BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Merton Chamber of Commerce - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mertonchamber.co.uk
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Merton Chamber of Commerce
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Europe/London
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20250330T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20251026T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20260329T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20261025T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20270328T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20271031T010000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T213000
DTSTAMP:20260616T101558Z
CREATED:20260505T144906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T101558Z
UID:10000130-1781631000-1781645400@mertonchamber.co.uk
SUMMARY:AGM 2026 World Cup Summer Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday 16th June at 5:30pm for our AGM 2026 World Cup Summer Party at Hotel du Vin\, Wimbledon – Cannizaro House. \nWe’ll have exclusive use of the elegant Belle Epoque banquet room and private garden terrace\, the perfect setting to enjoy a summer evening of business networking\, celebration\, and football spirit. \nThe evening begins with a glass of Prosecco on arrival and informal networking\, followed by our Annual General Meeting\, where we’ll reflect on a year of achievements and look ahead to future plans. After the AGM\, guests will enjoy a delicious hot BBQ buffet dinner\, and relaxed summer networking. \nThis is more than just an AGM\, it’s a fantastic opportunity to build new relationships\, strengthen existing connections\, and meet key players from across the Merton business community in a warm\, sociable setting. \n━━━━━━━━━━━━ \n🕒 Evening Agenda \n5:30 – 6:15pmWelcome drinks & informal networking \n6:15 – 7:00pmAnnual General Meeting \nHighlights from the past yearCelebrate member achievementsChamber updates and plans ahead \n7:00pm onwardsDinner served\, drinks\, networking & summer celebrations \n━━━━━━━━━━━━ \n🍴 Menu Highlights \nHot BBQ Buffet: \nChicken skewersPrawn skewersBurger sliders with hot bowls of chipsChargrilled courgettes\, halloumi & green beans (mint & lemon)Fennel\, feta & pomegranate salad with sumac yoghurtMarinated aubergine with birds-eye chilli\, tahini & oreganoServed with stone-baked sourdough baguette (gluten-free option available) \nDessert: \nFresh strawberries & cream \n━━━━━━━━━━━━ \n🍹 Drinks Include: \nProsecco on arrivalHouse red and white wineJugs of PimmsBeer (bottled)Elderflower fizzJugs of water throughout the evening \n━━━━━━━━━━━━ \nDress Theme: Wear your favourite team colours. \nWe look forward to an evening filled with great company\, valuable conversations\, summer celebration\, and World Cup excitement. \n━━━━━━━━━━━━ \n\nAGM Minutes 2025\nFilleted Accounts 2025\nNotice of Meeting AGM 2026\nProxy Voting Form 2026
URL:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/event/agm-2026-world-cup-summer-party/
LOCATION:Hotel du Vin Wimbledon\, Cannizaro House\, West Side Common\,\, London\, SW19 4UE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/AGM-2026-1-copy.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T100000
DTSTAMP:20260706T120749Z
CREATED:20260519T142711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T120749Z
UID:10000137-1784104200-1784109600@mertonchamber.co.uk
SUMMARY:Business Networking Breakfast
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\nKickstart Your Day with Our Popular Business Networking Breakfast! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a Merton Chamber of Commerce networking breakfast at Caddi\, Wimbledon Club! Start your day by connecting with like-minded professionals over coffee and pastries. Expand your network\, exchange ideas\, and build valuable relationships to help grow your business—whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just getting started. \n\n\n\nEvent Details📍 Location:Caddi Club\, Top FloorWimbledon Quarter4 Queens Road\, Wimbledon\, SW19 8YA \n\n\n\nWhat’s Included: \n\n\n\n\nPastry Breakfast & Warm Drink\n\n\n\nOpportunity to Introduce Your Business to the Group\n\n\n\n\nBook your ticket today and take the next step in expanding your professional network! \n\n\n\nNetworking events like these are the perfect way to grow your connections and take your business to new heights. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is sponsored by Hartley Fowler Chartered Accountants \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n#MertonBusiness\, BusinessAwards\, MBBA\, MBBA2026\, MertonBestBusinessAwards\n\n\n 
URL:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/event/business-networking-breakfast-7/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/RCP_0027-1-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T180000
DTSTAMP:20260623T130735Z
CREATED:20260609T135721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130735Z
UID:10000138-1784210400-1784224800@mertonchamber.co.uk
SUMMARY:Youth Futures Network Insight Event
DESCRIPTION:Youth Futures Network Celebration & Insight Event\n\n(supported by South London Careers Hub)\nThursday 16 July 2026\n2:00pm – 6:00pm\nDog & Fox Hotel\, Wimbledon \nJoin the South London Careers Hub for an afternoon of practical insight\, networking and celebration focused on meaningful employer engagement with young people. \nThe event will include a workshop led by Dr Sam Holmes\, CEO of Causeway Education\, exploring manageable and effective ways businesses can support and engage with young people across South London. \nThe afternoon will conclude with drinks\, networking and the Youth Futures Network Recognition Awards. \nDrinks and canapés provided. \nOpen to employers of all sizes interested in supporting young people and building stronger connections with education partners. \nPlease note: This is an external partner event. \nIf you book a place\, please let Janet know at janet@mertonchamber.co.uk so we can track Merton Chamber member attendance. \nRegister your place via the organiser’s booking link: \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/event/slp-youth-futures-network-celebration-insight-event/
LOCATION:dog and fox\, 24 High St\,\, London\, SW19 5EA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Screenshot-2026-06-09-145218.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T100000
DTSTAMP:20260825T151032Z
CREATED:20260716T105414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T151032Z
UID:10000141-1790757000-1790762400@mertonchamber.co.uk
SUMMARY:Business Networking Breakfast - FREE FOR MERTON CHAMBER MEMBERS
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\nJoin us for the first Merton Chamber Business Networking Breakfast after the summer and reconnect with local businesses in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Enjoy great conversations\, build valuable new connections and discover opportunities to help grow your business. \nTo welcome everyone back after the summer\, this breakfast is free for Chamber members (one ticket per member). Take advantage of this special member benefit and join us for a morning of networking over coffee and pastries. \nWhether you’re a long-standing member\, a new member or attending for the first time\, you’ll receive a warm welcome. \nEvent Details\n📍 Location: The Old Frizzle\, Wimbledon \nWhat’s Included\n\n🥐 A selection of Danish pastries\n☕ Tea and coffee\n🧃 Juice and water\n🎤 The opportunity to introduce your business to the group\n🤝 Networking with businesses from across Merton and beyond\n\nBook your place today and start the season by making new connections\, sharing ideas and strengthening relationships within Merton’s business community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is sponsored by Hartley Fowler Chartered Accountants \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n#MertonBusiness\, BusinessAwards\, MBBA\, MBBA2026\, MertonBestBusinessAwards\n\n\n 
URL:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/event/business-networking-breakfast-8/
LOCATION:The Old Frizzle\, 74-78 The Broadway\, London\, SW19 1RQ\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/MCC-free.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261008T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261008T230000
DTSTAMP:20260817T083200Z
CREATED:20260728T154610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T083200Z
UID:10000142-1791484200-1791500400@mertonchamber.co.uk
SUMMARY:Merton Best Business Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Merton Best Business Awards Gala Evening\nJoin us on Thursday 8 October as we celebrate the incredible finalists of this year’s Merton Best Business Awards. \nTaking place once again at the spectacular New Wimbledon Theatre\, our Gala Awards Evening will shine a spotlight on the outstanding businesses\, entrepreneurs and community champions who make Merton one of South London’s most dynamic boroughs. \nCongratulations to all our 2026 finalists! \nWhat to Expect\n✨ A red-carpet drinks reception in the historic foyer of the New Wimbledon Theatre from 6.30pm \n🏆 A prestigious Awards Ceremony\, where winners across 16 categories will be announced live on stage \n🤝 Merton’s biggest business networking event of the year\, bringing together finalists\, business leaders and supporters from across the borough \n👔 Dress Code: Dress to Impress – cocktail dresses\, suits or your most polished evening attire. Glamorous\, comfortable and uniquely your own style. \nWe are grateful to our Headline Sponsor\, London Borough of Merton\, and our category sponsors: Huddle\, Wimbledon Quarter\, Love Wimbledon\, Qudo\, Hartley Fowler\, South Thames College Group\, HR Dept\, Elys and TLC Creative Agency. Your support makes this celebration possible. \nWe look forward to celebrating with Merton’s incredible business community and revealing this year’s winners. \n🎟️ EARLY BIRD TICKET – SOLD OUT\n£71 + VAT (£85.20 inc. VAT) \n🎟️ REGULAR TICKET\n£80 + VAT (£96.00 inc. VAT) \nPlease note: Ticket prices are displayed excluding VAT. A 20% VAT charge will be added at checkout.
