đ The Meetup Breakdown #72
Bitcoin meetups for the UK and Ireland for 10th - 16th November 2025. Plus new merchants now accepting bitcoin.
âAn orange light is flickering across the UK; a quiet awakening. Beneath the surface, minds are stirring. The light doesnât ask for followers; it invites thinkers. Those who see it begin to understand that freedom isnât granted, itâs claimed. And once youâve seen the truth in that orange glow, you can never unsee it.
Bitfest and Bitcoin: A Competitive Advantage are just around the corner.
As it stands, they are the last big events of the year, so donât miss out. Check out all the details in the upcoming event section below.
Also, thereâs a great-looking Bitcoin art event on Tuesday that just popped on the radar in London, details below.
So, letâs take a look at whatâs on this weekâŠ
This weekâs sponsor isâŠ
Upcoming Bitcoin Meetups
What Weâre Up To This Week đ
Monday
đ» Dundee Bitcoin: Join them from 17:30 to 20:30 at The Wine Press, 16 Shore Terrace, Dundee DD1 3DN. This monthâs meetup is on the 10th.
Tuesday
đïž Bitcoin Surrey: This monthâs meetup features a fireside talk with Daniel Parkinson â the Bitcoin IFA â exploring Bitcoinâs place within the UKâs legacy financial system. Join from 18:00â22:00 at The Castle, GU9 7HR, with the discussion starting at 19:00. Food is served from 17:00â21:00, and the group will be upstairs in the library.
đš History of Bitcoin â World Premiere by Smashtoshi: Join on Tuesday, 11th November from 18:30â21:00 at Asprey Studio Gallery, Mayfair (entrance via 36 Bruton St, W1J 6QX) for the world premiere of History of Bitcoin â an ambitious collaboration uniting 128 artists to tell Bitcoinâs story from its cypherpunk beginnings to global adoption. The evening features the unveiling of The First Edition and Collectorâs Edition volumes, a panel on Art x Bitcoin Culture, and 128 original artworks, with champagne, drinks, and canapĂ©s served throughout. Proceeds support My First Bitcoin.
Wednesday
đș Glasgow Bitcoin: A welcoming space for anyone in and around Glasgow to connect and talk all things Bitcoin. Join from 18:00â22:30 at The Piper Bar, G1 1HL.
đș St Albans Bitcoin: This month the St Albans meetup is on Wednesday the 12th, from 19:00 to 22:00 at The White Lion, AL1 1RN. Whether youâre new or experienced, thereâll be plenty of people on hand to answer questions and share insights.
Thursday
đ»Battersea Bitcoiners: Join them at their bitcoin accepting venue, Pintus, SW11 6QZ, for their fourth meetup at 18:00 till 21:30 on Thursday, 13th.
đș Liverpool Bitcoin: A growing community, dedicated to leveraging Bitcoinâs strengths to serve the people of Liverpool and the surrounding areas. Get along & help them build. This month their meetup is at the Railway Pub on Tithebarn Street, on Thursday 13th at 18:30.
Friday
âïž Newcastle Bitcoin Coffee Morning Meetup: Every Friday morning at Pumphreys Coffee Centre and Brewing Emporium (bitcoin accepted). Whether youâre 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.
đș Folkmoot - Bury St Edmunds Bitcoin: An informal assembly for folks interested in Bitcoin and its many related subjects, at The Verve Bar & Restaurant, IP33 1LA. 14th November, 17:30â20:30. Free to attend, just come along and chat Bitcoin in good company.
Saturday
đ¶đœââïž Bitcoin Walk - Edinburgh: Every Saturday, they walk around Arthurâs Seat in this historic city. Join them at 12:00 to keep fit and chat Bitcoin.
Sunday
đ Cyphermunk House - Bitcoin & Chill: Itâs an afternoon of Bitcoin & Chill at Cyphermunk House on Sunday, 14th at 14:00 till 16:00.
Upcoming Special Events
These events arenât happening next week, but itâs important to add them to your calendar now as tickets are selling fast.
đ Bitcoin: A Competitive Advantage
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Date: Friday, 21 November 2025
đ Time: 12:00 â late (lunch on arrival; sit-down dinner at 19:00)
đ Location: The West Mill, Darley Abbey Mills, Derby, DE22 1DZ, United Kingdom
This one-day event is designed for business owners, operators, investors, builders, and the Bitcoin-curious to explore how Bitcoin can provide a strategic edge.
Doing things differently: this isnât another conference with back-to-back talks and rushed coffee breaks. The day is structured for people who want to properly explore Bitcoin, whether running a business, building something new, or simply curious. Sessions are short and focused, with breaks built in. Every ticket includes dinner, because the best conversations donât always happen on stage â they happen over food, a drink, and networking.
Attendees will discover how Bitcoin can give them and their businesses a competitive advantage.
Featuring speakers including: Liz Truss (former British Prime Minister), Joe Bryan, Sam Roberts, Fahim Hussain, Alan Smith, Jez Casey, and more â with new speakers announced weekly.
đ BitFest 2025
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Date: 21 â 23 November 2025
đ Time: Various sessions across all three days (see full schedule)
đ Location: Pendulum Hotel, Manchester, UK
BitFest 2025 is a vibrant, grassroots celebration of Bitcoin, creativity, and open-source culture. Over the course of three days, the event will bring together builders, artists, speakers, and curious minds to explore the full breadth of Bitcoinâs role in society â from protocol and policy to art, music, and community.
Rather than rigid conference structure, BitFest creates space for exploration, connection, and cross-pollination. Whether youâre presenting a talk, showcasing an art exhibit, performing live, or just roaming the hallways between sessions â every moment is part of the experience.
Expect:
Two full days of Bitcoin Conference programming â tech, philosophy, privacy, economics
A Nostrshire day diving into decentralised social media and communication
Pepe.X / Bitcoin Art exhibitions & creative showcases
Live music, after-parties, and immersive installations
Workshops, demos, community panels, and networking woven throughout
Join them to push boundaries, spark new collaborations, and see how Bitcoinâs culture, technology, and spirit intersect in exciting new ways.
More details, tickets, and full program at the official site.
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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.
UK Bitcoin businesses: if you want to get in front of the real Bitcoin crowd, reply to this email and letâs talk about sponsoring a future issue.
Stay tuned for more updates next week!
Simon.
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