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Island Business September / October 2025
Events
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01dec9:00 am5:00 pmMental Health First Aid (Ofqual regulated) – Delivered by Good Skills Training
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Monday 1 December 2025 Unit S5 Branstone Business Park, Branstone Farm Lane, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ 9.00am – 5.00pm IW Chamber members - £99 +vat per person With an increase in poor
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Monday 1 December 2025
Unit S5 Branstone Business Park, Branstone Farm Lane, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
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
(Monday) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU
03dec1:00 pm3:30 pmGo for Growth - Automation & productivity tools
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Go for Growth - Automation & productivity tools Join Gemma Pybus on Wednesday 3 December
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(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
04dec10:00 am12:00 pmMaximise Your Membership
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Thursday 4 December 2025 IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park 10am-12pm IW Chamber members – FREE Want to unlock the full value of your Chamber membership? We’re here to help. Based on feedback from our
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Thursday 4 December 2025
IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park
10am-12pm
IW Chamber members – FREE
Want to unlock the full value of your Chamber membership? We’re here to help.
Based on feedback from our members, we’re introducing monthly “Maximise Your Membership” sessions – an opportunity to meet the Chamber team, ask questions, and discover how to get the most out of your membership.
Time slots: 10.00 – 10.30am | 10.30 – 11.00am | 11.00 – 11.30am | 11.30am – 12.00pm
Format: Each half-hour session can host up to 4 businesses, ensuring discussions stay focused and relevant.
Whether you’re new to the Chamber or simply want to refresh your understanding of what’s available, this is the perfect chance to explore benefits such as networking, advice services, savings, and promotional opportunities.
To book your slot, email Rich or Carl
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(Thursday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
05dec7:30 am9:30 amFestive Networking Breakfast at The Royal Hotel
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Friday 5 December 2025 The Royal Hotel, Ventnor 7.30 - 9.30am IW Chamber Members - £18 per person Join us for a festive networking opportunity at The Royal Hotel, with a hot breakfast and
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Friday 5 December 2025
The Royal Hotel, Ventnor
7.30 – 9.30am
IW Chamber Members – £18 per person
Join us for a festive networking opportunity at The Royal Hotel, with a hot breakfast and a great start to the business day, networking with other Chamber members.
After breakfast, Dale Howarth will be talking to us about how to get the most out of your award applications!
Book here
Time
(Friday) 7:30 am - 9:30 am
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Monday 9 December - 10 December 2025 Unit S5 Branstone Business Park, Branstone Farm Lane, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ 9.00am – 4.00pm IW Chamber members - £92 +vat per person
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Monday 9 December – 10 December 2025
Unit S5 Branstone Business Park, Branstone Farm Lane, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
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
9 (Tuesday) 9:00 am - 10 (Wednesday) 4:00 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU
10dec1:00 pm3:30 pmGo for Growth - Business Model Canvas
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Go for Growth - Business Model Canvas Join Gavin McWhirter on Wednesday 10 December from
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(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
11dec10:00 am3:00 pmRide x Drive with Tesla and Vehicle Consulting Solent
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Take the wheel! Test drive the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y The IW Chamber is teaming up with Tesla and Vehicle Consulting Solent to offer a
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Take the wheel! Test drive the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y
The IW Chamber is teaming up with Tesla and Vehicle Consulting Solent to offer a special test drive experience right here at the Chamber office. Join us on Thursday 11 December, between 10am and 3pm, and get behind the wheel of the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y.
What to expect
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Test drive the latest Tesla models
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Meet the Tesla team and ask your EV questions
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Chat with Paul Thorley from Vehicle Consulting Solent about electric vehicles, business leasing, and more
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Enjoy festive treats, handmade by Mr Yummy, for a donation to WightAID.
Book your test drive now to secure your slot:
https://www.tesla.com/en_gb/event/join-us-for-a-ride-x-drive-at-the-iow-chambers-of-commerce
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
15dec9:00 am4:00 pmEmergency First Aid at Work Course – Delivered by Good Skills Training
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Monday 15 December 2025 Unit S5 Branstone Business Park, Branstone Farm Lane, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ 9.00am – 4.00pm IW Chamber members - £78 +vat per person This one-day course is designed
Event Details
Monday 15 December 2025
Unit S5 Branstone Business Park, Branstone Farm Lane, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
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
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Monday 15 December - 17 December 2025 Unit S5 Branstone Business Park, Branstone Farm Lane, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ 9.00am – 4.00pm IW Chamber members - £180 +vat per person The First
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Monday 15 December – 17 December 2025
Unit S5 Branstone Business Park, Branstone Farm Lane, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
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
15 (Monday) 9:00 am - 17 (Wednesday) 4:00 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU
18dec10:00 am12:00 pmIsland Business Drop-In
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Thursday 18 December 2025 IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park 10am-12pm FREE to attend We want to meet you! On the final Thursday of every month, the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce is
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Thursday 18 December 2025
IW Chamber of Commerce Office, Branstone Business Park
10am-12pm
FREE to attend
We want to meet you!
On the final Thursday of every month, the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce is opening its doors to Island businesses. These are casual drop-in sessions where you can come and network with us and learn more about the Chamber and what we do. Whether you are an IW Chamber member or not, this is the perfect way to start your networking journey.
Booking is not required – just drop in!
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
