𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝟏® 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 – 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 11/11/2026
Think less awkward small talk, more racing, real conversations and a great atmosphere.Date: 11/11/2026 – Wednesday What to expect:- Welcome drink on arrival- Unlimited sim racing from 5-7pm- Networking with professionals across the Midlands- Flatbreads included (because networking is better with food)If you’ve been before, you already know the energy. If you haven’t, this is your sign.Join us and connect differently.
Leaders office opening
Leaders are delighted to invite you to an exclusive opening celebrating the launch of their new Birmingham Office.Join for an evening of drinks, conversations, and connections, bringing together investors and property professionals as they mark an exciting new chapter for Leaders in Birmingham.
SPRINT SOCIAL
Zero chill, 100% thrill.Three hours of racing, food, drinks and competition. Every other Tuesday in Birmingham/London, 6pm–9pm.Warm up on free-play, then go head-to-head in a hosted team tournament. Top drivers battle it out in the finale before the sims reopen for one last free-play race.TIMINGSCheck-in with reception by 5:45pm.Tournament starts 6pmWHAT’S INCLUDED£25 per person.Welcome drink: Heineken® or Heineken® 0.0 or soft drinks.Sharing-style flatbreads (GF & vegan on request).Free-play racing before and after the tournament.90-minute hosted tournament.All guests must be 18+FROM ROOKIE TO ELITEFive skill levels, one grid. Come to compete, come for the social side however you race, there’s a place for you.Sprint Social T&C
Yoga at the Museum with the Manoj Collective
Join us for a Yoga class with a difference, set within the stunning Pre-Raphaelite Galleries at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.Led by Birmingham’s own The Manoj Collective,, this expert-tutored session offers exclusive early-morning access to the museum before public opening hours. Move, stretch, and strengthen surrounded by Pre-Raphaelite masterpieces.Focusing on balance, strength, and flexibility, the practice is designed to awaken the body and center the mind. Variations and modifications are thoughtfully offered throughout, allowing you to move in a way that feels right for you.After the class, unwind in the Museum Tearooms and enjoy a complimentary drink, included with your ticket.Good to knowEntrance will be Gas Hall and lift entrance.Spaces are limited. Advance booking is essential.If you are pregnant or have any health conditions that may affect your ability to attend, please get in touch before booking, at: hello@birminghammuseums.org.ukMats Provided
Watch on demand: The estate planning decisions your family will thank you for
Estate planning is one of those important things many people know they should deal with, but often put off until later.In this practical on-demand webinar from RLK Solicitors, our Private Client team discusses the key estate planning decisions that can help protect your family, your wishes and your future.The session covers common pitfalls, real-world examples and useful guidance for anyone reviewing their own arrangements, supporting family members, or advising clients who may benefit from clearer estate planning advice.What the webinar coversIn this session, we discuss:What can happen when estate planning is left too lateWhy having an up-to-date will mattersCommon risks around inheritance and family disputesKey considerations for families, professionals and business ownersHow future planning can help protect loved onesQuestions people often have about wills, inheritance and family protectionWho should watch?This webinar is suitable for individuals and families who are thinking about their future plans, as well as professionals and business owners who want to understand the key estate planning issues that may affect them, their families or their clients.
Altered Images: Happy Birthday
Clare Grogan and her band perform the iconic album Happy Birthday in full, plus all the hits at Town Hall Birmingham!Altered Images became one of the early ’80s defining acts, scoring a string of chart successes including “Don’t Talk to Me About Love,” “I Could Be Happy,” “Happy Birthday,” “See Those Eyes,” “Pinky Blue,” and “Bring Me Closer.” Following her breakthrough with Altered Images, Grogan became a familiar face on screen, most notably starring in the cult-classic film Gregory’s Girl and later taking on roles across television drama and comedy. As an author she has written several successful children’s books.
