Top quality business networking this morning at Strings Bar and Venue in Newport with more than 50 Island business people attending. It’s the first morning event for Claydon Connor and the team at Strings who have recently celebrated their first anniversary.
You can read more about Strings Bar & Venue’s first year in this feature in July’s Island Business magazine here:
june
25jun2:30 pm4:30 pmAfternoon Tea at Quarr Abbey
Wednesday 25 June 2025 Quarr Abbey, Ryde 2.30pm - 4.30pm IW Chamber Members - £5 admin fee Join us for a fabulous networking opportunity, enjoying afternoon tea in the grounds of Quarr Abbey. A
Wednesday 25 June 2025
Quarr Abbey, Ryde
2.30pm – 4.30pm
IW Chamber Members – £5 admin fee
Join us for a fabulous networking opportunity, enjoying afternoon tea in the grounds of Quarr Abbey. A hugely popular annual event, it’s a unique chance to engage with Chamber members whilst enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the Abbey. You can find out more about Quarr Abbey too.
(Wednesday) 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Quarr Abbey
Quarr Abbey, Quarr Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 4ES
26jun9:30 am4:00 pmRed Funnel Business Start Up Course
We offer new businesses the opportunity to take their ideas from paper into practice. We offer a business seminar aimed at people who are starting a business. Get the tools
We offer new businesses the opportunity to take their ideas from paper into practice. We offer a business seminar aimed at people who are starting a business. Get the tools you need to take your idea from the drawing board to the real world.
This course is suitable for those with a business idea they wish to progress, through to those who have been in business for six months. We will take you through all the various aspects that need to be considered including: Market research, cash flow forecast, tax, national insurance, VAT, making tax digital, marketing, business names, bookkeeping, insurance, social media and websites, closing with an introduction to your business plan.
The one day workshop is delivered by an experienced business mentor, in a friendly manner, allowing you to get as many questions answered as possible. You will be spending a day with other like-minded people, embarking on the same journey, with the opportunity to network and share knowledge.
When starting in business you have to wear many hats, some fit well and others need adjustment. Come along and find out which areas you might need help with.
Please note there is a £5 admin fee for this course.
This course is available for non-members.
(Thursday) 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce
Unit S1, Branstone Business Park, Branstone, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
july
02jul9:00 am11:00 amNetworking Brunch at Richmonds Cake & Coffee Co.
Wednesday 2 July 2025 Richmonds Cake & Coffee Co., Newport 9.00am - 11.00am IW Chamber Members - £20 per person Non-Members - £40 per person An ideal opportunity for informal networking at Richmonds Cake &
Wednesday 2 July 2025
Richmonds Cake & Coffee Co., Newport
9.00am – 11.00am
IW Chamber Members – £20 per person
Non-Members – £40 per person
An ideal opportunity for informal networking at Richmonds Cake & Coffee Co. If you’re new to networking, our Brunch is the perfect way to get connected with like-minded business people. Attendees will all get the chance to give their minute-pitch to the room at this event.
(Wednesday) 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Richmonds Cake & Coffee Co
95-96 St James' St, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1HY
03jul10:00 am12:00 pmChamber Chat: Meet the Chamber
Thursday 3 July 2025 IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park 10am-12pm IW Chamber members – FREE Non-members - FREE The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce invites you to meet the team at
Thursday 3 July 2025
IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park
10am-12pm
IW Chamber members – FREE
Non-members – FREE
The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce invites you to meet the team at our office at Branstone Business Park.
Every other Thursday the Chamber is opening its door to members to connect, discuss membership, and ask questions in a casual drop-in session.
Not yet a member? You’re invited to drop in and discover the value of professional networking and explore how Chamber membership can support your business growth.
Booking not required – just drop in!
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce
Unit S1, Branstone Business Park, Branstone, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
09jul7:30 am9:00 amBusiness Breakfast at IW Chamber Business Expo 2025
Wednesday 9 July 2025 Ryde School, Ryde 7.30am - 9.00am IW Chamber Members - £18 Non Members - £36 Kick off Expo with a hot breakfast, proudly sponsored by Meridian 3 — the perfect
Wednesday 9 July 2025
Ryde School, Ryde
7.30am – 9.00am
IW Chamber Members – £18
Non Members – £36
Kick off Expo with a hot breakfast, proudly sponsored by Meridian 3 — the perfect way to start your business day! Enjoy great food and valuable networking with fellow Chamber members.
