Sedgemoor Chamber

Afternoon Tea Social Networking Event with Guest Speaker Becky Wright.
2021-09-10 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | The Old Vicarage, 45-51 St. Mary Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3EQ, United Kingdom
Come and join us for a traditional ‘Afternoon Tea’ in the stunning grounds of The Old Vicarage.
With Guest Speaker
Becky Wright of New Leaf Workplace Wellbeing
This 14th Century Grade II listed building in the heart of Bridgwater is situated overlooking St. Mary’s Church. Their hotel boasts 16 unique, comfortable en-suite bedrooms, many with beams and one with a wig cupboard. It also has an excellent restaurant and bar as well as a lovely marquee that seats 80 guests, surrounded by a glorious walled garden, perfect for your wedding and other numerous events such as our afternoon tea.
We will be joined by guest speaker Becky Wright from New Leaf Workplace Wellbeing. Becky will share her personal thoughts on Positive Re-connection, Restoration and Reskilling. She aims to take you on a journey into wellbeing, focussing on three themes and how to bring them into your workplace culture.
Becky Wright is an award-winning mental health trainer, retired psychotherapist and coach facilitating high-quality, intuitive wellbeing sessions for heart-centred businesses and individuals looking to make meaningful change. Since establishing New Leaf Life Design in 1992, Becky has delivered countless unique counselling, coaching and training sessions which have encouraged clients to lead lives that they love and achieve long-lasting fulfilment.
This is a great opportunity to start your weekend early and relax, enjoy the surroundings whilst you socialise and build new business relationships in a stunning setting.
On the Menu
Selection of finger sandwiches:
Pork, apple and sage sausage roll
Homemade scone, clotted cream and strawberry jam
Mini Eton mess
Lemon drizzle cake
Chocolate brownie
A selection of teas and coffees
Special dietary requirements can be catered for.
The bar will be open for personal purchases of cold alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Please state any special dietary requirements when booking in the ‘notes’ area of the booking form. Alternatively, please email tracy@bridgwaterchamber.org.uk
More about New Leaf Workplace Wellbeing:

New Leaf is a ‘next stage’ organisation which means it follows forward-thinking principles to reconfigure the traditional, fixed structure of the workplace and transform the way we view self-management. By similarly empowering clients to step into their intuition and embrace their creative imagination, Becky’s inclusive approach equips participants with the tools they need to navigate challenges and develop emotional resilience.
Becky is passionate about encouraging others to lead authentic lives that are rooted in intention whilst also mindful of the interconnectivity between who we are and where we fit into the world around us. The work that she facilitates for SMEs thus goes on to fund pro-bono work for vulnerable groups in the local area, allowing everyone that she works with the opportunity to act upon their corporate social responsibility and invest in wider mental health networks. She chairs the Somerset Mental Health in Agriculture group and is a business with a strong green centred heart.
Becky is also a published researcher, holding an MSc in Counselling Research and a postgraduate diploma in Counselling, She draws upon her long-standing industry experience, partnerships with initiatives like Mindful Employer, and her qualifications, such as her role as an MHFA Mental Health First Aid Instructor, to instigate powerful conversations that allow others to acknowledge their growth and turn over their very own new leaf. She won the Sedgemoor Business Awards 2019 for Innovation in Business.
Visit her website at www.newleaf.uk.com
The Venue

Chamber Summer Social BBQ
2021-08-18 18:30 (Europe/London) | Greenway Farm, Skimmerton Lane, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2AX, United Kingdom
OUR SUMMER BBQ IS BACK….
Come and join us for our summer social BBQ in the beautiful unique setting of Greenway Farm.
Don’t miss this fantastic, informal and enjoyable event tailored for local businesses to relax, socialise and build relationships in a stunning setting.
On the menu:
Chicken skewers, pulled pork, slow roast brisket, burgers and sausages.
Pulled Jackfruit for the vegetarians.
Followed by Pavlova, cheesecake, brownie, cheeseboard.
Teas and Coffees also included.

