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Severn Valley Railway Members back One Railway Restructure
Members of the Severn Valley Railway Company Limited have voted to support the next stage of the SVR’s ambitious restructure plans, known as the One Railway project. At the Company’s Annual General Meeting at Kidderminster Railway Museum on Saturday 9 August, members...
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Severn Valley Railway Members back One Railway Restructure
Members of the Severn Valley Railway Company Limited have voted to support the next stage of the SVR’s ambitious restructure plans, known as the One Railway project. At the Company’s Annual General Meeting at Kidderminster Railway Museum on Saturday 9 August, members...
Member News
Dozens of Students Dressed to Impress Thanks to Kind Community Donations
An initiative to help university students dress the part for interviews and placements has proven a huge success. Placements are a big part of courses at the University of Worcester, and students often enter environments where they’re required to dress smartly....
Welcoming Steve Mosson, DRG’s New Head of Projects & Delivery
We’re excited to officially welcome Steve Mosson as the new Head of Projects and Delivery at DRG Interior and Building Solutions, who joined us in June 2025. With over 25 years of experience in construction management, Steve brings a wealth of expertise from leading...
Patron & Strategic News
Driving business growth through low-cost digital marketing solutions
Marketing is a powerful, accessible tool for driving business growth. By adopting a strategic and measured approach, you can expand your reach, build brand awareness, and attract and retain customers. IAB UK shared, 81% of UK SMEs consider digital advertising crucial...
Venues ordered to prepare following new terrorism law
Venue owners and operators are being urged to prepare for new terrorism laws being introduced following the devastating Manchester Arena bombings and ever-growing threat of terror attacks. The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, otherwise known as ‘Martyn’s...
Chamber News
Chair’s Report April 2024
There’s lots happening at the Chamber as we move, hopefully, towards Spring and Summer. Numerous events for all levels of membership, dinners, networking events and the Awards Gala in June. There will also be news regarding a re-vamped and enlarged Expo for October....
Welcome new Members!
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Barnsley Marshall Limited – Barnsley Marshall are structural and civil engineers with a well-diverse and experienced team in engineering, problem solving and customer service. Bee Lighting Ltd – Bee Lighting are...
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Introducing PABON HALL INTERNATIONAL Trade Negotiators to the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce!
My name is Lina Pabon, the founder and managing director of PABON HALL International Trade Negotiators. I am delighted to present my company to the public and make our services available to you. Our purpose is to bridge business and promotional interests between Latin...
Introducing PABON HALL INTERNATIONAL Trade Negotiators to the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce!
My name is Lina Pabon, the founder and managing director of PABON HALL International Trade Negotiators. I am delighted to present my company to the public and make our services available to you. Our purpose is to bridge business and promotional interests between Latin...
Policy News
The Quarterly Economic Survey for Q4 is now Live.
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey is live! By participating in this survey, your business will have a direct impact on government policy. Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce represents member views...
SME Divide Revealed on Environmental Targets
Ahead of COP 29, the UN Climate Change Conference in Azerbaijan, British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) research has found a clear divide among SMEs on environmental targets. The survey, by the BCC’s award-winning Insights Unit, shows around half of firms with more...
Skills News
Community Renewal and Shared Prosperity Funding: Restart Scheme Local Engagement Meeting – West Central
Event Name: Community Renewal and Shared Prosperity Funding: Restart Scheme Local Engagement Meeting – West Central Date/Time: Thursday 24 February at 2.00pm Event Description: Bridging the gap to the people who most need help Do you represent a public or private...
Businesses celebrating apprenticeship week
National Apprenticeship Week takes place from 7-13 February and looks to celebrate apprentices across the country and the value they bring to businesses. Hiring an apprentice is a fantastic opportunity for businesses to effectively grow talent and develop a skilled...
Charity News
Standing Together – Supporting our Hospices, securing our future
At St Michael’s Hospice, we are deeply saddened by the recent news of six regional Hospices having to reduce services and make the difficult decision of redundancies. These are truly challenging times for hospices across the UK, as rising costs and uncertain funding...
