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Networking Events & Training 

We host a wide range of events designed to foster networking, collaboration, and professional development. From structured business breakfasts and informative sessions with local MPs to more relaxed gatherings, there’s something for everyone.

Non-members are welcome to attend up to three events to explore the value the Chamber provides, simply book your first event below. 

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    • 30 June 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Worthing Hockey Club, The Angmering School, Station Road, Angmering BN16 4HH
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    NETWORKING EVENT 
    Joint Networking with Arun, Worthing & Adur 

    We’re thrilled to be bringing back another event in partnership with Arun Business Partnership, to help you build stronger business connections along the coast. It’s a great opportunity to connect with the business community across Arun, Worthing and Adur, widen your network and discover shared opportunities along the coast.

    Date: Tuesday 30th June 5pm – 7pm
    Venue: Worthing Hockey Club, The Angmering School, Station Road, Angmering BN16 4HH
    In partnership with: Worthing & Adur Chamber and Arun Business Partnership
    This event is free to attend 

    • 01 July 2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Town Hall, Worthing

    AI: What It Means for Your Work, Your Business, and What Comes Next

    This JulyWorthingDigital and The Worthing & Adur Chamber of Commerce present "AI: What It Means for Your Work, Your Business, and What Comes Next", supported by Adur & Worthing Councils.

    We’ll bring you two practical talks and a panel discussion exploring what AI really means for your work and your business right now.

    Date: Wednesday 1st July
    Time: 7pm - 8.30pm
    Venue: Town Hall Worthing

    To book your place please visit : AI: What It Means for Your Work, Your Business, and What Comes Next – SussexDigital

    AI for Small Business — Practical Tools You Can Use This Week. Anjani Sharma – AI Transformers

    If you’ve been hearing a lot about AI but aren’t quite sure what it actually means for your business, this session is for you. It takes a straightforward, no-nonsense look at how SMEs are already using AI to save time, improve customer experience, and grow without adding headcount. With live demos, practical tools, and a simple framework to help you get started, you’ll leave with ideas you can actually use, not just theory.

    Will AI Take Your Job? Dominic Messenger – Technology Matters

    AI is already changing how we work, but not always in the ways people expect. This session takes a straight-talking look at what’s actually happening on the ground, from freelancers and small teams using AI to extend their reach, through to the bigger shifts in how organisations make decisions and manage risk. It’s practical, honest, and designed to leave you with a clearer sense of where you fit in an AI-shaped world.

    Panel Discussion

    Our speakers Anjani and Dominic will be joined by Simon Millier, Head of Technology & Design at Adur and Worthing Councils and Mark Ford, WorthingDigital founder and Digital Transformation Consultant, to answer your questions on AI and how it will affect you.

    Our Speakers:

    Anjani is an AI consultant and founder of AI Transformers, a Brighton-based consultancy specialising in AI adoption, voice and chat automation, and workflow integration for small and medium-sized businesses. With hands-on expertise across AI product development, no-code implementation, and intelligent voice agents, Anjani helps organisations identify practical, high-impact AI solutions tailored to their needs.

    Dominic Messenger is a technology leader and data platform architect with over two decades of experience delivering large-scale data and cloud programmes across public and private sectors. He has led national-scale initiatives, designing and implementing platforms that integrate complex data landscapes and support critical operations. As founder of multiple organisations, he focuses on building data capability within organisations, not dependency on external providers. His work increasingly centres on creating AI-ready data foundations, enabling organisations to adopt advanced analytics and AI safely and effectively while improving decision-making, reducing risk, and accelerating the path from data to insight.

    Doors open at 18:30, talks will begin at 19:00

    WorthingDigital is part of SussexDigital

    Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed. 


    • 02 July 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Online
    Register

    CHAMBER EVENT
    Top Tips for an award winning entry -
    Adur & Worthing Business Awards

    Thinking of entering the Adur & Worthing Business Awards?

    Come along and hear top tips for entering the business awards. A Business Award judge will be joining us to talk through what an award winning application looks like. 

    This will also be the perfect opportunity for you to ask any questions you have regarding entering the awards.  

    Date: Thursday 2nd July 
    Time:
    10:00am - 11:00am
    Venue: This session will be held online  

    This event is free to attend

    • 03 July 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    Register

    First Friday Networking

    Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

    First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

    These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

    Date: Friday 3rd July 
    Time:
    12:30pm - 2:00pm 
    Venue:
    The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    This event is free to attend

    Register in advance to let us know you're coming

    • 09 July 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • QE 11 Room, The Shoreham Centre, 2 Pond Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5WU
    Register

    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. 

    We look forward to seeing you there!

    Date: Thursday 9th July
    Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
    Venue:   QE 11 Room, The Shoreham Centre, 2 Pond Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5WU
    This event is free to attend

    Non-members  - We encourage you to give us a try, you are welcome to attend 3 events before we ask that you join so you enjoy the full benefits the Chamber offers. 

    Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed. 

    Event kindly sponsored by Blue Billboard 

    The Largest Independent Screen Company In the South East.

    Our fast-expanding digital network reaches over 12 million real consumers every month. Spanning towns across the South East of England.

    High-definition screens in high footfall premium locations. Situated in towns with very little digital outdoor and consumer media. We continue to deliver high recall to real consumers on the go.

    Trusted by local, national and global businesses to be a media partner that delivers. We serve timely messages to consumers while they shop and, in the mood, to buy. We are the perfect home for all campaigns, be it to buy in store or direct to the home. With all the major brands within a stone’s throw from our advertising screens – it’s perfect for point of sale and in store promotions.


    • 17 July 2026
    • 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Tottington Manor, Edburton Road Henfield, West Sussex BN5 9LJ
    • 37
    Register

    NETWORKING EVENT 
    Networking Breakfast - Update from the new Leader of Worthing Borough Council

    Join us for an exclusive update with Councillor Caroline Baxter, the newly elected Leader of Worthing Borough Council. This is a valuable opportunity for local businesses to hear first-hand about the council’s priorities for the town, including support for the local economy and preparing Worthing for upcoming changes in local government. 

    The session will provide a platform to engage directly with the Leader, ask questions, raise key issues and share your views on how we can work together to support a thriving business community in Worthing.

    Date: Friday 17th July 
    Time: 7:30am - 9:00am
    Venue:  Tottington Manor, Edburton Road Henfield, West Sussex BN5 9LJ
    Cost: Members: £20 + VAT | Non-Members: £28 + VAT
    To include a choice of breakfast as well as tea and coffee

    Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made one week in advance of the event. 

    Please note, there will be photography at this event



    • 07 August 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    Register

    First Friday Networking

    Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

    First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

    These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

    Date: Friday 7th August
    Time:
    12:30pm - 2:00pm 
    Venue:
    The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    This event is free to attend

    Register in advance to let us know you're coming

    • 03 September 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • QE 11 Room, The Shoreham Centre, 2 Pond Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5WU
    Register

    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. 

    We look forward to seeing you there!

    Date: Thursday 3rd September
    Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
    Venue:   QE 11 Room, The Shoreham Centre, 2 Pond Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5WU
    This event is free to attend

    Non-members  - We encourage you to give us a try, you are welcome to attend 3 events before we ask that you join so you enjoy the full benefits the Chamber offers. 

    Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed. 

    Event kindly sponsored by Blue Billboard 

    The Largest Independent Screen Company In the South East.

    Our fast-expanding digital network reaches over 12 million real consumers every month. Spanning towns across the South East of England.

    High-definition screens in high footfall premium locations. Situated in towns with very little digital outdoor and consumer media. We continue to deliver high recall to real consumers on the go.

    Trusted by local, national and global businesses to be a media partner that delivers. We serve timely messages to consumers while they shop and, in the mood, to buy. We are the perfect home for all campaigns, be it to buy in store or direct to the home. With all the major brands within a stone’s throw from our advertising screens – it’s perfect for point of sale and in store promotions.



    • 04 September 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    Register

    First Friday Networking

    Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

    First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

    These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

    Date: Friday 4th September 
    Time:
    12:30pm - 2:00pm 
    Venue:
    The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    This event is free to attend

    Register in advance to let us know you're coming

    • 08 September 2026
    • 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    • BizSpace Littlehampton, Courtwick Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 7TL
    Register

    NETWORKING EVENT
    Coffee & Connections at BizSpace

    Join us for a relaxed networking morning in partnership with BizSpace. This informal event brings together BizSpace tenants and Chamber members for an easy-going chance to connect, chat, and share ideas over tea, coffee, and pastries.

    There’s no set agenda or presentations, just time and space to meet new contacts, catch up with familiar faces and start conversations that might lead to future collaboration. 

    Date: Tuesday 8th September 
    Time: 7:30am - 9:00am
    Venue: BizSpace Littlehampton, Courtwick Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 7TL
    This event is free to attend

    • 17 September 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Worthing Leisure Centre, Shaftesbury Ave, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing BN12 4ET
    Register

    The Better Business Show 

    Bigger, Better, Stronger - Together 
    Register today for this packed day!

    Join the region’s must‑attend business event and meet hundreds of local decision‑makers, business owners and professionals, all under one roof.

    Attendance is FREE so register now and be part of Worthing’s biggest B2B showcase.

    The Better Business Show is the region’s must‑attend showcase of brilliant local businesses  your chance to meet and network with business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals. 

    Whether you’re launching, scaling or simply staying visible, this is the one date to have in your diary. Come along, discover what’s on your doorstep and explore a brillant range of local businesses ,a great way to find new suppliers, services and ideas. 

    Show up, be visible and strengthen your local presence. With hundreds of engaged attendees and a buzzing exhibition hall, it’s a powerful way to raise your profile simply by being in the room.

    Date: Thursday 17th September
    Time: 10am - 3pm 
    Venue: Worthing Leisure Centre, Shaftesbury Ave, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing 
    This event is free to attend 


    Please note there will be photography at this event

    • 17 September 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Worthing Leisure Centre, Shaftesbury Avenue, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing BN12 4ET
    Register

    BETTER BUSINESS SHOW
    Stand Bookings 

    For 12 years, the Worthing & Adur Chamber B2B Expo has built a reputation as the go to event for local businesses. With buzzing footfall, high quality networking and unbeatable stand prices. It's your opportunity to get seen, get connected and grow.

    Whether you're launching, scaling, or simply want to stay visible, our business exhibition puts you in front of the right people. This event is a powerful opportunity to grow your visibility, build local partnerships, and connect with new customers.

    Prize Freeze: We are pleased to announce that this year the Better Business Show stands are on a price freeze. Meaning we haven't increased any of the stand prices this year, in order to support businesses, especially during these tricky times! 


    Stand Packages:
    Early bird rate closes 19th June 2026 


    All Stand packages include:

    • Feature in pre-event marketing 
    • Online exhibitor listings & links 
    • Printed show guide listing 
    • Social media shoutouts
    • Media pack for exhibitor promotion 
    • Free lunch delivered to your stand 
    • Free tea, coffee and water

    Sponsorship Opportunities
    There are plenty of sponsorship opportunities for this exciting exhibition. Get involved and get extra exposure for your business.

    Headline Sponsor: £3500 + VAT
    Show Sponsors: £750 + VAT
    For more information please email
    lauren@worthingandadurchamber.co.uk

    Table, chairs & electricity: Please note, tables, chairs and electricity 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: All cancellations must be submitted in writing to the organisers Worthing and Adur Chamber of Commerce and Industry Limited. In the event of cancellation by an exhibitor the cancellation fees are as follows:

    • 30% if you cancel 6 months before the event
    • 70% if you cancel 3 months before the event
    • 100% if you cancel 6 weeks before the event
    • 02 October 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    Register

    First Friday Networking

    Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

    First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

    These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

    Date: Friday 2nd October 
    Time:
    12:30pm - 2:00pm 
    Venue:
    The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    This event is free to attend

    Register in advance to let us know you're coming

    • 08 October 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • QE 11 Room, The Shoreham Centre, 2 Pond Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5WU
    Register

    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. 

    We look forward to seeing you there!

    Date: Thursday 8th October
    Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
    Venue:   QE 11 Room, The Shoreham Centre, 2 Pond Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5WU
    This event is free to attend

    Non-members  - We encourage you to give us a try, you are welcome to attend 3 events before we ask that you join so you enjoy the full benefits the Chamber offers. 

    Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed. 


    • 23 October 2026
    • 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Ropetackle Arts Centre, Little High Street, Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, BN43 5EG

    NETWORKING EVENT 
    Networking Breakfast  

    Topic TBC - bookings opening soon!

    Date: Friday 23rd October
    Time: 7:30am - 9:00am
    Venue:  Ropetackle Arts Centre, Little High Street, Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, BN43 5EG

    Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made one week in advance of the event. 

    Please note, there will be photography at this event


    • 06 November 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    Register

    First Friday Networking

    Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

    First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

    These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

    Date: Friday 6th November 
    Time:
    12:30pm - 2:00pm 
    Venue:
    The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    This event is free to attend

    Register in advance to let us know you're coming

    • 12 November 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • QE 11 Room, The Shoreham Centre, 2 Pond Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5WU
    Register

    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. 

    We look forward to seeing you there!

    Date: Thursday 12th November 
    Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
    Venue:   QE 11 Room, The Shoreham Centre, 2 Pond Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5WU
    This event is free to attend

    Non-members  - We encourage you to give us a try, you are welcome to attend 3 events before we ask that you join so you enjoy the full benefits the Chamber offers. 

    Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed. 


    • 27 November 2026
    • 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    • TBC

    NETWORKING EVENT 
    Networking Breakfast  

    Topic & Venue TBC - bookings opening soon!

    Date: Friday 27th November
    Time: 7:30am - 9:00am
    Venue:  TBC


    Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made one week in advance of the event. 

    Please note, there will be photography at this event



    • 04 December 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    Register

    First Friday Networking

    Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

    First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

    These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

    Date: Friday 4th December 
    Time:
    12:30pm - 2:00pm 
    Venue:
    The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
    This event is free to attend

    Register in advance to let us know you're coming

    • 10 December 2026
    • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    • QE 11 Room, The Shoreham Centre, 2 Pond Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5WU
    Register

    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. 

    We look forward to seeing you there!

    Date: Thursday 10th December 
    Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
    Venue:   QE 11 Room, The Shoreham Centre, 2 Pond Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5WU
    This event is free to attend

    Non-members  - We encourage you to give us a try, you are welcome to attend 3 events before we ask that you join so you enjoy the full benefits the Chamber offers. 

    Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed. 


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