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Planning your Dorchester trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Dorchester such as events and attractions, to make your Dorchester visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Dorchester, you’ll find everything you need for your Dorchester holiday on Whats On In Dorchester.com. Our What’s On Dorchester guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Dorchester – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Dorchester by checking out our Dorchester News and Events Calendar page.

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Dorchester News May 26, 2025

British Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey

The Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) is the UK’s largest and longest-running independent survey of business sentiment.
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Dorchester News May 15, 2025

UK economy has grown more than expected

The UK’s economy grew by more than expected in the first three months of 2025 according to the latest official figures
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Dorchester News April 18, 2025

Dorchester Town Council hold an Informal Annual Meeting

Dorchester Town Council has announced the date for this year’s Informal Annual Town Meeting being held at the Corn Exchange on Friday 9 May from 11am-1pm. 
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Dorchester Chamber for Business

  • DataGardener’s May 2025 Business Insights Report
    by Steve Bulley on June 16, 2025 at 4:09 pm

    A lot can change in just one month — and May was no exception. New businesses started, others closed, and key trends began to take shape across the UK. See Data Gardener's report in full. The post DataGardener’s May 2025 Business Insights Report appeared first on Dorchester Chamber for Business.

  • REACTION: Spending Review Must Be A Catalyst For Growth 
    by Steve Bulley on June 11, 2025 at 3:38 pm

    Reaction: Rachel Reeves has announced an extra £29bn per year for the NHS in England,  funding boosts for defence and housing, as she set out spending plans until the end of the decade. The post REACTION: Spending Review Must Be A Catalyst For Growth  appeared first on Dorchester Chamber for Business.

  • Festival of Archaeology Comes to Dorset
    by Steph Addison on June 9, 2025 at 9:49 am

    Across Dorset, there will be many ways for people to improve their wellbeing through our programme of events and activities that will create opportunities for people to give, be active, learn, take notice and connect. The post Festival of Archaeology Comes to Dorset appeared first on Dorchester Chamber for Business.

  • DCH Charity Celebrates Extraordinary Weekend of Fundraising
    by Steph Addison on May 29, 2025 at 4:14 pm

    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. The post DCH Charity Celebrates Extraordinary Weekend of Fundraising appeared first on Dorchester Chamber for Business.

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