July – WSET Level 1 Wine Course
The WSET Level 1 wine Award is a one-day course that is a great starting point for those interested in exploring (and tasting) the main styles of wine. This course is perfect for anyone looking to begin a career in the wine industry or for those who want to gain basic wine knowledge.Prior wine knowledge is not required for this course, just enthusiasm! In just one day, you will gain confidence in navigating the wine list, tasting wine and choosing the right wine pairings for the food.About the course: Duration & dates:Monday 13th July 2026, 10am to 5pmMonday 12th October 2026, 10am to 5pmMonday 23rd November 2026, 10am to 5pmGroup: Limited to a maximum of 12 students.Tasting: You will sample 11 premium wines as a part of the course.Wine educators: Our WSET course educators are passionate about wine education and dedicated to student success. With a track record of excellent pass rates, they are committed to creating an engaging and supportive learning environment. Continuously enhancing their own expertises, they stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and educational techniques, ensuring every student is equipped with the knowledge and confidence to excel in their WSET journey.Exam: 30 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 45 minutes at the end of the day.Qualification: Internationally recognised WSET Level 1 Wine Award certificate and lapel pin are granted to students with a score of 70% or higher.Preparation: whilst prior knowledge is not required for the course, it is recommended to dedicate an hour to reading a coursebook pdf prior to the course start.Price: £200 (inclusive of VAT) – includes delivery of the certificate.WSET Level 1 Course Synopsis: Wine Tasting: This encompasses the main bulk of the course as it’s the most fun! We’ll learn to taste wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting. It is a methodology used to assess and describe the characteristics of wine, such as appearance, aroma, and taste.Grape varieties: We’ll learn about the individual characteristics of wines made from the main grape varieties including: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling.Key named wines: By the end of the course we will have covered several important named wines including: Claret, Beaujolais, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rioja, Chianti, Pinot Grigio, Muscadet, Sancerre, Chablis, and Sauternes.Food and Wine Matching: Useful and practical tips on which wines work with which foods, and why.Number of Wines Tasted: 11-12 premium wines will be tasted as part of the WSET Level 1 course. Sample bottles are sourced from the extensive Loki wine list.Wine Service and Storage: You will learn the correct way to store and serve wines and identify the common faults found in wine.Social Responsibility: Basic guide to the units of alcohol in a bottle of wine and sensible drinking guidelines.Study materials: Students will be sent the WSET Level 1 study guide via email prior to the course start date.Certificate: Upon successful completion of the course, the certificate will be sent to the specified address. You can request for it to be collected from one of our stores.Why Do WSET Level 1 with Loki?We are the only wine merchant in Birmingham to offer WSET Level 1 wine courses which means we can offer the customer a more complete experience than any other provider:As we buy wine direct, we can cut out the middleman and offer more premium wines for tasting during the course than any other provider, offering better value.We have a team of passionate wine educators, and with our students achieving an impressive 99% pass rate last year, you can trust that our educators are fully committed to helping you achieve outstanding results!All Loki staff are WSET level 3 or higher qualified which means you can drop into any Loki store at any time and ask for advice or help in person, even if the wine educator is not in. Our team is super passionate about wine and is always happy to have an opportunity to chat about wine. This is the most qualified team of wine experts in Birmingham.We have a purpose-designed wine lounge with plenty of natural light; perfect for wine tasting.Loki is available for you to study in free of charge at any time during our opening hours, with our highly trained staff on hand to help you during that time.As we already have a purpose-made venue for wine tasting we have fewer overheads which means we can pass these savings on to the customer. We will beat any other price offered locally for the course.We have small class sizes and keep them to a maximum of 12 people, allowing everyone to participate in the discussion and ask questions during the process.We believe that wine tasting shouldn’t be stuffy, so we have a modern and relaxed approach to WSET making the courses fun as well as informative. You will have an amazing time.EXCLUSIVE PROMOTIONS:We have 40 wines on tasting in our Enomatic wine machines meaning you can practice your tasting inexpensively. Throughout the duration of your course we will give you 10% off tasting cards* to help you get more tasting experience for less money.10% off wine throughout the duration of your course so you can practice tasting at home.In the drinks trade? Talk to us about our trade discounts.**Group discount of 10% for group bookings of 10+ people. ***T&CS: If booking within 60 days of the course you must pay the full cost when you book. We must receive the full cost of your course (less any deposits already paid) no later than 60 days before the start date. If you make a late booking within 60 days of the course the full amount must be paid immediately. If for any reason the full cost of your course is not received by us within 60 days of the course start date, we will be entitled to treat your booking as cancelled by you and your deposit will be kept. Should you wish to cancel your booking we will refund your money less the cost of the course book and any administration cost we have incurred providing we receive written notice at least 30 days before the start date of the course. If we cancel the course a full refund will be made.*Up-to £100 in value. Offers can be withdrawn without notice.**Trade discounts are only available to people who can prove they are directly employed in the drinks trade.***Group bookings must be made all together for a single course. You can choose any date you like for private WSET Level 1 wine Courses (subject to availability).
