Genuine networking events in Edinburgh -no pitches, no speeches. Real coffee, real conversations for founders & small business owners.

Ello Treacles,

If you've Googled "networking events Edinburgh" and landed on yet another stuffy breakfast event with a guest speaker and a slide deck - this isn't that.

Founders Coffee Club Edinburgh is a monthly coffee meetup for founders, freelancers and small business owners who are sick of corporate networking and just want a decent conversation with people who actually get what building a business is like.

No speeches. No presentations. No selling. Just coffee, good people, and the kind of conversations that turn into real connections (and sometimes real business).

What to expect

A relaxed room of Edinburgh founders, freelancers and early-stage business owners

Host-led introductions — you won't be left standing awkwardly by the coffee machine

Zero pitching, zero decks, zero "can I get 15 minutes of your time" energy

A proper coffee (or two) in a great space, with the option to stay and co-work after

New faces every month, alongside a growing regular crew

The details

📍 Venue: Jamaica Yard, Edinburgh

📅 When: 2nd Thursday of every month

⏰ Time: 10–11am

🎟️ Tickets: £17.50

Hosted by Ben Stickland & Gerry Forristal

A word from your hosts:

"Right, lovelies - this is your sign to stop scrolling and come get yourself a beveragino with us! We'll make sure you're chatting to the right people from the second you walk through the door - no awkward hovering by the coffee machine on our watch. Come as you are, leave with actual mates in the Edinburgh founder scene. Can't wait to meet you.

Ben & Gerry x"

Our accountancy partner

Founders Coffee Club Edinburgh is proud to partner with Ellis Group as our exclusive accountancy and fractional CFO partner - on hand at events if you've got numbers questions on your mind.

Why founders keep coming back

Edinburgh's got no shortage of "networking" - most of it means standing in a corner with a lukewarm coffee while someone tries to sell you insurance. This is different. It's small enough to actually talk to everyone in the room, and there's a strict "no pitching" policy that means every conversation starts as a conversation, not a sales pitch.

Venue perks

Hosted at Jamaica Yard - enquire with us and we'll intro you to their facilities discounts if you're looking for flexible space in Edinburgh.

Who it's for

Founders, freelancers, agency owners, consultants, and anyone building something of their own in Edinburgh who wants to meet people who get it. Whether you're just starting out or years into it, if you're done with corporate networking, you're in the right place.

No speeches. No presentations. No selling. Just good coffee and better conversations.

Grab your ticket below!

See you there.

The Founders Coffee Club team

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