🎤 Conference
Annual 🇬🇧 Bitfest UK / Nostrshire 2026
The second annual UK Nostr conference returns to Manchester with expanded programming and international speakers.
UK Nostr Community
Connect with British users building a decentralized, censorship-resistant future
The UK Nostr community is small but growing rapidly. From London meetups to relay operators in Edinburgh, British users are embracing protocol-level freedom and digital sovereignty.
This directory connects UK users, highlights British contributions to the protocol, and helps you get involved in building the future of decentralized communication.
Nostr Events & Conferences
Face-to-face connections strengthen the network. Conferences, meetups, and gatherings where the Nostr community comes together.
🇬🇧 UK Events
Upcoming Events
Past Events
👥 Meetup
Weekly 🇬🇧 Cyphermunk House
Weekly gathering for cypherpunks, Bitcoin enthusiasts, and Nostr users in London. Technical discussions in an informal setting.
👥 Meetup
Monthly 🇬🇧 Nostr London Meetup
Monthly gathering for Nostr enthusiasts in London. Discussions on protocol development, client updates, and community building.
🎤 Conference
Annual 🇬🇧 Bitfest UK / Nostrshire 2025
UK's first Nostr conference. Three days of talks, workshops, and community building in Manchester.
🇪🇺 European Events
Key conferences accessible from the UK with strong Nostr presence.
Upcoming Events
🎤 Conference
Annual 🇪🇺 Oslo Freedom Forum 2026
Premier gathering for human rights advocates, journalists, and technologists building tools for free expression. Strong Nostr and Bitcoin presence.
🎤 Conference
Annual 🇪🇺 Baltic Honeybadger / Nostriga 2026
Riga's premier Bitcoin conference with strong Nostr presence. Includes Nostriga unconference for protocol developers and enthusiasts.
🎤 Conference
Annual 🇪🇺 Bitcoin Amsterdam 2026
Major European Bitcoin conference with Nostr track. Brings together builders, investors, and enthusiasts in the heart of Europe.
🌍 Your City Missing?
Don't see your city? Starting a Nostr meetup is easier than you think. You don't need to be an expert—just curious and willing to connect.
How to Organize a Meetup →📍 Finding Events
On Nostr: Follow hashtags like #NostrUK, #BitcoinUK, #NostrMeetup to discover events.
Traditional Platforms: Many meetups still use Meetup.com or Telegram for coordination.
Calendar Integration: A Nostr-native events calendar (NIP-52) is coming. For now, follow organizers directly on Nostr for announcements.
UK Relay Operators
Relays are the backbone of Nostr. These UK-based relay operators provide infrastructure for the British Nostr community and beyond.
🇬🇧 UK Public Relay
● Online Location: London, UK
Type: Public, Free
Policies: No spam, GDPR compliant
General-purpose public relay serving UK and European users. Low latency for British clients.
🔐 Premium UK Relay
● Online Location: Manchester, UK
Type: Paid (Lightning)
Cost: 10,000 sats/month
Spam-free, high-performance relay with guaranteed uptime. Lightning payment required.
🛠️ Run Your Own
● DIYRunning a Nostr relay is surprisingly simple. Basic relays can run on a Raspberry Pi or cheap VPS for under £5/month.
Benefits:
- Complete control over your data
- Support the network infrastructure
- Learn about the protocol
- Serve your local community
🔍 Finding UK Relays
UK relay operators: To add your relay to this directory, please:
- Ensure your relay follows UK data protection laws (GDPR)
- Document your relay policies clearly
- Maintain 99%+ uptime
- Contact us via Nostr with your relay details
Users: Check nostr.watch for a global relay directory and real-time status monitoring.
UK Nostr Developers
British developers contributing to Nostr clients, relays, NIPs, and the broader ecosystem.
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BenArc
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Creator of LNbits and Nostr.com. Building essential Lightning and Nostr infrastructure used by thousands worldwide. Key figure in the UK Bitcoin and Nostr developer community.
Contributions:
- LNbits - Open-source Lightning wallet system
- Nostr.com - Nostr web client and resources
- Lightning/Nostr integration tools
- Bitfest UK speaker
📡
Kieran
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Creator of Snort.social and Zap.stream. Building the future of decentralized social media and live streaming on Nostr.
Contributions:
- Snort.social - Popular Nostr web client
- Zap.stream - Live streaming on Nostr
- Nostr protocol development
- Bitfest UK speaker
🎯
Oscar Merry
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
UK Nostr developer and educator. Active contributor to the British Nostr community and speaker at UK Bitcoin events.
Contributions:
- Nostr ecosystem development
- Community education
- Bitfest UK speaker
- UK Bitcoin community organizer
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BlackCoffee
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
UK-based Nostr enthusiast and community builder. Active in organizing British Nostr events and growing the UK user base.
