Aims and objectives

  • Promote Emsworth town as a first class business location.
  • Lobby the local authority [Havant Borough Council] on matters that impact business and business people [Parking, parking charges, traffic, litter and planning and development matters]
  • Liaise with both Havant Borough Council and Chichester District Council in getting improvements to our streets and public places.
  • Work closely with the police on matters of joint concern and interest.
  • Identify vacant business premises.
  • The EBA committee meets every month [On the first Tuesday in The Crown Hotel [6pm] where all members are invited to attend and discuss matters of mutual interest in an informal environment.
  • Over the last 10 years we have commissioned and completed a number of projects to improve the public realm and make Emsworth an even more attractive place to visit and conduct business.
  • We are working to help make Emsworth a "plastic bag free" town.
  • "Christmas in Emsworth" an annual celebration of the festive season promoted by the Association.

What we do

The committee is elected annually. It is comprised of members drawn from all segments of the business community. Each member takes responsibility for a particular aspect of work such as:

  • Special Projects
  • Membership
  • Publicity
  • Social events
  • Liaison with the police and all local government bodies.

The committee prioritises needs according to the majority of members' wishes and, following expert advice, takes action on finding solutions.This can take different forms, such as optimising local government funds, obtaining sponsorships and gifts-in-kind.

What we have achieved & some of our activities

  • Public Relations and Promotion
  • Town Brochure and Website
  • Christmas Tree Lights
  • Summer Flower Baskets
  • Social Occasions
  • Spring Bulbs
  • Town Centre CCTV
  • Main Roundabout
  • Sponsors of The Emsworth Food Festival

and much more....

Members Benefits

The EBA: Brings more business to Emsworth, enhancing the prosperity and lifestyle of the entire community. Represents members' views and needs on a broad scale. Provides support and vibrant cross-pollination for its members.

Members benefit from:

  • Inclusion in the members data base here on the Association's website.
  • Free advertising for staff vacancies on this site.
  • Free Advertising on the Emsworth Business Directory website and Emsworth Village Online
  • 10% discount on car repairs/servicing at Sycamore Garage
  • Substantial discounts on website design from Emsworth Web Designs or Practical Web Development.
  • Periodic social events
  • Regular newsletters
  • Formal and informal advice for new business and existing members.
  • Liaison with HBC and Hampshire Constabulary re matters of interest/concern to members.
  • Opportunities to promote your business through events organised by the EBA and other Emsworth Organisations.

Join The Emsworth Business Association

The small annual subscription of just £45.00 per annum (tax deductible) enables the EBA to fund many activities such as those listed above. Increased membership means a stronger voice, and significant access to Borough and other matched funding.

Application form (pdf file)

Please print it out, fill it in and send it along with full payment to:-

The EBA, PO Box 56, Emsworth, Hants PO10 7ZS

Thank you