26
th
Mar
2020
Open to all businesses, our Big Breakfast is an opportunity to network with organisations from across Norfolk and beyond. Breakaway Networking is Norwich's friendliest network group* and we will be delighted to welcome over 70 local business people for a brilliant networking opportunity over breakfast at the Maids Head Hotel.
5
th
Mar
2020
Our weekly Business Breakfasts at the Maids Head Hotel in Norwich are an opportunity to share good news, tell the group what opportunities or introductions you might be looking for, get advice and support for any issue you might be facing and, of course, to have a great breakfast!
27
th
Feb
2020
There won't be a regular meeting this week as we are joining forces with the Norfolk Chambers of Commerce for their "Chamber Networking Breakfast" at our usual venue of The Maids Head Hotel.
20
th
Feb
2020
Our weekly Business Breakfasts are an opportunity to share good news, tell the group what opportunities or introductions you might be looking for, get advice and support for any issue you might be facing and, of course, to have a great breakfast!
10
th
Oct
2019
The Autumn Big Breakfast...Over 70 representatives from more than 60 local businesses will attend the event at The Maids Head on Thursday 10th October from 7.00 a.m to 9.00 a.m
25
th
Sep
2019
Test your knowledge, eat good food and have fun!
Points for the best mascot!
The Big Quiz is back and we need your teams.
Bill’s Restaurant (Back of the Inns) is hosting us again and Ian Harris from Watsons is back as the ever-brilliant quiz master.
It’s £120.00 per table of 8 with proceeds going to Mind.
Please contact john.skinner@withcandour.co.uk to book your place
20
th
Jun
2019
Are you looking to join a local networking group?
Then come along to our Guest Breakfast – THURSDAY 20th JUNE 7am – 9am.
Breakaway is a not-for-profit networking group, run by members for the members. As such, the emphasis is very much on creating a welcoming environment where business, advice and support are shared and long-term relationships and friendships made.
We are an independent networking group that meets every Thursday morning at the Maids Head hotel in Norwich.
Spaces are limited so please contact mark.thair@reefrecruitment.co.uk for more details.
31
st
Jan
2019
We were delighted to welcome a number of guests to our regular breakfast meeting this morning. It was an opportunity for members to widen their network and of course to showcase the group.
Breakaway is a not-for-profit networking group, run by members for the members. As such, the emphasis is very much on creating a welcoming environment where business, advice and support are shared and long-term relationships and friendships made.
4
th
Oct
2018
Ashley Hicks, Managing Director of Kettle Foods, who have been a major employer in Norwich for over 30 years, is the guest speaker at the Spring Big Breakfast…Over 70 representatives from more than 60 local businesses will attend the event at the Refectory at Norwich Cathedral on 4th October from 7.00 a.m to 9.00 a.m.
15
th
Mar
2018
Breakaway presents the "Spring Big Breakfast
Thursday 15th March 2018 at The Refectory, Norwich Cathedral from 7.00am to 9.00am with Guest Speaker Martin Blackwell, Business & Operations Manager of Norwich BID.
1
st
Feb
2018
Away Breakfast Time & Tide Museum, Great Yarmouth. More details to follow soon.
21
st
Sep
2017
The Autumn Big Breakfast on September 21st at The Refectory, Norwich Cathedral was another hugh success. Many thanks to all who attended.
Thanks to Mark Benfield taking the fabulous photographs.
11
th
May
2017
Over 80 representatives from more than 60 local businesses attended the Big Breakfast - You view images from the event here.
28
th
Mar
2017
It’s win for the Breakaway team! They took the title at the Breakaway Networking Big Quiz last night. Thank you to them and all of the teams that took part. It was a lot of fun and we raised £750 for Keeping Abreast.
16
th
Dec
2016
To celebrate our 10 years as Breakaway Networking we had a Anniversary/Christmas Party magical mash-up on Friday 16th December with all our favorite Breakaway members.
11
th
Nov
2016
9 Members of the Breakaway business networking group took part in the Benjamin Foundation Sleep Out. You can read more about it here.
13
th
Oct
2016
The gallery for the Autumn Big Breakfast on 13th October is now available to view. Many thanks to Mark Benfield for his great camera skills. To view click here...
