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Hampshire Coming Together – May 2026

Member Offers

Free standard installation when you sign up to toob business broadband

Is your broadband letting you and your customers down? 

Your business and its customers deserve the fastest and most reliable broadband. With toob’s full-fibre network, your business will benefit from download speeds 12x faster and upload speeds 48x faster than the UK average with no slowdown at peak time.

Expires: 31/08/2026

20% Saving on Day Delegate Rate

  • Main meeting room hire
  • LCD projector and screen
  • Flipchart and stationery box
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi access
  • Still and sparkling water, cordials and sweets in the main meeting room
  • Unlimited tea and coffee
  • Chef’s morning and afternoon treat
  • Chef’s light buffet lunch
  • Free car parking for all delegates

Expires: 31/03/2026

Introductory meeting offer for members for up to 10 guests

  • A main meeting room
  • TV screen and flipchart
  • FREE internet access for all delegates for the duration of their stay
  • Mid-morning and mid-afternoon snack
  • Flexible lunch to choose from (your choice of dining venue)
  • Dedicated Event Manager on the day
  • Free Parking

Expires: 30/12/2026

10% off for Hampshire Chamber Members

We’re offering 10% off any project for chamber members. Whether you need a new website, better leads, stronger branding, or marketing that finally starts pulling its weight, it’s our way of helping local businesses grow without stretching budgets further than they need to.

Expires: 01/08/2033

Master Class – “The Cuban Approach”-The art of letting go-Tools for those carrying the invisible burden of grief, loss or trauma
Date: 26/05/2026 13:00 – 16:00
Venue: Chawton House, The Billiards Room, Gosport Road, Hampshire GU34 1SJ

A perfect and meaningful day out for you and a friend during the week following the May Bank Holiday

In the house of Jane Austen’s brother, where Jane went to read and create some of her characters, we limit the group to only eight people. This is not a lecture – it is a deeply personal exploration we each make in private, using new practical tools to move forward with confidence and deal better with the past.

The Cuban Approach -The full toolkit to deal with past loss, grief, betrayal, or trauma
Date: 27/05/2026 10:00 – 15:00
Venue: CHawton House, The Billiards Room, Gosport Road, Hampshire GU34 1SJ

This is the final session in a series that offers a diverse range of perspectives and tool for coping with unresolved past loss, grief, sadness and betrayal. Today’s work is drawn from what Paquita learned on the backroads of Cuba during a “month with no plan” travels.

Fareham: Find innovation and new revenue hidden in plain sight.
Date: 01/06/2026 13:30 – 16:30
Venue: Fareham Innovation Centre, 4 Meteor Way, Fareham, Lee-onSolent PO13 9FU

Tools to find and foster innovation in your organisation and with your team.

An introduction to the key elements of improving your bottom line.

The tools to achieve significant results in 3 hours, with what you already have.

Farnborough- Innovation audit – new revenue & savings from what you already do
Date: 05/06/2026 10:00 – 16:00
Venue: Rushmoor Borough Council, Montgmoery Room, Farnborough Rd, Farnborough, GU14 7JU

A 5-hour intensive working session that will guide you to discover new revenue opportunities and savings in what you already do.

This session is a progression from the Master Class – with different tools and content and everything included. It show how to review the assets within your organisation and learn how to link and leverage them to seize new opportunities, mitigate oncoming risk, and refine your value proposition.

Let’s talk mindfulness with Solent Mind
Dates: 09/06/2026 13:00 – 13:30
Venue: online

‘Mindfulness’ is a term most of us have heard, but what does it really mean? In this 30-minute taster session, Solent Mind’s training team will explore what mindfulness is and how it can help.

You’ll learn simple techniques to use in everyday life to promote mindfulness and support your mental health.

National Oceanography Centre Open Day 2026
Date: 14/06/2026 10:00 – 17:00
Venue: National Oceanography Centre, Southampton, SO14 3ZH

Set sail on a voyage of discovery at the National Oceanography Centre Open Day

NOC will be opening the doors to its Southampton-based centre, offering a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes at the UK’s leading organisation for ocean research.

