The Prime Minister yesterday announced a tightening of restrictions in England to curb the number of daily infections as the country continues to battle COVID-19. Key points include: Working from home where possible; Restrictions on opening hours for pubs, bars and restaurants; Extension of the use of face coverings for all parties in retail and […]
The successful Winter Wonderland the town has welcomed for the last two years has been put on hold amid the Coronavirus pandemic, and instead a Covid-conscious seven-week long event (13 November to 3 January) is planned to celebrate the festivities. The event will see the return of the Bethlehem tree, the much-loved reindeer and other lighting […]
We are thrilled to announce that the 10th Arts by the Sea festival will go ahead, in a revised COVID-friendly format this September! With safety firmly in mind, there will be a limited number of ticketed outdoor events which will allow for social-distancing, as well as a digital programme of engaging workshops and live-streams. For […]
After a difficult economic period for many, the Back to Business campaign aims to give local businesses a helping hand by providing them with an opportunity to promote their brand across AFC Business’ social media platforms and the club website. The initiative means that every current and new AFC Business member will be put into […]
Dorset Growth Hub have opened up applications today for the Dorset SME Recovery Grant. This grant is a result of the Government announcement that a share of £30 million would be distributed to each Local Enterprise Partnership, including a £10 million Kick-starting Tourism Package for small businesses in tourism sector and a further £20 million […]
The Government has introduced the Kickstart Scheme to encourage employers to offer 6-month work placements for 16 to 24-year-olds who are on Universal Credit. The Kickstart Scheme provides funding to employers to cover 25 hours per week at the relevant National Minimum Wage plus Employers National Insurance and Employers Minimum Automatic Enrolment Contributions. Not advised […]
The Government has announced £20m in funding to help SMEs in England recover from the effects of the COVID crisis. SMEs can access grants for new technology and other equipment. The grants can also be used for professional, legal, financial and other advice to assist in their recovery. Typically, the grants will be awarded up to […]
Since March 2020 when our world at work completely changed courtesy of Covid-19, the topic that seems to be top of the list of many businesses’ agenda at the moment is, sadly, Redundancy. As we approach the end of the timescale for the Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (ending October 2020), many organisations are reviewing […]
A BCP Council scheme to provide safer space for cycling and walking on Boscombe and Southbourne Overcliff Drives, which was intended to relieve pressure on the promenade, and where concerns about speeding traffic have been a barrier to switching local journeys in that area, will be delayed to allow more time for dialogue with local residents. The scheme was not planned to close the area to cars or prevent clifftop parking, but only to […]
Ammtek Ltd – more information coming soon!
Oceana Hotels is a group of five hotels in Bournemouth comprising of the Suncliff, Mayfair, Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa and the Four Star properties the Cumberland and Best Western Hotel Royale. All are located in the East Cliff area, three sea front hotels, many with stunning sea views.
Boasting 12 modern and contemporary flexible conference and meeting facilities suitable for all types of business & social events.
There are also over 380 stylish bedrooms designed with comfort in mind. We offer excellent food with fresh produce, service, entertainment and leisure facilities. There are two outdoor pools and two indoor pools, one of those being our newly refurbished pool at the Suncliff Hotel. Our Asian Themed Day Spa has five treatment rooms and is located in the Ocean Beach Hotel and Spa offering treatments for men and women. There is our Overcliff Pub at the Suncliff serving pub classics, happy hours and Open Mic nights. Other food outlets are our Italian Café at the Ocean Beach, Royale Grill Room at the Best Western Hotel Royale and Award Winning 2 AA Rosette Ventana Grand Café at the Cumberland Hotel.
With dedicated friendly Sales co-ordinators, we can make your event important, enjoyable and unforgettable.
Contact Sales on 01202 298350 or email sales@oceanahotels.co.uk www.oceanaeventsbournemouth.co.uk
AFC Business is AFC Bournemouth’s free to join business club. As a member of AFC Business, you are able to attend regular business events from breakfast meetings to senior level Directors’ Dinners and Lunches. You will have the opportunity to network with a range of organisations across the region and promote your company to other members. As a member you will receive a host of benefits including room hire discount at Vitality Stadium for functions, conferences or parties. For further information about the business club, email commercial@afcb.co.uk or call 0344 576 1910.
The Bournemouth and Poole College is one of the largest further education colleges in the UK. We pride ourselves in offering a friendly and supportive learning environment with a broad range of courses and qualifications backed up by superb facilities and resources. We promise to provide learning and development opportunities for all, offering choice, quality and value for money.
The College is a “jigsaw” of diverse cultures and specialist areas. These specialist areas are known as “Faculties”. Each Faculty provides the expertise of motivated and highly qualified staff with resources and facilities specific to the curriculum or subject area.
Castlepoint Shopping Park is a unique retail experience. Located on the edge of Bournemouth, it’s the perfect venue for the big shop.
Open late and easily accessible, Castlepoint offers free parking for 3,000 cars. Convenience and freedom shopping, fashion and leisure, in a modern friendly location.
is a leading global financial services firm with a presence in Bournemouth for 30 years. The location is a technology and operations centre, resulting in a diverse range of career opportunities. An active ‘Supporting the Community’ programme provides assistance to local voluntary organisations, charities and schools.
Rawlins Davy PLC trading as Rawlins Davy solicitors & Mediators is a Bournemouth based commercial law company. In 2008, after trading conventionally as a partnership for over 150 years, a ground breaking decision was made to respond to changing demands of commercial life, including the importance of business transparency, by incorporating as a Public Limited Company.
The solicitor directors of Rawlins Davy PLC strongly believe that their clients benefit not only from their company’s ongoing commitment to delivering a professional service of the highest calibre and proven technical excellence, but that they are uniquely positioned to respond to their clients’ needs and aspirations in these testing times.
The directors offer a service tailored to the needs of companies and business clients, from start-ups to those with turnovers in excess of £100 million, providing commercial property expertise together with commercial litigation, planning and employment support for their client businesses and those projects undertaken by them
The company’s Private Client Department responds to the more personal requirements of their clients with particular emphasis on Inheritance Tax matters.
Part of the Global group, Dorset’s radio station Heart is packed with all your favourite shows and big name presenters including Heart Breakfast with Rich Clarke and Zoe Hanson, Celebrity presenters including Emma Bunton, Stephen Mulhern and Emma Willis.
Alongside Heart Global own and broadcast other stations such as Capital, Smooth, LBC, Radio X and Classic FM.
Alongside its ‘Turn up the feel good’ proposition, Heart is committed to bringing you the very latest news from across Dorset, plus up-to-date traffic and travel reports when you need them most.
And for businesses of all sizes throughout the county, Heart offers a full range of innovative and exciting multi-platform advertising opportunities.
To find out how you can give your business some Heart, please contact Karyn.head@thisisglobal, our Managing Director who would be delighted to hear from you…
Tune into Heart across Bournemouth and Dorset on 102.3 FM, DAB digital radio, at heart.co.uk and on the app and via Smart Speakers
TC Group is the professional services partner for you, your family and your business.
We provide more than just bespoke high quality accountancy and tax support, but also professional legal, HR, and financial planning services.
As an Accountancy Age ‘Top 60’ firm of chartered accountants our expert knowledge and experience has enabled us to provide clients in the Bournemouth region with the highest quality financial solutions..
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