Tuesday 13th Aug 2024 from 12-2pm at The Gamekeeper, Charminster. Sponsored by ITCS (formally Poundbury Systems)
Homeowners will receive more rights, power and protections over their homes under the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act.
The Act will make it easier and cheaper for leaseholders to buy their freehold, increase standard lease extension terms to 990 years for houses and flats, and provide greater transparency over service charges
The Department for Transport has approved funding for accessibility improvements at Dorchester South Railway Station. This significant investment will enhance the travel experience for all passengers, particularly those with disabilities or mobility challenges.
Following the success of the first round of Dorset Council’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Rural England Prosperity Fund grants, are open.
Dorset Council received a total of 64 applications in the previous round, including a number of Dorchester Chamber for Business members. One success story was Minuteman Press in Poundbury.
West Dorset’s MP Chris Loder fears that the 3,500-house North of Dorchester development ‘will happen’ following Dorset Wildlife Trust’s multi-million-pound purchase of 833 acres at Lyscombe Farm – situated 10 miles north of Dorchester.
Nature Information Board, for the Damers Meadow, has been unveiled to help inform and educate the community and visitors about the wildflowers, insects and birds they might see around them.
THE DORSET COUNTY SHOW returns on the 7th & 8th September, and once again will celebrate rural life in Dorset! This year, welcoming new displays including Atkinsons Action Horses, IMPs Motorcycle Display Team, Tomahawk Throwing and Alpaca Competitions!
Redtale Holdings is set to convert offices at Vespasian House at the top o’ town in Dorchesterinto 37 apartments for up to 144 people as part of its ongoing regeneration of the historic Barrack Quarter area.
The Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner has commissioned Age UK North, South and West Dorset for the ‘Older Safer Intiative’. The project will focus on increasng digital resilience in older people; providing a support network to tackle social isolation; and enhancing safety in the home.
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The Dorchester Chamber plays an active role in the town and surrounding area helping to promote local business and enterprise.
Our aim is to help local businesses work together to help each other and boost trade.
However we are only as strong and influential with the support of local commerce.
