Stay connected with what’s happening in Brackley’s business community. From networking meetings to town centre events, keep your diary updated and your business in the loop.
Upcoming Events
For details of our next meeting or event, please email hello@brackleybusiness.org.uk and we’ll make sure you’re kept in the loop.
BBA Monthly Meeting
Date: First Tuesday of each month
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Venue: Varies (check newsletter)
Open to: All members
Join fellow members for updates, networking, and collaborative planning. Light refreshments provided.
Quarterly Consultation Sessions
Next Date: See calendar
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Venue: Town Hall
Open to: All members and prospective members
Your chance to share ideas, raise concerns, and shape BBA priorities with the board.
Town Centre Events
Seasonal Events Calendar
Spring
- Easter Market (April)
- Spring Business Showcase
- Garden Festival tie-ins
Summer
- Summer Fair (July)
- Music in the Market
- Heritage Open Days
Autumn
- Harvest Festival Market
- Halloween Trail
- Business Awards Launch
Winter
- Christmas Lights Switch-On
- Festive Market Days
- New Year Business Networking
Latest News
23 June 2025
Brackley Business Association Officially Incorporated
Founder members Tom Marchant (Good for What Ales Ya), Tod Booth (Brackley Vapes and Courtyard Shops), Danny Webster (Old Bakery and Firestation), Chloe Smith (Taylor Vets) and John Taylor met at the Old Firestation to sign the Articles of Association and officially incorporate the Brackley Business Association as a Company Limited by Guarantee.
July 2025
Inaugural AGM
Following incorporation, the BBA set out its inaugural Annual General Meeting to establish the association and begin building membership across all five town centre sectors. The papers from the inaugural AGM are
available in our archive.
Training & Development
Workshops We’re Planning
Dates are announced in the member newsletter and at monthly meetings.
Digital Marketing Essentials
- Cost: Free for members
- Duration: 2 hours
- Topics: Social media, Google My Business, email marketing
First Aid at Work
- Date: TBC
- Cost: Discounted rate for members
- Duration: 1 day
- Certification: 3-year certificate
Sustainability in Business
- Cost: Free for members
- Duration: Half day
- Topics: Cost savings, customer appeal, practical steps
Networking Opportunities
Sector Meetups
Hospitality Network
- Monthly informal gatherings
- Share challenges and solutions
- Coordinate joint promotions
Retail Forum
- Quarterly meetings
- Visual merchandising tips
- Group buying discussions
Services Symposium
- Bi-monthly sessions
- B2B opportunities
- Professional development
Email Newsletter
- Monthly updates
- Event reminders
- Funding opportunities
- Member spotlights
Not receiving it? Update your details via membership@brackleybusiness.org.uk
WhatsApp Broadcast
- Urgent updates only
- Event reminders
- Last-minute opportunities
Website Updates
- Check back regularly
- Full event details
- Resources and downloads
Notice Boards
- Town Hall
- Library
- Member premises
Planning Ahead
Save These Dates
Key Events Through the Year
- Summer: Business Festival and Summer Fair
- Autumn: Heritage Weekend
- November: Christmas Campaign Launch
- December: Festive Markets
For confirmed dates and venues, email hello@brackleybusiness.org.uk.
Get Involved
Want to help organise events? We need:
- Event champions
- Volunteer coordinators
- Promotion assistance
- Venue hosts
Contact hello@brackleybusiness.org.uk to volunteer.
Event Ideas?
We want to hear from you! If you have ideas for:
- Business networking events
- Town centre activities
- Training needs
- Collaborative promotions
Share them at our monthly meetings or email hello@brackleybusiness.org.uk
Events bring communities together and businesses thrive when town centres are busy. Join the BBA to ensure you never miss an opportunity to participate and promote your business.
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