Big ideas. Local action. Lasting impact.
Grimsby Energy Collective returns for its third year, bringing together people and organisations working towards a greener, fairer and more sustainable future.
Community Energy Collective 2027, hosted by Grimsby Community Energy, creates space for fresh perspectives, shared knowledge and new connections across community energy, co-operatives, business and education.
Morning Break Sponsor
Thank you to RSUK Group for sponsoring the morning break at Community Energy Collective 2027.
Greater Lincolnshire Careers Hub
Thank you to Greater Lincolnshire Careers Hub for its sponsorship and for helping us share Community Energy Collective 2027 with secondary schools across North East Lincolnshire.
Meet our confirmed speakers
Michaela Strachan
Wildlife television presenter and conservation advocate
Michaela will share her experience of the natural world, the challenges facing our environment and the role we can all play in protecting it.
Helen Seagrave
Director of Local Market Development · Great British Energy
Helen will deliver a presentation drawing on her experience in local and community energy, looking at opportunities for community-led projects and collaboration. Further details of her talk will be announced nearer the event.
Connie Duxbury
Senior Community Renewables Manager · Younity
Connie will bring insight from Younity’s work supporting community energy, exploring how organisations can work together to develop and grow community-led renewable projects.
Dr Vicky Dunn
Managing Director · Grimsby Community Energy
Vicky will present at Community Energy Collective 2027, bringing the perspective of a local, community-owned energy co-operative and its work in North East Lincolnshire. Further details of her presentation will be shared nearer the event.
An Afternoon of Learning
Following lunch, we will split into four talks for organisations that want to build their knowledge, share ideas and explore the next steps for their work. The sessions will offer practical insight and opportunities to learn from others in the sector.
Four talks · Topics and speakers to be announced closer to the event
Networking in Cleethorpes
Invited guests can continue conversations at Taphouse & Kitchen, Cleethorpes, following the main event at Parkway Cinema.
Please note: Networking attendance is by invitation or access code only and is not included with a general or student admission ticket.
Reserve your place
Choose your ticket below and join us at Community Energy Collective 2027.
Morning break kindly sponsored by RSUK Group.
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Community Energy Collective 2027
2027-03-10 10:00 · Parkway Cinema, Cleethorpes
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before joining us at Community Energy Collective 2027.
Where is the event being held?
The conference takes place on Wednesday 10 March 2027 from 10am at Parkway Cinema, Kings Road, Cleethorpes, DN35 0AQ. The invitation-only afternoon gathering and learning programme will be held at Cleethorpes Taphouse & Kitchen, Boating Lake, DN35 0AG.
Where can I park, and how much does it cost?
Parkway Cinema: There is free customer parking beside the cinema, with over 120 spaces including accessible bays. Please follow the car park signs and any maximum-stay conditions.
Taphouse & Kitchen: The nearby council-managed Boating Lake car park is pay-and-display between 8am and 6pm, seven days a week. Current charges are £2 for up to 1 hour, £2.50 for up to 2 hours, £4 for up to 4 hours, and £6 for over 4 hours. These charges may change, so check local signs.
We recommend leaving your car at Parkway and walking to the Taphouse for the afternoon, provided your parking remains within Parkway’s permitted customer-stay conditions. If in doubt, please check with the cinema on arrival.
How do I get from Parkway Cinema to Cleethorpes Taphouse & Kitchen?
The two venues are close to one another, around Cleethorpes Boating Lake and Kings Road. There is no need to drive between them if you are comfortable walking. Please use the pedestrian paths and crossings.
Follow the signed pedestrian routes and take care at crossings.
I’m staying overnight. Where are the closest hotels?
These are four convenient overnight accommodation options close to Parkway Cinema. Booking and room availability are arranged directly with each property:
- Wellow Hotel — Kings Road, DN35 0AQ, almost next to Parkway Cinema. Accommodation details.
- Premier Inn Cleethorpes — Meridian Point, DN35 0PN, a short walk from Parkway. Hotel information and bookings.
- The Kingsway Hotel — Kingsway, DN35 0AE, a seafront hotel within walking distance. Find the hotel.
- Crows Nest Hotel — Balmoral Road, DN35 9ND, offering simple room-only accommodation. Accommodation information.
We recommend booking early. Accommodation costs are not included with event tickets.
Is the event free, and do I need a ticket?
Yes, the conference is free to attend but advance registration is required. Please choose your ticket using the booking form above. There are general and student admission options.
Is the afternoon programme included with my ticket?
Access to the Taphouse & Kitchen gathering and related afternoon activities is currently reserved for invited guests with the appropriate ticket and access code. The four Afternoon of Learning talks will be announced closer to the event. Please select the correct ticket type when booking.
Can I tell you about dietary requirements or accessibility needs?
Please include any accessibility requirements in your registration. Dietary requirements are requested when selecting an eligible ticket that includes catering. You can also contact Grimsby Community Energy before the event if you need further assistance.
