"Man is born free, and everywhere he is in chains." — Jean-Jacques Rousseau
A strong week of 11 meetups as we approach some post-summer conferences.
Plan ahead and get your 2026 tickets for The Muslim Bitcoin Summit and Bitfest. Hear more about Bitfest in Monday's UK Bitcoin Spotlight.
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Upcoming Bitcoin Meetups
What We’re Up To This Week 📆
Monday
🔦 UK Bitcoin Spotlight: Tune in every Monday at 19:30 for the UK Bitcoin Spotlight, a decentralised community putting UK Bitcoin news and stories in the spotlight. Hosted on X.
🍻 Dundee Bitcoin: Join them from 17:30 to 20:30 at The Wine Press, 16 Shore Terrace, Dundee DD1 3DN. This month's meetup is on Monday 14th.
🍺 Purbeck Bitcoin: If you're down in the south of England, you'll find them at The Bear Wareham, BH20 4LT. On Monday, the 14th, from 19:00 onwards.
Tuesday
🍺 Newcastle Bitcoin Meetup: An informal get-together for those interested in Bitcoin - you don't need to own any. At The Town Wall, Pink Ln, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5HX. From 18:30. Third Tuesday of the month.
Wednesday
🍺 St Albans Bitcoin: This month the St Albans meetup is on Wednesday the 16th, from 19:00 to 22:00 at the The White Lion, AL1 1RN. Whether you're new or experienced, there'll be plenty of people on hand to answer questions and share insights.
🍺 Shropshire Bitcoin: On the 16th, the Shropshire crew will be meeting at the Admiral Benbow in Shrewsbury. Join them at 19:00.
Thursday
🍺 Bitcoin Beach Bournemouth (): Every third Thursday of the month at Chaplins Cellar Bar. 529 Christchurch Road, BH1 4AG, (Bitcoin accepted at the venue). You'll find them in the Cogg Room at 18:30 for a 1-2-1 clinic and 19:30 for the main meetup. Thursday, the 17th.
🍺 Brum Bitcoin & Beer: If you're in the Birmingham area head along to meet some fellow bitcoiners on Thursday 17th at 19:00. You'll find them this month at The Wellington, Bennett's Hill, B2 5SN.
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.
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.
New Businesses Accepting Bitcoin
Top Taste Caribbean: Delicious Caribbean food based in Wandsworth, London. Available to sit-in or takeaway, though Bitcoin payment available only possible in-person. Try the jerk chicken!
🗓️ Featured Events
🗓️ Muslim Bitcoin Summit - London, October 10-11
The Anti‑Riba Money Conference will be held in London, 10-11 October 2026. A landmark, non-profit, community‑funded gathering exploring sound money through Prophetic economics. Main conference Saturday, with Sunday half-day workshops.
🎪 BitFest 2026 – Manchester, November 20–22
The UK’s largest Bitcoin festival returns to Manchester from 20–22 November 2026, taking over the Pendulum Hotel for three days of Bitcoin education, culture, creativity, and community. BitFest combines talks, panels, workshops, entertainment, and freedom-focused topics, welcoming seasoned Bitcoiners and complete newcomers alike.
🍀 Bitcoin Ireland 2027 - Dublin, May 21-23
Bitcoin Ireland Conference 2027 brings together the global Bitcoin community in Dublin for three days of world-class speakers, practical workshops, education and meaningful connections. Join us 21–23 May at The Green Isle Hotel for a welcoming, Bitcoin-only experience.
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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, Ollie & Gemma
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