28
th
Aug
2016
On August the 28th Breakaway are supporting the brilliant Norfolk Charity @breakwriter with our duck “Beakaway” for @norwichduckrace The Fun starts at 12midday, with a duck parade on St George’s Bridge from midday to race start at 2.30pm. You can find out full details here: Grand Norwich Duck Race.
23
rd
Mar
2016
It you would like to come along to one of our regular weekly breakfasts as our guest then please contact Mark Thair – T: 01603-752545 E: mark.thair@reefrecruitment.co.uk. We look forward to welcoming you!
17
th
Mar
2016
Countdown to the Spring Big Breakfast at The Refectory with Peter Marron from OPEN as the guest speaker. Find out more...
21
st
Jan
2016
After over 9 years as a member of Breakaway, the business networking group, I have finally succumbed to the pressure and taken on the role as Chairman for 2016.
15
th
Jan
2016
I received an early Christmas present in mid-December when Jonathan Batchelor, who was taking over as Chair of Breakaway group for 2016, called me for a chat.
11
th
Dec
2015
The Library Restaurant offers us the perfect venue to celebrate Christmas 2015.
You can find out more about the Library restaurant here The Library Restaurant
5
th
Nov
2015
Breakaway Networking hosted the Autumn Big Breakfast at the beautiful Norwich Cathedral Refectory. Over 70 representatives from more than 60 local businesses attended the event at the Refectory at Norwich Cathedral. £750 was raised from the event which was donated to Home Start, a Norfolk charity which supports families.
7
th
Oct
2015
It’s win for the Nicholsons EggHeads! They took the winning trophy off last years winners Clapham & Collinge at the Breakaway Networking Big Quiz last night. Thank you to them and all of the 7 teams that took part. It was a lot of fun and we raised £1000 for Home Start.
6
th
Oct
2015
“Come and test your knowledge” Prizes for the winners and dunces on the night. It’s a lot of fun and it’s for a great cause Home Start.
3
rd
Sep
2015
Away breakfasts are an important part of the membership Calendar and we are excited to be visiting and enjoying a beautiful breakfast by the brilliant Patron of the Feed, Norfolk Boy and Executive Chef at the Great Hospital, Charlie Hodson.
20
th
Aug
2015
It's the first joint meeting with Breakaway East at the Swan House in Beccles where we are looking forward meeting up and networking with our friends from over the boarder whilst enjoying a lovely breakfast.
15
th
Jul
2015
A wonderful summer networking event for anyone doing business in Norwich and Norfolk.
Organised by Clapham & Collinge, in conjunction with Bright Yellow Marketing, this summer networker has become a Norwich annual diary date for anyone in the know in business! Read more...
15
th
Apr
2015
It’s another win for the Clapham & Collinge EggHeads! Once again they took the winning trophy at the Breakaway Networking Big Quiz. Congratulations to them and all of the 6 teams that took part. It was a lot of fun and we raised nearly £450 for Home Start.
14
th
Apr
2015
Tuesday 14th April The Library Restaurant Guild Hall Hill, Norwich. Start time 6.30pm Following its huge success last year, we are delighted to bring you another round of fun and fundraising “Come and test your knowledge” Prizes for the winners and dunces on the night. It’s a lot of fun and it’s for a great cause Home Start.
Tables £160 for teams of 8 people Includes 2 course dinner and drink on arrival For more details contact Mark Thair – 01603 752545
19
th
Mar
2015
Breakaway Networking hosted The Spring Big Breakfast at the beautiful Norwich Cathedral Refectory. Over 80 representatives from more than 60 local businesses attended the event at the Refectory at Norwich Cathedral. £500 was raised from the event which was donated to Home Start, a Norfolk charity which supports families.
11
th
Mar
2015
Breakaway Networking is delighted to announce that Peter Mitchell, Jarrolds Group Managing Director, will be the guest speaker on 19th March.
6
th
Jan
2015
We are are delighted to announce the New Chair for 2015 will be Jayne Raffles supported by Jonathan Batchelor as Vice Chair.
20
th
Nov
2014
64 representatives from more than 50 local businesses attended the event at the Refectory at Norwich Cathedral. £1000 was raised from the event which was donated to The Benjamin Foundation, a Norfolk charity which supports more than 2,000 children, young people and families each year.