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
DCH Charity Celebrates Extraordinary Weekend of Fundraising
29/05/2025
The money has been raised by supporters including DCH staff, individuals and local businesses taking part in the epic Jurassic Coast Challenge, completing the grueling 10km, 25km, 58km and 100km challenge over Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th May.
County Show supports Local Charities with £15,938 Donation
20/05/2025
The Dorset County Show has donated a total of £15,938 to Dorset charities. This year’s donations have been made to Julia’s House and the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI).
Dorset Visual Arts and Dorset Museum & Art Gallery Launch Exciting New Dorset Open Art Competition
19/05/2025
Dorset Visual Arts (DVA), in proud partnership with Dorset Museum & Art Gallery (DMAG), is delighted to launch a brand-new major open art competition marking a landmark first collaboration between these two leading cultural institutions.
Mogfish Marketing: How to build a marketing plan that works (and sticks) for Dorset businesses.
15/05/2025
Ever start a marketing plan full of big ideas…only to watch it slowly fizzle out? One minute you’re PUMPED, the next your goals are off track and your plan’s gathering digital dust. Sound familiar?
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”