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Wednesday 15 April 2026·6:00pm·Banyan Bar & Kitchen — Manchester Corn Exchange
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Date & Time
Wednesday 15 April 2026
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Location
Banyan Bar & Kitchen — Manchester Corn Exchange
Unit 4, The Corn Exchange, Exchange Square, Manchester, M4 3TR
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£30
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The Manchester Network
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About this event
High-calibre networking for Manchester's startup founders, investors and tech entrepreneurs at the Corn Exchange. Limited to 25 attendees for genuine connection — no sales pitches, no forced introductions. Non-alcoholic welcome drink included.
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