(Wednesday) 7:30 am - 9:00 am
Ryde School
Ryde School, Queens Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3BE
09jul10:00 am4:00 pmIW Chamber Business Expo 2025 with WightFibre
Wednesday 9 July 2025 Ryde School, Ryde Open from 10am - 4pm If you’re in business on the Island, you’ll want to be at Expo. The Isle of Wight Chamber’s Business Expo is back
Wednesday 9 July 2025
Ryde School, Ryde
Open from 10am – 4pm
If you’re in business on the Island, you’ll want to be at Expo.
The Isle of Wight Chamber’s Business Expo is back – with WightFibre – at Ryde School on Wednesday 9 July 2025.
Free to attend, sign in on the day and turn up any time between 10am and 4pm.
Pre-registration not required!
(Wednesday) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Ryde School
Ryde School, Queens Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3BE
09jul12:30 pm2:30 pmBusiness Lunch at IW Chamber Business Expo 2025
Wednesday 9 July 2025 Ryde School, Ryde 12.15pm - 2.30pm IW Chamber Members - £20 Non Members - £40 Book your lunch for Expo 2025. Join Biscoes for a cooked lunch. Please book your place
Wednesday 9 July 2025
Ryde School, Ryde
12.15pm – 2.30pm
IW Chamber Members – £20
Non Members – £40
Book your lunch for Expo 2025. Join Biscoes for a cooked lunch.
(Wednesday) 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Ryde School
Ryde School, Queens Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3BE
17jul10:00 am12:00 pmChamber Chat: Meet the Chamber
Thursday 17 July 2025 IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park 10am-12pm IW Chamber members – FREE Non-members - FREE The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce invites you to meet the team at
Thursday 17 July 2025
IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park
10am-12pm
IW Chamber members – FREE
Non-members – FREE
The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce invites you to meet the team at our office at Branstone Business Park.
Every other Thursday the Chamber is opening its door to members to connect, discuss membership, and ask questions in a casual drop-in session.
Not yet a member? You’re invited to drop in and discover the value of professional networking and explore how Chamber membership can support your business growth.
Booking not required – just drop in!
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce
Unit S1, Branstone Business Park, Branstone, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
21jul12:00 pm2:00 pm‘Net-Gaming’ Lunch at Snacks & Ladders
Monday 21 July 2025 Snacks & Ladders, Newport 12.00pm - 2.00pm IW Chamber Members - £20 per person Non-Members - £40 per person Join us for an informal networking opportunity with fun games and lunch,
Monday 21 July 2025
Snacks & Ladders, Newport
12.00pm – 2.00pm
IW Chamber Members – £20 per person
Non-Members – £40 per person
Join us for an informal networking opportunity with fun games and lunch, this will be a fantastic way to meet other members and catch up.
(Monday) 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Snacks & Ladders
Snacks & Ladders, 69-70 Upper, St James' St, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1LQ
24jul9:30 am4:00 pmRed Funnel Business Start Up Course
We offer new businesses the opportunity to take their ideas from paper into practice. We offer a business seminar aimed at people who are starting a business. Get the tools
We offer new businesses the opportunity to take their ideas from paper into practice. We offer a business seminar aimed at people who are starting a business. Get the tools you need to take your idea from the drawing board to the real world.
This course is suitable for those with a business idea they wish to progress, through to those who have been in business for six months. We will take you through all the various aspects that need to be considered including: Market research, cash flow forecast, tax, national insurance, VAT, making tax digital, marketing, business names, bookkeeping, insurance, social media and websites, closing with an introduction to your business plan.
The one day workshop is delivered by an experienced business mentor, in a friendly manner, allowing you to get as many questions answered as possible. You will be spending a day with other like-minded people, embarking on the same journey, with the opportunity to network and share knowledge.
When starting in business you have to wear many hats, some fit well and others need adjustment. Come along and find out which areas you might need help with.
Please note there is a £5 admin fee for this course.
This course is available for non-members.
(Thursday) 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce
Unit S1, Branstone Business Park, Branstone, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
31jul10:00 am12:00 pmChamber Chat: Meet the Chamber
Thursday 31 July 2025 IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park 10am-12pm IW Chamber members – FREE Non-members - FREE The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce invites you to meet the team at
Thursday 31 July 2025
IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park
10am-12pm
IW Chamber members – FREE
Non-members – FREE
The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce invites you to meet the team at our office at Branstone Business Park.
Every other Thursday the Chamber is opening its door to members to connect, discuss membership, and ask questions in a casual drop-in session.
Not yet a member? You’re invited to drop in and discover the value of professional networking and explore how Chamber membership can support your business growth.
Booking not required – just drop in!
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce
Unit S1, Branstone Business Park, Branstone, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
