Wednesday 18th November 2026: Climate Ready Portsmouth
Wednesday 18th November 2026 A Well Adapted Region Exploring the UK’s climate adaptation priorities, place-based resilience, cross-sector collaboration, and business-led investment. In May 2026 the Climate Change Committee published its major Risk Assessment – A well-adapted UK. This report identified areas of action, emphasised the need for working across systems and the importance of place-based […]
Thursday 27th October 2026: Portsmouth Mentors Connect
Thursday 27th October 2026 For the first time, we are bringing together the mentors who generously share their time, experience and expertise to support businesses across Portsmouth. Organised to coincide with National Mentoring Day, Portsmouth Mentors Connect 2026 is a practical, supportive and celebratory event created to recognise our volunteer mentors, strengthen connections and help […]
Wednesday 21st October 2026: Portsmouth Business Leaders Forum
Wednesday 21st October 2026 Shaping Portsmouth’s biannual Portsmouth Business Leaders Forum returns for the Autumn edition. We’d love you to join us for our 6-monthly update, exciting speakers and networking at Portsmouth Grammar School. Agenda TBA. This is an invitation-only event. If you would like to find out more, please contact Steff Jones, Operations Manager,at […]
Wednesday 7th October 2026: Preparing for the Sexual Harassment Law Changes
Wednesday 7th October 2026 | 15:00 to 17:00 Business leaders and HR professionals across Portsmouth are invited to a free practical session to help their organisations prepare for forthcoming changes to sexual harassment law. Hosted by Engendering Change in collaboration with Shaping Portsmouth, the two-hour session will take place on Wednesday 7 October, from 3pm […]
Thursday 17th September 2026: Portsmouth Charity & Community Leaders’ Forum
Thursday 17th September 2026 | 18:30 to 20:30 Hosted by BH Live on Thursday 17th September, this free, evening event will bring together leaders from charities and community organisations across the city region to connect, share challenges and hear from guest speakers. At this inaugural event, you’ll hear from our new Community Programmes Lead, Courtnee […]
Wednesday 8th July 2026: Shaping Portsmouth Partner-Only Networking Event
Wednesday 8th July 2026 ⚠️ Date Change: This event has been rescheduled to Wednesday 8th July 2026 due to a clash with a very likely England World Cup fixture. ⚠️ All bookings remain valid. Bringing together our Shaping Portsmouth partners for an evening of networking in the Portsmouth Historic Quarter. The event was born out […]
12th June 2026: The Post-Pride Celebration Event
Friday 12th June 2026 In 2025, Shaping Portsmouth was involved in hosting many partners and invited guests at UK Pride 2025 in Portsmouth, as part of our commitment to support the Portsmouth Pride Stakeholder Network. This year, we’re very proud to once again be marching in the parade alongside so many of our partners and […]
Thursday 16th April 2026: Portsmouth Business Leaders Forum
Thursday 16th April 2026 Shaping Portsmouth’s biannual Portsmouth Business Leaders Forum returns for Spring. We’d love you to join us for our 6-monthly update, exciting speakers and networking at the Royal Maritime Hotel. Topics for this Spring edition are: Shaping Portsmouth: Programmes and impact update. New Partners: Meet our recently joined Patrons and Members. Armed […]
17th March 2026: Shaping Forces – Train with the Reserves
Tuesday 17th March 2026 Train with the Army Reserves Shaping Forces is offering Shaping Portsmouth Partners the chance to spend an evening training with 295 Battery, Royal Artillery in Cosham. You’ll experience a live training night:* Operate a missile simulator, handle (non-live) weapon systems, try on equipment, and speak informally with local serving soldiers over a […]
Tuesday 17th February 2026: Portsmouth Pancake Relay
Tuesday 17th February 2026 Let’s get flipping for the Lord Mayor’s Appeal 🥞 Join us for our first ever Portsmouth Pancake Relay – a fast-paced, feel-good fundraiser bringing Portsmouth businesses and organisations together for a fantastic cause. Taking place in the historic Guildhall Square on Tuesday 17th February (10am–12pm), teams of three will go head-to-head […]