Join Our Festive “Name the Reindeer” Competition!
2025-12-01 08:30 - 2025-12-19 17:00 UTC | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
As the festive season approaches, we’re delighted to kick things off with a fun Christmas competition to bring some holiday cheer to the building. You may have already seen the posters displayed downstairs, but we wanted to provide you with the full details on how you can take part — and be in with a chance of winning our charming festive reindeer friend! 🎄

We are inviting you to help us choose a creative and original name for our reindeer. As hinted on the poster, Rudolph is off the table, so we encourage you to think outside the sleigh! 🛷

To enter, simply visit Reception, where you’ll find our sign-up sheet. Please write your name alongside your suggested reindeer name. You may see previous entries, but we kindly ask that each name suggestion is unique. This competition is in support of The Gatehouse Oxford. They are a local charity that support the homeless and vulnerably housed community. To enter we are asking for a small donation via the QR code below.❄️

On 19th December, all submitted names will be entered into a raffle, and one lucky winner will be selected at random. The winner will then get to take home our newly-named festive companion! 🎁

The competition opens today, and we can’t wait to see your imaginative ideas. 🔔

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The Gatehouse Christmas Gift Appeal
2025-12-01 08:30 - 2025-12-19 17:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
This year, we are proud to support a remarkable local charity: The Gatehouse. Since 1988, The Gatehouse has been a lifeline for Oxford’s homeless and vulnerably housed community. From their welcoming drop-in centre on Woodstock Road, they offer warmth, safety, food, clothing, activities, and—perhaps most importantly—a sense of belonging to adults who are struggling or simply seeking companionship.
As the holiday season approaches, The Gatehouse is running a Christmas Gift Appeal to gather essential supplies for Christmas Day and to stock their clothing store for those in need throughout 2026.
Your donation, no matter the size, can help make someone’s Christmas warmer, brighter, and filled with hope. It’s a chance to give comfort to someone who may be facing the holidays alone—and to help The Gatehouse continue their invaluable work well into the year ahead.
Please bring donations to reception by the 19th of December.
Thank you for considering a gift that truly makes a difference. ❤️

The Wire Launch Party
2025-12-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
To celebrate the launch of The Wire among all the centre’s, we are hosting a pizza party in Grassroots.
Join us for a slice and learn more about how The Wire can benefit you and your business.
You can sign up via this link.
Grassroots Kitchen. Midday. Thursday 4th December

Brew Monday
2026-01-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
As we start the new year, we’d love to shine a light on something that makes Grassroots truly special — our community.
Working at Grassroots places you in a unique environment where meaningful connections can happen naturally throughout your working day. We want to encourage that sense of togetherness by supporting the cross-pollination of businesses: growing your network, sharing ideas, and helping one another thrive.
To kick this off, we’re hosting a Brew Monday event designed to bring people together in a simple, relaxed way. Join us for a tea or coffee, enjoy a sweet treat, and take the opportunity to chat with someone you haven’t spoken to before. Whether it’s a new face or someone you pass every day, you never know where a conversation might lead.
📅 Monday 19th January⏰ Midday📍 Grassroots
Come along, take a break, and get to know your community — one brew at a time ☕🍰

International Day of Women and Girls in Science
2026-02-11 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
On 11 February, we are proud to mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science with an exhibition celebrating influential women who have shaped science throughout history.
From groundbreaking discoveries to quiet revolutions, these stories highlight the vital contributions of women whose work continues to inspire today.
Alongside the exhibition, we invite visitors to support the Oxford Hub, helping to empower communities and create opportunities for the next generation of changemakers.
You can find the donation page here: TotalGiving™ – International Day of Women and Girls in Science – Oxford Hub – Fundraising Page

Cultivate Growth: Capitalising on Trade Secrets & IP
2026-02-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
Whether you’re scaling a startup, exploring new markets, or building leadership skills, this series offers something for everyone.

Speaker: Dom Icely, Impact IP
Lunch Provided | 🤝Networking Opportunity
RSVP now to secure your spot or reach out if you’d like more details.
Looking forward to seeing you there!

National Love Your Pet Day
2026-02-20 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
February 20th is National Love Your Pet Day, and we’re ready to celebrate the furry, feathery, and scaly friends who steal our hearts! 💕
To celebrate we’d love for our members to share their cutest pet photos so we can create an adorable Grassroots Pets Board.
Please send photos and names of your pets to OSE@OXIN.CO.UK to be featured by the end of February.

