Business Uncorked - Southend's Premier Networking Social

Business Uncorked - Southend's Premier Networking Social

Join us for a wonderful few hours of networking, wine and cheese at Business Uncorked! We are also raising awareness of The One Love Project

By Infinite Networking

Date and time

Fri, 30 May 2025 12:00 - 14:00 BST

Location

The Cork Dork

84 The Ridgeway Southend-on-Sea SS0 8NU United Kingdom

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Where Great Business Conversations Flow as Smoothly as the Wine


Step into Southend's most exciting new, premium business networking experience, where professionals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders gather in a relaxed, high-quality, social wine bar to enjoy a Bottomless Brunch.

At Business Uncorked, we believe that great connections are built over a glass of great wine, with engaging conversation and meaningful new opportunities.

This event at one of our City's top wine bars marks the early stages of something special, and we want you to be a part of it.

What to Expect


Great Wine and Business Connections - set against the backdrop of a Bottomless Brunch, enjoy unlimited great wine (or beer/ soft drinks) from our carefully curated list, while mingling with some of Southend's finest professionals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders.

Delicious Cheese Board - savour our unlimited, carefully curated grazing board as you network.

A Professional Yet Relaxed Atmosphere - no forced pitches or awkward moments. Just genuine conversations with people who could become your next client, collaborator, or business supporter.

An Exclusive Crowd - we are capping attendance to ensure a quality experience where you can make valuable connections.

Great timing - a chance to reflect on the success of your week and ease into the weekend.

Business Uncorked is a thriving business community. These are not one-off events; Business Uncorked is a regular part of Southend's networking scene. It's a chance to unite people, create opportunities, and elevate your network.

Who Should Attend?


Business Owners and Entrepreneurs looking to expand their network and uncover new opportunities.

Corporate Professionals and Decision-Makers seeking valuable connections outside of their usual circles.

Freelancers and Creatives eager to collaborate and grow their brand.

Anyone who loves a Good Conversation Over a Glass of Wine!

If you want meaningful business connections in a relaxed, enjoyable setting, this event is for you.


Why Attend the Launch Event?

Be Among The First to Experience Networking With Business Uncorked - get in early and become part of a new, thriving business community.

Premium Venue, Premium Experience—our events are held in style in a stunning venue that builds on the success of its regular wine bar trade, offering fantastic wines and great company.

It's the Perfect Mix of Business and Social networking—it's networking but without the pressure. It's just quality connections in a fantastic setting.


Don't Miss Your Chance to Be Part of Something Special!

Please book your ticket today and join us for a lunchtime of wine, wisdom, and great networking.

Frequently asked questions

Age Information

This event is for adults aged 18 and over.

How to find the venue

The venue is located at The Cork Dork, 84, The Ridgeway, Chalkwell, Essex, SS0 8NU. Please bring your ticket with you to the event - entry is strictly by ticketed admission.

Transport to the Venue

The idea of these events is to experience great wines in great company, so please leave your car at home. We encourage guests to travel by train, foot, or taxi to the venue. The venue is a five-minute walk from Chalkwell station on the C2C rail line out of Fenchurch Street (London) and Southend.

What food and drink will be on offer?

This event follows the 'Bottomless Brunch' approach, offering unlimited selected wines, beers, and soft drinks and cheese board of delicious cheeses (only for the duration of the event). Please note that the cheese board will be the only food option available at the event.

What is included in the ticket price?

Your ticket price includes entry to this event for the ticketholder, unlimited wine (beer and soft drinks), and a cheese board for the duration of the event. Please drink responsibly. It also includes VAT (as applied) and event ticket booking fee.

Who to contact with queries about the event or booking or to share allergy details with

Please email the event promoter at connect@purplebeargroup.com (please do not contact the venue as they will refer you to the promoter). Please note that for operational reasons, the cheese board is the only food option available at the event.

More about the venue

You can find out more about the venue at https://www.iamthecorkdork.co.uk/

Fair Consumption

The event has been set up for everyone to have a great time in a relaxed setting and to enjoy the Bottomless Brunch on offer during the 2-hour event. Please note that a fair consumption policy shall apply to ensure the business nature of the event is respected. Management's decision is final.

Early Bird Tickets

Early Bird Tickets are available for a fixed period of time or until the allocated number of Early Bird Tickets have been sold (if earlier). We encourage you to claim your Early Bird Ticket early to secure it.

What is The One Love Project?

The One Love Project is a small charity offering no barrier to access (one of the few in Southend) food provision and long term support, in Southend and the surrounding areas. They offer support to those most vulnerable within the community.

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