KuKu Connect Derby: Business Networking at Great Northern Classics

Classic Connecting

Join KuKu Connect at Great Northern Classics - a unique heritage motoring venue that celebrates craftsmanship, community, and collaboration. Enjoy an evening of relaxed business networking in Derby along with complimentary hospitality at this special venue.

Your first visit to KuKu Connect is totally free. If you've visited before, become a member and unlock a whole range of member only benefits.

✅ What to Expect at a KuKu Connect Reception:

Unlike traditional networking events, KuKu Connect Receptions are informal, pitch-free, and pressure-free. There are:

• No presentations
• No elevator pitches
• No sales pressure

Just natural, relaxed conversations with local business leaders, innovators, and decision-makers.

You’re welcome to arrive and leave at your convenience. Whether you're a seasoned networker or new to the scene, this is a welcoming and friendly environment to grow your connections.

🎟️ Who Can Attend?

• First-time guests: Join us for free, with complimentary drinks and hospitality included!
• Returning guests: To continue attending KuKu Connect events, join the KuKu Community via our website - www.kukuconnect.co.uk

🤝 Why Attend?

• Connect with fellow entrepreneurs
• Expand your local business network
• Enjoy a unique venue
• Experience quality face-to-face business networking without the hard sell

Stephen and Philip, the co-founders of KuKu Connect, will be on hand to welcome you. If you're feeling nervous or new to networking, don’t worry - they’ll make sure you feel right at home. 👉 Take a look at recent Connect Receptions here

😊 About our venue host

Great Northern Classics bills itself as “the heritage motoring destination” - and it truly lives up to that title. Housed in Derby at 274–278 Osmaston Road, it’s a lively, multi-purpose hub for classic car and vehicle enthusiasts. The space features a mezzanine viewing area that looks down into bustling workshop bays and vehicle storage zones, creating a dynamic experience of seeing restoration, maintenance and care happening right before your eyes.

Beyond the mechanics, there’s a strong sense of community and passion. The Tramshed Café lets visitors sip coffee or enjoy a lunch while watching motoring TV and observing activity below. The venue also hosts curated displays, club meets, “Coffee, Cars and Chat” events, bike nights, and public exhibitions, making it a flexible place for both enthusiasts and casual visitors.

A compelling part of their mission is preservation - not just of vehicles, but of the skills and craftsmanship that sustain heritage motoring. They see themselves as a “hub of excellence” where expertise is nurtured and passed on, countering concerns about fading skillsets in the classic car world.

All told, Great Northern Classics is more than a garage or museum - it’s a vibrant gathering place for motoring culture, combining workshop action, exhibition space, community events and a welcoming café. Whether you’re deeply into classic cars or just curious, it offers a unique window into a world of restoration, heritage and shared enthusiasm. www.greatnorthernclassics.co.uk