Relaxed & Informal Networking at Venues across Lincolnshire & Leicestershire

Networking is an essential marketing tool that can make all the difference for your business

By meeting with other businesses face-to-face, you can create meaningful and long-lasting relationships that are impossible through online interactions. These relationships can open up new opportunities for your business and help you achieve your goals faster than you ever thought possible.

How Can Networking Help Me?

The advantages of business networking are numerous. First of all, it facilitates networking with potential clients or business partners. Connecting with others allows you to gain insight from their experiences and valuable advice. In addition to increasing your visibility in your field, networking enables you to contribute your knowledge and expertise. It can also improve your communication skills and self-confidence. Developing a network increases the likelihood of discovering new business opportunities and joint ventures. Business networking is like sowing the seeds of future expansion, leading to new relationships, concepts, and achievements.

Join Us For Face-to-Face Networking

We have something to suit everyone here ‘In the Hive’ and we’re a very friendly bunch. Our events are held at four stunning locations in the East Midlands.

Each event lasts for two hours. They include a 1-minute introduction from those attending and our exciting ‘Help, I’m stuck!’ business session, which provides you with the opportunity to put a question to the other attendees at the event. This can be related to something you are stuck with, in your business, or some other advice, and usually, we will have an ‘expert’ in the field to assist. Our event at Fletchers Public House, Grantham, is a special, ladies only, ‘Ladies In The Hive’.

Lunch is included in the price at Wymondham Windmill.

Please join us at our ‘In the Hive’ networking events, and join our Facebook page, ‘In The Hive‘, to meet like-minded people and to share ideas.

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In The Hive @ Wymondham Windmill

Wymondham Windmill is situated in the small village of Wymondham near Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. Their renovated events barn is the ideal venue for our In The Hive Networking. The session takes place between 12-2pm and includes a beautiful lunch.

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Rutland ‘In the Hive’ Networking Event – Wednesday 11th November: 10am to 12pm
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In The Hive @ The Barnsdale Hotel, Rutland

The Barnsdale Hotel is situated near Rutland Water. Our In The Hive Networking session takes place in their Burley Bar, between 10am -12pm.

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Rutland ‘In the Hive’ Networking Event – Wednesday 11th November: 10am to 12pm
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Ladies In The Hive @ Fletchers Public House, Grantham

This special, ladies only event takes place at Fletchers Public House in Grantham Town Centre. It’s dedicated to women in business and is an after-work event, from 6-8pm.

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Rutland ‘In the Hive’ Networking Event – Wednesday 11th November: 10am to 12pm
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In The Hive @ The White Hart Hotel, Lincoln

Join us for a lunchtime networking session at The White Hart Hotel, in the heart of Lincoln City Centre. The event is from 11am – 1pm.

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Lincoln ‘In the Hive’ Networking Event – Wednesday 25th November
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We look forward to welcoming you to our friendly Hive!

What Our Customers Say

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   Nicole Heath 
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Just back from Debbie’s “My Greek Retreat” in Corfu and I must say I had the most amazing time.
The venue was amazing, the ladies were fabulous and interspersed with some fun and lots of laughter we actually spent time working “on” our businesses, not “in” our businesses. I came away with clarity on my next steps going forward and a decisive plan. The food was wonderful and we were very well looked after. We even had a photographer to take some individual publicity shots of us.
I can highly recommend this as a way of resetting and getting a grip on where you want your business to be heading and how you are going to achieve it.
My only worry is that if too many people realise how wonderful it is - there will be no spaces left for me next year !
Thank you Debbie at Queen Bee & Co - you are a star ⭐
  
 
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   Nicky Fish 
 17 days ago
 
 
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I went on Debbie’s business retreat to Corfu and had such an amazing time. It was the perfect mix of business and pleasure and the attention to detail and little treats we received every day were such a lovely touch!

I loved the mix of learning every morning, a delicious lunch in our villa, free time in the afternoon and evening meals were either in the villa or out in the local town (as well as a trip into Corfu town an hour away). Combined with yoga sessions, reiki on the beach and a session with a professional stylist Debbie had thought of everything. We also had a professional photo shoot at the villa which was a lovely unexpected touch.

