# Event Details - **Event Name**: YouthTV Connect: Play Your Way In - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 28 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Wed, 28 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: You don't network your way in, you play your way in. Laser tag meets real youth mentorship in Bedford. Just 40 spaces.About this EventYou don't network your way in, you play your way in.YouthTV is teaming up with Laser World Bedford to bring you a fresh spin on YouthTV Connect, and this time it starts with a game.YouthTV Connect brings young entrepreneurs, creatives and business owners together with established local professionals for an evening built around real mentorship, not small talk over a glass of orange juice. Earlier editions ran on keynotes and panels. This time, the conversations start over laser tag.On the night, attendees split into groups and take turns on the laser tag course, with professionals playing alongside younger attendees rather than watching from the side. While one group plays, the other spends that time networking, starting with table-facilitated discussion and one-to-one conversations before moving into speed networking. Partway through, the groups swap, so everyone gets a turn at laser tag and proper time to learn from the professionals in the room.Whether you're just starting out or you've got years of experience to share, this is a chance to build genuine connections in a setting that doesn't feel like a formal networking event. Work and building something of your own can be relentless, so this is also a good excuse to take an evening for yourself, have a laugh, and recharge while you're at it.What to expect:Laser tag sessions played in mixed teams with industry professionals, working together and building strategy as a teamTable-facilitated discussion, one-to-one conversations and speed networkingDrinks and snacks throughoutA room full of young entrepreneurs, creatives and established professionals, all in one eveningThings to know before you book:Please wear flat shoes for the laser tag sessions.For safety reasons, laser tag cannot be played by anyone with high blood pressure, heart problems, neck or back problems, epilepsy, or anyone pregnant or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.Limited parking is available at the venue. Melbourne Street Car Park, Melbourne Street, Bedford MK42 9AN, is just across the road and charges may apply.Strictly 16+. Due to the nature of the laser tag activity, attendees under 18 will need a parent or guardian consent form completed before the event.By booking a ticket, attendees accept that laser tag is a physical activity that carries an inherent risk of injury. Attendees take part at their own risk. Laser World, YouthTV Group CIC and its subsidiaries accept no liability for any injury, loss or damage arising from attendance at or participation in this event, except where such liability cannot be excluded by law.Questions about the event can be sent to events@youthtv.co.uk. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/606adb90-b93f-11f1-b7ac-09eee28799fe-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/60b8fb90-b93f-11f1-b7ac-09eee28799fe-rimg-w1110-h740-dca8a8a8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/60ea92e0-b93f-11f1-b7ac-09eee28799fe-rimg-w1104-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/611fd3b0-b93f-11f1-b7ac-09eee28799fe-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/615e8a60-b93f-11f1-b7ac-09eee28799fe-rimg-w1198-h740-dcb8b8c8-gmir.jpg Agenda🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:10 PMArrival and check-in Host: Laser World🕑: 04:10 PM - 04:20 PMWelcome from Urban Judge FRSA, Group CEO & Laser World Management Team🕑: 04:20 PM - 04:50 PMSession OneInfo: Group A networks for 30 minutes, structured as: 15 minutes, table facilitated discussion and one-to-one networking and 15 minutes, speed networkingGroup A networks for 30 minutes, structured as: Group B plays laser tag, structured as: 10 minutes, game one 5 minute break to reflect on tactics as a team 15 minutes, final game, playing as a team with strategy in mind🕑: 04:50 PM - 05:20 PMSession TwoInfo: Groups swap. Group B networks for 30 minutes, same structure: 15 minutes, table facilitated discussion and one-to-one networking 15 minutes, speed networking Group A plays laser tag, same structure: 10 minutes, game one 5 minute break to reflect on tactics as a team 15 minutes, final game, playing as a team with strategy🕑: 05:20 PM - 05:50 PMFull Group NetworkingInfo: Both groups come together, drinks continue, question cards still in play.🕑: 05:50 PM - 06:00 PMWrap & CloseInfo: Thanks to Laser World, professionals and attendees, with a nod to what's next for YouthTV Connect. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/youthtv-connect-play-your-way-in/100002001620482746 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 16+ - Doors Open At: 3:50 PM - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Laser World - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 15, max: 15, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Bedford - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Laser World - **lat**: 52.13088 - **long**: -0.466827 - **full address**: Laser World, 9 Kingsway, Bedford, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: YouthTV Connect: Play Your Way In - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/be7d1f08d6fed0a6658bdd229cdc4fae4514080b0b8f7fac12fa7c0ebc181042-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1790381797 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is YouthTV Connect: Play Your Way In being held? - **A:** YouthTV Connect: Play Your Way In takes place on Wed, 28 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Wed, 28 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Laser World, 9 Kingsway, Bedford, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing YouthTV Connect: Play Your Way In? - **A:** YouthTV Connect: Play Your Way In is organized by YouthTV Group CIC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** YouthTV Connect: Play Your Way In is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bedford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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