# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Property Thing June - James Rogers - Property + Poppadoms Founder - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: From heartbreak to 70+ property meetups. James Rogers shares how relentless action built Property & Poppadoms into a UK giant.About this Event🔍 The Property Thing June – Building One of the UK’s Fastest Growing Property Networks with James Rogers📍 Blackwell Grange Hotel💻 Also available online (catch-up access)📅 Thursday 11th June 2026⏰ 18:00 – 22:00 GMT🎫 Tickets will be £20 on the door, so please book in advance🌐 OverviewSome people wait for opportunities.Some people build the bloody room everyone else wants to be in.This June, we’re joined by James Rogers, finance broker at 978 Finance and founder of the rapidly expanding Property & Poppadoms network.What started as one simple curry night has exploded into one of the UK’s fastest-growing property communities, with around 70 meetups across the UK and now stretching internationally into the Netherlands.But this isn’t just a “look how successful I am” talk.This is the story behind the scenes.The graft.The setbacks.The risk-taking.The pressure of trying to build something massive while juggling family life, business, travel, events, podcasts, networking, training days and somehow still functioning as a human being.James has built an unbelievable network and reputation in an incredibly short space of time. His contacts book now reads like a property industry Pokémon collection - PSA 10's everywhere.And the most mental thing???A few years ago, none of this existed.This session is for anyone who’s ever looked at somebody successful and thought:“Yeah… but how did they ACTUALLY do it?”🚀 What You’ll LearnExpect a brutally honest, high-energy conversation covering:How Property & Poppadoms grew from one meetup into a national brandBuilding a network when you don’t have money, status or a massive audienceWhy consistency beats motivation every single timeThe power of relationships and proximity in businessBalancing ambition, burnout, family life and personal strugglesThe hidden realities behind running events and communitiesHow networking can completely change your trajectory in property and businessWhy relentless action-taking still wins in 2026This isn’t polished corporate fluff.It’s real-world momentum from someone who just kept showing up and swinging.👤 Speaker: James Rogers – Founder of Property & Poppadoms + 978 FinanceJames Rogers is a property finance broker, investor and entrepreneur best known for creating Property & Poppadoms, a networking community that has rapidly spread across the UK property scene.Alongside his role at 978 Finance, James has built a national community centred around genuine relationships, collaboration and actually getting people in a room together again.Known for his relentless work ethic and ability to connect people, James has become one of the most recognisable community builders in UK property despite starting from scratch only a few years ago.💡 Why You Should AttendBecause sometimes the biggest thing holding people back… is waiting.Waiting for the right time.Waiting to feel confident.Waiting for permission.James didn’t wait.And whether you’re trying to build:a property portfolioa businessa networka brandor just a better future for yourself and your family……there’s something incredibly powerful about hearing from people who simply decided to crack on.Also, let’s be honest…if you’ve ever been to Property & Poppadoms, you already know the energy this bloke brings.🌭 The Infamous TPT Sausage Raffle!Because professionalism is overrated.The legendary sausage raffle returns once again with questionable prizes, unnecessary competitiveness and at least one moment that probably shouldn’t happen in a hotel function room.🏠 About The Property ThingWe’re two property junkies — Paul Million and Anthony Boyce — who love connecting great people doing great deals.When the big national networking groups disappeared up north, we decided to build our own community:real talk, real value, real people.Paul Million👉 30+ years as a landlord & developer👉 Creative dealmaker & perfectionist in his projects👉 Host of the LOAF Podcast, interviewing inspiring figures about resilience and successAnthony Boyce👉 Developer & investor with 20+ years in Architecture + Property👉 Founder of 81 North Design👉 Specialist in commercial conversions and creating value in people's deals🎟️ How to AttendJoin us in person at Blackwell Grange Hotel for the full experience.The conversations before and after the event are where half the magic happens.Can’t make it in person?👉 Catch-up access is available after the event. Email anthony@81northdesign.com or daphne@81northdesign.com for details.👶 BRING A TPT VIRGIN 👶It’s back.Even after Earlybird tickets finish, if you'd like to bring somebody who has never attended a TPT event before, just let us know when purchasing your ticket.We’ll need:Full nameContact numberEmail addressto register them for the event.Agenda🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:45 PMArrivalInfo: General networking, chit chat & drinks🕑: 07:45 PM - 08:15 PMPaul + Anthony🕑: 08:30 PM - 10:00 PMThe Main Event (s)🕑: 10:00 PM - 10:00 PMNetworking🕑: 10:30 PM - 12:00 AMPost-Networking Curry (additional charge - BABUL's) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/darlington/the-property-thing-june-james-rogers-property-poppadoms-founder/100001989830016143 - **Event Categories**: meetups, business, workshops, pokemon - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 11.55, max: 22.38, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Darlington - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Blackwell Grange Hotel - **lat**: 54.5136864 - **long**: -1.5679997 - **full address**: Blackwell Grange Hotel, Grange Road, Darlington, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Property Thing June - James Rogers - Property + Poppadoms Founder - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/d359c338290c48d7b3524f24cef60902489e039698e7c3d7fe76170fb006dc46-rimg-w1200-h675-dc131c17-gmir.jpg?v=1779145702 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Property Thing June - James Rogers - Property + Poppadoms Founder being held? - **A:** The Property Thing June - James Rogers - Property + Poppadoms Founder takes place on Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Blackwell Grange Hotel, Grange Road, Darlington, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Property Thing June - James Rogers - Property + Poppadoms Founder? - **A:** The Property Thing June - James Rogers - Property + Poppadoms Founder is organized by The Property Thing. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Property Thing June - James Rogers - Property + Poppadoms Founder 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 Darlington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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