July – WSET Level 1 Wine Course
The WSET Level 1 wine Award is a one-day course that is a great starting point for those interested in exploring (and tasting) the main styles of wine. This course is perfect for anyone looking to begin a career in the wine industry or for those who want to gain basic wine knowledge.Prior wine knowledge is not required for this course, just enthusiasm! In just one day, you will gain confidence in navigating the wine list, tasting wine and choosing the right wine pairings for the food.About the course: Duration & dates:Monday 13th July 2026, 10am to 5pmMonday 12th October 2026, 10am to 5pmMonday 23rd November 2026, 10am to 5pmGroup: Limited to a maximum of 12 students.Tasting: You will sample 11 premium wines as a part of the course.Wine educators: Our WSET course educators are passionate about wine education and dedicated to student success. With a track record of excellent pass rates, they are committed to creating an engaging and supportive learning environment. Continuously enhancing their own expertises, they stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and educational techniques, ensuring every student is equipped with the knowledge and confidence to excel in their WSET journey.Exam: 30 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 45 minutes at the end of the day.Qualification: Internationally recognised WSET Level 1 Wine Award certificate and lapel pin are granted to students with a score of 70% or higher.Preparation: whilst prior knowledge is not required for the course, it is recommended to dedicate an hour to reading a coursebook pdf prior to the course start.Price: £200 (inclusive of VAT) – includes delivery of the certificate.WSET Level 1 Course Synopsis: Wine Tasting: This encompasses the main bulk of the course as it’s the most fun! We’ll learn to taste wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting. It is a methodology used to assess and describe the characteristics of wine, such as appearance, aroma, and taste.Grape varieties: We’ll learn about the individual characteristics of wines made from the main grape varieties including: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling.Key named wines: By the end of the course we will have covered several important named wines including: Claret, Beaujolais, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rioja, Chianti, Pinot Grigio, Muscadet, Sancerre, Chablis, and Sauternes.Food and Wine Matching: Useful and practical tips on which wines work with which foods, and why.Number of Wines Tasted: 11-12 premium wines will be tasted as part of the WSET Level 1 course. Sample bottles are sourced from the extensive Loki wine list.Wine Service and Storage: You will learn the correct way to store and serve wines and identify the common faults found in wine.Social Responsibility: Basic guide to the units of alcohol in a bottle of wine and sensible drinking guidelines. Study materials: Students will be sent the WSET Level 1 study guide via email prior to the course start date.Certificate: Upon successful completion of the course, the certificate will be sent to the specified address. You can request for it to be collected from one of our stores.Why Do WSET Level 1 with Loki?We are the only wine merchant in Birmingham to offer WSET Level 1 wine courses which means we can offer the customer a more complete experience than any other provider:As we buy wine direct, we can cut out the middleman and offer more premium wines for tasting during the course than any other provider, offering better value.We have a team of passionate wine educators, and with our students achieving an impressive 99% pass rate last year, you can trust that our educators are fully committed to helping you achieve outstanding results!All Loki staff are WSET level 3 or higher qualified which means you can drop into any Loki store at any time and ask for advice or help in person, even if the wine educator is not in. Our team is super passionate about wine and is always happy to have an opportunity to chat about wine. This is the most qualified team of wine experts in Birmingham.We have a purpose-designed wine lounge with plenty of natural light; perfect for wine tasting.Loki is available for you to study in free of charge at any time during our opening hours, with our highly trained staff on hand to help you during that time.As we already have a purpose-made venue