Looking beyond your existing Stoney Stanton contacts? A visit to BNSL can introduce you to a broader South Leicestershire business community, with time to talk about your work and discover the people behind other local businesses.
Thursday, 7am–9am · Ullesthorpe Court Hotel · One seat per business category
BNSL members at a recent breakfast meeting, October 2026.
Friendly networking for Stoney Stanton professionals
Business networking can be helpful even when you are not looking for an immediate sale. For Stoney Stanton business owners, it can be a way to find different perspectives, develop professional confidence and build familiarity with potential collaborators. We focus on relationships rather than pressure to produce leads each week.
A friendly group with no pressure to bring leads
Business Networking South Leicestershire (BNSL) is a non-profit group, run by the group for the group. We believe useful business relationships start with getting to know people. Members share experience, offer support and learn about each other’s services.
There is no pressure to provide leads or referrals at every meeting. Come ready for a conversation, take an interest in others and let trust develop naturally.
Where and when we meet
These are BNSL meetings at Ullesthorpe Court Hotel, Frolesworth Road, Ullesthorpe, Lutterworth, LE17 5BZ, on Thursdays from 7am to 9am. This page is for businesses in Stoney Stanton; the meeting itself takes place in Ullesthorpe. Please plan your journey to the hotel and arrange your visit before travelling.
What to expect as a visitor
A chance to meet the group over breakfast and introduce your business.
Conversations with other professionals and an opportunity to ask questions.
A feel for our approach before you decide whether to apply for membership.
We allow one member per business category, so please use the visitor request form to enquire about availability for your sector. A request is not a confirmed booking; wait for confirmation before attending.
Visitor costs and membership
Guests invited by a current member can attend their first meeting free. Other prospective members pay £15 per taster visit, refunded upon joining. Further taster visits are also £15, refunded if you join. Membership currently has a one-off £55 joining fee and a £55 monthly standing order to cover breakfast meetings.
Curious about joining us? Use the Seatkeeper form below to tell us about your business and request a visit. It is a friendly first step, with no pressure to join.
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