BEUK Meetup Breakdown #24 🥜
Bitcoin meetups for the UK and Ireland for 11th - 17th November 2024. Plus, new merchants now accepting bitcoin.
“When tyranny becomes law, rebellion becomes duty.” —Thomas Jefferson
Following the historic events in the US last week, it seems the bull has finally started its run.
Bitcoin doesn’t care, though, and whatever happens, and we keep moving onwards and upwards.
We have another packed week of meetups with eleven events, a big one in Bristol and two new businesses accepting bitcoin as payment.
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Upcoming Bitcoin Meetups
Happening this week…
Dundee Bitcoin: Join them on the 2nd Monday of every month from 5:30 to 8:30 PM at The Wine Press, 16 Shore Terrace, Dundee DD1 3DN. This month’s meetup is on Monday, 11th November. 🍻🍷
Canterbury Bitcoin: Meeting this month at the Millers Arms in Canterbury at 7 PM on Tuesday the 12th of November. An informal meetup to discuss Bitcoin and chat. 🍻
Glasgow Bitcoin: Wednesday 13th November at the Commitee Room number 9, G11 JQ. 18:00. 🍻
Bitcoin Nottingham: The November Bitcoin Nottingham Meetup date for your diary is Wednesday 13th at 18:30 at Carlton Town Football Club, bitcoin accepted at the ground. 🍻
Bitcoinology: Presenting an honest review of the Bitkey hardware wallet. Learn what makes this product unique and, in general, how to evaluate security devices! Free to attend at Cyphermunk House, 9 Northington Street, London at 18:30. 🔐
Sutton Coldfield Bitcoin: Your Bitcoin Boomer host, Roger is back on the 13th for the Sutton Coldfield meetup. You’ll find them at the Station Pub, B73 6AT, from 19:00 onwards. Convenient for the train, bus and local parking. If coming by train, leave at the platform two exit. 🍻
Bitcoin Liverpool: Bitcoin Liverpool’s next gathering will be on Thursday November 14th at 6:30pm, in the Railway pub on Tithebarn Street, Liverpool, L2 2DT. 🍻
Bitcoin Beach Bournemouth On Thursday the 14th Bournemouth will be meeting at Chaplins Cellar Bar in the Cog Room, BH1 4AG. 19:30. 🍻
Norfolk Bitcoin: Friday 15th November at Marzano Cafe, Norwich Forum from 18:00. All welcome, head along for a good Bitcoin chat with like-minded individuals. 🍻
BWest - Bitcoin Bristol: This is the big one for the week! I’ve been telling you about it for weeks now and it’s finally here. On Saturday the 16th it’s BWest, a one day mini-conference at Hamilton House, Stokes Croft, Bristol. There’s an incredible lineup of speakers and events throughout the day. Not one to miss and definitely worth the travel from wherever you are in the country. The day kicks off at 10:00 till 17:00. 🍻☕️🎙️🎪
Bitcoin Walk - Edinburgh: Every Saturday they walk around Arthur’s Seat in this historic city. Join them at 12 pm to chat about all things Bitcoin and keep fit. 🚶♂️🚶🏻♀️🚶
New businesses Accepting Bitcoin
This week we have…
BTC Citadel Limited: An engineering company based in Northamptonshire. Providing engineering support for the manufacturing industry and will soon be launching ‘Bitcoin Builder’ workshops at their main office in Corby, offering the Bitcoin Community access to their 3D printers. Give them a follow on Twitter.
Century Club: An acclaimed members club in the heart of London’s thearterland. From there website - “Founded in 2001, the club quickly gained a reputation as a hub for artists, writers, musicians and other creative types”. The perfect place to work, rest, play and now, spend your bitcoin.
Upcoming Special Events
This event isn’t happening next week, but it’s important to add to your calendar now as tickets are selling fast.
Post Market, Balham - Bitcoin Launch Party: If you thought Tooting Market would be a one-off think again. Balham market is poised to be the next Bitcoin hotspot in London and this launch event will give you a taste of the great potential of this location. Come and meet those involved, and support the merchants that have already started accepting bitcoin. All the details are on the eventbrite page at the link above.
Get Involved
Volunteer Opportunities: Bridge2Bitcoin is actively seeking volunteers who share our passion for merchant adoption. We’d be delighted to connect if you’re eager to contribute. Reach out to us on Twitter or through our website.
Start Your Own Meetup: Interested in launching a Bitcoin meetup? We’re here to support you every step of the way. We’ve assisted numerous UK Bitcoin meetups in getting started. Get in touch via Twitter.
Contribute to BTCMaps: BTCMaps is a vital part of the Bitcoin ecosystem. It’s a perfect project to get involved with if you’re not a coder or even that technical. A great way to give back to the community. Maintain an area of the UK and keep it up-to-date.
Telegram users: You might find our Telegram Channel another useful way to keep up-to-date with UK meetups.
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Get out and support the meetups where you can, visit Bitcoin Events UK for more info on each meetup and to find your closest on the interactive map.
Stay tuned for more updates next week!
Simon.