Contributions:
- Community organizing
- Event coordination
- Bitfest UK speaker
- Nostr adoption advocacy
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Join the Builders
UK developers wanted
The Nostr protocol is young, simple, and open for innovation. British developers bring unique perspectives on privacy, digital rights, and user sovereignty.
Opportunities:
- Build UK-focused Nostr clients
- Create relays optimized for British users
- Contribute to NIPs (protocol specs)
- Develop tools and integrations
- Solve regulatory challenges with code
🛠️ Developer Resources
Get Involved in the UK Community
Whether you're a user, developer, or just curious about Nostr, there are many ways to participate in building a decentralized future in the UK.
How to Organize a UK Nostr Meetup
Starting a local Nostr community is easier than you think. Here's a simple guide.
1
Choose Your Format
Casual Pub Meetup: Easiest to start. Pick a pub, set a date, show up. No formal agenda needed—just conversation about Nostr, Bitcoin, and digital freedom.
Structured Meetup: Choose a topic each month (e.g., "How Nostr Works", "Running a Relay", "UK Digital Rights"). Present for 20 minutes, then open discussion.
Hack Sessions: For developers. Bring laptops, code together, solve problems.
2
Announce on Nostr
Post your meetup details on Nostr using relevant hashtags:
#NostrUK- British Nostr community#NostrMeetup- Global meetup tag#[YourCity]- London, Manchester, etc.#BitcoinUK- Bitcoin community overlap
Include: Date, time, location (pub name/address), topic if any, and how to recognize the group (e.g., "I'll have a Nostr sticker on my laptop").
3
Cross-Post (Optional)
While Nostr is ideal, most people aren't there yet. Also post to:
- Meetup.com (if you want broader reach)
- Twitter (with #NostrUK hashtag)
- Local Bitcoin/tech groups on Telegram
- Reddit (r/nostr, local city subreddits)
4
Show Up & Welcome People
On the day:
- Arrive 10 minutes early
- Bring a visible sign (Nostr logo, your npub on paper)
- Welcome everyone warmly—many will be first-timers
- Don't worry about attendance. Even 3-5 people is a success!
First meetup advice: Keep it casual. The goal is connection, not perfection.
5
Make it Regular
Consistency builds community. Choose a schedule you can maintain:
- Monthly: First Thursday of every month (easy to remember)
- Quarterly: Every 3 months for smaller cities
- Same Venue: Use the same pub/location for consistency
Announce the next meetup before people leave. Post follow-up notes on Nostr after.
6
Grow Organically
Don't stress about numbers. Quality > quantity. A small, engaged group is better than a large disinterested crowd.
Ideas for growth:
- Invite local Bitcoin meetup members
- Reach out to UK developers on Nostr
- Create simple flyers for crypto-friendly cafes/shops
- Collaborate with other UK organizers for joint events
📞 Support for Organizers
Organizing your first meetup? The UK Nostr community is here to help:
- Find us on Nostr with #NostrUK hashtag
- Connect with other UK organizers for advice
- Share your meetup plans—we'll boost your announcement
- List your meetup on this page (contact us via Nostr)
You don't need to be an expert. You just need to be curious and willing to bring people together. The rest will follow.
Connect with the UK Community
The easiest way to join the UK Nostr community is to actually join Nostr.
🔍 Search Hashtags
Use any Nostr client to search for:
#NostrUK- Main UK community tag#BitcoinUK- Bitcoin/Nostr overlap#NostrLondon,#NostrManchester, etc.#UKTech,#UKCrypto
👥 Follow UK Users
Look for npubs (Nostr public keys) with .co.uk or UK references in profiles. British users often mention their location.
Tip: Check who's posting under #NostrUK and follow users who share your interests.
💬 Join Conversations
Don't just lurk—participate! Reply to posts, ask questions, share UK perspectives.
The community is small enough that active participants get noticed and welcomed quickly.
New to Nostr?
Start here: Complete Beginner's Guide to Nostr
Takes 10 minutes. You'll have your keys, a client, and be posting to the UK community.
Add Your Profile or Meetup
This directory is community-maintained. UK relay operators, developers, and meetup organizers are encouraged to add their information.
📝 How to Submit
To add or update entries on this page:
- On Nostr: Post your details with hashtag
#NostrUKDirectoryand tag this site's npub (coming soon) - Via GitHub: Submit a pull request to our repository with your addition
- Email: Contact hello@nostr.co.uk (traditional fallback)
✅ Submission Guidelines
For Relay Operators:
- Relay must be hosted in the UK or serve UK users
- Include: relay URL, location, type (public/paid), policies
- Must comply with UK data protection laws
- Maintain documented uptime and moderation policies
For Developers:
- Based in UK or contributing to UK-focused Nostr projects
- Include: npub, GitHub, brief bio, key contributions
- Active in Nostr development (recent commits/releases)
For Meetups:
- Regular or planned recurring schedule
- UK location (city/region)
- Contact method for attendees (Nostr preferred)
- Brief description of format/focus