Jolly Josh Anchor Networking group

Dates for upcoming meetings 

Friday May 15th 2026 – 08:00am until 09:30am
Azim Amir professional Footballer for England | Disability Awareness Advocate | Public Speaker | Founder of Learn With ESS


Friday July 10th 2026
–
10:00am until 11:00am

Sound Bath Meditative Experience  

. Reduce stress and anxiety

. Improve sleep

. Support emotional wellbeing

. Encourage deep relaxation

. Create mental clarity


Friday October 9th 2026 –
08:00am until 09:30am

Guest speaker Danny Simpson  Portfolio Managing Director | NED | Co-Founder | Investor | Public Speaker | MID Communications, MID Digital Solutions, Sales Geek

 

First meeting introductory price £10pp following meetings will be for members. See membership details  below.

 

Anchoring Businesses with Purpose

The Jolly Josh Anchor Network connects local businesses to build valued connections within the business community, grow opportunities, and increase visibility, all while supporting a trusted local charity.

This is more than networking it’s a partnership with impact.

⚓ What Is the Jolly Josh Anchor Network?

Our network is designed for businesses of all sizes that want to:

  • Build meaningful local connections
  • Support a trusted community charity
  • Raise funds through shared initiatives
  • Grow their social impact and visibility


Members gather quarterly at friendly networking events held at Jolly Josh. creating opportunities to collaborate, share ideas, and contribute to Jolly Josh’s mission. Each meeting will have a guest speaker. If you would like the opportunity to be a guest speaker please speak with a member of the fundraising team.

🏴‍☠️ Member Benefits

Joining the Anchor Network gives your business both community impact and networking opportunities:

  • Recognition as a Jolly Josh Anchor Network member on our website and social media and spotlight recognition slot on our social media , showcasing your business.
  • Promotion in Jolly Josh newsletters and events
  • Invitations to quarterly networking meetings and special events
  • Opportunities to collaborate with other local businesses
  • Staff volunteering and team-building opportunities
  • First-hand insight into the difference your support makes
  • Positive social value and community engagement.

⚓ Networking With Purpose

Our quarterly meetings create a welcoming space to:

  • Connect with like-minded local businesses
  • Share ideas, challenges, and opportunities
  • Explore partnerships and collaborations
  • Support fundraising and community projects
  • Breakfast provided with beverages.
  • Free onsite parking
  • Jolly Josh welcome pack and regular updates of how your donation has changed the lives of our local community.


Whether you’re a small independent business or a larger organisation, there’s a place for you in the Anchor Network.

🏴‍☠️ Ways Businesses Can Get Involved

Members can choose how to engage with the Anchor Network:

  • Annual business membership
  • Event sponsorship or partnership
  • Donations of goods or services
  • Staff volunteering initiatives and social value
  • Participation in fundraising campaigns and challenges


Every contribution helps Jolly Josh continue to provide vital support to children and families.

Memberships

Monthly donations of:

£20 per month or £200 per year.

⚓ Join the Jolly Josh Anchor Network

Become part of a meaningful business community while growing your local network. Together we can #connect #support #thrive

📧 Email: liz@jollyjosh.co.uk
📞 Phone: 07876 364 506
📍 Visit us: Jolly Josh 2 Ensor Mill, Queensway Rochdale OL11 2NU

Anchor network members

Take a look at the businesses who support Jolly Josh as part of our Network group. Meeting quarterly, sharing inspirational messages, and supporting one another. Take a look at each business that attends our network meeting below.

Honeyman Developments Ltd is a trusted partner in commercial construction, specialising in high-quality fit-outs, refurbishments, and new builds. We are proud to deliver projects that consistently meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance — on time and within budget.

Our clients include respected organisations such as Zip World, Steven Docker Associates, MiTek, Decker’s Hospitality, and the Ministry of Defence, reflecting our ability to operate at scale and deliver projects with precision and professionalism.
Working alongside Steven Docker Associates, we successfully deliver disability adaptation projects across the country. These often involve intricate and complex requirements, where careful planning, coordination, and attention to detail are essential. Our team consistently goes above and beyond to ensure works are completed efficiently, sensitively, and to the highest possible standard, while remaining on programme and within agreed timescales.