The bar will be open for personal purchases of cold alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
This is an evening event to make it more accessible to all businesses.

Meet the MP Networking Event
2021-07-23 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | The Canalside, Marsh Lane, Bridgwater,, Somerset, TA6 6LQ, United Kingdom
Ian is a great supporter of Bridgwater Business and works tirelessly to try and keep Bridgwater money within Bridgwater. He has supported the Chamber extensively and always enjoys meeting the business community at the yearly Chamber meet the MP event. Ian’s update of issues affecting the area and effects on local business are always very enlightening.
Why Attend?
A fantastic opportunity to meet professionals from other local businesses and to build relationships with them, gaining new contacts, information and support for your business.
To listen to views and ideas on the topics of the events and to raise your own points and opinions about these, and to gain information from the guest speakers. Last year’s event was a storming success so book your places now to avoid disappointment. Also get to ask the questions which are key to you and your business.
By attending you will –

Have an opportunity to meet key people shaping Bridgwater’s business future.
Develop strong business relationships.
Learn from business experts.
Hear from knowledgeable and interesting guest speakers.
Be able to raise your own points on the topics in discussion.
Chance to ask key questions.

A served buffet lunch along with teas & coffees are included in the price.

NatWest - The Power Of Social Media Workshop With Luv4 Marketing
2021-07-20 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/London)
The Power Of Social Media – Turn Why Into Wow….

NatWest invites you to this complimentary event hosted by Luv4 Marketing.

About this event

Is Your Marketing Achieving The Results For Your Business?
Leads drive growth. We will take you through the platforms that drive leads to your business together with how to have your campaigns running profitably from month 1
Whatever your efforts to date, you will take away key learnings of how to drive leads into your business from multiple sources and the difference between each.
Also learn;

How to benefit from a £11,000 government funded digital marketing apprenticeship.
Have a 90 day plan you will believe in
Have the confidence to grow

THIS EVENT WILL TAKE YOUR BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL
Limited places available

The Importance Of A 90-Day Plan
2021-07-08 14:00 - 16:00 UTC
Growth Club Workshop – 90 Day Planning Workshop

About this event

NatWest are pleased to working in partnership with ActionCoach to deliver this workshop.
It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day running of your business. Finding time to plan and to reflect can be extremely difficult.
In this engaging online workshop we want to help you step away from working in the business to working on the business. It aims to equip you with tools, actions and strategies to better prepare for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Why you need a 90-day plan
The unprecedented times we’re in mean it’s vital that all business owners have a firm plan and clear actions for the next 90 days. That plan may still need to adapt and change but having it in place is going to make a fundamental difference to how you continue to drive your business.
We’ve collaborated with ActionCoach to deliver this session to give you:
• energy, vision and focus for the next 90 days in your business
• practical business growth strategies you can implement right away
• a real plan to operate your business for the next quarter
• a completed workbook, with week by week tasks and strategies
• skills and tools to get more done in your business.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a clear picture of where your business will be after 90 days as well as a plan to get you there.
You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with other businesses in your area, facing the same opportunities and uncertainties, and be guided by the experienced ActionCoach team.
The Zoom link will be released to the attendees via their e-mail address prior to the start of the workshop.

Moving or Improving What’s Right for You?
2021-07-06 14:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London)
Thinking of moving or improving your home top tips.
With so many people working from home now more than ever, many ask themselves should they move so they can have an office or should they improve their current home?
Come and join us and the team from Barclays to help you find those answers.
This online event is FREE to attend and open to non-members of the chamber.

