Dorchester Town Council hold an Informal Annual Meeting
18/04/2025
Dorchester Town Council has announced the date for this year’s Informal Annual Town Meeting being held at the Corn Exchange on Friday 9 May from 11am-1pm.
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Chamber News
New Dorset Council Chief Executive announced
02/04/2025
Dorset Council has announced that Dr Catherine Howe has been unanimously recommended by the cross-party Staffing Committee as Dorset Council’s new Chief Executive.
Spring Statement 2025 – The full report
27/03/2025
The government is focused on securing Britain’s future through its Plan for Change – driving economic growth, building an NHS fit for the future and keeping the country safe.
HMRC launches Help for Side Hustles
20/02/2025
HMRC launches Help for Hustles campaign to help people earning extra income understand their tax obligations. Anyone generating more than £1,000 from their side hustle should check their tax obligations.
Members News
New Equipment Funded by DCH Charity Benefits Bladder Cancer Patients
25/04/2025
A new piece of equipment – the Transurethral Laser Ablation (TULA) device – worth £13,184.40 – has been purchased with funds raised by the Dorset County Hospital Charity, to benefit selected bladder cancer patients at Dorset County Hospital (DCH) in Dorchester.
Unearthing the Brutal Truths of Roman Gladiator Spectacles – Talk Tonight
24/04/2025
Tonight, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm, Dorset Museum & Art Gallery will host a talk by Dr John Pearce, a leading expert in Roman archaeology from King’s College London. His lecture, “Deadly games in Roman Dorchester? Gladiator shows and beastly spectacles in Britannia”, will uncover the harrowing truths behind one of ancient Rome’s most iconic forms of mass entertainment.
Where Dorset Blooms and Memories Blossom at Dorset Spring Show 2025
24/04/2025
The sun is out, the clocks have sprung forward, and the daffodils have flowered. Spring is here and the countdown to Dorsets spring adventure, the Dorset Spring Show is gearing up.
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery to Host Annual Wedding Fair this April
18/04/2025
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery is excited to announce that this year’s Wedding Fair will be taking place on Sunday 27 April from 11am to 3pm. This free event will be a celebration of all things wedding-related.
Dorchester Chamber for Business
We promote, support and influence the interests of our members
The Dorchester Chamber was founded in 1916 and plays an active role in the town and surrounding area helping to promote local business and encourage growth.
Our aim is to help local businesses work together to help each other and boost trade.
However we are only strong and influential with the support of local business people.
“Being a member of Dorchester Chamber for Business has expanded my network of local business contacts and provided me with a strong support system in my work."
“It connects me to like-minded business owners and as someone who generally works alone, it keeps my mind on the big picture.”
“Helps me link up with other professionals and ensures that I am known in the local business community.”
“I have been inspired by some of the speakers and met new people and previous acquaintances”
