Eastleigh rarely makes the headlines, but its startup community has been building momentum, helped by affordable workspace and a central position in the county.

Founders here talk about practicality. Rents are reasonable, the trains are good, and there is a growing cluster of people happy to share advice over coffee.

Small town, big ambition

Informal meetups have become a fixture, and they tend to be refreshingly down to earth. Less pitch theatre, more honest conversation about what is actually working. For anyone starting out, it is a reminder that you don’t need to be in a big city to find your people.

Find a networking event near you on the events calendar and map.