Following the success of its inaugural event, The Lane and Astor Theatre have announced a second networking night in Deal.

It will be on Monday (April 20) at the Astor Theatre in Stanhope Road from 7pm.

Co-host and co-owner of The Lane, Anna Murray, said: "If you have a business or product you want to share with others in the area then come along and network, and enjoy a free glass of bubbly too.”

More than 25 businesses attending the first gathering at The Lane in South Court last month in a bid to make links with other professionals.

It was hosted by Miss Murray and Ryan Burt from the Astor - who have already formed a successful business relationship and now hold monthly cocktail and jazz nights together.

The evening was a chance for businesses to exchange contact details and engage in informal chat.

Claire Blaszinski from The White House in Victoria Road, Deal, impressed everybody as she gave out free goody bags.

Miss Murray said: “It was such a successful night and everybody passed over business cards. Not only was it a great way of meeting other businesses but building relationships in the area.”

Organisers would like to hold them as often as they can and also introduce a guest speaker.

Miss Murray said: “If someone would like to do a 10 minute speech about their business before the networking event begins, please get in touch with us.”

If you would like to attend, or speak, call Anna on 01304 448283 or email info@thelanedeal.co.uk