Welcome to Bideford Chamber of Commerce.
The Objectives of Bideford Chamber of Commerce are:
- To encourage and facilitate the development of a strong and sustainable local economy in the commercial centres of the Bideford area.
- To encourage the small trader, together with the larger retailers, to create a diverse range
- of dynamic retail outlets concentrated in the commercial centres.
- To preserve the unique identities of Bideford and all EX39 postal code areas.
- To use all means to help publicise, market and support the area.
- To nurture a relaxing, tourist-friendly environment to which visitors will want to return.
- To work with all appropriate organisations to encourage and attract manufacturing, technical and other permanent skills-based activities to widen and strengthen the permanent economy of the district.
- To promote the objectives of the Chamber through our web site, by meetings, discussions, lectures, debates, conferences and other appropriate functions
- To promote the voice of local businesses.
There are also many benefits to being a member and these include discounts such as:
- Free attendance to “How to” Business Advisory Evenings
Andy Tanton – Painter & Decorator– 10% discount on all jobs
Baths Photographic - Photographer –Free portrait enhancement on all portraits usually £25
Bazaar - Gift and Furniture Shop– 10% off all non sale gift items (excludes furniture)
Bideford Health Food Store –5% discount off all non food items including bodycare and sports nutrition and supplements
Bill Smith Jewellers – free insurance valuations
Braddicks Furnishers– minimum of extra 5% Discount (Above normal discount) on all goods over £100
Cafecino Plus – Restaurant- Free Room Hire in Arriba suitable for business meetings/interviews or private parties
Century Gallery -Free Insurance Valuations
Complete Computing – 5% discount off competitively priced computer items
Coversure - Insurance Broker- £60 saving on all policies
Dial Associates - Communications–3rd month of all line rental free of charge, plus much more Dream Bathrooms – Planning and Installation of bathrooms – 10% discount on all jobs.
Fusion Jewellers – 10% discount on all non designer silverware
North Devon Gazette and Advertiser – 15% off all advertising space/features
Get Set Design – Prints, picture and gifts – 5% Discount on all non-sale goods.
Health and Harmony – spa treatments– 10% discount on all standard rates on massage/facials etc.
Hughes Opticians – 25% off complete specs
Maynard Johns Chartered Accountants and Business Advisors – Free hour consultation for business advice plus much more
Link Magazine – 15% off for new advertising with chamber members
Michelle White Fitness - Gym– 10% discount on membership. Ring for details
Nat West Bank – Period of free banking and much more
North Devon Journal – Free ½ page slot acquired by the Chamber where one member per month is nominated to answer set questions.
Polypress – Stationers - 10% discount on all full boxes of materials.
Tantons Hotel –10% off accommodation and/or meals
Thomas and Son Jewellers – Free Battery fitting on all batteries purchased.
Zero Seven – Mobile phones–free consultation, 10% discount on standard rates plus much more
The fees for joining Bideford Chamber of Commerce are:
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Membership Categories and Fees | |||
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Category |
Employees* |
Vote |
Fee |
|
Associate individual members # |
None |
No |
£25.00 |
|
Full member |
1-10 |
Yes |
£50.00 |
|
Full member |
11-20 |
Yes |
£100.00 |
|
Full member |
20+ |
Yes |
£200.00 |
* Number of employees is the full time equivalent employees or working owners
# This category is only available to individuals that are not business owners
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Becoming a Member