Mental Health Awareness for Line Managers ONLINE over two morning sessions
2021-07-06 09:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London)
Line Managers are ideally positioned to make the biggest difference to mental health in the workplace, but few know what to say or do

About this event

Mental Health Awareness for Line Managers
The Adult Mental Health Aware Programme held over two mornings:
6th and 8th July 9am till 12

Line Managers are ideally positioned to make the biggest difference to mental health in the workplace, but few managers know what to say or do when a colleague or team member discloses a mental health issue.
Employers have a responsibility to be proactive in developing positive mental health pathways. This should include training line managers to spot the early warning signs of mental health and provide them with the skills and confidence needed to intervene and have the supportive conversations necessary.
Training is part of the answer but should support an organisational culture of employee wellbeing.
This training aims to give line managers mental health awareness, essential communication skills to handle difficult conversations, and a broader understanding of how to promote a culture of wellbeing.
This One Day Course is independently evaluated for Continuing Professional Development purposes by The CPD Certification Service. This means our course complies with universally accepted principles of Continual Professional Development (CPD) and has been structured to meet the criteria of personal development plans. Participants receive a CPD Certification for attending.
The training is held on one day or two half days

Mental Health First Aid Training 2 Day Accredited Course
2021-06-30 09:00 - 2021-07-01 16:30 UTC
Adult MHFA Two Day course qualifies you as a Mental Health First Aider. This course is now being delivered online. We have trained 269 people as Mental Health First Aiders.
Online ~ 30th June and 1st July 2021
This course covers the areas listed below but not in this order.
Mental Health First Aiders have:

An in depth understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect wellbeing
Practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues
Confidence to step in, reassure and support a person in distress
Enhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening

They have received excellent feedback from recent attendees
“ I found this course so interesting and learnt so much. Becky, the instructor, was so good at delivering the information, and explained everything so well. I am really looking forward to helping people with mental health problems now, and feel I am 100% more equipped to do this after this course”. Amanda Stoodley Numatic
“I have had an amazing opportunity to become a MHFA . With the help of Becky Wright as a trainer, the experience I have taken away is as rewarding as new group of people I have been in training with. As a trainer Becky is knowledgeable and relaxing, the course is challenging and intense but Becky pulls the best from the group choosing the right speed and momentum to get the best from each person, turning the group into a team”. Chris Copeland Numatic
“It was a very interesting course, very well presented. I think everybody should have an understanding of mental health because mental health effects lots of people. Even though the course was on zoom, I felt it was very interactive and everyone was included. I really enjoyed the experience. Thank you Becky”. Steve Clark Lew Techniques Ltd.
New Leaf will be delivering this successful course online.

Chamber Chat Friday 25th June - Member Exclusive!
2021-06-25 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Online
Come and join us for our:
‘CHAMBER CHAT’
Chamber Chat is an informal opportunity to grab a cuppa and catch up with other Chamber members and discuss whatever is on your mind.
There’s no set agenda and we’ve talked about many things from the Chamber events, the regeneration of the town centre, the various business support packages that have been available and member business developments to just general conversations about subjects like the impact of the Covid lockdowns to learning to master the art of in-line skating etc.
To join us just click on the link below:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84050883650?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 840 5088 3650
Passcode: [REDACTED]
We look forward to ‘seeing’ there!

How to help your team to communicate more effectively
2021-06-22 10:30 - 11:30 UTC
As more businesses prepare to reopen, restructure, or further adapt to different ways of working, we’ve created a webinar for forward thinking organisations to explore the benefits of a people focused approach. Find out how to help people to reach their potential providing them with the skills to overcome challenges, communicate effectively and deal positively with conflict and difficult thoughts and feelings.
This informative webinar will inspire you to consider how you can develop your team’s skills to improve communication, increase engagement and productivity.
It will take place via Zoom on Tuesday 22nd June at 10.30am and is free to attend

Welcome Back to In-Person Networking - with Guest Speaker John Holden
2021-06-18 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Victoria Park Community Centre, Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7AS, United Kingdom
Come and meet new people in a safe and COVID-19 secure environment with Guest Speaker
John Holden of CABiz Networking

Our Guest Speaker, John Holden of CABiz Networking Events will be giving networking tips and support for transition back to face to face networking. John will also be happy to answer any questions you may have.

