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.
Book for our Autumn Lunch
Catch up with existing, and make new contacts at our Autumn lunch on Tuesday 13 October 12noon – 2pm at Meram Kitchen, Brewery Square. Sponsored by Ellis Jones Solicitors Dorchester
Chamber News
Illegally modified electric bikes, scramblers and scooters seized
20/07/2025
Dorset Police has launched a targeted operation to tackle the use of illegally modified electric bikes, scramblers and scooters in
A new strategy to deliver economic growth in Dorset is agreed by Cabinet
01/07/2025
Dorset Council’s Cabinet approved a new Economic Strategy which is set to drive employment, investment, and innovation across the county.
DataGardener’s May 2025 Business Insights Report
16/06/2025
A lot can change in just one month — and May was no exception. New businesses started, others closed, and key trends began to take shape across the UK. See Data Gardener’s report in full.
Members News
Coastland College Offers Skills Bootcamps to Boost Workforce
01/10/2026
Coastland College Digital Skills Skills Bootcamp Offers Dorset Businesses a Great-Value Route to Workforce Development Dorset businesses looking to invest
Piddletrenthide Pantomime Horse Racing This Weekend
08/09/2026
Piddletrenthide Pantomime Horse Racing comes to The Manor House, Piddletrenthide DT2 7QX on Saturday 12th September 2026, 4:00 pm until late, with proceeds to All Saints Church.
Dorset County Show returns this weekend (5-6 Sept) with farming, food, countryside and spectacular entertainment
31/08/2026
Dorset County Show returns this weekend (5-6 Sept) with farming, food, countryside and spectacular entertainment
Join Blanchards Bailey at The Dorset County Show
31/08/2026
Summer show season is one of the highlights of the Dorset calendar. Join Blanchards Bailey at The Dorset County Show 5/6 September.
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”