Tickets for the event are free – with registration opening in April.

Gimme 5! 5 Ways to Wellbeing with Solent Mind
Dates: 09/07/2026 12:30 – 13:00
Venue: online

Looking for simple ways to boost your wellbeing? In this free 30-minute session, Solent Mind’s training team will introduce the 5 Ways to Wellbeing – five evidence-based actions that can help improve mental health and wellbeing in everyday life.

You’ll explore how to:

  • Connect with others to build relationships
  • Be active to support your physical and mental health
  • Take notice and be present in the moment
  • Keep learning to boost confidence and self-esteem
  • Give to others to create a sense of purpose

Member News

One2create Launches AI Sales & Support Assistant for Hampshire Businesses

One2create has launched a new AI Sales & Support Assistant, designed to help businesses respond to enquiries faster, improve customer experience, and convert more website visitors into qualified leads.

HSDC Confirmed as the Top Performing College in South Hampshire for Apprenticeships

HSDC has been confirmed as the top performing Further Education college for Apprenticeships in South Hampshire, following the publication of its 2024/25 Apprenticeship Quality Achievement Rate (QAR).

Accountants HWB choose Sophie’s Legacy as charity of the year

The founder of a charity that provides vital support to families with children admitted to hospital has thanked a Hampshire accountancy firm for its help.

Charlotte Fairall said she was ‘deeply grateful’ that staff at chartered accountants and business advisors HWB have voted to make Sophie’s Legacy their charity of the year.

Founded in memory of Charlotte’s daughter Sophie who died of cancer at age ten, the charity focuses on making the lived experience of hospital better for child patients and their visiting families.

Vote Wild! Prize Fund Sponsorship

This summer, Marwell Zoo is launching Vote Wild, a fun and engaging initiative that gives visitors and supporters a say in how funds are invested across the zoo. From animal care and veterinary expertise to plants, landscapes and habitats, Vote Wild celebrates the teams who help Marwell Zoo – and the animals in our care – thrive every day.

Make Waves for Marwell’s Pengins!

Marwell Wildlife has teamed up with World of Swimming to ‘Make Waves for Marwell’s Penguins’, inviting young swimmers and their families to take part in a fun and meaningful challenge.

Humboldt penguins are built for life in the water. They are streamlined, powerful swimmers that use their flipper-like wings to ‘fly’ through the water. In the wild, they often swim against ocean currents as they hunt and explore – helping to keep them strong, active and healthy.

Rowans Hospice launches “Moments & Memories” appeal and summer remembrance event to support vital end-of-life care

Rowans Hospice is inviting the community to unite behind its “Moments & Memories” appeal, a moving initiative inspired by the meaningful moments, lasting memories, and compassionate care that define end-of-life support.

Every day, Rowans Hospice supports patients and their families through some of life’s most challenging and emotional moments. Whether it’s holding a hand in the final hours, helping someone remain at home surrounded by loved ones, or offering comfort to those facing loss, the Hospice is there when it matters most.

Become a Trustee of the Blue Lamp Trust

The Blue Lamp Trust is seeking to appoint new Trustees in 2026 to strengthen Board capability and support future growth. The Trust is particularly interested in candidates with:

  • Experience in local community organisations or supporting vulnerable people
  • Skills in HR, finance, marketing, fundraising, IT and general corporate law

Priority will be given to those with experience in Finance and Legal to support current vacancies on the board, however we welcome applications from anyone with an interest in supporting the charity.

LOCALiQ Wins Standout SEO Agency of the Year Award

LOCALiQ which includes the Southern Daily Echo and Hampshire Chronicle news brands, has been named Standout SEO Agency of the Year at the 2026 UK Digital Excellence Awards, further cementing its reputation as one of the UK’s leading digital marketing agencies.

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