Fully funded Business Support and Sales Skills Bootcamps for Dorset
22/09/2025
Fully funded Business Support and Sales Skills Bootcamps for Dorset available now.
Book for our August Summer Lunch
Catch up with existing, and make new contacts at our summer lunch on Tuesday 11 July – 01200 – 1400 at The Kings Arms Dorchester
Chamber News
Is the UK Stuck in a Low-Growth Trap?
09/09/2025
The British Chambers of Commece has released it’s latest ecomomic forcast.
Fed up with late payments?
15/08/2025
This government is committed to tackling the scourge of late payments, which costs the UK economy almost £11 billion per
Shape the future of self-driving vehicles
21/07/2025
A consultation has been launched by the government to assess attitudes from individuals and business on self-driving vehicles.
Members News
Pop-up Pride Dorchester 2026
31/05/2026
Pop-up Pride Dorchester is back for its second year with a fabulous and packed programme. The initiative, driven by Dorchester Town Council with the support of local partners.
Growing success at STARS Dorset
20/04/2026
Poundbury Garden Centre supports local charity working with victims of abuse
Clock is ticking on Business Property Relief overhaul
19/02/2026
Family business owners in Dorset are being urged to ensure that they are aware of new inheritance tax rules which come into force in less than two months.
Inheritance tax climbdown gives food for thought
09/01/2026
Dorchester law firm Ellis jones Solicitors has given a cautious welcome to the watering down of proposed inheritance tax reforms.
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”