BEUK Meetup Breakdown #29
Bitcoin meetups for the UK and Ireland for 16th - 22nd December 2024.
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The holiday season is upon us!
Keep an eye out for a special edition of the newsletter in the coming days, featuring some of the best UK merchants accepting bitcoin—perfect for those last-minute Christmas gifts for your loved ones.
For now, though, it’s all about meetups. Let’s dive into what’s happening this week…
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Happening this week…
Newcastle upon Tyne Bitcoin Meetup: The next Newcastle meetup is on Tuesday 17th December at The Ware Rooms Bar. 6:30 PM.
Leamington Spa: This month on Tuesday the 17th at the White Horse, CV32 5PZ. 19:00.
Bitcoin Surrey & Berkshire Bitcoiners: A joint Christmas Dinner and 100k Party on Tuesday, 17th December, at Yiayias at The Fox (GU10 3PH). Dinner starts at 19:30, featuring award-winning Greek cuisine and the option of a Festive Meze or a Traditional Christmas menu. Kirit Magic will perform exclusive Bitcoin-themed close-up magic at 18:00. Tickets are £35 per person, with a £15 deposit required by 10th December via the Lightning Network. The venue accepts Bitcoin for drinks and dinner balances, so bring your Lightning wallet. Free parking is available, and kids are welcome.
Bitcoin Glasgow: Bitcoin Glasgow meet every 3rd Wednesday of the month and this month will be on the 18th at The Maltman, 59–61 Renfield Street at 6 PM to 8 PM.
Shropshire Bitcoin: On the 18th, the Shropshire crew will be meeting at the Admiral Benbow in Shrewsbury.
Bitcoin Nottingham: The December Bitcoin Nottingham Meetup date for your diary is Thursday 19th at 18:30, Carlton Town Football Club.
Brum Bitcoin & Beer: If you’re in the Birmingham area head along to meet some fellow bitcoiners on Thursday 19th at 19:00. You’ll find them this month at The Wellington, Bennett’s Hill, B2 5SN.
Penzance Bitcoin Meetup: This week the Penzance meetup crew will be at The Dolphin Tavern, Quay Street, TR18 4BD, on Thursday, the 19th of December at 20:00. They’ll be in the ‘little room’ on the right at table 21. Everyone is welcome, from OG’s to beginners.
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.
London Bitcoin Space: A Christmas special at the Lady Ottoline pub and Cyphermunk House. Lunch, drinks, talks and activities including a raffle with a chance to win a Bitaxe. Starting at 13:00 to 19:00 at The Lady Ottoline, 11a Northington Street, WC1N 2JF.
Real Bedford - Home Game: Peter MacCormack’s boys are at home this Saturday playing Aylesbury United. Join them for a 3pm kickoff.
Bitcoin Bristol: Meeting at The Bristol Stable, BS1 5UH at 18:15 on the 21st for some grassroots education, good food and drinks.
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.