KSCC News
Maximising Your Marketing with the Salcombe Field of Light!
Uncategorized, Marketing, Salcombe, SouthHamsThe Salcombe Field of Light by Bruce Munro has arrived, lighting up Salcombe to raise funds for the RNLI’s 200th year. Beyond being a stunning visual display and an excellent opportunity for the RNLI to raise funds, it’s a fantast...
Bad internet in the South Hams? Here’s how you can change it.
UncategorizedIt’s a problem we hear consistently. ‘Why does my Wi-Fi run so slow at my business?!’ ‘I’ve changed providers and I’m still not getting good Wi-Fi’ ‘The internet service in the South Hams is rubbish!’ We get it – few th...
Field of Lights Salcombe
Business Club, Local BusinessWe were thrilled to host an incredible gathering of local businesses at the Church House Inn, Churchstow, for our inaugural Business Club event of 2024. The evening kicked off with an inspiring presentation by Phil Ward, the Fundraising ...
Chamber Chairman thanks Treasurer Peter Richardson
UncategorizedAfter 15 years at the helm of the Kingsbridge Salcombe and Modbury Chamber of Commerce Peter Richardson, who has been keeping our finances in order since 2007 has decided to take a well-earned break. Chamber Chairman James Spencer had ...
Recent Press Coverage
UncategorizedA quick round-up of some of the press that we secured from our recent business club with local MP Anthony Mangnall. With good coverage across the South Hams. Kingsbridge Today 22 January 2023South hams.com 25 January 2023SouthHams.com 10...
Chamber members discuss strategic priorities with MP Anthony Mangnall
UncategorizedWe were delighted to welcome our local MP, Anthony Mangnall, to our February Business Club at Thurlestone Golf Club to discuss one of the Chambers’ top strategic priorities: housing and transport solutions. The evening started with netwo...
Looking for staff? Use our jobs board at Kingsbridge Information Centre
UncategorizedChamber members can use our jobs board at Kingsbridge Information centre to advertise jobs to 16-24 year olds. It’s included as part of your membership and a great way to reach young people who may be looking for jobs locally....
Kingsbridge, Salcombe and Modbury Chamber of Commerce helping students at KCC
Uncategorized, Devon, Kingsbridge, Local, South HamsKingsbridge, Salcombe and Modbury Chamber of Commerce Chair James Spencer helped to conduct the mock interviews for the Year 13 Sixth Form Year at Kingsbridge Community College. In a voluntary role, James was asked by KCC as Chair of th...
Recruitment woes? Do smart business
Uncategorized, casual staff, devon business, devon business recruitment tips, devon recruitment, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, seasonal staff, South HamsBusinesses of all shapes and sizes are struggling to find the staff they need. Attention grabbing sky high hourly rates for casual, self-employed jobs are distorting the picture for everyone. Many business people feel their businesses an...
Spring Business Club
Business ClubGreat to see so many new faces and catch up with everyone at our Business club last Thursday. It was fantastic to see inside the newly opened Harbour Beach Club, sample their menu and enjoy a welcome drink from South Devon’s Hattiers Rum...
Autumn Business Club
Business Club, Business Club, Kingsbridge, Modbury, Networking, SalcombeIt was great to see so many local businesses at our Autumn Business Club meeting on 30th September at the Calancombe Estate, the first in nearly two years! It was a fantastic turnout despite the distinctly Autumnal weather. We had a fab...
Are You Starting a New Business?
Grant schemes, Local Business, Business, Devon, Kingsbridge, Local, Salcombe, South Hams, start upIGNITE! Are you starting a new business in Kingsbridge, Salcombe, Modbury or the surrounding area? Did you know we’re offering start up businesses in Kingsbridge, Salcombe, Modbury and the surrounding area the opportunity to apply for a...
Dress to Impress Enhance Your Business’ Visual Identity
Grant schemes, Local BusinessThe Summer may be over, but phase two of our “Dress to Impress” Grant Scheme is just beginning. Grants of up to £250 are now available to enhance your business’ visual identity, to attract customers all year round. We’re offering busi...
Message From Salcombe Town Council July 2020
Local Business, Business, Covid, Safety, Salcombe, Social DistanceSalcombe is going to feel quite different this summer because of the Coronavirus pandemic but, as we all try to get back on track, Salcombe Town Council has taken steps to try and make life safer for all residents, visitors and businesse...
OPEN FOR BUSINESS: The Winking Prawn and Island Street Bar & Grill
Local Business, Bar, BBQ, Breakfast, Business, Crab, Dinner, Island Street, Kingsbridge, Local, Lunch, Modbury, Prawn, Restaurant, Salcombe, SouthHamsThe Winking Prawn is back! The Winking Prawn and Island Street Bar & Grill are back, and they have shared everything you need to know to make the most of your visit this year. First and foremost, they have expressed their thanks to every...
OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Sabre Insurance Services
Local Business, Business, Devon, Financial, Insurance, Kingsbridge, Local, Modbury, Salcombe, Service, SouthHamsFollowing the recent changes to lockdown restrictions resulting in more businesses being allowed to open to the public, we have made a decision to offer our clients an appointment only service to visit the office. Our priority continues ...
OPEN FOR BUSINESS: South Sands Hotel from 4th July
Local BusinessSouth Sands Hotel are thrilled to announce that they will be reopening their bar for takeout drinks from Saturday 4th July. Check out the beautiful South Sands beach via the webcam, you could soon be sitting in the sun enjoying a nice...
Safeguarding jobs in the South Hams
Local BusinessLeading South Hams property management and housekeeping company and employer of 100+ local employees, launches Safeguarding Programme and a range of new job openings As the South Hams prepares for the easing of lockdown next month, every...
OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Simply Soulful Yoga, Therapies, Nutrition and SUP
Fun, Local Business, Devon, Kingsbridge, Local, Modbury, Nutrition, Salcombe, Simply Soulful, South Hams, SUP, Therapies, YogaNo matter where you are – near or far – please join me online – maintain your practise in the comfort and safety of your own home. Let’s aim to keep a sense of community and connection alive – support our immunity, emotional health...
OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Morgan Accountants Ltd
Local Business, Accountants, Business, Devon, Finances, Kingsbridge, Modbury, Professionals, Salcombe, South Hams, SupportWe are open in Duke Court, Kingsbridge, keeping all the safety measures in place for staff and clients. We also offer a courier service – free of charge – for those who can’t visit us and of course we can also arrange online advice cal...
OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Solvfinance Ltd
Local Business, Asset Funding, Colin Pearson, Contract Hire, Devon, Finance, Finance Lease, Hire Purchase, Kingsbridge, Modbury, Personal Contract Hire, Refinancing, Salcombe, Solv, South Hams, UK Wide, Vehicle DisposalWelcome to Solvfinance Ltd We are an independently run business, operating nationwide, and offering an efficient, professional service. As an independent we can offer a truly personal service and genuinely seek out the best finance solut...
OPEN FOR BUSINESS: The Trading Post – Gifts, Toys, Games, Presents, Bikes, Wetsuits & more
Fun, Bikes, Fun, Games, Kingsbridge, Leisure, Modbury, New, Repair, Salcombe, Services, South Hams, Toys, WetsuitsThe Trading Post Bikes is open each day 11 till 1pm for all things bike related. Spares, accessories helmets and repairs. Cycling has had a major boost during lockdown and we have been very busy with Bike sales and repairs each day. New ...
OPEN FOR BUSINESS MESSAGE FROM NOYCES: Hand Sanitiser Gel available in bulk
Local BusinessWe have some sensibly priced alcohol hand sanitiser gel in 500ml pump form and 100ml bottles, £5.99 and £2.99 respectively. I paid more than this selling price for the original batch of 100ml bottles that we managed to source in April!...
OPEN FOR BUSINESS: West Country Stoves
Local Business, Fire, Fire Pits, Quality, South Hams, Stoves, West Country, WoodburnersWe are open this week by appointment and we’re thrilled to announce that our showroom will be opening on Monday 15 June – Hooray! Our installers are back too, working within current guidelines. We have a great range of outdoor fire p...
Latest Natwest UK Regional PMI Report
Other News, Data, Economy, Employment, Financial, Industry, Purchasing, Reports, SurveysPlease find HERE a link to the latest (JUNE 2020) UK Services PMI® Report. Purchasing Managers’ Index™ (PMI™) data are compiled by IHS Markit for more than 40 economies worldwide. The monthly data are derived from surveys of sen...
Dementia Friends: Kingsbridge Dementia Friendly Community
Fun, Local Business, Advice Support, Caring, Community, Dementia, Friendly, Help, Herbert Protocol, Kingsbridge, Nurse, PoliceKingsbridge Dementia Friendly Community want the voices of those living with dementia in our community to be heard and valued; we aim to establish links with businesses and service providers to encourage all to improve services and increas...
Salcombe Regatta Closing Party
Fun, Local BusinessSaturday 10th August from 7pm, tickets £30 with 10% off for Chamber Members To celebrate the final day of racing at the infamous Salcombe Regatta, Gara Rock will be hosting the annual Closing Party. Gara Rock has become a firm favourite...
First Aid at Work Course
TrainingA Level Three ‘Emergency First Aid at Work’ course will be held on Wednesday 23rd May 2018 9 am – 4pm and Friday 29th June 2018 – 9 am – 4pm Venue: The Regal Club, Church Street, Kingsbridge, Devon TQ7 1DD Cost: £65 per person C...
