Wych Networking – November
24th November 2021
The Wych Elm Kingston
Another great networking morning held at The Wych Elm, giving opportunity for freelancers, home-based workers and start ups in the Kingston area to share ideas and make contacts.
Networking Breakfast – November 2021
11th November 2021
Bentalls Kingston
For our November Networking we returned to the 3 Restaurant at Bentalls, more than 40 guests enjoyed some networking over coffee and an excellent breakfast.
Chessington Business Expo
27th October 2021
Chessington School
The Chessington Business Expo finally went ahead as an in person event on 27th October 2021 after a 2 year gap due to covid restrictions. It was great to see everyone back and doing business face to face again.
Networking Breakfast – October 2021
14th October 2021
Warren House Hotel
October saw a return to the wonderful Warren House. As always, great food and lots of networking!
Citizen Zoo Conservation Volunteering Day
17th September 2021
Coombe Wood Triangle
Chamber Members supported Citizen Zoo on a Conservation Action day in a local New Malden wooded area, mainly involving woodland management, creating pathway and rubbish clearance
Park Brewery Tasting & Networking
16th September 2021
The Park Brewery
A big thank you to the Park Brewery for inviting our members in for a tour of the micro brewery and tasting of their fantastic range of beers.
Networking Breakfast – September 2021
9th September 2021
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Back to in-person events! It was a pleasure to see people again and actually eat food!
Kingston Borough Business Awards Launch
7th July 2021
Warren House
The new Kingston Borough Business Awards (KBBA) were launched at Warren House on 7th July. With Headline Sponsor Kingston University, Gold Sponsors Kingston College and Kingston Council.
Photos by Annie Armitage
Online events
26th May 2020
Online
So one thing we miss about our face to face events is the opportunity to get some great pictures of our networking. So here is a selection of images showing what we've been up to from our own homes, from seminars on well-being & commercial law, Q&A sessions with our MPs and Council to networking, quiz nights and Gin Tasting !
Women in Business Lunch
28th February 2020
Crowne Plaza Hotel London Kingston
It was an absolute pleasure to have adventurer and entrepreneur Fiona Quinn join us for our Women in Business Lunch to talk about her new book: Ignore The Fear. Photos by Karen Barrett Photography.
Networking Breakfast with the Mayor
13th February 2020
Guildhall Kingston
Networking breakfast with the Mayor of Kingston was certainly popular with over 60 people booked in. We also had a very informative presentation by BrexitHelp.net on some of the ways Brexit would impact local businesses. Catering by Nikki's Kitchen. Photos by Trevor Aston Photography
Wych Networking – February
5th February 2020
The Wych Elm KIngston
Another busy Wych Networking for freelancers, home-based workers and start ups in the Kingston area. A great presentation by Jude Faultless of Faultless copywriting on how to write better copy.
Warren House Lunch
31st January 2020
Warren House, Kingston
What a way to end the month! Another fantastic lunch at Warren House hosted by our President Dr Martha Mador.
Photos by Trevor Aston Photography
January Networking Breakfast
16th January 2020
Surbiton Golf Club, Woodstock Lane, Chessington, Surrey, KT9 1UG
We kicked off the year at Surbiton Golf Club, guests appreciated the views over the green while enjoying a nice hot full english breakfast.
Festive Lunch
18th December 2019
Hawkers Bar & Brasserie, DoubeTree by Hilton Hotel.
Our final event of the year was a festive lunch at Hawkers Bar & Brasserie. It was definitely a social occasion but I am sure a little networking might have gone on as well!
Carluccio’s Networking Breakfast
12th December 2019
Carluccio's, Charter Quay, Kingston
December breakfast back at Carluccio's for a very tasty Italian start to the day. Over 50 attendees for the last breakfast of the year.
Chamber Christmas Party
5th December 2019
The Bishop, Kingston
It was another fantastic Chamber Christmas Party, great to see so many of our members enjoy the opportunity to be a bit more social at the end of the year.
Chessington Expo 2019
6th November 2019
Chessington School
The Chessington Business Expo, sponsored by RBK and HSBC. Photos by Trevor Aston
Breakfast at John Lewis
17th October 2019
John Lewis - Kingston
We were delighted to receive our very own branded box of 'Chamber Street' chocolates from John Lewis at the October breakfast. We were also joined by our chosen charity Express CIC. Thanks to Trevor Aston Photography for the photos.
Kingston Busines Expo 2019
11th June 2019
Kingston University Business School, Kingston Hill
The Kingston Business Expo 2019 was a huge success with over 400 attendees enjoying breakfast with Sir Ed Davey, Exhibitor stands, free seminars, business advice hub and speed networking. Thanks to Trevor Aston for the photos.
AGM 2019
23rd May 2019
Warren House Kingston
The 2019 AGM held at Warren House saw our New President Martha Mador officially take up office. Her chosen charity for 2019-20 is Express CIC.
May Networking with BoConcept
9th May 2019
BoConcept, Eden Street, Kingston
For our May breakfast we visited the stylish BoConcept store in Kingston with catering was provided by the local team at the Canbury Secret Cafe. Photos by Trevor Aston
Wych Networking for Freelancers
24th April 2019
The Wych Elm, Kingston
The Wych Networking is aimed at freelancers, home-workers and start ups. An informal coffee morning to get out of the house and meet local like minded individuals.
Networking Breakfast at the Wych Elm
11th April 2019
The Wych Elm, Kingston
A traditional style networking breakfast at the Wych Elm in north Kingston. A local pub renowned for its food, the breakfast certainly did not disappoint!
March Breakfast – Hosted by the Mayor of Kingston
14th March 2019
The Guildhall, Kingston
We were delighted to once again be hosted by the Mayor of Kingston for our March Breakfast. We also had a pitch from a Young Enterprise Team from Tiffin Girls School. Photos by Trevor Aston Photography.
International Women’s Day
8th March 2019
RHACC - Hillcroft College, Surbiton
To celebrate International Women's Day Kingston Chamber hosted a special event to discuss the courage to challenge and create change, following the IWD theme of #Balanceforbetter. The event was sponsored by Business Clan. Photos by Annie Armitage
February Breakfast
14th February 2019
Surbiton Golf Club
Our February Breakfast was at Surbiton Golf Club, followed by a round of goof for all those who wished to stay on. We also heard about the developments from local charity Love Kingston.
Photos by Trevor Aston
