Celebrate 1 year of Hermitage with an evening of relaxed networking, a welcome drink, food and great conversations with local businesses

Hermitage Summer Social - Celebrating our 1st year!

An Evening of Relaxed Networking, Community & Celebration

Hermitage is officially one year old — and you’re invited to celebrate with us!

Join local business owners, founders, and hiring managers for a relaxed, friendly evening of conversation, connection and community as we mark one year of partnering with Bournemouth and Dorset businesses.

Whether we’ve worked together, met at an event, or you’re simply curious about Hermitage, this is a chance to come together, meet great people, and enjoy an easy-going evening in a lovely local venue.

✅ What to Expect

🥂 A Welcome Drink on Arrival

Your ticket includes a welcome drink to get the evening started.

🍽️ Food Provided

Light food will be available for guests, so you can mingle, chat and network comfortably.

🤝 Relaxed, Open Networking

No pitches, no pressure — just genuine conversations with local business leaders, owners, and professionals.

🎶 Good Vibes, Great Atmosphere

We’ll curate a warm, easy playlist to set the tone for an enjoyable, sociable evening.

✅ Who’s This For?

This event is perfect for you if you’re:

A local business owner or hiring manager

Someone I’ve worked with (or met!) during year one

A supporter, collaborator, or partner of Hermitage

Interested in connecting with like‑minded business professionals

Curious about what Hermitage does or how we support SMEs

Everyone is welcome — whether you come solo or bring colleagues.

✅ Why This Matters

Hermitage was built on honest conversations, trusted relationships, and supporting people-first businesses.

This evening is simply a way to say thank you — to the community that has supported us through our first year.

Great people.

Great conversations.

A small celebration of a big milestone.

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