John is passionate about helping businesses grow through providing the skills to succeed. Since leaving the Royal Marines he has honed many years of experience into helping people find and understand what they are looking to achieve.
It’s also a great opportunity to network with other businesses in line with government regulations.
This will be a seated event with tables of 6, and masks will need to be worn when moving around the venue to use the facilities.
The price includes a light lunch of sandwiches and crisps which will need to be pre-ordered and will be plated and served at your table. Teas/coffees also included. We will email you direct with food choices once we receive your booking.
TICKETS ARE LIMITED.….So be quick to book yours and get your business back out there!

Chamber Chat Friday 11th June - Member Exclusive!
2021-06-11 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Online

Rapid Cash – What Is It All About, And How Does It Work?
2021-06-09 14:00 - 15:00 UTC
About this event

Rapid Cash – Unlock the cash in your unpaid invoices, fast.
At this event we will look at:
– What is it?
– Reasons our customers love Rapid Cash
– Application process
– Eligibility
– Q&A

The Power Of Lead Generation, Turning Why Into Wow….
2021-06-08 10:00 - 11:30 UTC
NatWest invites you to this complimentary event hosted by Luv4 Marketing.

About this Event
Is Your Marketing Achieving The Results For Your Business?
Leads drive growth. We will take you through the platforms that drive leads to your business together with how to have your campaigns running profitably from month 1
Whatever your efforts to date, you will take away key learnings of how to drive leads into your business from multiple sources and the difference between each.
Also learn;
– How to benefit from a £11,000 government funded digital marketing apprenticeship.
– Have a 90 day plan you will believe in
– Have the confidence to grow

We will be speaking on the following topics;

Your Website & SEO
Google & Paid Advertising
Social Marketing

THIS EVENT WILL TAKE YOUR BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL
Limited places available. Register Today

Chamber Chat Friday 4th June - Member Exclusive!
2021-06-04 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Online

NatWest Business Builder Workshop 10 - Continuity & Resilience Planning
2021-06-01 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Online
Building a resilient business is key to weathering any storms that might arise.
Business Builder events are designed to support and challenge users to develop the right foundations for their business; whether that’s how to write a great pitch, how to define their Business Model or navigate through a changing environment.
Each 60-minute event is tailored to meet a specific business need, offering attendees an opportunity to upskill in the company of other like-minded business owners, share experiences, and work through individual and group exercises to implement the learning into their own business.
These workshops run every Tuesday for 10 weeks starting on Tuesday 30th March 2021 from 09:30am – 10:30am.
Tickets can now be secured through Eventbrite for all workshops. It is recommended that attendees should try to attend the whole series of workshops to get maximum benefit.
The workshops will take place via Zoom and the code / password for this will be released to attendees prior to the start by NatWest Business.
ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FREE TO ATTEND
We look forward to ‘seeing’ you there.

Bridgwater United Sports Community Trust - LAUNCH WEEK FREE TASTER SESSIONS
2021-06-01 - 2021-06-05
Our New members, Bridgwater United Community Sports Trust, is a Community Interest Company (CIC), not for profit entity, ensuring that all revenue received is used for the development of sporting activities for the local Community.
To mark our official launch, a range of FREE taster sessions will be available to book. Giving the local community the opportunity to try our programmes before they begin later in the year and to shape our work with feedback.
The Trust aims to use the power of sport to tackle local issues and engage everyone, no matter their age, gender or background through a wide range of innovative programmes across four key areas:
HEALTH & WELLBEING
EDUCATION & EMPLOYABILITY
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
PARTICIPATION & DEVELOPMENT
All sessions will be held at: BRIDGWATER & TAUNTON COLLEGE Bath Road, Bridgwater, TA6 4PZ INDOORS – SPORTS HALL / OUTDOORS – 3G PITCH
HOW TO BOOK
Select the course you wish to book from the Event Timetable below.
Overview of each course is provided.
Click BOOK NOW to register your place.
Once courses are fully booked, you may wish to join our waiting list.
Further details see: Booking FAQ’s & Booking T&C’s
CONFIRMING BOOKING
Due to limited spaces, ALL places must be PRE BOOKED ONLINE
Confirmation of your booking will be sent by email.
WE CONTINUE TO FOLLOW GOVERNMENT GUIDELINES AT ALL TIMES.

