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WELCOME TO THE SEVENOAKS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
We have proudly served local businesses since 1911 and today our membership spans a diverse and engaged business community. The Chamber is open to everyone with business interests in the Sevenoaks District, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.
The Chamber hosts networking events, workshops, webinars and other activities to connect local business owners and provide:
- Opportunities for growth, both professionally and individually
- Access to resources from member experts
- Community involvement and local charity support
- Camaraderie – a place to troubleshoot and to champion
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Salary or dividend for company owners and directors?
For some time, it has generally been the case that dividends have offered company owners and directors a cost effective and flexible remuneration option compared to a bonus or salary. However, the gap between the two has narrowed in the past few years, and with the...
Sometimes you just had to be there!
What has the humble biscuit tin got to do with IT support? You will just have to read on to find out! (Clue – it is not to make sure you have a stock of treats for when your friendly IT technician visits, although these are certainly welcome.) In a post-pandemic...
THE ROLE OF DIRECTORS – blog by CooperBurnett
An offer of employment as a director or a promotion to the position of director in a company is, of course, usually viewed as positive news. As well as a change in job title or status, it also usually involves a pay rise and other additional benefits being offered to...
Want to run the London Marathon – Here is your chance!
Squerryes launches Summer Vineyard Experiences
Squerryes launches Summer Vineyard Experiences The summer months are the perfect time to visit Squerryes in Westerham near Sevenoaks to enjoy a relaxing time outdoors with family and friends. Choose from coffee or lunch at the Garden Café which has superb views across...
Oliver Bussell Joins the team at CooperBurnett
Oliver Bussell, who has almost 20 years’ experience in planning and related areas of public law, joined the Commercial Property team at CooperBurnett as a Partner in June. Having worked at a multi-office firm in Kent and Sussex for seven years he was aware of the...
The Lavender Walk: Shoreham to Castle Farm blog by Bishopsgate Copywriting
Riverside decks on the Darent, ShorehamVisitors in the lavender fieldsLavender fields and hop bines at Castle Farm in the Darent ValleyLavender fields and hop bines at Castle Farm in the Darent ValleyThe Mount Vineyard (pic taken in March)The Samuel Palmer,...
Tunbridge Wells Legal Walk – Thanks from Citizens Advice
We would like to say a huge thank you to all the local legal firms who took part in the Tunbridge Wells Legal Walk on June 28 to raise money for our charity (Citizens Advice in North & West Kent). You can see all the teams listed HERE We are also very grateful to...
Simply Luxury Escapes – Expanding and Moving!
We are excited to announce, we are moving offices to now include a shop front, in the exclusive town of Tunbridge Wells in Kent. After many years of being tucked away online, we have decided to expand the business and set up our first customer facing shop. This new...
The West Kent Mind Silent Auction – is back!
6th - 15th OCTOBER 2023 Last year you helped us to raise an incredible £9,000 in our silent auction by donating and bidding on some special prizes. This year we are appealing for your help again to make the auction even bigger and better! If you could donate a...
WALK TONBRIDGE FESTIVAL 2023
CooperBurnett is excited to be supporting the Walk Tonbridge Festival for a third year running – a ‘celebration of walking, Tonbridge, community and countryside’. A highlight of the Festival will once again be the Walk Tonbridge Marathon which, this year, takes place...
Employment Contract Review – Special Offer from Warners
A fixed fee of £500 plus VAT if instructions are provided by no later than 30 September 2023. This is a great deal as you will receive a 26% reduction to our usual fee of £680 plus VAT. As an added bonus, if following this review, you instruct us within two weeks of...
HAVE YOUR SAY – Sevenoaks Town East to West Walking, Wheeling & Cycling Route consultation
We’re working with Kent County Council to deliver a new walking, wheeling and cycling route connecting the east and west of Sevenoaks town. The route will provide a safe, environmentally friendly alternative to the car, helping to improve our health and air quality...
South East Property Expo – 19th September
Thackray Williams are pleased to announce that the Expo is back for a 6th year - with plenty of exhibitors, a packed seminar schedule and great food it is a day not to be missed! Our key speaker for this year is TV Property Expert & Former Professional Footballer,...
#menomoney – a chance to watch Tracey Taylor’s recent presentation
The Oaks Specialist College – Outstanding Ofsted
We are excited to finally be unembargoed and be able to share that we have unwrapped our OFSTED report and have been awarded OUTSTANDING in ALL AREAS It is extremely rare for a new provision to be given this on their FIRST inspection – and we are delighted to share...
CooperBurnett team walks 500km for Demelza
A team from the Tunbridge Wells-based law firm CooperBurnett LLP has raised more than £5,500 for Demelza – which the firm’s Partners have pound-matched, resulting in the children’s hospice charity receiving more than £11,000! The ‘magnificent seven’ – Partners...
Rockdale – Garden Tours & Residents’ Art & Craft Exhibition
3rd July 2023 As part of our 75th Anniversary celebrations, please join us for a tour of our gardens with our Head Gardener, Annette, followed by refreshments in the Beatrice Wilson Common Room where you can enjoy an Art & Craft Exhibition showcasing our...
Bullying and harassment at work… or is it banter?
By Natasha Smith, Senior Associate, CooperBurnett LLP Given the recent headlines about a rise in bullying and harassment cases at work being reported, it may come as a surprise that there is no specific legal definition of, or prohibition on, bullying in the...
Using Artificial Intelligence in Your Business – CooperBurnett
By Russell Brinkhurst, Partner, CooperBurnett LLP It appears that talk of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has come to the fore recently, with headlines predicting AI could eventually threaten civilisation as we know it. However, in the meantime, businesses are...
Are your customers satisfied?
Customer satisfaction is a crucial part of any successful business. Why? So, you can boost customer loyalty, continually attract new business, and ultimately – increase profitability. According to the Institute of Customer Service, service issues cost UK firms £9.24bn...
Squerryes Restaurant in Westerham Wins first AA Rosette
With a 300-year history Squerryes, in Westerham, near Sevenoaks, is known for its award-winning vintage sparkling wines and has a well-deserved reputation for its popular Winery Restaurant, Cellar Door, Estate Deli and Garden Café. This month Squerryes received the...
Reward your staff with the TN Card
Warners Solicitors Hires New Head Of Corporate
Corporate lawyer Andrew Hawkins has joined Warners Solicitors as a Partner and Head of the Corporate Team. Andrew is an expert in all aspects of corporate and commercial law, from share and asset sales, MBOs, private equity investment and shareholder agreements to...
Lime Tree Workshop
LIME TREE WORK SHOP, is a beautifully designed coworking space located in the heart of Sevenoaks, on Lime Tree Walk. The space offers hot desks for those looking to pop in and work for a day or half day, meeting rooms which can be hired externally, dedicated desks,...
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