World Book Day
2026-03-05 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
To celebrate World Book Day, we’re delighted to promote the Grassroots Book Club and welcome new faces to join us.
Welcome to our Grassroots Book Club — a relaxed and friendly group for anyone who enjoys reading and chatting about books together.
Our theme is Oxford — whether that means books set in the city, written by authors with Oxford connections, published by Oxford University Press, or inspired by its rich history and atmosphere. To keep things fresh and exciting, we choose a different genre each time.
We’re intentionally informal: there’s never any obligation to finish — or even start — the book to come along. If you’re curious about the theme, enjoy good conversation, or just want to take a break in the middle of the day, you’re very welcome to pop by.
Next meeting: 11th March, 12–1pm, HinshelwoodCurrent book: An Instance of the Fingerpost by Iain Pears
If you’d like to know more or sign up for the book club mailing list, please contact arumianek@cardiatec.ai.
We’d love to see you there!

Unlock Opportunities in the UK Defence Sector – Lunch with Make UK Defence
2026-03-20 13:00 - 14:30 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
Join us for a casual lunch to explore how Make UK Defence can open doors in the UK defence sector!

Unlock Opportunities in the UK Defence Sector – Lunch with Andrew Kinniburgh, Director General, Make UK Defence
Are you a small business leader looking to explore new growth opportunities in one of the UK’s most important industries? Join us for an exclusive networking lunch with Andrew Kinniburgh, Director General of Make UK Defence, and gain first-hand insights into how the Ministry of Defence is expanding its work with SMEs.
This event isn’t just for established defence suppliers — far from it.
Businesses from all sectors and technology areas are encouraged to attend. Whether you’re working in digital, engineering, manufacturing, data, sustainability, AI, professional services, or beyond, the MOD is increasingly looking for innovative solutions from non-traditional suppliers.

During this informal session, you will:

Understand the evolving UK defence supply landscape and where new opportunities are emerging
Learn how the MOD is adapting its procurement approach to increase SME involvement
Ask questions directly to industry leaders in a relaxed, conversational setting
Connect with other small business owners exploring diversification into defence

Spaces are limited, making this a valuable opportunity to hear from experts, share ideas, and understand how your capabilities — defence-based or not — can support this critical national sector.

Who should attend
Small business leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators from any industry who have an interest in exploring opportunities within the UK defence sector. No prior defence experience required.

Don’t miss this chance to position your business at the forefront of defence innovation — reserve your place today.

Red Nose Day + International Day of Happiness
2026-03-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Grassroots Workspace, 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HT, United Kingdom
Join us in the Grassroots Kitchen on 20th March from 1–3pm as we celebrate Red Nose Day and the International Day of Happiness with a community bake sale!
Whether you’re a star baker or trying your hand at something sweet for the first time, we’d love your contributions. Homemade or shop-bought, cakes, cookies, brownies, or savoury treats — all baked goods are warmly welcomed. Most importantly, it’s about coming together to share a little joy and raise money for a great cause.
Come along to enjoy some delicious treats, support fundraising efforts, and take a moment to celebrate happiness together. And don’t forget to wear something red to mark the occasion!
We can’t wait to see you there. 🍰❤️

Scale by Design: Building Systems for Sustainable Growth
2026-03-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Growing a business shouldn’t feel like holding everything together with sheer willpower. In this masterclass, we explore what it truly means to scale with intention rather than by accident.
Drawing on real founder challenges and practical frameworks, this session reveals the three biggest scaling pain points- loss of control, culture dilution, and operational friction- and shows you how to overcome them with a systems‑led approach.
You’ll learn how to identify which growth archetype your business is currently operating in – Accidental, Vanity, or Value – and how to transition to a model that is predictable, profitable, and resilient. We’ll unpack the “Power of No,” the four pillars of intentional growth, and how to productise your culture so it strengthens rather than strains as headcount grows.
Expect practical, founder‑friendly tools including the RASCI model, the Intentional Flywheel, and the Financial Clarity framework, all designed to help you build a business that operates smoothly without relying solely on founder “magic.”
This session is for founders and leaders who want to:

Build systems that reduce chaos and bottlenecks

Strengthen culture as the team expands

Make strategic, data‑driven decisions

Move from reactive growth to sustainable momentum

Create a business that is scalable – and scalable on purpose

Join us and take the first step toward building a company that grows stronger, not just bigger.
