BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//hacksw/handcal//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTEND:20261209T140000 UID:6ad7b6a1346ca DTSTAMP:20261209T120000 LOCATION:Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel\, College Green\, Bristol BS1 5TA DESCRIPTION: Join Us for Our Annual Christmas Networking Lunch at the Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel We are bursting with excitement for this year's Christmas Special WMB Networking Lunch at the beautiful Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel! Christmas gives us the perfect opportunity to step away from the day-to-day demands of running our businesses\, take some time for ourselves\, and enjoy the season of goodwill. We can't think of a better occasion to bring together the whole WMB community and celebrate another incredible year. Our community is a special one. We are a family of like-minded entrepreneurs and business owners who are passionate about supporting one another and helping each other succeed. This annual celebration is your chance to reconnect with old friends\, make new connections\, enjoy delicious festive food\, and celebrate in style with members in both Women Mean Biz and We Mean Biz\, who truly understand the journey of running a business. The Venue Our Christmas Special Lunch takes place in the stunning Palm Court at the iconic Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel. With its spectacular stained-glass ceiling\, elegant Bath stone walls\, and luxurious surroundings\, Palm Court offers the perfect blend of grandeur and warmth. It's an inspiring setting for us to connect\, enjoy great conversation\, indulge in a delicious two-course festive lunch\, and celebrate together in the heart of Bristol. Dress to Impress This is your opportunity to bring out your festive outfits! Palm Court is a venue made for a little sparkle\, so think glamour\, cocktail dresses\, elegant occasion wear\, smart festive outfits\, and anything that helps you feel fabulous. Whether your style is understated elegance or full Christmas sparkle\, we'd love to see you looking and feeling your best. Pricing PRO Members &bull\; £\;38 + VAT event supplement &bull\; Your regular monthly membership subscription remains unchanged Online Members &bull\; £\;68 + VAT Non-Members &\; Guests &bull\; £\;75 + VAT Parking &\; Travel Information Parking: There is some limited parking available in the underground hotel carpark. Alternatively\, you will find several other carparks within easy walking distance to the hotel. Please note that Bristol's Clean Air Zone is in operation. Some vehicles may be subject to a charge to enter the city centre\, so we recommend checking in advance. An alternative option is the Long Ashton Park &\; Ride service\, which operates Monday to Saturday. Important Information for PRO Members You're Already Booked In! PRO Members are automatically allocated a place and booked onto this event by our team\, so there is no need to make a separate booking. This Christmas Lunch replaces your usual networking meeting with your home group. If you are unable to attend\, we encourage you to arrange a substitute or invite a colleague to attend in your place. Event Supplement The £\;38 + VAT supplement will be collected via GoCardless in two instalments to help spread the cost: &bull\; 50% on 15 October &bull\; 50% on 15 November Cancellation Deadline - If you wish to cancel your place\, you must do so before 14 October by sending an email to admin@womenmeanbiz.co.uk Information for Online Members We would love to welcome you to this very special event. Our Christmas Lunch is one of the few occasions each year when the entire WMB community comes together in one room. It's a wonderful opportunity to meet members from across the network\, expand your connections\, and celebrate the festive season together. Places are limited\, so we strongly recommend booking early to avoid disappointment. Be quick and secure your place today! Bringing Guests This is the perfect opportunity to introduce others to the WMB community. Why not bring: &bull\; A colleague or team member &bull\; A business friend &bull\; A client &bull\; Someone who has recently started a business &bull\; Someone looking for a supportive networking community Guests are very welcome to join us for this special celebration. For individual bookings\, simply share this event page. For group bookings\, please contact admin@womenmeanbiz.co.uk and we'll be happy to help. We'd Love You to Join Us Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of festive celebrations\, meaningful networking\, wonderful company\, and delicious food in one of Bristol's most beautiful venues. Book early\, as places are limited and this event is always extremely popular. \; We can't wait to celebrate with you!  \;  \; SUMMARY:We Mean Biz CHRISTMAS SPECIAL DTSTART:20261209T120000 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR