Latest Updates From Surrey Chambers CEO – 8th July 2022
8th July 2022
Following Rishi Sunak’s speech at our recent British Chambers of Commerce Conference, we had no idea what would unfold less than a week later. We hope the decision by the Prime Minister to resign will finally bring this chapter of
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Tax measures to help individuals cope with the financial impact of COVID-19
27th April 2020
ax partners at the Guildford office of Smith & Williamson, the professional and financial services group, discuss measures announced by the government to help individuals cope with the financial impact of COVID-19. Though the primary concern may be public health,
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Businesses invited to step up for Surrey 5 Peaks Hikeathon
24th July 2020
Local charity, The Surrey Care Trust is asking businesses to make miles of smiles for disadvantaged people in Surrey by entering a corporate team in the big Surrey 5 Peaks Hikeathon across the stunning Surrey Hills on Saturday 12 September.
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The AIG Women’s Open at Walton Heath
9th February 2023
In 2023, the AIG Women’s Open will be played at Walton Heath Thursday 10th August – Sunday 13th August The 47th AIG Women’s Open will be held for the first time at Walton Heath in Surrey this summer. The
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Brooklands Museum looks to its past to refresh its look
22nd July 2019
Brooklands Museum in Surrey occupies 32 acres on the site of the world’s first motor racing circuit and huge aviation manufacturing factories which made it a household name for much of the twentieth century. Since opening as a public
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In celebration of YUnique Marketing’s 5th anniversary the company is gifting marketing support to the business community
30th March 2021
YUnique Marketing is 5 years old! We are proud to be celebrating 5 years since the incorporation of YUnique Marketing Ltd. Founder of YUnique Marketing Jarmila Yu comments “As every business owner knows, the first few years of any
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Lythe Hill Hotel raises over £3,000 for Stepping Stones School
24th January 2020
Lythe Hill Hotel staff and guests have been working hard to raise money for Stepping stones school and with charitable events throughout the year, primarily at the Christmas Market and at the Haslemere hounds event, they raised £3,257.95 for the
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BCC/TSB: Businesses need flexible financial support to recover from pandemic
8th September 2020
Results from a BCC poll, conducted in partnership with banking group TSB, reveals that many firms have taken on debt during the pandemic and require flexible repayment solutions to rebuild their revenues and avoid an unsustainable debt crisis. Those who haven’t taken on debt, but may
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Calling all speakers for TEDxWoking 2019
22nd May 2019
Woking Works is delighted to announce that the global phenomenon TEDx is returning to Woking’s WWF-UK Living Planet Centre on Friday 6 December, under the theme of ‘Collaboration’, and potential speakers for this exciting event are now invited to put
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AOA Airport Recovery Plan Shows Urgent Need For Government Action
15th February 2021
On Wednesday 3rd February, the Airport Operators Association (AOA) is publishing its Airport Recovery Plan, based on a report commissioned from business consultancy Steer. With the pandemic having taken a turn for the worse and governments everywhere taking steps to
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An Update from G-Live
21st July 2020
G Live in Guildford, Surrey’s largest and best live entertainment venue, closed its doors to the public on Monday 16 March 2020 following the Prime Minister’s announcement that theatres “should be avoided” due to the fight against Covid 19. For
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Big band show is a blast for Hospice
29th October 2019
Buoyed up by a message of support from Hollywood superstar Lily James, a fundraising big band night in aid of Princess Alice Hospice raised the roof on Saturday 12 October. The star of Downton Abbey, Baby Driver and Cinderella also
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Princess Alice Hospice shows what it takes to be the best
7th October 2019
Seven doctors, 1,040 litres of washing up liquid, 1,008 Santa suits, 1,415 volunteers and 13 window cleaners – this is just some of what it takes for Princess Alice Hospice to provide exceptional end of life care each year. Princess
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Professor Brian Cox Leads Action-Packed Brooklands Innovation Academy 2023
5th October 2023
400 students participated in hands-on and exciting STEM event (03/10/23) Brooklands Innovation Academy (BIA) 2023 led by Professor Brian Cox at Brooklands Museum. HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh was in attendance. The event celebrated diversity and draws from Brooklands’
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The Q1 2024 Quarterly Economic Survey is now LIVE!
20th February 2024
The Q1 2024 Quarterly Economic Survey is now live! The QES is a unique opportunity for local businesses to have their voices heard by providing insights through the QES directly to the policymakers who closely monitor the survey, such as
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BCC launches Chamber Business Awards at London Stock Exchange
25th March 2019
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), on Thursday 7th March, launched its flagship Chamber Business Awards at London Stock Exchange. Northcoders, last year’s winner of the ‘Business of the Year’ award had the honour of opening trading at the London
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New study from Women in Business Expo uncovers the challenges women face in the workplace
12th August 2019
43% of women in the South East know someone who had to give up work due to childcare costs Farnborough, UK. 9 August 2019 – New research from Women in Business Expo has found a lack of flexibility and issues
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Charles Russell Speechlys ‘Highly Commended’ as South of England Probate Law Firm
19th May 2021
19 May 2021 – Charles Russell Speechlys in Guildford was ‘Highly Commended’ at the UK Probate Awards 2021 in the category of Best Probate Law Firm, South England. The UK Probate Research Awards, known as the Probies, recognise excellence in
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Guildford Shakespeare Company brings school children into local care home for second year.
6th August 2019
Spirit of Youth, the intergenerational drama project from Guildford Shakespeare Company (GSC), unites local school children and care home residents to create their own version of a Shakespeare play. Spirit of Youth first began last year when children from Weyfield
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Woking’s New Victoria Theatre Announced New Season From April – December 2023 – The Theatre Will Also Debut New Auditorium Seating
20th April 2023
The New Victoria Theatre in Woking has released their newest brochure announcing full details of their upcoming season, which will see award-winning plays and musicals visit the Surrey venue alongside a collection of the UK’s most acclaimed comedians. Alongside
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