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SUMMARY:Business Conference: Focus on Growth 2025
DESCRIPTION:Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce invites you to our first Focus on Growth Conference\, a dynamic event designed to CONNECT\, PROMOTE\, and SUPPORT the thriving local business community. Whether you’re a startup\, an established business\, or simply looking for insights into the latest opportunities in Bridgwater and beyond\, this conference is your chance to gain valuable knowledge\, connect with like-minded professionals\, and build pathways to success. \n \nWhat to Expect\nThis full-day event will feature expert speakers\, networking opportunities\, and sessions covering key topics like funding\, sustainability\, and local development. Here’s the agenda: \n9:00 am – 9:30 am: Arrival and Registration\nKick off the day with tea\, coffee\, and a warm welcome. Collect your name badge and event materials. \n9:30 am – 9:45 am: Introduction\nRoger and Matthew will provide a warm welcome\, introduce the day’s agenda\, and outline the objectives of the conference. \n9:45 am – 10:30 am: Session 1 – Local Authority Update\nPresenters: Representatives from Bridgwater Town Council and Somerset Council\nGain valuable insights into upcoming developments\, local strategies\, and growth opportunities within Bridgwater and Somerset. \n10:30 am – 11:15 am: Session 2 – Funding Opportunities\nPresenters: SWIG Finance & The FSE Group. Discover the latest funding programmes and resources available to support businesses across the South-West\, including eligibility criteria and application tips. \n11:15 am – 11:30 am: Morning Break\n11:30 am – 12:30pm: Session 3 – Net Zero and Sustainability\nPresenters: Gravity & Balanced Energy\, B Corp. Learn about practical steps and solutions for achieving Net Zero\, with a focus on sustainable practices that can help businesses reduce their carbon footprint. \n12:30 pm – 1:15 pm: Lunch Break\nSavour a light lunch and continue networking with fellow professionals. \n1:15 pm – 2:15 pm: Session 4 – Hinkley Point C and Agratas Development\nPresenters: Andrew Cockcroft(Head of Stakeholder Engagement and Social Impact – Hinkley Point C) & Nick Cooper(Community engagement Manager)/ James Gaskin(Head of Procurement at Agratas) and Paul Dempster(Operations Director Sir Robert McAlpine).\nExplore the latest updates on the Hinkley Point C development and its associated opportunities\, as well as an update on Agratas\, progress\, opportunities and the benefits for the local economy. \n2:15 pm – 3:00 pm: Session 5 – Bridgwater and Taunton College\nFocus on skills requirements for the future and training opportunities provided by the Ofsted rated “Outstanding” Bridgwater & Taunton College. \n3:00 pm – 3:45 pm: Networking and Farewell\n \n  \nWhy Attend?\nThis conference is designed to empower local businesses by providing: \n•Valuable insights into regional growth and development. \n•Funding opportunities to support business expansion. \n•Practical solutions for sustainability and Net Zero goals. \n•Networking opportunities with peers\, experts\, and community leaders. \n•Included refreshments and lunch \n  \n \n 
URL:https://sedgemoorchamber.co.uk/chambers-events/business-conference-focus-on-growth-2025/
LOCATION:Bridgwater College\, Bridgwater College\, Bath Rd\, Bridgwater TA6 4PZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business strategy,Business Training,Networking
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SUMMARY:Charity Race Night
DESCRIPTION:Join Royal British Legion for an exciting and entertaining evening at the Charity Horse Race and Film Night\, taking place on Friday\, 11th April 2025\, at the Sea Cadet Hall in Bridgwater. Doors will open at 7:00 PM\, with the first race starting at 7:30 PM. Tickets are available for £5\, which includes light refreshments. You can purchase tickets from the RBL Touchpoint on Queen Street\, Bridgwater (TA6)\, or by texting 07834 594344. Alternatively\, you can inquire via email at welcome@rblbridgwater.co.uk.
