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The written half of the Bench — journeys, lessons and dispatches from the community.
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Manchester Entrepreneurs: Pitch'd or Ditch'd Comes to the University of Manchester
A free live event bringing together over 250 entrepreneurs, creators, startups, investors, business professionals and students for networking, pitching, panel discussions and real opportunities — Wednesday 25 November 2026 at the University of Manchester Students' Union.
10 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
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Are You a Founder Doing Something Worth Talking About? Join Us on the Bench
On 20 and 27 October 2026 we're recording new Legacy Bench conversations in Manchester — and we want to hear from founders with something worth talking about.
7 Oct 2026 · 3 min read
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Pitch'd or Ditch'd Returns This November — Applications Are Now Open
Founders will return to the Bench on 3 November to pitch their businesses in front of investors and judges. Applications are now open for entrepreneurs ready to put their ideas to the test.
7 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
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Pitched or Ditched: The Legacy Bench Live Comes to Manchester
What happens when you put an idea in front of experienced business people and give them the opportunity to challenge it? On Wednesday 25th November 2026, The Legacy Bench is bringing a brand-new live event to Manchester with Pitched or Ditched – The Legacy Bench Live. Taking plac
28 Sept 2026 · 4 min read
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A Huge Thank You to Our Legacy Bench Sponsors
Following Legacy Bench Live at the University of Manchester, we want to take a moment to say a huge thank you to the sponsors and supporters who helped make the event possible. Our first university event was an important milestone for The Legacy Bench. It brought together entrepr
25 Sept 2026 · 2 min read
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Legacy Bench Live at the University of Manchester: A Day of Ideas, Connections and Opportunity
On Friday 18th September, The Legacy Bench brought its first event to the University of Manchester for a day built around one simple idea: bringing ambitious people together to share ideas, ask questions, build relationships and create new opportunities. Legacy Bench Live at the
25 Sept 2026 · 4 min read
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A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsors Ahead of the First Legacy Bench Event
On Friday 18th September, The Legacy Bench will proudly host its first-ever event at the Grand Hall, Whitworth Art Gallery, University of Manchester, bringing together an inspiring community of students, entrepreneurs, founders, business leaders, creators, professionals, investor
6 Aug 2026 · 3 min read
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Legacy Bench 2026: Inspiring the Next Generation of Leaders in Leeds
On Thursday 8th October 2026, Legacy Bench arrives at the University of Leeds, bringing together an inspiring community of students, entrepreneurs, business leaders, founders, innovators, academics, and professionals for a day dedicated to meaningful conversations, ambitious thin
5 Aug 2026 · 2 min read
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The Legacy Bench: Free Networking & Entrepreneurship Event
The Legacy Bench is proud to present the our first live event, bringing together entrepreneurs, professionals, students, creatives, investors, and changemakers for an afternoon of inspiration, networking, and opportunity. Taking place on Friday, 18 September 2026, at the Grand Ha
8 Jul 2026 · 2 min read
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Legacy Bench 2026: Where Conversations Create Legacy
On Friday 18th September 2026, The Legacy Bench brings together an inspiring community of business leaders, entrepreneurs, founders, creators, professionals, investors and future leaders for a day dedicated to meaningful conversations, powerful connections and lasting impact. Hos
8 Jul 2026 · 2 min read
