The friendliest business community in Chichester! “Last Friday Club” 👏
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Our Story
The Last Friday Club began in May 2016. I'd just started The Chichester Social and, after years of working in teams, I missed it — having people around to learn from, bounce ideas off, share the ups and downs with. So my best friend Emily Perry of The People Consultancy and I built the business community we wished existed: one that puts genuine relationships ahead of transactional networking. Ten years on, we're both still at the helm — which, for a volunteer-run group, is rare enough to be worth saying out loud.
From early days meeting in coffee shops and bars, we've grown into a thriving community of hundreds, regularly welcoming 50+ business owners who gather monthly to support, inspire and collaborate with one another.
What Makes Us Different
We believe in community over competition. Our gatherings embody our EPIC values:
Encourage: Everyone gets a chance to speak and be heard
Purpose: Meaningful connections that serve your business goals
Integrity: Authentic relationships built on trust
Community: Supporting each other's growth and success
Whether we're meeting at Fernleigh — a Georgian gem tucked within the city's Roman walls — or taking our twice-yearly walks around those same walls (August and December), we create spaces that feel less like work and more like catching up with friends.
Who Belongs Here
Freelancers & consultants: Service providers, creators, designers, marketers and tech specialists
Solo entrepreneurs: From brick-and-mortar shop owners to digital empire builders
Small business owners: Leaders who value community and collaboration
The Magic That Happens
When you bring together passionate business owners in a supportive environment, surprising collaborations emerge. We've witnessed singing tutors partnering with brand strategists, photographers joining forces with event planners, and countless other creative alliances that have helped our members thrive.
Members regularly share their expertise as speakers, offering valuable insights that benefit the entire community.
Our Promise
Attendance at our in-person, monthly meet-ups will ALWAYS be free. No hidden fees, no membership costs — just genuine connection and community.
Join us on the last Friday of every month and discover the power of community!
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Our Members make perfect speakers, through regular attendance they understand their challenges and needs, This is your chance to share your expertise and experience as a freelancer/business owner.
The focus should always be one of value and generosity, it’s not just a platform to pitch to a captive audience!
Need to know:
a 15-min slot, inc Q&A
no screen — just you talking
Formats that work well: 5 or 10 tips to XXX to help you XXX
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The last Friday of the month at Fernleigh on North Street. Doors open at 8.30am for a prompt 9am.
Click on the button below to register, it’s FREE!
How does it feel to work with me?

