July 2026

MY Network Wakefield

09 July 2026 — 12:30:00 to 14:00:00

Venue: Theatre Royal Wakefield, Drury Lane, Wakefield, WF1 2TE

MY Network Wakefield takes place on the second Thursday of every month, 12:30 – 14:00 at The Theatre Royal Wakefield. It’s a relaxed and welcoming networking event that brings together professionals, entrepreneurs, and local businesses from across the area.

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We Are Wakefield Networking

03 July 2026 — 09:30:00 to 11:30:00

Venue: Carleton Grange Community Centre, Pontefract, England

We Are Wakefield members and first timers will enjoy a morning of networking and collaboration.

Join us at the next We Are Wakefield event at The Grange as we visit a new to WAW venue and hear from WO1 William (Billy) Shepherd, Naval Regional Engagement Officer for Yorkshire and Humber.

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One Earth Under The Sun - Eco Festival - Wakefield Net Zero Partnership

04 July 2026 — 10:00:00 to 16:00:00

Venue: Wakefield Exchange

The Wakefield Net Zero Partnership is really looking forward to delivering an event that will be fun, engaging, and informative; while helping to raise awareness of climate change and the positive actions we can all take for the environment.

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So What? Tools to Enhance your Strategic Thinking

02 July 2026 — 10:00:00 to 11:30:00

Venue: Online

This workshop will take you through a series of exercises in a workbook that will enhance your strategic thinking and help you to answer the ‘so what’ question – so what does all this mean for my business and what do I need to be planning for?  

Tickets: LCC Portal - Events - Details · Ad:Venture Business Support

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Developing Your Business Plan

07 July 2026 — 10:00:00 to 11:30:00

Venue: Online

Struggling to write your business plan? This workshop explores the process, providing practical guidance and a proven template to help you create a compelling plan. 

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Strategic Website Content for Improved Visibility

16 July 2026 — 10:00:00 to 12:00:00

Venue: Online

Designed for businesses looking to enhance their online presence, this workshop teaches you how to write compelling web content that attracts readers, drives traffic,and boosts brand visibility. 

The workshop covers topics such as content creation, writing techniques, SEO optimisation, and content promotion strategies. 

You will learn the essentials of creating compelling and engaging blogs that attract readers, drive traffic to your websites, and enhance brand visibility. 

Through hands-on exercises and case studies, you'll develop practical skills in planning, writing, and publishing blog content that resonates with your target audience and achieves business objectives. 

Tickets: LCC Portal - Events - Details · Ad:Venture Business Support

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ClimbUK - Climb26

01 July 2026 — 09:00:00 to 17:00:00

Venue: Leeds

"We’re not here to talk about growth - we’re here to make it happen. ClimbUK is built for companies who want traction, not theory. You’ll meet investors who actually invest, peers who’ve scaled what you’re building, and partners who know how to unlock momentum.

This isn’t a parade of panels. It’s reverse pitches, raw roundtables, and curated collisions with people who matter. Every session is designed to move the needle - whether you’re raising, hiring, launching, or scaling. You’ll leave with real advice, real connections, and real next steps."

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FIVER SERIES: Tape it, til you make it!

16 July 2026 — 18:30:00 to 19:30:00

Venue: Policelot, 22 Tadman St, Wakefield WF1 5RG

A practical workshop for actors who want to level up their self-tapes without the stress.

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Film Wakefield: Film Club

22 July 2026 — 18:30:00 to 20:30:00

Venue: Policelot Ltd, 22 Tadman Street, Wakefield, WF1 5RG

Film Wakefield: Film Club is a free professional‑yet‑welcoming creative meetup evening! Led by your Film Wakefield Ambassadors.

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Wakefield Freelance Collective

02 July 2026 — 16:00:00 to 20:00:00

Venue: WX Wakefield, Union Street, Wakefield, WF1

Come along to the chilled monthly social connecting local creatives, freelancers, small business owners and more!

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Receiving Payment and Using Letters of Credit

07 July 2026 — 09:30:00 to 15:30:00

Venue: Online

This course is suitable for those working in International trade and are involved in the management and presentation of letters of credit.

It will provide an overview of all methods of payment when trading internationally to include the risks and benefits involved. It will then guide you through the rules of managing a letter of credit making sure documents are compliant and payment is successful.

Tickets: Receiving Payment and Using Letters of Credit - MY Chamber

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Applying Commodity Codes and Classification of Goods

22 July 2026 — 09:30:00 to 12:30:00

Venue: Online

UK Commodity Codes change yearly and are used to describe goods being traded. With HMRC moving away from border checks and towards auditing companies to check these it is crucial to ensure you get your coding right. With more than 30 years’ experience in international trade, our trainers can show you how to use Commodity Codes properly helping you to grow your import and export profits.

Tickets: Applying Commodity Codes and Classification of Goods - MY Chamber

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How to Apply Trade Agreements and Rules of Origin

22 July 2026 — 13:30:00 to 16:30:00

Venue: Online

This course is suitable for those working in an Export or Import environment that need further detailed information on origin calculations and how this affects sales and purchases. It includes an overview of the different types of origin documentation and provides a practical session on how to read the relevant trade agreements allowing origin to be established.

Tickets: How to Apply Trade Agreements and Rules of Origin - MY Chamber

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