Episode 72: Love Southsea

Dave Humphries has a chaotic chat with Lulu Whitmore, founder of Love Southsea, about growing up in Portsmouth, the origins and growth of the Love Southsea Market, the Love Portsmouth pop up shop in Gunwharf Quays, and her plans for what’s coming next.
Sir Ben Ainslie to speak at the Shaping Portsmouth Conference 2025

Shaping Portsmouth are delighted to announce that Sir Ben Ainslie will be our Keynote Speaker at the Shaping Portsmouth Conference in January. Sir Ben is CEO of Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team. He is also the most successful Olympic sailor in history, with four golds and one silver medal, gained in a 16-year span from […]
Fair Ways Launches Backpack Appeal

As the festive season draws near, Fair Ways is proud to announce the launch of its annual Care Leavers Backpack Appeal, a heart-warming initiative dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young care leavers in the Portsmouth area. For many, Christmas is a season filled with joy and family gatherings. However, for Care […]
Society of St James premieres I Am Only Human at the Recovery Film Festival

Don’t miss the powerful “I Am Only Human” film premiere at Guildhall Portsmouth (Lens Studio) on Wednesday, November 13th at 5:00 PM! Witness inspiring stories of recovery and celebrate the filmmakers’ achievements. The 6th annual Recovery Festival continues at Southsea Community Cinema through to 16th November and features the inspiring work of individuals in recovery […]
Portsmouth Business Leaders Forum returns at Lakeside North Harbour

The Autumn 2024 edition of our Portsmouth Business Leaders Forum took place last Wednesday 6th November. We had a packed agenda. New Shaping Partners; Portsmouth Water and Millstream Productions, who have actually been with us since before the Spring PBLF, finally got to introduce themselves on stage. They’ve both been very active in the partnership […]
Dadzclub search for inspirational male role models

International Men’s Day 2024 is fast approaching, and the stage is set for an extraordinary celebration of positive male role models. Portsmouth’s official event, organised by Dadzclub, is back for its third consecutive year, and the focus is clear: it’s time to shine a light on the inspirational men in our community. Dadzclub, a passionate advocate […]
Who inspires you? Nominations and Sponsorship opportunities open for the Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Awards

Who inspires you? Do you know a woman in Portsmouth who inspires others through her passion, leadership, or dedication? It’s time to recognize her! Nominations are now open for the Pamodzi Creatives Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Awards 2025, and we need your help to shine a light on the amazing women making a difference in […]
Minstead Trust to launch events in Portsmouth

The name is Trust…. Minstead Trust! Following on from last week, where they were proud to be the headline sponsors of Mindset Maintenence Live, Minstead Trust are delighted to be hosting a Murder Mystery Event with their friends at Village Hotel. This is part of an effort by Minstead Trust to create more opportunities within […]
New Business Launch: Mini Moony Pamper Parties to Open in Havant, Offering Glamorous, Creative Experiences for Children

There’s a new party venue in town! The grand opening of Mini Moony Pamper Parties, a venture dedicated to inspiring and empowering young minds through a combination of fashion and creativity. Mini Moony Pamper Parties received business mentoring through the Portsmouth Business Support Service. The official launch event will take place on Saturday, September 14th, from […]
Kings Theatre Heritage Open Day to include exciting updates on the upcoming Regeneration Project

The Kings Theatre is looking forward to welcoming the local community on Sunday September 8th as part of the National Heritage Open Day Programme. They are taking this opportunity to offer a consultation on the plans to regenerate the three derelict shops that adjoin the theatre along Albert Road. Major stakeholders, including Portsmouth City Council, […]