Brick and Banter Xmas Party

Brick and Banter are hosting their Christmas party at Nyla's in Chapel Allerton on Thursday 3 December, and if you're in the property world around Leeds, it's one of those dates that makes sense to keep in the diary. For those who haven't come across them yet, Brick and Banter bring property professionals together in what they call a smarter, more human way — an alternative to what they describe as outdated traditional networking. The Christmas edition follows that same lead, swapping the usual room-full-of-business-cards vibe for something a bit more relaxed.

On the night, you'll find food and festivity, a DJ, and a few short, inspiring speakers to break up the evening. They're also clear about one thing: no boring pitches. The focus is on the networking itself, so you can actually talk to people rather than just listening to a series of sales presentations. It's the kind of evening where you're as likely to walk away with a genuine connection as you are a new contact for your spreadsheet.

It's an 18-plus event, and the whole thing runs for three and a half hours, so there's plenty of time to settle in and work the room without feeling like you've been rushed through. If you're driving in, there's free parking available on site, which is a handy bonus for a Chapel Allerton night.

Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the party runs until 10 PM, so it's a mid-week one that gets you home at a decent hour. You'll find it at Nyla's, 14 Stainbeck Lane, Chapel Allerton, Leeds, LS7 3QY.