For the very first time, we are delighted to invite you to a special ‘Chamber Connect’ event as Edinburgh Chamber, North East Chamber and Glasgow Chamber of Commerce come together for a morning of cross-regional networking at the iconic Murrayfield Stadium.
With very many thanks to our ‘official travel provider’ for this event, Lumo, we are very excited to announce that Lumo is providing complimentary return train travel for our guests between the North East and Edinburgh.
This special event is designed to create new opportunities by connecting members beyond their usual networks. It offers a valuable chance to build relationships with businesses from across the Chamber network, exchange ideas, explore potential collaborations, and broaden your professional network further afield.
This event is for NECC members only (alongside members of Edinburgh Chamber and of Glasgow Chamber).
In total, we’re anticipating ca. 100 business delegates from the North East, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Agenda:
Outward travel
o Group meet on the Newcastle Central Station concourse at 08:05 on Thurs 25th June.
o Board the 08:31 Lumo service from Newcastle to Edinburgh.
o Arrive into Edinburgh Waverley at 09:57
o Take the Tram from Edinburgh St Andrew Square to Scottish Gas Murrayfield (includes ca. 10min walk to/from the tram station, each side)
The event
o Event start at 10:30, with light breakfast & refreshments
o Introductions and dedicated networking session, with Edinburgh Chamber and Glasgow Chamber members.
o Exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Murrayfield Stadium, Scotland’s largest stadium.
§ You’ll gain access to areas rarely open to the public, including newly unveiled spaces and hidden parts of the venue, perfect for meetings, networking, and future events.
§ The tour also includes entry to the team changing rooms and the chance to step pitch-side for a memorable photo opportunity in one of the UK’s most iconic sporting settings.
§ For any questions regarding ACCESSIBILITY to Murrayfield, please click HERE
o Formal event close at 12:30
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‘Optional extra’
o Travel by Tram from Murrayfield to the Fingal Hotel (ca. 40mins travel & travel cost incurred individually/not included in price)
o Delegates will enjoy a complimentary ‘familiarisation trip’ around the Fingal Hotel, prior to returning to Edinburgh Waverley.
§ Fingal is a luxurious five-star floating hotel and event venue permanently berthed in Leith, Edinburgh, owned by the Royal Yacht Britannia.
§ A converted former Northern Lighthouse Board ship, now offering 22-23 stylish, maritime-inspired cabins an award-winning restaurant with AA Rosettes, and a unique, nostalgic experience on the waterfront
§ For any questions, including ACCESSIBILITY, please click HERE
o For those who would prefer to remain in Edinburgh City, to arrange separate meetings or travel back to the North East separately (and at your own expense), you are free to do so.
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Return travel
o Meet on the Edinburgh Waverly main concourse at 15:00
o Board the 15:26 Lumo service from Edinburgh to Newcastle
o Arrive into Newcastle Central Station at 16:52
Extra information & the small print.
o Whilst many of our networking events are free of charge, this event differs somewhat and we have incurred some additional costs. As such, we have 30 tickets available at an NECC members’ rate of £20. Once we have sold 30 tickets, we will operate a waiting list.
If can no-longer attend the event, please contact the Chamber Team. It is only fair to cancel your ticket in advance, to enable another NECC Member to attend.
o Guests will be asked to complete electronic sign-in ahead of the event; details will be shared closer to the date. Please ensure this is completed in advance, as QR codes will be scanned on arrival to issue guest passes.
*onward travel (e.g. tram, bus, taxi, train) is at your own expense.
**refreshments during travel are not included.
***if you miss our pre-booked Lumo train, unfortunately we will not be able to provide a refund on your £20 event ticket, except in exceptional circumstances.
****Newcastle to Edinburgh and Edinburgh to Newcastle train travel is provided by Lumo on the specified services only (see above agenda) and if you would like to travel back earlier, then this is an expense incurred by you and is not re-chargeable to any of the organising parties (Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, North East Chamber of Commerce, Lumo, or Scottish Gas Murrayfield)
***** Lumo is an innovative all-electric rail service, connecting London with the rest of the East Coast, taking you all the way to Edinburgh with a fast, sustainable, and affordable train service. Lumo also offers services from the North East, to Glasgow.
Useful to know:
- Dress code: No formal dress code, but we recommend dressing as you would for a meeting with a new client – smart but comfortable.
- Conduct: We want everyone to feel welcome. Please treat guest speakers, fellow attendees and Chamber colleagues with courtesy and respect.
- One attendee per organisation to ensure a fair and inclusive discussion.
