IndieBeers London: price, who can join and alternatives
IndieBeers is a monthly pub meetup in Shoreditch for London's indie makers, solopreneurs and bootstrappers. It is run by Ramen Space, the founder coworking space that is part of Ramen Club, and the 79th edition falls on 28 October 2026. There are no talks: people meet at the bar and talk about what they are building.
IndieBeers London at a glance
| What | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Who it's for | Indie makers, solopreneurs and bootstrappers across London | meetup.com |
| Group focus | Starting and growing profitable SaaS and internet businesses | meetup.com |
| Next meetup | Meetup #79 on Wednesday 28 October 2026 at 6pm | meetup.com |
| Recent turnout | Meetup #78 on 30 September drew 41 attendees | meetup.com |
| Venue | The Bricklayers Arms, Shoreditch, from 6pm | meetup.com |
| Format | Drinks and conversation about current projects, no talks | meetup.com |
| Organiser | Run by Ramen Space and listed as part of Ramen Club | meetup.com |
| Group size | 3,334 members on Meetup | meetup.com |
Who it suits
- Indie makers living in or visiting London
- Founders who want an easy monthly in-person catch-up
- People already in or curious about the Ramen Club network
Who it doesn't suit
- Founders outside London
- Anyone wanting structured talks or a curriculum
- Founders who prefer a closed, vetted group
Alternatives to IndieBeers London
| Community | Price | Entry rule |
|---|---|---|
| Helm (formerly The Supper Club) | £1,450 per annum (Club membership); £4,250 option with a Forum (period not stated) | Apply online, then a 30-minute fit call; £3m+ revenue or raised |
| Indie Hackers & Bootstrappers Vienna | Not published | Luma registration with host approval |
| Indie Hackers Lille | Free | Open; register on Luma |
| AI Breakfast Club | Not published | Startup tickets need host approval |
| Amsterdam Founders Club | Event tickets start at €49 + VAT | Request an invitation; some events have revenue minimums |
| Barclays Innovation Hub powered by Eagle Labs | From £180 plus VAT per month (Club 5) | Membership application |
| Baseline | Not published | Apply to join by email |
| Bootstrapped Makers | Free tier; Pro $19/mo or $190 for 12 months (currency not named) | Free signup with email; Pro optional |
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Questions about IndieBeers London
- When is the next IndieBeers London?
- Meetup #79 is on Wednesday 28 October 2026 from 6pm at The Bricklayers Arms in Shoreditch.
- Who runs IndieBeers?
- It is the flagship monthly event from Ramen Space, and the Meetup group is listed as part of Ramen Club.
- Does it cost anything?
- The group page does not publish a ticket price.
- What happens at the meetup?
- People meet at the pub, have a drink and talk about what they are working on, trying to help each other.
- Website
- meetup.com
- Price
- Not published
- Entry rule
- Open; RSVP on Meetup
- Format
- Monthly pub meetup in Shoreditch
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IndieBeers London isn't connected to Remote Builders. Prices and entry rules change, so check meetup.com before you apply. Spotted something out of date? Tell us in the members' chat.