URL:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/event/merton-best-business-awards-2026/
LOCATION:New Wimbledon Theatre\, 93 The Broadway\, Wimbledon\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/MBBA2025_307-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T123000
DTSTAMP:20260611T111427Z
CREATED:20260611T111427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T111427Z
UID:10000140-1793698200-1793709000@mertonchamber.co.uk
SUMMARY:Fire Warden Marshal Training
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on practical workshop is aimed at those employees within the organisation who have a key role to play within the management of fire safety in the workplace. ‍The course is tailored as a generic course and will include the following:  \n\nThe Legal Requirement\nThe Triangle of Fire\nTypes and Causes of Fire\nExtinguishing Fire\nBasic Fire Prevention\nActions to be taken in the Event of Fire\nFire Extinguishers\nResponsibilities of a Fire Warden/ Marshal\nChecking Fire Fighting Equipment within your Workplace\nEscape Routes and their Importance\nFire Notices and Signs\nAssembly Points and Role Calls\nProactive Fire Prevention\nProactive and Reactive Role of a Fire Warden/Marshal\n\nYou will be able to undertake a practical demonstration; allowing you to extinguish different types of fire\, using fire extinguishers on our environmentally friendly fire simulators. Who will benefit from this course? Any individual who has a responsibility for fire safety; anyone who requires guidance on workplace fire safety and anyone who requires their staff to have an in-depth fire safety awareness. \nTerms & Conditions Payment of your place(s) constitutes a booking; if you are unable to attend you are free to send a substitute delegate\, but we will be unable to refund your money. Prices quoted are plus vat.‍ ‍Venue: Trinitarian Bible Society. If you are having difficulty booking your ticket\, please email lauren@mertonchamber.co.uk  \n 
URL:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/event/fire-warden-marshal-training-10/
LOCATION:Trinitarian Bible Society \,\, William Tyndale House 29 Deer Park Road London\, London\, SW19 3NN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Compliance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Fire-Warden-Training-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T163000
DTSTAMP:20260611T110902Z
CREATED:20260611T110902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T110902Z
UID:10000139-1794474000-1794501000@mertonchamber.co.uk
SUMMARY:Emergency First Aid at Work
DESCRIPTION:During this full day course\, you will learn basic life-saving first aid and workplace health and safety regulations. \n\n\n\nThe course is tailored as a generic course and will include the following:  \n\n\n\n\nHealth and safety (first aid) regulations\n\n\n\nManaging an incident\n\n\n\nThe priorities of first aid\n\n\n\nTreatment of an unconscious casualty\n\n\n\nResuscitation\n\n\n\nShock\n\n\n\nChoking\n\n\n\nSeizures\n\n\n\nBleeding\n\n\n\nCommon workplace injuries\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAssessment and certification Continuous assessment by trainer meeting Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. Who should attend? Any individual who is the nominated emergency first aider or anyone wanting a comprehensive one day first aid course. This course is ideal for smaller workplaces that present few health and safety risks.\n\n \n \nWe are delighted to be partnering with Jen at Wimbledon First Aid to hold this compliance training\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are having difficulty booking your ticket\, please email lauren@mertonchamber.co.uk and someone will get back to you. \n\n\n\nTerms & Conditions Payment of your place(s) constitutes a booking; if you are unable to attend you are free to send a substitute delegate\, but we will be unable to refund your money. Prices quoted are plus vat.‍ ‍ \nVenue: Trinitarian Bible Society. If you are having difficulty booking your ticket\, please email lauren@mertonchamber.co.uk 
URL:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/event/emergency-first-aid-at-work-10/
LOCATION:Trinitarian Bible Society \,\, William Tyndale House 29 Deer Park Road London\, London\, SW19 3NN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Compliance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Motivational-Quote-Twitter-Post-2.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR