How can we help you to fly?
20/08/2026
For 110 years, DCfB has promoted the interests of the business community in and around Dorchester, nurturing strong networking,
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
Businesses urged to “lock the door” on cyber criminals
19/02/2026
Businesses urged to “lock the door” on cyber criminals as new government campaign launches. Cyber threats cost UK businesses £14.7 billion a year, with half of small firms experiencing one in the last 12 months.
Prepare for 2026/27: Individuals
29/01/2026
ICAEW’s Tax Faculty provides a summary of some of the key changes affecting individuals from 6 April 2026, including increases to some of the rates of income tax and capital gains tax (CGT), as well as reforms to inheritance tax (IHT).
Companies House Identity Verification (Our guide)
01/01/2026
Dorchester Chamber for Business has created a guide to completing Compaines House Identifiaction.
Members News
New name for Kingston Mauward and Weymouth Colleges
09/09/2025
A new name has been unveiled for two Dorset colleges that merged last year. Kingston Maurward, which focuses on land-based studies, merged with Weymouth further education college in August 2024.
Even Keel Solutions Appoints Duncan Lyle as Director to Strengthen Insolvency Advice Services
11/08/2025
Duncan brings extensive experience in personal and corporate insolvency matters. Having qualified as an Insolvency Practitioner in 2008 he subsequently specialised in bankruptcy cases for the last decade.
Report highlights how collaboration between employers and skills sector is actively closing gaps
20/07/2025
Dorset Chamber has published the second Dorset Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) Progress Report.
Headland HR Wins Gold at the 2025 West Dorset Business Awards
13/07/2025
Dorchester Chamber member Headland HR, a leading HR consultancy based in Dorset, has proudly taken home Gold in the B2B category at the West Dorset Business Awards 2025.
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”