Chamber Chat Friday 28th May - Member Exclusive!
2021-05-28 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Online

NatWest Business Builder Workshop 9 - Setting Goals To Keep Growing
2021-05-25 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Online
Having a plan in place is critical to keeping your business moving forward. In this session we’ll look at creating a long-term vision for your business
Business Builder events are designed to support and challenge users to develop the right foundations for their business; whether that’s how to write a great pitch, how to define their Business Model or navigate through a changing environment.
Each 60-minute event is tailored to meet a specific business need, offering attendees an opportunity to upskill in the company of other like-minded business owners, share experiences, and work through individual and group exercises to implement the learning into their own business.
These workshops run every Tuesday for 10 weeks starting on Tuesday 30th March 2021 from 09:30am – 10:30am.
Tickets can now be secured through Eventbrite for all workshops. It is recommended that attendees should try to attend the whole series of workshops to get maximum benefit.
The workshops will take place via Zoom and the code / password for this will be released to attendees prior to the start by NatWest Business.
ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FREE TO ATTEND
We look forward to ‘seeing’ you there.

Chamber Chat Friday 21st May- Member Exclusive!
2021-05-21 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Online

Mental Health Awareness for Line Managers training
2021-05-20 09:00 - 16:00 UTC
Our member New Leaf are delivering their next Mental Health Awareness for Line Managers training on:
Thursday 20th May 2021.
This training aims to give line managers mental health awareness, essential communication skills to handle difficult conversations, and a broader understanding of how to promote a culture of wellbeing.
This One Day Course is independently evaluated for Continuing Professional Development purposes by The CPD Certification Service. This means our course complies with universally accepted principles of Continual Professional Development (CPD) and has been structured to meet the criteria of personal development plans. Participants receive a CPD Certification for attending.
The cost is £149 per delegate for a full day of training. The training is delivered online and comprises a range of learning methods, activities and discussion topics to encourage maximum engagement and benefit. Delegates are provided with a Workbook and other practical tools and resources to use after the course has taken place.
We have been delivering this training since January 2020 and the feedback from line managers has been overwhelmingly positive:-

93% said they would recommend this training to others;
89% said that the training has increased their confidence in supporting someone who is mentally unwell at work;
96% said that the training would be useful in their work;
100% said that the trainers were knowledgeable and participation was encouraged;
96% said the materials distributed were helpful.

Responsibility for spotting the signs that employees may be struggling with their mental health often falls to line managers; this training provides the knowledge and tools to confidently manage such situations and know where to access support if needed.
The course is quality assured through CPD UK so delegate receive a certificate upon completion of the training.
Please note: we also run this course in-house for organisations that have 10-14 managers who can be trained in one session.

NatWest Business Builder Workshop 8 - Pivoting Your Business Model
2021-05-18 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Online
Embracing a culture of regular research, feedback and learning is crucial to developing a flexible and resilient business model.
Business Builder events are designed to support and challenge users to develop the right foundations for their business; whether that’s how to write a great pitch, how to define their Business Model or navigate through a changing environment.
Each 60-minute event is tailored to meet a specific business need, offering attendees an opportunity to upskill in the company of other like-minded business owners, share experiences, and work through individual and group exercises to implement the learning into their own business.
These workshops run every Tuesday for 10 weeks starting on Tuesday 30th March 2021 from 09:30am – 10:30am.
Tickets can now be secured through Eventbrite for all workshops. It is recommended that attendees should try to attend the whole series of workshops to get maximum benefit.
The workshops will take place via Zoom and the code / password for this will be released to attendees prior to the start by NatWest Business.
ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FREE TO ATTEND
We look forward to ‘seeing’ you there.