The Courtyard’s Legendary Pantomime Returns this Christmas with Sleeping Beauty
Following rave reviews of 2023’s smash-hit, Dick Whittington, The Courtyard’s award-winning, professional Christmas pantomime is back with Sleeping Beauty. Audiences will be transported into a fairy-tale world of magical mayhem and an enchanted slumber that only true...
UK-India Trade Agreement – A Big Deal For Business
Reacting to news of an agreement in principle for a free trade deal between the UK and India, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “A Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the UK and India is a huge boost to our economies and a welcome lift for our exporters....
BCC News
UK-India Trade Agreement – A Big Deal For Business
Reacting to news of an agreement in principle for a free trade deal between the UK and India, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “A Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the UK and India is a huge boost to our economies and a welcome lift for our exporters....
Worcestershire News
Volunteer’s Classic Car Goes the Full Distance as the SVR Celebrates 40 years for Kidderminster Town Station
Marking Kidderminster Town station’s 40th anniversary on 27 and 28 July will be an extra cause for celebration for one of the Severn Valley Railway’s volunteers. Peter Darkin will be exhibiting his beloved Morris Minor car outside the station during the commemorative...
Heritage Rail, Brick by Brick, at the Severn Valley Railway’s Brick Weekend
LEGO fans of all ages will be flocking to the Severn Valley Railway on 3 and 4 August, when the leading heritage line hosts a Brick Weekend, in partnership with LEGO UK Railway (LUKR). LUKR is a cooperative of amateur fans of LEGO who build and exhibit stunning model...
Herefordshire News
Dewsall Court: Elevating Corporate Events in the Heart of Herefordshire
We are thrilled to announce that Dewsall Court has recently become a proud member of the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, marking a significant milestone in our commitment to fostering local business connections and contributing to the vibrant...
The Haybarn Christmas Party
Christmas Party Event 2nd December at The Haybarn, Herefordshire Join us for a night of festive fun and fabulous food at The Haybarn. Book your tables for your company & team Christmas party or family & friends Christmas gathering. Saturday 2nd December...
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From Worcester to Wembley! Former city student leads AFC Wimbledon’s League One Return.
A former University of Worcester student is preparing for the 2025–26 season as AFC Wimbledon’s Director of Football, having helped guide the club to promotion via the League Two play-offs. Craig Cope, 32, has been the youngest Director of Football in the English...
UK Spared New US Tariffs
Responding to confirmation that new US tariffs on steel and aluminium should not affect UK exports, William Bain, the BCC’s Head of Trade Policy, said: “UK firms exporting steel or aluminium goods to the US will be relieved that tariffs will not double today. They now...
BCC Economic Forecast: Growth Upgraded But Concern Over Two Speed Economy
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Forecast (QEF) has increased growth predictions for 2025, but the UK economy will remain sluggish. Better-than-expected business investment in Q1 is forecast to boost GDP across 2025. Inflation is projected to...
Meet Herefordshire wine maker & sample wines at Hellens Garden Festival charity fundraiser
VISITORS to Hellens Garden Festival this weekend will be able to meet the team from an artisan Herefordshire wine maker and taste its award-winning products while also fundraising for charity (June 2025). Foxbury Fields Vineyard is at Hellens Manor, Much Marcle on...
Valley Railway delivers ‘biggest diesel gala of the year’
The Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Diesel Festival between 15 and 18 May welcomed more than 3,700 visitors and saw 20 locomotives in action, for what organisers believe was 2025’s largest diesel event on the preservation circuit. ‘What a fantastic show we put on!’...
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce work with Crosby Associates Media to relaunch Business Direction Magazine
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are delighted to announce their new partnership with Crosby Media Associates. The Chamber and Crosby Media will collaborate closely to ensure a seamless transition toward the end of 2025, with October/November and...
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