
IW Chamber Networking Events
You’ll need to reserve your place in advance for any of our events. If there’s a charge for the event you’ll pay in advance via Paypal. To book on any of our events please click on the relevant link which will take you to the online booking process.
These events are for Chamber members only unless otherwise specified.
august
06aug1:00 pm4:00 pmIW Chamber Cowes Week BBQ & Drinks with Red Squirrel Property Shop
Event Details
Wednesday 6 August 2025 Island Sailing Club, Cowes 1.00pm - 4.00pm IW Chamber members - £75 +vat per person Join us for an informal networking afternoon overlooking the sailing at Cowes Week. Soak up
Event Details
Wednesday 6 August 2025
Island Sailing Club, Cowes
1.00pm – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members – £75 +vat per person
Join us for an informal networking afternoon overlooking the sailing at Cowes Week. Soak up the atmosphere with an open bar including Mermaid Gin, Mermaid Rum and Fever Tree. The food menu includes IOW burgers, sausages and other local produce.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Island Sailing Club
Island Sailing Club, 70 High Street, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7RE
20aug1:00 pm4:00 pmMembers-only tour of Vestas’ Island Facilities
Event Details
Discover the future of energy production - join the Chamber for an exclusive, members-only tour of Vestas’ Island Facilities. Members will have a guided tour of cutting-edge wind turbines production,
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Discover the future of energy production – join the Chamber for an exclusive, members-only tour of Vestas’ Island Facilities. Members will have a guided tour of cutting-edge wind turbines production, and the chance to learn about Vestas’ innovative technology, its connection to the Island, and its global impact – with time for a Q&A session. Discover how renewable energy is shaping the future, and gain valuable insights into an industry that’s driving change towards net zero. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore a world leader in sustainable energy.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Vestas
Stag Lane, Newport. PO30 5TR
september
05sep7:30 am9:00 amNetworking Breakfast at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
Event Details
Friday 5 September 2025 Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, Sandown 7.30am – 9.00am IW Chamber Members – £18 per person Non-Members – £36 per person Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary,
Event Details
Friday 5 September 2025
Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, Sandown
7.30am – 9.00am
IW Chamber Members – £18 per person
Non-Members – £36 per person
Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, in the newly built bear facility, with a hot breakfast and a great start to the business day, networking with other Chamber members
Booking coming soon!
Time
(Friday) 7:30 am - 9:00 am
Location
Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
Yaverland Road, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 8QB
10sep9:00 am11:00 amNetworking Brunch at Pinnacle Suites

Event Details
Networking Brunch at Pinnacle Suites Wednesday 10th September 2025 Pinnacle Suites, Cowes 9.00am – 11.00am IW Chamber Members – £20 per person Non-Members – £40 per person An ideal opportunity for informal networking at Pinnacle Suites.
Event Details
Networking Brunch at Pinnacle Suites
Wednesday 10th September 2025
Pinnacle Suites, Cowes
9.00am – 11.00am
IW Chamber Members – £20 per person
Non-Members – £40 per person
An ideal opportunity for informal networking at Pinnacle Suites. 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.
After Brunch, attendees will have the opportunity to take a tour of the hotel.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Pinnacle Suites
104A High St, Cowes PO31 7AT
17sep3:30 pm5:00 pmCoffee and Cake Networking
Event Details
Wednesday 17 September 2025 Caffe Isola, Newport 3.30pm - 5.00pm IW Chamber members - FREE Non-Members - £10 Join us for free, informal networking and a superb way to meet other members. A mid-week, late
Event Details
Wednesday 17 September 2025
Caffe Isola, Newport
3.30pm – 5.00pm
IW Chamber members – FREE
Non-Members – £10
Join us for free, informal networking and a superb way to meet other members. A mid-week, late afternoon opportunity to catch up with other members over hot drinks and something sweet.
Time
(Wednesday) 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Caffe Isola
85A St James' St, Newport, PO30 1LG
october
03oct7:30 am9:00 amNetworking Breakfast at The Fishbourne
Event Details
Friday 3 October 2025 The Fishbourne, Fishbourne 7.30am – 9.00am IW Chamber Members – £18 per person Non-Members – £36 per person Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at The Fishbourne, with a hot
Event Details
Friday 3 October 2025
The Fishbourne, Fishbourne
7.30am – 9.00am
IW Chamber Members – £18 per person
Non-Members – £36 per person
Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at The Fishbourne, with a hot breakfast and a great start to the business day, networking with other Chamber members. We will be sitting outside for this event if the weather is fine.