Dementia Action Week
Other NewsNext week is Dementia Action Week. The Kingsbridge Dementia Friendly Community’s information stand is going to be in various locations across our community during the week. Saturday 19th May / 2pm – 4pm / High Nature Centre in East Por...
Funding Opportunities
Local Business, Charity, FundingMany of you are involved with local charities/groups/organisations, if you’re looking for funding in respect of specific projects please see the latest updates to Devon Funding News below: Innovate UK: Research & Development grants – Fun...
Triocean Surf are Hiring
Local Business, Career, Jobs, Surf, VacanciesDreaming of a summer surf job? Then we’ve got just the position for you… Triocean Surf, based near Bantham Beach, are looking for a Retail/Sales staff member this summer season to help run our thriving retail and equipment hire shop....
FREE HR Consultation – SpeakingHR
Local Business, FreeConsultation, HRConsultancy, HRServices, SouthHams, SpeakingHRHow could a free HR consultation help your company move in the right direction? Is an employee’s negativity affecting other team members’ and/ or company culture? Tried everything to improve an employee’s performance but nothing ha...
Dartmouth Self Storage
Local BusinessHere at Dartmouth Self Storage we have just completed our new extension and have indoor units from 15sq ft up to 200sq ft available for home and business use. Our individually alarmed indoor units have Pin Code access all day, every...
Join the team at Salcombe Distilling Company
Local Business, Employment, JobsPart/Full Time Warehouse assistant required to work across all aspects of the goods in/out process at our busy warehouse on Island Street, Salcombe. You’ll need strong organisational skills, a high level of attention to detail, be com...
British Chamber of Commerce
Other NewsPlease find a link below to complete the quarterly economic survey on behalf of the British Chamber of Commerce. If you can spare a few minutes please complete it, all information gathered will be collated and used by the British Chamber...
Simply Soulful Yoga & Events
Fun, Local Business, Retreat, YogaWeekly Yoga Classes – Beginner, Bootcamp, Glow in the Dark – Salcombe & Kingsbridge Special Events on in FEBRUARY & MARCH Essential Oils: A Gathering for a Lovely Nourishing Morning – The Hen House – £8.50 p/p – Saturday 24th Februa...
Start Point Finance
Fun, Local BusinessStart Point Finance have released their first episode on YouTube – would your bank go this far? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyD5MtykVq8...
South Hams Indoor Bowls Club
Fun, AdvertisingLooking for something to do for a social evening? Contact Bill at the South Hams Indoor Bowls Club as they can arrange a Social Evening of Bowls, Buffet, Music & Quiz Night for you and your business colleagues or friends and family. The ...
The Fitness Studio
Fun, Local Business, FitnessThe Fitness Studio are offering all members and their friends and family a free fitness test and consultation at the fitness studio during the month of March – all you need to do is book an appointment! Contact Anthony on 07854...
Fundraising Treasure Hunt
Fun, Museums, Team Building, Treasure HuntDon’t miss this unique ‘team building’ opportunity In Kingsbridge… Chamber members, the Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum, will be holding a Fundraising Treasure Hunt and Pasty Supper on Saturday 28th October 7.30pm – 10.00pm Tickets are £1...
Have your Christmas Party at The Oyster Shack
Fun, Local Business, Christmas Party, Groups, SeafoodLooking for something a bit different for your Christmas Party? Whether it’s for a party of 2 or 62, with our fantastic Christmas Menu, ample space for music and dancing, and of course the best fresh seafood, we can guarantee a Shacktast...
Autumn Wine Festival
Fun, Local Business, Event, WineHead to the South Sands Hotel on Wednesday 18th October as they celebrate both this Autumn’s grape harvest and explore the passion in creative wine making. Come and taste a range of wines, and enjoy delicious and imaginative food; ‘A...
First Aid at Work
Training, First Aid, TrainingNigel Whitmore is once again offering a Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work Course at The Regal Club, Church Street, Kingsbridge on Friday November 17th 2017 9 am – 4pm Cost £60 person – contact Nigel Whitmore on (01548) 581362 or...
South Hams Indoor Bowls
FunFollowing our successful evening with the South Hams Indoor Bowls Club last month, they have offered ‘Free 12 Months Membership’ to any KSCC Member that would like to further their experience at Indoor Bowling. Free Coaching can be arran...
Youth & Business Achievement Awards
Local Business, Apprentices, Awards, JobsThis year’s awards take place on Thursday 28th November and there’s still time to be involved as we are looking for one more category sponsor. The benefits to sponsorship include: ⦁ Effective Low Cost Up-Marketing for your business ⦁...
New Business Skills Workshops Available
Training, Marketing, Modbury, TrainingBusiness Information Point have added a number of new workshops topics over the next couple of months some of which are being held in Modbury. They are free to attend but numbers are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment....