Network over delicious tapas and delightful Thames views while learning fun, practical icebreakers that spark great conversations.

About this event

Network over delicious tapas and delightful Thames views while learning fun, practical icebreakers that spark great conversations.

Join us for a relaxed summer social at El Cerdo in Bourne End, where you can expect delicious food, great connections and access to a private riverside terrace.

Across the evening, you’ll take part in a series of fun icebreakers designed to make networking feel easier and give you fresh ideas for your own work events.

It’s a chance to meet other CIPD members and people professionals, try out simple ways to get groups talking, and leave with useful tools to help you integrate others at team meetings, away days, training sessions and socials.


Hosted by Zoe Russell-Stretten and Surjit Nagra, Committee Members of the CIPD Branch in Chiltern.


Additional venue info

El Cerdo, Bourne End is an 8 minute walk from Bourne End train station.

Bourne End is one stop from Maidenhead, which connects with London directly by overground and the Elizabeth Line.

For those driving, there is a small car park which is free for guests of El Cerdo.

From High Wycombe, those using public transport will find Buses 36, 37 and 37A the most convenient as they go directly to the centre of Bourne End.

If travelling on the Chiltern line on overground rail, the nearest stop is Beaconsfield - from which it would be easiest to take a short taxi ride.


Please note:

  • Participants will receive a reminder email the day before, with a further reminder on the morning of the event.
  • Photography and video production may take place at the event, and these images may be used in the CIPD newsletters.
  • By attending the event, participants are giving their consent for their image to be used in CIPD promotional materials.
  • If you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket so someone else can take your place.
  • If there is an external speaker, their views will be their own and may not necessarily reflect those of the CIPD.
  • If any reasonable adjustments are required, participants are encouraged to make this known and assistance will be provided.

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