URL:https://sedgemoorchamber.co.uk/chambers-events/charity-race-night/
LOCATION:Sea Cadet Hall\, Seaward Dr\, Bridgwater TA6 3FJ\, Bridgwater\, Somerset\, TA6 3FJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Member Led Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250414T090000
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SUMMARY:Bridgwater United Community Sports Trust - Easter Camp
DESCRIPTION:Bridgwater United Community Sports Trust are delighted to announce the return of our Easter Holiday Camp at FairFax Park.\nRunning 14th – 17th April. These camps are designed for young people to have fun\, socialise\, meet new friends and learn new skills.\nAn unforgettable day of fun and learning. Enjoy multi-sports\, creative art activities\, STEM Sphero Robots\, penalty shootouts\, explore the Stadium\, a healthy lunch and practical healthy eating tips. 9am – 1pm |\n📍 Fairfax Park Stadium 8-11 yrs Boys & Girls Location – Fairfax Park\, College Way\, Bath Rd\, Bridgwater TA6 4TZ Spaces are limited!\nWhat to bring: Plenty to drink Suitable indoor trainers and football boots (Most likely we use the outside grass facilities if weather allows) Any medical equipment such as inhalers\, epi pens etc Any questions please get in touch with community@bridgwaterunitedfc.com or tom.chandler@bridgwaterunitedcst.co.uk
URL:https://sedgemoorchamber.co.uk/chambers-events/bridgwater-united-community-sports-trust-easter-camp/
LOCATION:Bridgwater United Football Ground\, Fairfax Park Stadium\, College Way\, Bridgwater\, TA6 4TZ
CATEGORIES:Member Led Event
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SUMMARY:Somerset Disability Confident Employer Network
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Somerset Disability Confident Employer Network event! Join us on Tuesday 15th April 2025 at 10:00 AM at Bridgwater & Taunton College\, Bridgwater Campus. This in-person event is a great opportunity for employers in Somerset to come together\, share best practices\, and learn how to create more inclusive workplaces for individuals with disabilities. Don’t miss out on this chance to connect with other like-minded professionals and make a positive impact in your community. See you there! \nWebsite link for tickets – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/somerset-disability-confident-employer-network-tickets-1298924250399?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://sedgemoorchamber.co.uk/chambers-events/somerset-disability-confident-employer-network/
LOCATION:Bridgwater College\, Bridgwater College\, Bath Rd\, Bridgwater TA6 4PZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free events
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SUMMARY:The Local Biz Quiz Showdown!
DESCRIPTION:Quiz Night at The Activity Warehouse \nDate: 23rd April \nCost: £20 per team \n  \nEvent Overview\nJoin us for an enjoyable evening of trivia\, friendly competition\, and networking at our first Quiz Night! This is an excellent opportunity to challenge your colleagues\, build team spirit\, and unwind with fellow professionals. \n  \nTeam Details\n•Team Size: Up to 5 participants per team \n•Who Can Join: Company teams or groups formed by members of different local businesses \n•Eligibility: Open to both members and non-members \n  \nWhat to Expect\n•Engaging Trivia: Enjoy a variety of challenging questions that encourage collaboration and teamwork. \n•Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with local business professionals. \n•Prizes: Exciting rewards for the winning teams – prize details will be announced soon. \n  \nAfter you have signed up\, we will be in contact with you to confirm your team for the night.
URL:https://sedgemoorchamber.co.uk/chambers-events/the-local-biz-quiz-showdown/
LOCATION:The Activity Warehouse\, 5 E Quay\, Bridgwater\, TA6 4DB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T110000
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SUMMARY:Chamber Chat
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Chat is a weekly online event hosted by us at Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce. Open to members and non-members\, this is your opportunity to connect with the local business community\, share best practices\, and discuss challenges in a safe\, supportive environment. \nWhether you’re a long-time member or new to the Chamber\, Chamber Chat offers something for everyone: \n• For Members: Strengthen connections with fellow members\, share ideas\, and discover opportunities to collaborate. \n• For New Members: Learn more about the Chamber\, meet Roger Smith (our General Manager)\, and explore how to make the most of your membership. \n• For Non-Members: Get a taste of what the Chamber has to offer and see how joining could benefit your business. \nThis informal session is the perfect way to start your Thursday. Grab a cuppa\, take a moment to relax\, and enjoy being part of this business community. Whether you’re looking to solve a business challenge\, build relationships\, or simply catch up with others\, Chamber Chat is the place to be. \nJoin Zoom Meeting: Join here\nMeeting ID: 823 6187 8612\n 
URL:https://sedgemoorchamber.co.uk/chambers-events/chamber-chat-9/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Free events,Networking,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250425T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250425T160000
