Hampshire Fare

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Grown. Produced. Made.

Supporting your business

Proudly local

At Hampshire Fare we champion the best of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight – supporting producers, growers, makers, and hospitality businesses that put quality first.

We connect food lovers with local businesses, inspiring consumers to choose local first — always.

Why? Because local means fresher, better quality, and more sustainable. It strengthens our region’s economy and celebrates our incredible food, drink, and artisan talent.

Why join Hampshire Fare?

We’re more than a network — we’re a community.

As a member, you gain access to unmatched opportunities, marketing support, publicity, events, collaborations, and industry insights — all designed to help your business grow.

If you’re a local business passionate about using or producing local, based in Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, or within 10 miles of the county border, Hampshire Fare is here to champion you.

Let’s grow together. Ready to join?

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Membership benefits

Increased visibility and promotion

  • Feature on Hampshire Fare’s website with a dedicated profile, linking to your business
  • Promotion through Hampshire Fare’s social media channels and monthly consumer newsletter (sent to 22,000 with an open rate of 28%)
  • Chef and producer demonstration opportunities at consumer events across the county
  • Free text listing in the annual Local Produce Guide (circulation 20,000 with the opportunity to upgrade to a paid advertisement)

Collaborative marketing campaigns

  • Be part of county-wide marketing campaigns promoting Hampshire produce
  • Use of the Hampshire Fare brand and the logo representing quality, sustainability and provenance on your marketing, menus, produce and signage to take to events or display in your establishment
  • Collaboration on themed campaigns around key events like Easter, Christmas, summer, and local food weeks.
  • Run competitions to increase your brand profile and capture our audiences

Event participation

  • Promotion of member events on our website & social media platforms including the monthly consumer newsletter (subject to availability)
  • The chance to showcase your products to consumers, members, retailers, and media at key events
  • Discounted entry to some of these events
  • Annual Trade Expo

Corporate partnerships

  • Opportunities to partner with corporate partners for cross-promotion and collaboration
  • Access to Hampshire Fare’s corporate network for potential B2B opportunities

Networking opportunities

  • Access to a strong community and network of local producers, retailers, hospitality and trade businesses
  • Facilitated introductions between members and producers, suppliers, retailers and industry experts resulting in collaborations and business opportunities
  • Invitations to monthly member-exclusive network events

Business support

  • Assistance with discovering new routes to market
  • Updates on grants, funding, and other opportunities relevant to food and drink businesses
  • Quarterly Retail forum to share insight and seek advice and support
  • Bi-annual hospitality roundtable

Recognition and awards

  • Recognition of your business achievements and milestones in Hampshire Fare’s communications
  • Opportunities to be entered for local and regional food and drink awards

Membership

Which membership is right for you?

At Hampshire Fare, we keep it simple with two membership options:

  • Member 
  • Associate Member 

Membership is based on the number of full-time employees, ensuring businesses of all sizes can benefit.

Still unsure? Give us a call on

02380 733830

or email

louise.harrington@hampshirefare.co.uk

We’re happy to help and look forward to welcoming you!

Member

For businesses that grow, produce, sell, or serve local.

This includes farmers, producers, retailers, hospitality venues, and caterers who champion Hampshire and Isle of Wight products.

Annual Membership

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1 – 3 employees £195
4 – 16 employees £295
17 – 100 employees £395
100+ employees £595
Number of employees is based on those employed on a full time basis (including business owners/directors and contractors). Annual member subscription will be invoiced by monthly Direct Debit.
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Associate Member

For businesses that support the local food, drink, and craft industries.

If you provide essential services—such as packaging, marketing, or equipment, this is the category for you.

Annual Membership

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1 – 3 employees £425
3+ employees £595
Number of employees is based on those employed on a full time basis (including business owners/directors and contractors). Annual member subscription will be invoiced by monthly Direct Debit.
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Investing in the future

Education and learning support

Hampshire Fare is committed to supporting education around food, drink, hospitality and artisan talent across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

Colleges, home economists, instructors, colleges and universities are entitled to free membership of Hampshire Fare and we’d be delighted to speak with you about how we might be able to collaborate and work together.

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