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 September Breakfast
Catch up with existing, and make new contacts at our summer lunch on Tuesday 8 September 7.45am – 9am at The Coach House Inn, Winterbourne Abbas. Sponsored by Local IQ
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
Michael Dooley, Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset, appointed Patron of Age UK North, South & West Dorset
31/03/2026
Michael Dooley, Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset, appointed Patron of Age UK North, South & West Dorset
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.
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.
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”