*Please note - this event has been postponed**

INFORMAL NETWORKING EVENT 
Wine Tasting with Albourne Vineyard at Ropetackle 

Fancy trying some locally made, award winning wines? We are hosting a brand new wine tasting event in collaboration with Ropetackle and Albourne Vineyard.

Albourne Estate is a family owned, award winning, Sussex vineyard and winery. They craft small quantities of still and sparkling English wine, using only their own sustainably grown grapes. Experts from Albourne Estate will be joining us, bringing 3 wines plus a mystery wine for you to try. There will also be some light bites. 

The event is for Chamber members and guests as well as Ropetackle's Business Friends, a great opportunity for you to widen your network whilst tasting a selection of delicious wines.  We are delighted to be jointly hosting the event with Ropetackle Arts Centre which has become established as one of the most vibrant community owned and run venues in the region

Date: Tuesday 28th June 
Time: 6pm
Venue: Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 5EG
Cost: Members: £18 + VAT
Non-members: £24 + VAT

Albourne Wine Estate was established in 2010 by husband and wife team and has rapidly established itself as an innovative and quality-led English wine producer at the forefront of this rapidly growing industry. 

Over the past 11 years they have established the vineyard, a winery and a stunning new Tasting Room.  From winning ‘UK Wine of the Year’ in 2015 with a Bacchus wine from the second ever harvest, the range, quality and reputation of Albourne Estate wines has grown to include traditional and charmat method sparkling wines, white and red still wines and one of the first English Vermouths.  

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Friday 8th July 
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Lancing Manor Leisure Centre, BN15 0PH
This event is free to attend

This event is kindly sponsored by Wall Bros Carpets & Flooring 

Wall Bros Carpets is your local award-winning flooring company. With shops in Worthing and Storrington, we offer a huge range of domestic and commercial flooring options for homes and businesses. We are part of the large ACG buying group which offers exclusive products and pricing to members, which we pass on to our customers. With over 60 years in the trade we know a thing or two about flooring so do feel free to ask our expert team when it comes to your flooring needs. We are proud winners of the 2017 Adur & Worthing Business Award for Best Small Business and the 2018 Award for Best Customer Service and we are also proud supporters of the Chamber and the local business community.

INFORMAL NETWORKING EVENT 
Summer Social

Celebrate the summer season with networking with a cocktail at the Libertine. A chance to unwind at the end of the day over a chilled cocktail (& hopefully some sunshine!) with a great bunch of local businesses. 

There will be a welcome cocktail included as well as a cash bar. 

Date: Wednesday 20th July
Time: 5pm - 7pm
Venue: The Libertine Social, Portland Road, Worthing BN11 1QN
Cost: Members: £10 + VAT
Non-members: £15 + VAT

Venue Partner: The Libertine Social

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Friday 12th August 
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Lancing Manor Leisure Centre, BN15 0PH
This event is free to attend

This event is kindly sponsored by Wall Bros Carpets & Flooring 

Wall Bros Carpets is your local award-winning flooring company. With shops in Worthing and Storrington, we offer a huge range of domestic and commercial flooring options for homes and businesses. We are part of the large ACG buying group which offers exclusive products and pricing to members, which we pass on to our customers. With over 60 years in the trade we know a thing or two about flooring so do feel free to ask our expert team when it comes to your flooring needs. We are proud winners of the 2017 Adur & Worthing Business Award for Best Small Business and the 2018 Award for Best Customer Service and we are also proud supporters of the Chamber and the local business community.

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Friday 9th September  
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Lancing Manor Leisure Centre, BN15 0PH
This event is free to attend

This event is kindly sponsored by Wall Bros Carpets & Flooring 

Wall Bros Carpets is your local award-winning flooring company. With shops in Worthing and Storrington, we offer a huge range of domestic and commercial flooring options for homes and businesses. We are part of the large ACG buying group which offers exclusive products and pricing to members, which we pass on to our customers. With over 60 years in the trade we know a thing or two about flooring so do feel free to ask our expert team when it comes to your flooring needs. We are proud winners of the 2017 Adur & Worthing Business Award for Best Small Business and the 2018 Award for Best Customer Service and we are also proud supporters of the Chamber and the local business community.

The Better Business Show 
Bigger, Better, Stronger - Together 

Register today for this packed day!

Join hundreds of likeminded local business owners at this year’s Worthing and Adur Better Business Show to meet, talk, laugh and prosper!

