Weymouth & Portland Chamber of Commerce the voice of the south Dorset business community …
Doing business in south Dorset
Weymouth and Portland is a thriving coastal area and an exciting place to live and work. The area blends the outstanding natural beauty of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site with easy access to the major conurbation of Poole and Bournemouth, along with a mainline railway service to London.
About WPCC
The Weymouth & Portland Chamber of Commerce is committed to supporting economic growth in Weymouth and Portland by helping to provide an environment in which businesses can thrive.
We exist for the benefit of our members, who range from sole traders to national brands. Our members also include charities and other not-for-profit organisations, such as schools and colleges.
There are around 2,000 businesses in Weymouth and Portland, two thirds of which employ no more than four people.
Events & Meetings
We run a busy calendar of networking, social and training events all year round. The mainstay of our schedule is our Business Breakfast, an extremely popular networking meeting held ten times a year (monthly, excluding January and August). These meetings take place the first Tuesday of the month at various member venues with presentations from sponsors and keynote speakers.
Other activities include Business Tours of member venues, giving local firms the opportunity to share hat they have to offer with other businesses in this fast paced environment. We also hold education and apprenticeship events, along with a variety of social gatherings and trips, including an annual Christmas dinner.
Becoming a member
Becoming a member of the WPCC is a great opportunity for your voice to be heard on some of the most important topics affecting business in our area. Through meetings, website discussions, polls and forums we want to hear what you have to say alongside like minded people in your area.
You’ll be able to receive advice and support from our friendly and welcoming WPCC Executive Committee, and also mentoring and business support.
Help shape the future of Weymouth and Portland!
Bournemouth Air Festival 2019
29 Aug - 1 SepTrip to an exclusive venue for Bournemouth Air Festival
The voice of business in South Dorset
S.T.A.R. Awards
The Weymouth and Portland Chamber of Commerce surprised themselves with the enormous success of their first STAR Awards. The presentation night took place at Weymouth College with over 120 business owners and guests in attendance. Full Report here.
Thanks to Dan Roads Photography for all his 257 STAR photos on Flickr https://bit.ly/2Pv8bX2
AGM news
The WPCC AGM took place on Friday March 1st 2019 at The Avenue Restaurant, Weymouth College.
Andrew Knowles handed over the Presidency of the Chamber to Craig Oakes and the new executive committee was presented.
Report in our news section here.
Our members
Quick news
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Your views on the future of the workforce
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Pengillys sponsor Damers First and the Open for Art Exhibition
Open for Art takes place every 2 years and in 2019 the festival will take place between 18th May and 2 June in South Dorset. Local studios will be exhibiting a wide range of art created by talented local artists in Poundbury. Pengillys, Solicitors have offices in...
New drink cafe opens at Zone Fitness Centre
Zone Fitness opened on 29th January 2018 at Avon Close, Granby Industrial Estate, Weymouth and since that date the biggest gym in the South West has gone from strength to strength with membership, which is now just under 2,000 members. The gym & group exercise...
B2B Next Generation Expo
You might have to do a bit of travelling but just over the border coming up in October is this. A huge business to business expo which is free amazingly. Sometimes by widening your horizons you can learn a lot and meet people who want what you have to offer. The worst...
British Chambers Brexit Checklist
The UK’s impending departure from the European Union will bring change for businesses of every size and sector. While some companies are already planning for the challenges and opportunities ahead, Chambers of Commerce believe that all firms – not just those directly...
Testimonials
“The WPCC
Executive committee
Andrew Knowles
Past President
Craig Oakes
President
Julia Cohen
Vice President
Contact us
Use the form to get in touch with us and ask any questions you might have.
Alternatively, you can call us on 07730 135973.
Opening times:
Mon – Fri
0900 – 1700
Contact us
Use the form to get in touch with us and ask any questions you might have.
Alternatively, you can call us on 07730 135973.
Opening times:
Mon – Fri
0900 – 1700