Brentwood Chamber of Commerce

15/06/2026

Do join Pinney Talfourd LLP for their 'Bites and Business' free networking event.
We hear they put on a great breakfast! 😋

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https://bit.ly/4o2OFPf

📍Pinney Talfourd, Upminster
📆 Thursday 25th June
🕘 7.45am

15/06/2026

⭐ NEW MEMBER WELCOME⭐

Please welcome new Chamber member, FFT Plumbing and Heating.

"FFT Plumbing & Heating provides professional plumbing and heating services across Brentwood and Essex.
Our services include plumbing repairs, leak detection, bathroom plumbing, shower resealing, boiler servicing, boiler repairs, and general maintenance.
We are committed to reliable service, quality workmanship, and customer satisfaction."

📍Brentwood
🌐 http://www.fftplumbing.co.uk
📩 [email protected]
📱 07955809774

11/06/2026

Join us for the new look Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast.

This month we will be offering breakfast at The Holiday Inn, Brentwood

Whether you’re a long-standing member or new to the Business Breakfast, this is a brilliant opportunity to connect, collaborate and grow your local business in a welcoming and professional setting.

Members and non members welcome.

If you’re looking for more than a room of business cards, Brentwood Chamber of Commerce offers a professional, supportive, and proactive environment where your business can thrive. Each business gets a 30 second slot to address the room and explain about their business along with plenty of opportunity before and after breakfast for informal networking and following up on potential connections.

These breakfasts sell out quickly so get in early to book!

https://brentwoodchamber.co.uk/event/july-business-breakfast-3/

10/06/2026

📢 Local independent businesses can apply for grants of up to £2,000 through the Beyond the High Streets Grant Fund.

Funding is available for external improvements including shop signage, repainting, gutter repairs and accessibility adaptations. Eligible businesses include village stores, rural pubs, farm shops, garden centres and other independent retail, hospitality, leisure and service businesses outside Brentwood, Shenfield and Ingatestone town centres.

⏳ Funding is available on a first come, first served basis.

To apply, businesses will need quotes, photos and supporting documents. Find out more and apply at www.brentwood.gov.uk/funding or contact [email protected] for advice.

09/06/2026

🌟 Are you an outstanding employer?

Our Employer of the Year Award celebrates businesses that put their people first, invest in their teams and create great places to work.

If your organisation is making a difference for its employees, we'd love to hear your story.

Don't miss the chance to gain recognition, celebrate your team and be part of this year's Brentwood Chamber of Commerce 2026 Business Awards.

www.brentwoodchamber.co.uk/business-awards/best-employer-of-the-year-award/

⭐EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR
Sponsored by

This Award will celebrate organisations who value their employees by creating a positive, inclusive environment that attracts, retains and develops talent within the workplace.

Unlike individual awards, this focusses on the company culture, investment in people and the overall employee experience highlighting that looking after staff is a priority.

CRITERIA: Must have been trading for a minimum of 2 years and be located within the Brentwood Borough

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https://brentwoodchamber.co.uk/business-awards/best-employer-of-the-year-award/

Headline Sponsor Pinney Talfourd LLP
Media Partner

08/06/2026

‼️FEW SPACES REMAINING!!! ‼️

Following on from a successful Introduction to AI workshop held last November, the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce, working in partnership with Brentwood Council, are bringing back David Bell from Simboc to present a series of five focused half day sessions on AI.

This workshop will focus on - AI for LinkedIn Growth
- How AI can help small businesses optimise profiles, create engaging posts, and build consistent visibility on LinkedIn with less effort.
Don't forget to bring your laptop as these workshops are hands on and practical!

Arrive from 8.30am for teas, coffees and pastries and informal networking.

The cost is £10 for Chamber members, £15 for non-Chamber members. Any non-members must be based in the Borough of Brentwood. Spaces will be limited to 20 per workshop so please book early and a maximum of 2 people from the same business.

All workshops will be held at the Holiday Inn Brentwood. FREE Parking has been arranged for attendees of the workshops.

BOOK HERE
www.brentwoodchamber.co.uk/chamber-events

03/06/2026

Another fantastic Brentwood Chamber Business Breakfast this morning at Brentwood Town Football Club with 45 local business people in attendance.

The room was buzzing with conversations, new introductions and plenty of referrals being passed around the tables.

Just some of the referrals exchanged included:

Tree Surgeon to a Celebrant
Chamber of Commerce to a Building Society
Restaurant to a Charity
Energy Provider to a Beautician
Chartered Surveyor to a Local Authority
Accountants to a Mortgage Broker
Hotel to a Celebrant

This is exactly what Chamber networking is all about, helping local businesses connect, collaborate and grow.

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning. We look forward to seeing you at the next event.

📸 Photo credit to the fantastic Thank you

02/06/2026

SUMMER BBQ WITH LIVE MUSIC 🎶🎤🎸

Yes that's right! Our Annual Summer BBQ will now have the exciting addition of LIVE MUSIC!
We are thrilled to announce that 'OASIS Only' will join us for a live set on Wednesday 8th July at Brentwood Rugby Club.

Included in the ticket price is a delicious burger or hot dog from the BBQ along with sides and the bar will be open for all of your beer, wine and soft drink needs.

A perfect chance to enjoy a relaxed summer evening of food, drinks, networking, live music and good vibes.

The BBQ is open to all, so bring your colleagues, associates or friends and kick back and enjoy!

Book through our website
https://brentwoodchamber.co.uk/event/summer-bbq-3



Brentwood Connected

01/06/2026

OUR JUNE NEWSLETTER IS LIVE!

A jam packed edition with information on the Havering Data Centre, AI workshops, Election news and upcoming events.

Read in full>>
https://brentwoodchamber.co.uk/newsletters/

28/05/2026

Councillor Nicky Cuthbert has been appointed Mayor of Brentwood for 2026/27

A Shenfield Ward councillor since 2022, Cllr Cuthbert has strong roots in the borough and says she’s “truly honoured” to represent a community she cares deeply about.

During her mayoral year, she’ll support local organisations and has chosen Challenging MND as one of her charities, recognising its incredible work supporting people living with motor neurone disease. A second charity will be announced later this year.

Councillor Ben Rigby has been announced as the new Deputy Mayor of Brentwood.

Read more in the full press release https://orlo.uk/28Nwz

📩 To invite the Mayor to your event email [email protected]