inside independent businesses that are part of the Spiky Carrot network. They give local business owners the chance to meet, chat and make new connections in a more informal setting.

Who are Carrot Club Meet Ups for?

Carrot Club Meet Ups are for local business owners, freelancers, creatives and anyone who wants to connect with other independent businesses in their area.

Are these formal networking events?

No. There are no formal pitches or 60 second introductions. Carrot Club Meet Ups are designed to feel more relaxed, casual and natural than traditional networking events.

Why are the meet ups hosted inside independent businesses?

Each meet up takes place inside a business that is part of the Spiky Carrot network. This gives attendees the chance to discover local venues, meet the owner, enjoy what they offer and see Spiky Carrot advertising spaces in real settings.

Will every meet up be the same?

No. Each venue is different, so every meet up will have its own feel. Some may take place in cafés, bakeries, bars or other independent spaces, but the aim is always the same, to bring people together in a relaxed local setting.

Can I come on my own?

Yes. Many people will attend on their own, and Carrot Club Meet Ups are designed to make it easier to meet new people in a friendly and informal way.

How do I book a place?

You can book your place by selecting one of the upcoming meet ups and purchasing your ticket through the event page.