Chamber Chat Friday 14th May - Member Exclusive!
2021-05-14 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Online

NatWest Business Builder Workshop 7 - Building A Resilient Business Model
2021-05-11 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Online
Examine the 9 key areas of a business model and talk through the best practises for your business.
Business Builder events are designed to support and challenge users to develop the right foundations for their business; whether that’s how to write a great pitch, how to define their Business Model or navigate through a changing environment.
Each 60-minute event is tailored to meet a specific business need, offering attendees an opportunity to upskill in the company of other like-minded business owners, share experiences, and work through individual and group exercises to implement the learning into their own business.
These workshops run every Tuesday for 10 weeks starting on Tuesday 30th March 2021 from 09:30am – 10:30am.
Tickets can now be secured through Eventbrite for all workshops. It is recommended that attendees should try to attend the whole series of workshops to get maximum benefit.
The workshops will take place via Zoom and the code / password for this will be released to attendees prior to the start by NatWest Business.
ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FREE TO ATTEND
We look forward to ‘seeing’ you there.

Chamber Chat Friday 7th May - Member Exclusive!
2021-05-07 09:30 - 10:30 UTC | Online

NatWest Business Builder Workshop 6 - Managing Unexpected Growth
2021-05-04 09:30 - 22:30 UTC | Online
Effectively managing and forecasting growth is key to building a sustainable and resilient business.
Business Builder events are designed to support and challenge users to develop the right foundations for their business; whether that’s how to write a great pitch, how to define their Business Model or navigate through a changing environment.
Each 60-minute event is tailored to meet a specific business need, offering attendees an opportunity to upskill in the company of other like-minded business owners, share experiences, and work through individual and group exercises to implement the learning into their own business.
These workshops run every Tuesday for 10 weeks starting on Tuesday 30th March 2021 from 09:30am – 10:30am.
Tickets can now be secured through Eventbrite for all workshops. It is recommended that attendees should try to attend the whole series of workshops to get maximum benefit.
The workshops will take place via Zoom and the code / password for this will be released to attendees prior to the start by NatWest Business.
ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FREE TO ATTEND
We look forward to ‘seeing’ you there.

Chamber Chat Friday 30th April - Member Exclusive!
2021-04-30 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Online

NatWest Business Builder Workshop 5 - Writing A Great 60-Second Pitch
2021-04-27 09:30 - 22:30 UTC | Online
If you haven’t got a clear pitch, you could be missing out on opportunities to grow your business
Business Builder events are designed to support and challenge users to develop the right foundations for their business; whether that’s how to write a great pitch, how to define their Business Model or navigate through a changing environment.
Each 60-minute event is tailored to meet a specific business need, offering attendees an opportunity to upskill in the company of other like-minded business owners, share experiences, and work through individual and group exercises to implement the learning into their own business.
These workshops run every Tuesday for 10 weeks starting on Tuesday 30th March 2021 from 09:30am – 10:30am.
Tickets can now be secured through Eventbrite for all workshops. It is recommended that attendees should try to attend the whole series of workshops to get maximum benefit.
The workshops will take place via Zoom and the code / password for this will be released to attendees prior to the start by NatWest Business.
ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FREE TO ATTEND
We look forward to ‘seeing’ you there.

Chamber Chat Friday 23rd April - Member Exclusive!
2021-04-23 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Online

How to Generate more Customer Interest than your Competitors
2021-04-21 10:30 - 12:30 UTC
Learn to exploit the next step in digital trends, tips and tools – simply and straightforwardly – to improve engagement.
Wednesday 21st April, 10:30 – 12:30 BST
Join Barclays Eagle Labs and Silicon South to take control and master your Digital Marketing.
Digital marketing uses the latest technology to personalise marketing using a variety of inputs. It ensures that customer engagement is better targeted, relevant and effective. The implementation of digital marketing strategies is delivering significant increases in return on investment for businesses.
10:30 Current trends webinar – real user cases, outlined by market experts.
11:30 Deep dive – intimate, focused discussions with non-competing businesses.
Attendees can describe their specific challenges or opportunities and the expert will define plausible ways to implement them by using the technology discussed in the presentations. The break-out groups will have the opportunity to work with more than one subject matter expert.