Booking coming soon!
Time
(Friday) 7:30 am - 9:00 am
Location
The Fishbourne
111 Fishbourne Lane, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 4EU
14oct12:00 pm2:00 pmNetworking with our Neighbours
Event Details
Tuesday 14 October 2025 Solent Views, Hovertravel, Ryde 11.45am - 1.45pm IW Chamber Members - £17+vat per person We are delighted to invite you to join us at Hovertravel, for the unmissable cross-Solent networking
Event Details
Tuesday 14 October 2025
Solent Views, Hovertravel, Ryde
11.45am – 1.45pm
IW Chamber Members – £17+vat per person
We are delighted to invite you to join us at Hovertravel, for the unmissable cross-Solent networking session: Networking with the Neighbours.
Hosted in collaboration with Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, this is a great opportunity of new contacts in a short time, expand your business, and most importantly, have a blast while doing so!
This is a new event for IW Chamber, but has been a success for Hampshire CoC when they have worked with other neighbouring Chambers. We aim to bring together companies from all sectors and sizes to enable them to explore new business opportunities and provide many new contacts. This event will offer you the opportunity to network with likeminded businesspeople across the two counties over networking and the unmissable opportunity to tour the ins and outs of a hovercraft, provided by the Captain!
Come along and give it a try; bring plenty of business cards for sharing and make sure to arrive nice and early… You won’t be disappointed!
Booking will be available soon!
Time
(Tuesday) 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location
Solent Views, Hovertravel
Solent Views, Hovertravel, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 2HB
november
07nov7:30 am9:00 amNetworking Breakfast at The Seaview Hotel
Event Details
Friday 7 November 2025 The Seaview Hotel, Seaview 7.30am – 9.00am IW Chamber Members – £18 per person Non-Members – £36 per person Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at The Seaview Hotel, with
Event Details
Friday 7 November 2025
The Seaview Hotel, Seaview
7.30am – 9.00am
IW Chamber Members – £18 per person
Non-Members – £36 per person
Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at The Seaview Hotel, with a hot breakfast and a great start to the business day, networking with other Chamber members.
Booking coming soon!
Time
(Friday) 7:30 am - 9:00 am
Location
The Fishbourne
111 Fishbourne Lane, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 4EU
13nov11:30 am2:00 pmBusiness Lunch with The Bank Of England
Event Details
Thursday 13 November 2025 Isle of Wight College, Newport 11.30am - 2.00pm IW Chamber Members - £20 per person Get the inside track on the UK economy from the Bank of England, as we
Event Details
Thursday 13 November 2025
Isle of Wight College, Newport
11.30am – 2.00pm
IW Chamber Members – £20 per person
Get the inside track on the UK economy from the Bank of England, as we welcome guest speaker Florence Hubert for our annual IW Chamber briefing. Florence will outline projections for economic growth and inflation as well as taking questions from members. Make the most of this exclusive opportunity to hear expert insight into economic policy at the UK’s central bank. Our 2 course lunch will be prepared by the talented professional cookery students at the Isle of Wight College.
Booking Coming Soon!
Time
(Thursday) 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Isle of Wight College
Newport
19nov9:00 am11:00 amNetworking Brunch at Isle of Wight College
Event Details
Wednesday 19 November 2025 IW College Restaurant, Newport 9.00am - 11.00am IW Chamber Members - £20 per person Non-Members - £40 per person An ideal opportunity for informal networking at The Isle of Wight College.
Event Details
Wednesday 19 November 2025
IW College Restaurant, Newport
9.00am – 11.00am
IW Chamber Members – £20 per person
Non-Members – £40 per person
An ideal opportunity for informal networking at The Isle of Wight College. 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.
Our brunch will be prepared by the talented professional cookery students at the Isle of Wight College.
Booking Coming Soon!