Here’s what you can look forward to on the day:

Be Represented - With over 100 exhibitors and 500 attendees, this is your opportunity to be visible at the biggest annual showcase of brilliant local businesses. There will be a huge selection of small, medium and large companies, from a wide range of industries. Take this amazing chance to represent yourself and your business and grow your connections across the local business community!

Be Developed – Don’t miss the incredible and inspirational  keynote speakers 

Be Connected – Get a head-start on the day by joining exhibitors and other attendees to meet, network and mingle over a pre-show breakfast. There will also be a fantastic speed networking session in the middle of the day. 

Be Supported – There are plenty of opportunities to access free business support from business experts in various fields and industries. Plus, why not take advantage of our new networking area whilst having some great conversations!

Be informed – A great occasion to discover more about what’s on your doorstep, find out about hundreds of local businesses and open up even more opportunities to shop local. Plus, your chance to meet the buyers from larger local companies and Adur & Worthing Council.

Be Promoted – Boost your profile and get to know your local business community! Don’t miss our speed networking session in the middle of the day. 

We still have a few stands available to exhibit at the show, click here to find out more.

As well as exhibiting, there are always plenty of other sponsorship opportunities available! We welcome your support and the opportunity for you to be promoted at the show. Contact lauren@worthingandadurchamber.co.uk for more information.

Date: Thursday 22nd September
Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm 
Venue: Worthing Leisure Centre, Shaftesbury Ave, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing BN12 4ET
This event is free to attend

Important information: Please be aware that the venue is a sports hall, therefore, the venue requests that stiletto heels (or anything sharp that could damage the floor) is avoided. 

Better Business Show stand bookings 

Stand bookings are now open! See below for the full list of packages. Once you have chosen your package please click the Register button to the left to book.

The Better Business Show will once again be held in the Main Hall at Worthing Leisure Centre.

Stand Packages:

Table and chairs: Please note, tables and chairs are only available as a pre order. We will not have access to any additional table and chairs on the day.  You can hire them when booking your stand, please see booking form.

Cancellation Policy:  Cancellations must be made by Thursday 11th August. After this point refunds will not be made for any stand bookings and any outstanding invoices must be paid in full.

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Friday 14th October   
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Lancing Manor Leisure Centre, BN15 0PH
This event is free to attend

This event is kindly sponsored by Wall Bros Carpets & Flooring 

Wall Bros Carpets is your local award-winning flooring company. With shops in Worthing and Storrington, we offer a huge range of domestic and commercial flooring options for homes and businesses. We are part of the large ACG buying group which offers exclusive products and pricing to members, which we pass on to our customers. With over 60 years in the trade we know a thing or two about flooring so do feel free to ask our expert team when it comes to your flooring needs. We are proud winners of the 2017 Adur & Worthing Business Award for Best Small Business and the 2018 Award for Best Customer Service and we are also proud supporters of the Chamber and the local business community.

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Friday 18th November
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Lancing Manor Leisure Centre, BN15 0PH
This event is free to attend

This event is kindly sponsored by Wall Bros Carpets & Flooring 

Wall Bros Carpets is your local award-winning flooring company. With shops in Worthing and Storrington, we offer a huge range of domestic and commercial flooring options for homes and businesses. We are part of the large ACG buying group which offers exclusive products and pricing to members, which we pass on to our customers. With over 60 years in the trade we know a thing or two about flooring so do feel free to ask our expert team when it comes to your flooring needs. We are proud winners of the 2017 Adur & Worthing Business Award for Best Small Business and the 2018 Award for Best Customer Service and we are also proud supporters of the Chamber and the local business community.

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Friday 9th December
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Lancing Manor Leisure Centre, BN15 0PH
This event is free to attend

This event is kindly sponsored by Wall Bros Carpets & Flooring 

Wall Bros Carpets is your local award-winning flooring company. With shops in Worthing and Storrington, we offer a huge range of domestic and commercial flooring options for homes and businesses. We are part of the large ACG buying group which offers exclusive products and pricing to members, which we pass on to our customers. With over 60 years in the trade we know a thing or two about flooring so do feel free to ask our expert team when it comes to your flooring needs. We are proud winners of the 2017 Adur & Worthing Business Award for Best Small Business and the 2018 Award for Best Customer Service and we are also proud supporters of the Chamber and the local business community.