One of our key differentiators is our live project tracking app, giving clients full visibility of progress, milestones, and updates in real time. This ensures transparency, clear communication, and peace of mind throughout every stage of project delivery.
Led by experienced project managers, our team collaborates closely with clients and partners to ensure seamless execution. We place equal emphasis on quality craftsmanship, operational efficiency, and robust health & safety practices, all underpinned by ISO-aligned processes and regulatory compliance.

With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and long-term relationships, Honeyman Developments continues to support businesses ranging from SMEs to blue-chip organisations across the Northwest and beyond. We are passionate about building spaces that not only meet today’s needs but also create lasting value for the communities they serve.

Hampton by Hilton Rochdale is located in the newly regenerated part of Rochdale town centre, offering 146 modern, stylish bedrooms and excellent access to Manchester and surrounding areas. Guests can expect a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a fresh, contemporary design throughout the hotel. The bedrooms are well-appointed with flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, SMEG appliances and sleek, modern bathrooms designed for comfort and convenience. Each morning, a generous free breakfast is served, featuring a selection of continental and hot items, including the hotel’s signature waffles with a variety of toppings. Guests can also relax in the open-plan foyer or make use of the state-of-the-art fitness centre during their stay.

MysonPages are a Rochdale based Managed IT Provider, working with SMEs and third sector organisations around the North West to manage their technology. We provide cyber security services, hardware, connectivity and IP phone systems, all supported by our award winning help desk. We work with business owners at a strategic level to provide value and ongoing insight into how they can use technology to help run their business. Speak to us to arrange a free health check of your systems.

OSN supply everything a Workplace needs – including Office Supplies, Office Furniture, Print and Branded Merch. Visit them at www.officesuppliesnow.co.uk or contact John Fitton John@officesuppliesnow.co.uk

Let’s Go Physio are a team of highly experienced physiotherapists and orthotists offering treatment to children and adults in the Northwest. We have two state of the art clinics in Lancashire and also work in the community. We pride ourselves on being a centre of excellence for scoliosis, FES, hydrotherapy and neurorehabilitation.

Established in 2005, AAA Pest Control Services Ltd has built a strong reputation for delivering professional, reliable, and knowledgeable pest management services across Rochdale and throughout the North of England.

We provide a comprehensive range of pest control and pest management solutions for commercial, industrial, private, and domestic clients. Our services can be delivered on an ad hoc basis or through tailored service contracts, providing year-round pest management where ongoing support is required.

To ensure complete transparency and compliance, every visit is electronically recorded, with detailed reports provided after each attendance, helping our clients maintain accurate and up-to-date records.

We take great pride in the quality of our work and the long-standing relationships we have developed with our customers. As a local business, we are passionate about supporting our community and regularly contribute to local organisations through sponsorship and fundraising initiatives.

In 2025, we proudly celebrated 20 years in business. As part of this milestone, we are developing Boro Bees, a non-profit community bee garden in Littleborough. The project is designed to support local charities, promote biodiversity, and create a valuable community resource. We have supported Jolly Josh for over 5 years now through different events, sponsorship etc, which is why we have chosen Jolly Josh as our permanent fundraising charity partner, and we look forward to supporting their important work for many more years to come.

We are also delighted to have become members of the Jolly Josh Anchor Networking Group, enabling us to build new connections, support fellow local businesses, and continue making a positive contribution within our community.

Hopwood Hall College offers life-changing vocational training to people of all ages. With campuses in Middleton and Rochdale, Greater Manchester, learners range from school leavers studying courses such as T Levels and BTECs to adults embarking on part-time courses and university-level study. It also offers a growing apprenticeship provision and works closely with employers from across the borough and beyond.

The college has picked up numerous awards in recent years, including the prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prize. It’s frequently praised for widening participation and offering a high level of support for its many students.

In addition, Hopwood is recognised for its strong industry links that mean it’s perfectly positioned to tackle local skills gaps and provide a talent pipeline for employers in Rochdale.