📅 The Meetup Breakdown 100
Bitcoin meetups for the UK and Ireland for 22nd - 28th June 2026.
“You have to start with the truth. The truth is the only way that we can get anywhere.” —Julian Assange
Wow, 100 issues!
There were times I didn’t think I’d make it this far. More than once, I considered calling it a day. But people kept telling me how important this newsletter had become to the UK Bitcoin community, so I carried on.
The first issue was published on 2 June 2024, and the very first meetup listed was the Northants Bitcoin Network, the meetup I started back in 2022 and the one that set me on this whole crazy journey.
As my family and I continue our travels, Gemma has taken over running the meetup, and together with Ollie, has also started helping with the newsletter.
A lot has changed over the past two years, but Bitcoin keeps chugging along. And so do we. Our aim remains the same: to keep bringing you the latest news, events, and developments from across the UK & Ireland Bitcoin community.
A huge thank you goes to everyone who has helped make these first 100 issues possible: our founding and paid subscribers, the sponsors who have supported us along the way, and everyone who returns each week to see what’s happening across the community.
The biggest thank you, however, goes to the meetup organisers. They do the hard work of building local Bitcoin communities month after month, and they help us keep this newsletter accurate by submitting updates, correcting mistakes, and making sure it remains the most reliable source of information for Bitcoin meetups and events across the UK & Ireland.
Now, let’s take a look at what’s coming up this week...
This week’s sponsor is…
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Upcoming Bitcoin Meetups
What We’re Up To This Week 📆
Tuesday
🔐 Cyphermunk House - Bitcoin 101: Join the Cyphermunk House community on Tuesday 23rd, 18:30 - 21:30 for an introductory session explaining why and how you should and can run your own node. Presented by Samantha Drill.
Wednesday
🍺 Leamington Spa Bitcoin: Meeting this Wednesday at The Star & Garter, CV32 5LL at 19:00 for a casual chat and drinks, beginners welcome.
🍺 Brighton Bitcoin: Building a bitcoin community in the Brighton & Hove area. A regular informal meetup happens every last Wednesday of the month at Indian Summer where they accept bitcoin payments. The meetup starts at 20:00, or 19:00 if you’d like to eat first.
Thursday
🍺 Cardiff Bitcoin Meetup: Join on Thursday, 25th June from 18:00–23:55 at Temple Bar, 6 High St, Cardiff CF10 1FA, for an evening of Bitcoin conversation, community, and networking with fellow Bitcoiners. Whether you’re new to Bitcoin or have been around for years, all are welcome.
🍻 Berkshire Bitcoiners: The next meetup will take place on Thursday, the 25th, at The Volunteer in Theale. The venue, located on Church Street, Theale, Reading, RG7 5BX, accepts Bitcoin. All welcome, from 19:00.
🍺 Manchester Bitcoin: Welcoming all individuals and businesses with an interest in Bitcoin in Manchester. The monthly meetup is on Thursday 25th. Join them at Joshua Brooks, M1 6NG, 19:00.
Friday
☕️ Newcastle Bitcoin Coffee Morning Meetup: Every Friday morning at Pumphreys Coffee Centre and Brewing Emporium (bitcoin accepted). Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned maxi, head along to chat, share ideas, and connect with the local Bitcoin community from 10:00 to 12:00.
🍺 The Satoshi Society - Southampton: Join a friendly group of bitcoiners at The Maritimo Lounge, SO14 3LG on Friday 26th at 19:00 for food and a Bitcoin chat.
Saturday
🚶♀️Bitcoin Walk - London: The London Bitcoin Walk will meet this SATurday at the Peter Pan statue in Hyde Park at 11:00. Check the Telegram group chat (avaliable at the link) for details.
🚶🏽♂️ Bitcoin Walk - Edinburgh: Join fellow bitcoiners every Saturday at 12:00 for a walk, meeting at Meadows City Tennis Club.. It’s a relaxed way to keep fit, enjoy the city, and chat about Bitcoin along the way.
🔐 Cyphermunk House - The 6 Billion Dollar Man: Global watch party for the Bitcoin only release of the Cannes and Global Globe winning Julian Assange documentary; The Six Billion Dollar Man. All welcome. Bloomsbury at 7pm on Saturday.
Sunday
🍻 Galway Bitcoin Meetup: Sunday, 28th June at 18:00 in the Eyre Square Hotel, Galway, H91 TCP0 for a beginner friendly look into Bitcoin. All are welcome to attend and take part in the discussion.
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🧭 On the Radar
Big events further down the line.
🗓️ 29th - 30th August - ₿ the Change - Glasgow, G2 1BP.
Get Involved
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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.
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