Networking - TW Works

In 2023, there were approximately 450,000 business networking events across the UK! The average attendance rate for networking events increased by 12% from 2022 to 2023, indicating a growing interest among professionals to connect face-to-face after the pandemic.

Tunbridge Wells has an abundance of formal and informal business networking groups that provide platforms for socialising as well as doing business.

Networking events in Tunbridge Wells

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Date	Time	Group/Location	Event
October	20 Oct, Tue Tue 20	6:30 - 8:30pm	Spark Business Networking & Events Tunbridge Wells	Spark Networking – The Old Auction House Join for a networking event in Tunbridge Wells, with guest brochure included. Tickets from £27.80
30 Oct, Fri Fri 30	10:30 - 12:00pm	West Kent Chamber of Commerce Tonbridge	Netwalking Penshurst Place Our event is open to everyone, irrespective of location, or business sector, and is hosted on the last Friday of each month (with the exception of December). If you’re an individual who would like to grow your network, connect with other business professionals, and meet Chamber members, then join us in the beautiful surroundings of Penshurst Place and Gardens Our walks are leisurely and relaxed and take around an hour. Thackray Williams provide complimentary refreshments of a coffee, tea, or soft drink, on arrival, and a pre-ordered light snack for lunch. Food options are circulated a week in advance to assist each venue with their orders, so timely booking is important. Please be mindful that our venues will have limited options to support dietary requirements, and food cannot be made to order. If you place a food order and are unable to attend our event, please email hello@thackraywilliams.com so they can make the necessary adjustments. Dress: casual, comfortable, and warm. Trainers or walking shoes are essential especially during the winter months or if the preceding weeks have been wet Distance: this isn’t a route march; we walk at a leisurely pace for around 60 minutes and will cover approximately 2 miles Level of difficulty: some venues do have steep inclines in places, but you can choose to walk at your own pace Guests: children are always welcome, especially if our walk coincides with school holidays, or if they’re pre-school. Dogs are always welcome too, but some venues may require them to be kept on the lead Venue address: Penshurst Place and Gardens, Penshurst Place Penshurst Road, Tonbridge TN11 8DG Parking: There is ample free car parking in our main visitor car park, close to the Visitor Entrance and Gift Shop. Parking for the disabled is at the front of the grassed car park Arrival and meeting directions: On the day of your visit, access is via the main Visitors’ Entrance and we will meet at the Porcupine Pantry at 10.30am to collect a hot drink of your choice courtesy of Thackray Williams. From M25 Junction 5 follow A21 to Tonbridge, leaving at Hildenborough exit; then follow brown tourist signs. From M20/M26 Junction 2a follow A25 (Sevenoaks), A21 for Hildenborough, then follow brown tourist signs.. Timings: 10.30am - 12pm This event will be followed by a light lunch, please select your food option via the registration form. Bookings: Please note bookings can only be made via our website. Booking forms for the rest of our 2026 Netwalking events will be available in the New Year so please do come back to visit our website to book on then. If you are unable to attend this event, please email hello@thackraywilliams.com so we can make the necessary adjustments.
November	12 Nov, Thu Thu 12	12:00 - 2:00pm	Women In Business Network Tunbridge Wells	Women in Business Network Monthly Meeting Networking and lunch, by women for women includes lunch and light refreshments. Visitors pay £41. Professional exclusivity policy operates, so you may be referred to another group.
26 Nov, Thu Thu 26	7:00 - 9:00pm	Aspens Charities Ltd Tunbridge Wells	Vintages & Voyages: A Journey In Every Glass Join us on Thursday 26th November for Vintages & Voyages: A Journey in Every Glass, a festive evening of wine, conversation and celebration with fellow Aspens supporters. Proudly presented by Burtons Solicitors and generously hosted by Squerryes Winery. Set against the stunning backdrop of one of Kent's most celebrated vineyards, guests will enjoy an incredible evening sampling an array of Squerryes' award-winning wines, complemented by a selection of delicious canapés. From a sparkling welcome reception to a guided tasting experience, guests will discover the heritage, craftsmanship and story behind this remarkable estate. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with like-minded supporters, friends and partners of Aspens as we come together to celebrate the year, strengthen relationships and enjoy the festive season in exceptional surroundings. Supported by Stephen Langer Architects, Fairdeal Windows and One Broker Insurance
December	9 Dec, Wed Wed 9		Entwine Tunbridge Wells	enTWine Meeting 'we listen, we share, we benefit'