for wine tasting we have fewer overheads which means we can pass these savings on to the customer. We will beat any other price offered locally for the course.We have small class sizes and keep them to a maximum of 12 people, allowing everyone to participate in the discussion and ask questions during the process.We believe that wine tasting shouldn’t be stuffy, so we have a modern and relaxed approach to WSET making the courses fun as well as informative. You will have an amazing time.EXCLUSIVE PROMOTIONS:We have 40 wines on tasting in our Enomatic wine machines meaning you can practice your tasting inexpensively. Throughout the duration of your course we will give you 10% off tasting cards* to help you get more tasting experience for less money.10% off wine throughout the duration of your course so you can practice tasting at home.In the drinks trade? Talk to us about our trade discounts.**Group discount of 10% for group bookings of 10+ people. ***T&CS: If booking within 60 days of the course you must pay the full cost when you book. We must receive the full cost of your course (less any deposits already paid) no later than 60 days before the start date. If you make a late booking within 60 days of the course the full amount must be paid immediately. If for any reason the full cost of your course is not received by us within 60 days of the course start date, we will be entitled to treat your booking as cancelled by you and your deposit will be kept. Should you wish to cancel your booking we will refund your money less the cost of the course book and any administration cost we have incurred providing we receive written notice at least 30 days before the start date of the course. If we cancel the course a full refund will be made.*Up-to £100 in value. Offers can be withdrawn without notice.**Trade discounts are only available to people who can prove they are directly employed in the drinks trade.***Group bookings must be made all together for a single course. You can choose any date you like for private WSET Level 1 wine Courses (subject to availability).
Monthly Quiz Nights
Think you know your stuff? Put it to the test at The Roebuck Birmingham’s Monthly Quiz Nights, where a lively mix of friendly rivalry and great conversation are always on tap.Swing by on the 2nd and last Tuesday of every month from Tuesday 24th February for Speed Quizzing—a fresh take on the classic pub quiz. No paper, no pens; just bring your smartphone or tablet and get ready for quick-fire questions, live scoring, and plenty of laughs. Whether you come with a team (up to six per side) or join in solo and make new mates, you’ll find yourself right at home.With entry at only £2 per person and a cracking £50 bar tab for the winning team, there’s more than pride at stake. It’s a proper night out with a modern twist, designed for sharp minds and a good sense of humour.Booking is simple—reserve your spot online, or just walk in on the day and join the fun. Everyone’s welcome, so don’t be shy. Gather your friends, bring your best game, and discover why quiz night at The Roebuck is a monthly highlight.For further details or to book ahead, visit our website or give us a ring at The Roebuck Birmingham. We look forward to seeing you there.
Monthly Quiz Nights
Think you know your stuff? Put it to the test at The Roebuck Birmingham’s Monthly Quiz Nights, where a lively mix of friendly rivalry and great conversation are always on tap.Swing by on the 2nd and last Tuesday of every month from Tuesday 24th February for Speed Quizzing—a fresh take on the classic pub quiz. No paper, no pens; just bring your smartphone or tablet and get ready for quick-fire questions, live scoring, and plenty of laughs. Whether you come with a team (up to six per side) or join in solo and make new mates, you’ll find yourself right at home.With entry at only £2 per person and a cracking £50 bar tab for the winning team, there’s more than pride at stake. It’s a proper night out with a modern twist, designed for sharp minds and a good sense of humour.Booking is simple—reserve your spot online, or just walk in on the day and join the fun. Everyone’s welcome, so don’t be shy. Gather your friends, bring your best game, and discover why quiz night at The Roebuck is a monthly highlight.For further details or to book ahead, visit our website or give us a ring at The Roebuck Birmingham. We look forward to seeing you there.