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SUMMARY:The Dryad Way Workshop
DESCRIPTION:WAKE UP YOUR IMAGINATION AND WAKE UP YOUR LIFE. Friday 25th April 9.30am till 4pm Bridgwater  \nIt’s time to connect to nature and fire up your life. This one-day experimental workshop is designed to connect you to the Dryad life of the forest and the magical spirit that lies within us and nature. We will work with the Dryad Story\, the portals of nature and images which will fire up our imagination. \nThere will be time for lunch and reflection. \nOur creativity is constantly creating a sense of the world that we are living in\, we can sometimes feel as if we are creative only when it relates to a product for sale. When we learn to trust the imaginative process something very interesting emerges. We start to experience the embodied imagination which can in turn start to wake up our life. \nBecky Wright – Workshop Facilitator\nBecky is passionate about helping others find joy and self-awareness\, teaching courses in meditation\, self-confidence\, and resilience. Combining this with her love for Dryad Gin\, she trained as a distiller\nand crafted her first bottle in summer 2022\, bringing people together through meaningful connections. When not distilling\, Becky researches new botanicals and enjoys nature. She graduated from The Awen Training School with Ian Rees. The training works on development of the creative imagination and involves contemplating the roots of inspiration and the capacity of the imagination to heal and transform ourselves and the world. She studied under Ram Dass\, Ajahn Santacitto\, and Tim Freke. \nNo booking link so its an email to hello@dryadgin.co.uk its £85.00 per person
URL:https://sedgemoorchamber.co.uk/chambers-events/the-dryad-way-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Member Led Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250429T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250429T170000
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SUMMARY:Environmental Space Living Lab - The Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:Member Led Event: Bridgwater & Taunton College\n🌿 You’re Invited: Launch of the Environmental Space Living Lab (ESLL)\n📅 Tuesday 29th April | 📍 Bridgwater & Taunton College\, Cannington Campus | 🕒 3pm – 5pm \nAt Bridgwater & Taunton College\, we understand just how important our land-based industries are to the South West. That’s why we’re committed to supporting the skills\, knowledge and innovation needed to help them thrive. But we know we can’t do it alone. Collaboration is key. \nWe’re excited to invite you to the official launch of our Environmental Space Living Lab (ESLL) – a new\, flexible space designed to bring people together\, spark ideas and encourage practical solutions to the environmental challenges we all face\, made possible through collaboration with Catapult Satellite Applications and Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership. \nThe ESLL is a place where education meets industry. By working with partners across engineering\, energy\, and land-based sectors\, we aim to explore emerging technologies and develop real-world responses to the climate emergency. From knowledge exchange and curriculum development to hands-on projects and shared problem-solving\, the possibilities are endless. \nThis event is a chance to explore the space\, connect\, collaborate and see how we can make a difference together and hear from our guest speakers. \nHear from our Guest Speakers \n– Bennamann Ltd in partnership with CNH Industrial will discuss how their innovative technology is leading the way in livestock farming through the capture and processing of waste emissions to generate better than Net Zero gas \n– Smarter farming from the sky; explore how drone technology is solving todays agricultural challenges\, presented by OSCAM and Autospray Systems. \n– Hear from Kingshay about the emerging opportunities to step into the world of research for Land Management \nSign up for your free ticket now. We look forward to welcoming you.
URL:https://sedgemoorchamber.co.uk/chambers-events/environmental-space-living-lab-the-launch-event/
LOCATION:Bridgwater and Taunton College – Cannington Campus\, Rodway Hill\, Cannington\, Bridgwater\, TA5 2LS
CATEGORIES:Free events,Member Led Event
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SUMMARY:Bridgwater Here and Now
DESCRIPTION:Bridgwater Here and Now\nWith an exclusive talk from Professor Terry Stephens – destination and place-making specialist \nDon’t miss the Bridgwater Here and Now event\, a unique opportunity to connect\, learn\, and grow – all for free! Whether you’re a local business owner\, aspiring entrepreneur\, or simply passionate about improving your digital skills\, this event is designed for you. \nJoin us for an eveneing packed with inspiring talks\, hands-on digital marketing training\, and exclusive insights from destination and place-making specialist\, Professor Terry Stephens. \nDon’t wait – space is limited\, so reserve your spot today and be part of the Bridgwater Here and Now event! \n \n  \n 
URL:https://sedgemoorchamber.co.uk/chambers-events/bridgwater-here-and-now/
LOCATION:The Old Vicarage\, 45-51 St. Mary Street\, Bridgwater\, Somerset\, TA6 3EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free events
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