Given the current pace of society and the ever increasing pressures of everyday life it is all too easy to forget the importance of living life and enjoying every minute of it…

At 918 we re-emphasise the importance of enjoying life to the full and aim to provide the ability for all to enjoy what life has to offer. ‘Carpe Diem’ is an ideal pursued by millions, and none more so than the founders of 918. In its literal translation it means ‘Seize The Day’ however is more often translated to ‘make every moment count’, ultimately the same meaning, and it is with this in mind that 918 saw the opportunity to help people realise the more enjoyable side of life whatever they seek.

By providing people with contacts, places to meet, social events, organised events and opportunities to pursue their own passions 918 are actively involved in promoting the lifestyles people desire. Whatever your passions, there will be like minded people looking to share their experiences in your area, to compete or just to meet new friends with similar interests.

Whether you enjoy playing bingo with friends at one of our ’918 Fridays’ or are a little more adventurous with extreme activities with ‘Team 918′ or participate in one of our ever growing list of associate clubs and societies. Maybe you have a hobby/club or pastime the others would enjoy, if so, why not 918 help you grow it into a club for others to enjoy also? The possibilities are endless…

918 Wine Tasting Evening

918 are hosting a Wine Tasting Evening on Saturday 20 August 2011.

The evening will feature wines from around the world.

Whether you are a connoisseur or just enjoy fine wine with friends - this is the evening for you.

Tickets are £10.00 and include a canapé service throughout the night.

Tickets are available from any 918 Branch or by telephoning 01747 824 743 - reserve your ticket early to avoid disappointment as places are limited.

TV Advertisement Filmed at 918!

TV Advetisement Filmed at 918!!

TV crews took over 918 last week to film a TV commercial. Once the final cut is available it will be posted here – see if you can spot it on TV!!

918 Platinum Events Ltd organised the grand reception room for HRH Princess Anne on the 21st March 2011, ensuring the room was befitting for the event and lavished the 150VIP guests with canapes and wine to celebrate the official opening of the RiversMeet centre in Gillingham, where 918 Leisure Ltd has its head office.

918 are throwing one of their Directors out of an aeroplane for charity! Justin will be jumping from 10,000 feet in 2011. Please help us raise funds to support the RiversMeet Centre in Gillingham and the Dorset Air Ambulance service. You can sponsor Justin or register a donation on our Just Giving page at:

918 Finds Talent will soon be open – such an exciting time! Apply now to take part it what will be Dorset’s biggest talent contest. See 918 Talent within the Events & Entertainment section of this site for more information.

918 Station Road now have an area leased to Gillingham Models and Radio Control Cars centre. On display and available to purchase are radio-controlled helicopters ranging from small indoor copters to large outdoor SkyKings! Nitro-Trucks are also on display, with details of the local racing track. For more information go to www.jakes-rcc.com Browse with a 918 coffee today!

‘Team 918’ is part of the 918 Group that sponsor exceptional individuals in their challenges and lifelong ambitions. One member of the team is Kat Baker who will be attempting a Solo Channel Swim crossing from England to France in 2011. Team 918‘s moto is “Carpe Diem” – live for the moment/seize the day. 918 strongly endorse this ethos and actively encourage individuals to live the 918 Lifestyle! Kat is just one example of many amazing and remarkable people who are living their dream supported by Team 918.