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Make it your Business – 11th April

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Mike

You may be a young professional, mum, or returner. You may be a student recently graduated or approaching the end of your studies. Perhaps you have started to think about the option of self-‐employment. Maybe you have always held a dream to follow a particular passion. Most likely, you are also attracted to the idea of determining your own destiny,…

AGM and Executive Committee for 2018

Posted on March 13, 2018 by Mike

With the snow continuing to fall outside and the wind rattling the windows, members who braved the elements to attend the AGM on the 27th February heard Chairman Martyn Green present his overview of 2017 and roundly thank the executive and membership for their input and support during the year. The full version of the Chair and Executive report can…

Love Brixham at Tourism Exhibition 2018

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Mike

For the second time, Brixham Chamber of Commerce took a stand at the Tourism Exhibition held at the Riviera centre in Torquay. The main purpose of this was to promote Brixham as a tourist destination and to launch our Brixham Guide for 2018. The guide, which has been produced under the “Love Brixham” brand, was very well received and everybody…

Chairman’s End of Year Report, February 2018

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Mike

Download the full version of this report (pdf) Chairman’s Perspective Before I begin on our various initiatives, I would like to thank every member of the executive for their dedication and commitment to both the Chamber and the community of Brixham. Their contributions have been vital to the success of the Chamber this year and they have freely given of…

Shoalstone Pool recovering from storm damage

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Mike

Storm-battered Brixham aims to bounce back after a weekend which saw huge waves pounding the port’s vulnerable waterfront. A crowdfunding web page has raised £5,000 in a single day towards repairs to the community-owned Shoalstone Pool. As the combination of high winds, low pressure and spring tides brought havoc to Brixham, the Water’s Edge kiosk and cafe at Shoalstone was…

#Dynamic Devon

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Mike

DYNAMIC DEVON! One Day Conference Thursday 22/03/2018 Delivered by Devon Chamber of Commerce Timings 09:00 – 16:00 Ticket Prices Devon Chamber Members £30 +VAT Non-Members £50 +VAT Here are some of the topics which will be covered: ·Where does The Great South West fit in? Heart of South West – LEP’s working together Why Chambers need to focus locally and…

Pirate Festival 2018

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Mike

For anyone who may not have heard, the Brixham Pirate Festival Committee has now announced that they have been able to raise sufficient sponsorship for their festival to go ahead. This is good news and we wish them every success. However, from comments made to Brixham Chamber of Commerce executive members, I think a few people have got their wires…

Save the date – 8th March, Tourism Showcase/Exhibition

Posted on January 29, 2018 by Mike

On Thursday 8th March 2018 the English Riviera BID Company will be staging the annual English Riviera Tourism Exhibition and new Group Holiday Showcase at the Riviera International Centre in Torquay. For the first time, and in addition to local accommodation, attraction and food and drink businesses attending this popular event, over 50 national Group Operators and Group organisers will…

2018 Events Boards

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Mike

As per the last few years, Brixham Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate the diversity of events taking place within our rich and vibrant community by putting together and publishing event posters for display around the town. This year, however, we are also producing an A4 version of the poster that can be downloaded, printed and displayed in any interested premises. .jpg…

Time and Tide Bell

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Mike

Brixham has been selected as the site for a Time and Tide Bell, one of many located around the shores of the UK and this will be a great opportunity for our local community and tourists to explore our shores and for Brixham to be part of a nationwide network of Time and Tide Bells. These Time and Tide bells…