WRXL. Routes.

Wilson’s Republic is 10 years old!

To celebrate, we're bringing you an all-day event packed with inspiration and insight.

• A line-up of 6 stellar speakers from across different creative disciplines
• A live speaker panel for you to ask questions
• Onsite food vendors, bar and merchandise stall
• A break out space where you can work, drink coffee or just hang out.
• A private afterparty - an evening packed with live music and performers brought you to by Kirklees Most Wanted.

SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED SOON.

Our theme is ROUTES. In a creative career, there is no one ‘golden path’. Routes will explore the pivots, twists and turns that shape creative careers. It’s something that couldn’t feel more relevant for the creative industries at the moment and we feel it's important to address, share and discuss with inspirational speakers from around the UK.

We are returning to Bates Mill, the venue for our first conference in 2017. It has a rich heritage in textiles production and is now a beating creative heart for the town of Huddersfield.

Why tickets are capped at one per purcahse 🎟️
You’ll notice when you buy your WRXL ticket that they’re limited to one at a time. This isn’t about data grabbing, no no - it’s about understanding our creative community better.

Wilson’s Republic is a CIC and part of what we do is keep a close eye on the creative landscape in West Yorkshire and beyond to offer the best events, free resources and offerings. By asking each person to book their own ticket, we can capture more accurate insights into who’s joining us, where they’re from and how the community is growing.

This helps us:

📣 Keep our events accessible and relevant
📣 Track who we’re reaching (and who we’re not)
📣 Make sure our community truly represents the diversity of creativity in the region

We’re always monitoring our findings to make Wilson’s better for everyone - and your ticket helps us do that. 😊

Info: It's the same Wilson's event, but longer! 6 speakers throughout the day. Plus, there will be a bar, food and breakout spaces including free WIFI. MORE TO FOLLOW...

Info: Wilson's After Party. We'll be taking over Amped (formerly Brewdog), Huddersfield's newest music venue for a night of live bands and DJs hosted by Kirklees Most Wanted.

Info: Spinning Funk, Soul and Hip Hop classics new and old throughout the night.

Info: Alternative Folk, with Echoes of Mount Eerie, Alex G and Bon Iver.

Info: Alluring soulful Jazz sound from and amazing 7 piece outfit.

Info: Funky Psychedelic Prog Rock with a of splash Jazz.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Bates & Co Ltd, Queen St South, Huddersfield, United Kingdom