We are excited to announce that two new events have been added to the active-net series for 2025, further expanding our programme. These new additions bring fresh opportunities for industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and drive forward growth within their sectors.
active-net Padel – 3rd June 2025
As Padel continues its rapid rise across the UK, active-net is launching the UK’s first dedicated networking event for the sport. Taking place on 3rd June 2025, this unique one-day event will unite operators, suppliers, franchising experts and representative bodies to help shape the future of Padel in the UK. With interest in the sport at an all-time high and new operators entering the market at a rapid rate, this event provides a vital platform to support its expansion and commercial development. This event will be hosted at Radisson Blu, Stanstead.
active-net Education – 1st July 2025
The new active-net Education networking event has been designed for Multi Academy Trusts, County Education Authorities, Independent Schools and Colleges, supporting them in opening up their sports facilities for local community use. Suppliers will include turnkey management solution providers, marketing agencies, health and safety specialists, equipment servicing companies, uniform suppliers and holiday play scheme providers. This event aims to foster new ideas, partnerships and solutions to enhance school-community engagement.
Delivered in collaboration with our strategic event partner, Craig Jones from the Junior Adventures Group, this event promises to drive meaningful discussions and long-term impact. This event will be hosted at Eastwood Hall, Nottingham.
Cementing active-net’s role as a facilitator of industry connections and innovation
With the further expansion of events across 2025, the active-net series will now feature seven key dates in the diary:
- Private Sector – 29th January 2025
- National – 26th & 27th March 2025
- Padel – 3rd June 2025
- Veg-net – 4th June 2025
- Education – 1st July 2025
- Scotland – 10th September 2025
- Open Water – 15th October 2025