Having space and time to work on my business on the retreat really did help me solidify the direction I want to take the business over the next few months. Being together with so many other inspiring female business owners, who were so encouraging and supportive, really helped me get my mojo back and I’m so excited for what’s to come in my business over the next few months!

Everybody felt completely at ease with each other too - thanks to the environment Debbie had created - even though many of us were strangers when we arrived we definitely left as friends. We laughed and we cried together and it’s amazing what can happen with your mindset in 5 days when talented ladies are brought together. A huge thank you Debbie for making the retreat what it was!
  
 
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   Romy Lozier Wiggins 
 18 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had the pleasure of working with Debbie from Queen Bee & Co for our Octopus Computers Tech Conference 2026, which welcomed 70 attendees at The Barnsdale in Rutland.

Having organised the conference myself over several months, I wanted someone reliable and experienced to support us with registration and on-the-day logistics, and Debbie was absolutely fantastic!

Debbie was professional, friendly, organised and incredibly helpful throughout the day. She made sure our guests were welcomed, registration ran smoothly and everything behind the scenes was taken care of, allowing me to focus on the conference itself.

Having that extra support made such a difference, especially during a busy event with multiple speakers, sponsors and attendees.

Debbie was an absolute pleasure to work with, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Queen Bee & Co to anyone looking for professional, friendly and reliable event support.

Thank you again Debbie! 🐙💙
  
 
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   Peter Harvey 
 117 days ago
 
 
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I should have written this review ages ago...sorry! Fantastic company from start to finish. Deborah and her husband are doing great, great things, especially for small businesses. Do reach out to them and attend their networking events and also reach out for business support too when needed. I can't think of anything negative to say about them and this is a testament to the great work they do.
  
 
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   Anna TS 
 130 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a lovely time at In the Hive networking event at the White Hart Hotel last Tuesday! Debbie created such a warm, welcoming and supportive atmosphere that made it easy to connect with some truly inspiring local businesswomen.

It was great to hear everyone introduce themselves and share the passion behind their businesses. There was a real sense of encouragement and community rather than competition, which made the morning feel both uplifting and energising.

Thank you, Debbie, for bringing together such a wonderful group of women. I'm already looking forward to the next one!
  
 
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   Hayley Perkins 
 167 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have attended a number of Deborah's networking events, she's a knowledgable, inviting host who makes everyone feel welcome and included.  The events are always well attended with a wide range of knowledge and experience.
  
 
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   Lucy W 
 167 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Debbie is a real organiser with a true passion for bringing women together. She has such a natural ability to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere where women can connect, support one another, and genuinely learn from each other’s experiences.

I had the great pleasure of attending one of her events and it was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. The energy in the room was incredibly positive, inspiring, and uplifting. You could really feel the sense of community and encouragement that Debbie creates so effortlessly.

What impressed me most was how authentic and supportive the whole experience felt — not just networking for the sake of networking, but real conversations, real inspiration, and real connections.

I would highly recommend Debbie’s events to any woman looking to grow, connect, and surround herself with positive and driven people.
  
 
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   Jayne Cooke 
 167 days ago
 
 
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Attended the woman's world weekender that Debbie organised, it was amazing, the speakers, the venue, the food and the company all 5 star....Debbie is so so good at organising great networking events, will definitely be attending another one
  
 
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   Teresa Brill 
 168 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently joined in with the Women's World Weekender Event and it was a really excellent weekend. The speakers were all great and lovely people, each with really interesting talks. The food was also excellent and speaking for myself, I was very comfortable. I did enjoy a boogie - haven't done that in a while!!

You have a wonderful knack of making every person feel welcome and seen! So thank you.

Teresa Brill
Teresa Brill Jewellery Ltd
  
 
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   Chattertons Solicitors & Wealth Management 
 171 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our Employment and Corporate Law team thoroughly enjoyed exhibiting at the Big Business Event at The Meres. The event was extremely well organised, with a great atmosphere and excellent networking opportunities throughout the day.

It was fantastic to connect with so many local businesses and showcase how we support employers and businesses with practical legal advice. Thank you to the organisers for putting together such a successful event. We look forward to attending again.
  
 
 
  
 
 
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