Cockermouth Chamber of Trade

16/06/2026

How can businesses prepare for the summer VAT cut? Be prepared for the Government’s “Great British Summer Savings” initiative from June 25th. Read this all you need to know piece by COT members Armstrong Watson.

Prepare your business ahead of the temporary summer VAT cut from 25 June by updating systems, reviewing pricing strategies, identifying supplies and planning for compliance to maintain accurate financial reporting.

13/06/2026

Applications in by Monday 22nd June 2026 👇

Capital grants from £1,000 up to £49,999 with an average award of around £15,000 are being made available to rural micro and small businesses in Cumbria

02/06/2026

SHOP PREMISES TO LET 🔑 102 Main Street offers a good sized double fronted sales area, with rear kitchen, store room, and W.C. Available from August 2026.

For further details or to view, please contact Paul on 07751049413 or [email protected]

We'd also like to wish Maggie and Sarah from Recreate & Make best wishes for their new ventures after 4 years on Main Street. 💛

30/04/2026

Our relocated map board has been basking on Cockermouth's Main Street today, soaking up the glorious sunshine! ☀️

The boards are designed to aid locals and visitors alike, from locating points of interest, things to do, public loos and parking, to an easy QR link to the Cockermouth Town website - where an interactive map can be viewed along with much more further content and our business directory. Alternatively, a paper A3 map and guide can be purchased from the dispensers for £1.

This new board also highlights Market Place! With their cool bars, awesome shops, heritage museum, and great places to eat.

With thanks to the Market Place businesses for their support, and to Cash Access UK and Cockermouth Town Council for their assistance with the relocation.

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28/04/2026

A further congratulations to Jennings Brewery🍺 Claiming brewery of the year - Cumbria, at yesterdays My Local Awards.

Another award in the bag 🏆

Proud to say we are the Winners of 2026 Brewery of the year - Cumbria 🫶🏼

Thank you to everyone who voted for us!

28/04/2026

A huge congratulations to Ash and the amazing Deli Station team 👏

26/04/2026

TO LET 🔑 1 Main Street is a prominent ground floor premises suitable for a variety of uses.
The accommodation is open plan and retains some original features including wood panelling, ornate ceiling, and large windows overlooking the River Cocker.

If you’re looking for a Valuation on your property or land, please fill out your details and one of our dedicated agents will be in touch.

19/04/2026

Only ONE stand remains available! The response to our first ever business marquee at Cockermouth Show has been incredible. 🙌

Would you like to be our final business joining 20 local businesses?! We've got retailers, crafters, bakers, charities, and service providers - all coming together under one roof.

OPEN TO CHAMBER OF TRADE MEMBERS ONLY. Sign up below: https://cockermouthonline.co.uk/product/cockermouth-show-marquee-space/

Members, take part in our first ever marquee at the Cockermouth Show 2026. 🛍

We are delighted to announce a new Chamber of Trade initiative - the Cockermouth Town Retail Tent! A brilliant way for you to showcase your business, services, and products to the thousands of visitors that the agricultural show attracts each year.

Take a look at the email we sent out to all COT members today for further details. 📨

19/04/2026

We hope everyone is enjoying the latest Cockermouth Town magazine. 🌟 Our Spring issue continues to land on CA13 doormats for a final week, delivered by your postie.

Issues are also available from The Children’s Society shop, and the Cockermouth Library. Alternatively, an e-version can be viewed on our website: www.cockermouthonline.co.uk

If you'd like any copies for your business, please drop us a DM or email us on [email protected]

11/04/2026

Only 5 stands remain available! The response to our first ever business marquee at Cockermouth Show has been incredible. 🙌

Would you like to be one of the 20 businesses?! We've got retailers, crafters, bakers, charities, and service providers - all coming together under one roof.

OPEN TO CHAMBER OF TRADE MEMBERS ONLY. Sign up below: https://cockermouthonline.co.uk/product/cockermouth-show-marquee-space/

Members, take part in our first ever marquee at the Cockermouth Show 2026. 🛍

We are delighted to announce a new Chamber of Trade initiative - the Cockermouth Town Retail Tent! A brilliant way for you to showcase your business, services, and products to the thousands of visitors that the agricultural show attracts each year.

Take a look at the email we sent out to all COT members today for further details. 📨