West Wiltshire Business Expo – 8th October 2026
The West Wiltshire Business Expo, which is free to attend, takes place at The Civic in Trowbridge from 0900-1700 on Thursday 8th October.
Organised by the Trowbridge Chamber CIC, one of the largest business groups in Wiltshire, in partnership with the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), this focussed one day Business Expo will bring together industry leaders, emerging talent and forward-thinking organisations shaping Wiltshire’s economic future.
BOOK YOUR FREE EXPO TICKETS HERE
EXPO SPONSORS include Business West / Tech Adoption for Growth, Capitalise, FSB Funding Platform, FSB Healthcare, Goughs Solicitors, Monahans, Sante Group, SWIG Finance, Wiltshire College & University Centre, Wiltshire Farm Foods.
EXHIBITORS – The Expo features 40+ regional business exhibitors and offers an excellent opportunity for ambitious businesses, entrepreneurs, investors and innovators to network, promote their brands and take away the latest business insights, tech and strategies.
See a list of Exhibitors with links to their websites HERE.
The packed, one-day agenda includes inspirational speakers sharing their expertise on a wide range of subjects including AI, Marketing, Tech, Business Finance, Cyber Security, Accounting & Tax Initiatives, HR, Wellbeing in the Workplace, Skills & Apprentices, Sustainability and Investing in Wiltshire.
Speakers include the Leader and Cabinet Members of Wiltshire Council, West Wiltshire MPs, Wiltshire Town Mayors, and the CEOs and Directors of some of Wiltshire’s largest businesses, including Apetito, Nutricia, Good Energy, Danone, Wiltshire Farm Foods and Wiltshire College & University Centre.
DOWNLOAD THE EXPO SCHEDULE HERE
TIMES
– Networking Breakfast – 0800-0900 (Tickets via Eventbrite)
– Exhibition Hall and Networking Hub – 0900-1700
– Keynote speakers and Discussion Panels from 1000-1800 (FREE tickets booked via Eventbrite)
NETWORKING BREAKFAST – Join us for the Networking Breakfast from 08:00-09:00. Tickets are £15 to include bacon/sausage rolls, fresh pastries, fruit, tea/coffee/orange juice. Veggie and vegan options available.
Book your Breakfast & Expo Tickets HERE.
Whether you are scaling your business, exploring investment, launching a start-up, or embracing new technology, the West Wiltshire Business Expo offers businesses the opportunity to showcase their brands and build strong local connections.
DRAGONS DEN – There will also be a Dragons’ Den featuring former BBC Dragon Nick Jenkins, founder of Moonpig.com; Monty George, co-founder of Wiltshire-based Furniturebox, which recently opened a state-of-the-art distribution centre in Chippenham; and angel investor Joanne Jensen, founder of Childs Farm, the UKs No.1 baby and child toiletries brand.
The Dragons Den will see four early stage businesses and entrepreneurs looking for investment, testing their pitches on the Dragons and receiving valuable feedback, publicity and business advice from the experienced mentors and entrepreneurs.
Many thanks to Dragons Den sponsor SWIG Finance.
BOOK your FREE delegate tickets via Eventbrite
Exhibitor and Sponsorship opportunities – please see the West Wiltshire Business Expo brochure. There are just a couple of stands and sponsorship opportunities available so please email Megan at info@trowbridgechamber.com to discuss promotional opportunities or reserve a stand via the Expo booking form.
Nicky Kildunne from the FSB said: “The Federation of Small Businesses is proud to partner with the West Wiltshire Business Expo as supporting small businesses is at the heart of everything we do. This event brings together the innovation, ambition and community spirit that powers Wiltshire’s economy, and we’re delighted to help create opportunities for local entrepreneurs to connect, learn and grow.”
CONTACT: For further information , please email Megan at info@trowbridgechamber.com