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Isle of Wight College
Newport
Events
august
06aug1:00 pm4:00 pmIW Chamber Cowes Week BBQ & Drinks with Red Squirrel Property Shop
Event Details
Wednesday 6 August 2025 Island Sailing Club, Cowes 1.00pm - 4.00pm IW Chamber members - £75 +vat per person Join us for an informal networking afternoon overlooking the sailing at Cowes Week. Soak up
Event Details
Wednesday 6 August 2025
Island Sailing Club, Cowes
1.00pm – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members – £75 +vat per person
Join us for an informal networking afternoon overlooking the sailing at Cowes Week. Soak up the atmosphere with an open bar including Mermaid Gin, Mermaid Rum and Fever Tree. The food menu includes IOW burgers, sausages and other local produce.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Island Sailing Club
Island Sailing Club, 70 High Street, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7RE
11aug9:00 am4:00 pmEmergency First Aid at Work Course – Delivered by Good Skills Training - August
Event Details
Monday 11 August 2025 YMCA, Shanklin 9.00am – 4.00pm IW Chamber members - £78 +vat per person This one-day course is designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to help those that
Event Details
Monday 11 August 2025
YMCA, Shanklin
9.00am – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members – £78 +vat per person
This one-day course is designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to help those that have become unconscious, and those with minor injuries. The Emergency First Aid at Work Course also looks at the responsibilities of the Emergency First Aider. On successfully completing this course, attendees will be confident, safe, prompt and effective emergency first aider.
£78 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
This course is delivered by Good Skills Training.
Time
(Monday) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU
20aug1:00 pm4:00 pmMembers-only tour of Vestas’ Island Facilities
Event Details
Discover the future of energy production - join the Chamber for an exclusive, members-only tour of Vestas’ Island Facilities. Members will have a guided tour of cutting-edge wind turbines production,
Event Details
Discover the future of energy production – join the Chamber for an exclusive, members-only tour of Vestas’ Island Facilities. Members will have a guided tour of cutting-edge wind turbines production, and the chance to learn about Vestas’ innovative technology, its connection to the Island, and its global impact – with time for a Q&A session. Discover how renewable energy is shaping the future, and gain valuable insights into an industry that’s driving change towards net zero. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore a world leader in sustainable energy.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Vestas
Stag Lane, Newport. PO30 5TR
september
05sep7:30 am9:00 amNetworking Breakfast at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
Event Details
Friday 5 September 2025 Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, Sandown 7.30am – 9.00am IW Chamber Members – £18 per person Non-Members – £36 per person Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary,
Event Details
Friday 5 September 2025
Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, Sandown
7.30am – 9.00am
IW Chamber Members – £18 per person
Non-Members – £36 per person
Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, in the newly built bear facility, with a hot breakfast and a great start to the business day, networking with other Chamber members
Booking coming soon!
Time
(Friday) 7:30 am - 9:00 am
Location
Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
Yaverland Road, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 8QB
10sep9:00 am11:00 amNetworking Brunch at Pinnacle Suites

Event Details
Networking Brunch at Pinnacle Suites Wednesday 10th September 2025 Pinnacle Suites, Cowes 9.00am – 11.00am IW Chamber Members – £20 per person Non-Members – £40 per person An ideal opportunity for informal networking at Pinnacle Suites.
Event Details
Networking Brunch at Pinnacle Suites
Wednesday 10th September 2025
Pinnacle Suites, Cowes
9.00am – 11.00am
IW Chamber Members – £20 per person
Non-Members – £40 per person
An ideal opportunity for informal networking at Pinnacle Suites. 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.
After Brunch, attendees will have the opportunity to take a tour of the hotel.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Pinnacle Suites
104A High St, Cowes PO31 7AT
Event Details
Monday 15 September - 16 September 2025 YMCA, Shanklin 9.00am – 4.00pm IW Chamber members - £92 +vat per person The Paediatric First Aid Course is a comprehensive, two-day course designed for
Event Details
Monday 15 September – 16 September 2025
YMCA, Shanklin
9.00am – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members – £92 +vat per person
The Paediatric First Aid Course is a comprehensive, two-day course designed for those that work with children in an early-years setting. This first aid course is the one required under the Early Years Framework, to meet the legal requirements of settings for first aid provision. Under this legislation you must have a paediatric first aider available whenever children are present and, on any trips, or outings. On successfully completing this course, attendees will be confident, safe, prompt and effective paediatric first aiders.
Instructions
£92 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
This course is delivered by Good Skills Training.
Time
15 (Monday) 9:00 am - 16 (Tuesday) 4:00 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU
17sep3:30 pm5:00 pmCoffee and Cake Networking
Event Details
Wednesday 17 September 2025 Caffe Isola, Newport 3.30pm - 5.00pm IW Chamber members - FREE Non-Members - £10 Join us for free, informal networking and a superb way to meet other members. A mid-week, late
Event Details
Wednesday 17 September 2025
Caffe Isola, Newport
3.30pm – 5.00pm
IW Chamber members – FREE
Non-Members – £10
Join us for free, informal networking and a superb way to meet other members. A mid-week, late afternoon opportunity to catch up with other members over hot drinks and something sweet.
Time
(Wednesday) 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Caffe Isola
85A St James' St, Newport, PO30 1LG
Event Details
Monday 22 September 2025 YMCA, Shanklin 9.00am – 4.00pm IW Chamber members - £78 +vat per person This one-day course is designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to help those that
Event Details
Monday 22 September 2025
YMCA, Shanklin
9.00am – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members – £78 +vat per person
This one-day course is designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to help those that have become unconscious, and those with minor injuries. The Emergency First Aid at Work Course also looks at the responsibilities of the Emergency First Aider. On successfully completing this course, attendees will be confident, safe, prompt and effective emergency first aider.
£78 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
This course is delivered by Good Skills Training.
Time
(Monday) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU
Event Details
Monday 22 September - 24 September 2025 YMCA, Shanklin 9.00am – 4.00pm IW Chamber members - £180 +vat per person The First Aid at Work Course is a comprehensive, three-day course designed to give
Event Details
Monday 22 September – 24 September 2025
YMCA, Shanklin
9.00am – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members – £180 +vat per person
The First Aid at Work Course is a comprehensive, three-day course designed to give learners the knowledge, skills and confidence to help in most first aid situations found in the workplace. The First Aid at Work Course also looks at the responsibilities of the first aider. On successfully completing this course, attendees will be confident, safe, prompt and effective first aiders.
£180 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
This course is delivered by Good Skills Training.
Time
22 (Monday) 9:00 am - 24 (Wednesday) 4:00 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU
25sep9:30 am4:00 pmRed Funnel Business Start Up Course
Event Details
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
Event Details
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.
To book a place on the course please click here.
Time
(Thursday) 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce
Unit S1, Branstone Business Park, Branstone, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
29sep9:00 am12:30 pmFire Marshal Course – Delivered by Good Skills Training - September
Event Details
Monday 29 September 2025 YMCA, Shanklin 9.00am – 12.30pm IW Chamber members - £68 +vat per person This Fire Marshal Course, delivered by Good Skills Training is a half day course designed specifically
Event Details
Monday 29 September 2025
YMCA, Shanklin
9.00am – 12.30pm
IW Chamber members – £68 +vat per person
This Fire Marshal Course, delivered by Good Skills Training is a half day course designed specifically for those who have been designated with the responsibilities of Fire Marshal or Fire Warden. The course will look at the legal responsibilities of both the company and the individual. By the end of this course learners will understand what their duties as a fire marshal are.
£68 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
This course is delivered by Good Skills Training.
Time
(Monday) 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU
Event Details
Monday 30 September 2025 YMCA, Shanklin 9.00am – 5.00pm IW Chamber members - £99 +vat per person With an increase in poor mental health it is important that individuals understand their own mental health
Event Details
Monday 30 September 2025
YMCA, Shanklin
9.00am – 5.00pm
IW Chamber members – £99 +vat per person
With an increase in poor mental health it is important that individuals understand their own mental health and how common mental health concerns can be identified in themselves and others, with strategies to reduce the risk. The QNUK Level 2 Award in Mental Health at Work is the ideal introduction to understanding mental health in the workplace. The qualification covers the most common mental health conditions, how to identify potential mental health concerns in colleagues and then how to discuss their needs and assist them to access suitable services and support.
£99 +VAT per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
This course is delivered by Good Skills Training.
Time
(Tuesday) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU