Luck of the Irish or business savvy? Iain’s Southsea bar is staying afloat amid challenging times

Back in 2008, Iain Kirby left his role as Warfare Officer in the Royal Navy to take on a very different project. It would all revolve around a derelict estate agent on... READ MORE »

“This is only the start”: Hospitality veteran Simon is helping the industry get fit for a good cause

Fit for Hospitality is a new initiative providing guidance to employees in the hospitality industry on how to manage their physical and mental wellbeing – as well as a... READ MORE »

Bon voyage! Ferry operators celebrate 88 years at sea with heritage driving trail around Isle of Wight

A team of renowned Isle of Wight ferry operators are delighted to be celebrating their 88th anniversary under the Red Funnel name. Although the company is officially 162... READ MORE »

Estate oddity! Napoleonic fort near Portsmouth on sale for £3m+ after years as a luxury island retreat

Where others saw an old hunk of granite long beyond its heyday, businessman Mike Clare spotted opportunity. In 2008 he sold his company Dreams for £200 million, and over... READ MORE »

Biz Bites: Scouts to raise £50k on epic walk; Isle of Wight's first beach sauna; Inaugural Winchester Food Fest

Chandlers Ford Scouts set off on 1710km odyssey to raise £50k A group of scouts from Chandlers Ford have set off on a journey of epic proportions to raise £50,000... READ MORE »

Exclusive Hospitality Showcase at St Mary’s Stadium – Home of Southampton Football Club

Are you looking to discover more ways to unlock unforgettable moments for your business? Southampton Football Club is inviting you, and a plus one of your choice to learn... READ MORE »

Family-run holiday home provider launches collection of luxury beachside New Forest lodges

A new luxury development for aspiring holiday homeowners has launched at Shorefield Country Park in Milford on Sea, just a short walk from the beach. Jubilee Gardens... READ MORE »

Out of this world: Southampton to be first stop on space agency tour

The UK Space Agency’s new ‘Space for Everyone’ tour is set to lift off in West Bargate, Southampton. The stellar event, which will run from the first to the fifth... READ MORE »

Biz Bites: Funders share tips with charities; Housebuilder teams up with school on time capsule; New exhibition looks back to visions of motoring's future

Expert funders share tips with Portsmouth charities at We Connect Cultural and creative organisations and individuals gathered at Portsmouth’s first We Connect... READ MORE »

Full £1m refurb coming along at cosy Kings Worthy pub The Cart and Horses ahead of July opening

Work began last month to transform The Cart and Horses in the cosy village of Kings Worthy, with the Grade II listed pub on track to start welcoming patrons in late July... READ MORE »