📅 The Meetup Breakdown 80
Bitcoin meetups for the UK and Ireland for 26th January - 1st February 2026. Plus new merchants now accepting bitcoin.
“[Kids]Not having preconceived notions about how traditional money and banks makes it easier for them to see Bitcoin as real money.” —Michael Caras, aka the Bitcoin Rabbi.
Here is this week’s snapshot of Bitcoin activity across the UK and Ireland.
With upcoming meetups, newly orange-pilled businesses, and a value for value artist worth your attention.
Let’s have a look...
This week’s sponsor is…
Once Bitten! A Bitcoin Podcast
Upcoming Bitcoin Meetups
What We’re Up To This Week 📆
Tuesday
🍺 Bitcoin Nottingham: The January Bitcoin Nottingham Meetup date for your diary is Tuesday 27th at 18:30 at Carlton Town Football Club.
📱 Munk Night - Graphene OS: A session on Graphene OS with Marcus Aurelius from 18:30 at Cyphermunk House. Get your tickets via the link.
Wednesday
🎶 2140Music – 1st Anniversary Celebration: Join the community on Wednesday, 28th January from 18:00–22:00 at Brixtonia Lounge, Brixton, SW9 8BP, for a night of networking, community, and live music celebrating one year of 2140Music.
🍻 Leamington Spa: 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
🍻Battersea Bitcoiners: Join them at their bitcoin accepting venue, Pintus, SW11 6QZ for their January meetup from 18:00 on Thursday 29th.
🍺 Manchester Bitcoin: Welcoming all individuals and businesses with an interest in Bitcoin in Manchester. The January meetup is on the 29th. Join them at Joshua Brooks, M1 6NG, 19:00.
🎤 Bitcoin Essex: An Open Mic musical meetup this Thursday the 29th from 19:00 at Peggy’s Music Bar, 1063A London Rd, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 3JP
🍿 Movie Night at Cyphermunk House: Check out a movie with the Cyphermunk crew on Thursday at 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 30th 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 (available at the link) for details.
🚶🏽♂️ Bitcoin Walk - Edinburgh: Join fellow bitcoiners every Saturday at 12:00 for a walk around Arthur’s Seat. It’s a relaxed way to keep fit, enjoy the city, and chat about Bitcoin along the way.
⚽️ Real Bedford - Home Game: Peter McCormack’s boys are at home this Saturday playing AFC Sudbury. Join them for a 15:00 kickoff.
New Businesses Accepting Bitcoin This Week
💐 Gabriella’s Flowers: An independent florist creating beautiful, bespoke floral arrangements for weddings, events, and everyday occasions. Known for thoughtful design, fresh seasonal blooms, and personal service, Gabriella’s Flowers brings creativity and care to every bouquet.
🥟 Taste Tibet: A family-run Tibetan restaurant bringing authentic Himalayan flavours to the UK. Specialising in handmade momos, traditional curries, and warming comfort food inspired by Tibetan and Nepalese cuisine, Taste Tibet offers a welcoming space to explore rich culinary traditions made with care and heart.
Supporting this week’s issue…
☝🏼 ☝🏼 The Running Bitcoin Challenge kicks off on 10 January and honours Bitcoin legend Hal Finney. The challenge raises funds for the ALS Network, the charity that supported Hal after his diagnosis.
Participants run or walk 21km over 21 days, finishing on 31 January, marking the anniversary of Hal’s iconic “Running bitcoin” tweet. The challenge has been running for several years and is organised by a small volunteer team of Bitcoiners.
👉 Join or donate: www.runningbitcoin.us
⚡️ V4V Artist of the Week 🇬🇧
A featured track from a UK-based artist releasing music using Value for Value.
If you like it, support them directly.
🎧 Artist: The Greensands
Track: Wasting Time
Listen and zap on Fountain
https://wavlake.com/track/e046f9dd-aca3-4c7a-b396-2148a90ac0f2
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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.
Founding Members Shout-out:
Roger9000 - Check-out his amazing music and Bitcoin work.
Psyfer - Pleb. Artist. Educator. Munk. cyphermunkhouse.com
Richard - Co-founder of the Running Bitcoin Challenge.
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