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Christmas at the Castle
We’re excited to unveil the most prestigious event in Norfolk’s festive calendar, so if you’ve been waiting for a reason to dust off your dinner jacket and celebrate Christmas in truly memorable style, it doesn’t get much better than this.
Mark your advent calendars – Christmas as the Castle, an exclusive black-tie evening within the historic Norwich Castle Keep, is taking place on Friday, 5th December. With special guest speaker, Rory Bremner.
One of Europe’s most spectacular 12th-century buildings, this architectural icon in the Norwich skyline has just completed a £27.5 million restoration, and for one special night, it’s being reserved entirely for our members and the wider business community to experience its magnificence as few ever will.
You’ll step into the same great halls where royalty once celebrated Christmas back in 1121. You’ll dine by the glow of a central fire pit in the magnificent Royal Palace Banqueting Hall. You’ll enjoy a refined three-course banquet, live string musicians, and a special performance by renowned satirist Rory Bremner. And you’ll do it all surrounded by business leaders, peers, and friends, in a setting of immense historical significance that most people will never experience.
Places are strictly limited. You can either book an individual seat or a table, or you have the option to book an entire table so you can enjoy this experience with your colleagues, clients, and friends.
Members – £100 per head or £1000 for a table
Non-members – £150 per head or £1500 for a table
Please click the hyperlink below to book your places. This will take you to a booking form to input your details:
Co.Spark Round Table
After a fantastic first Co.Spark session that left attendees buzzing with ideas and inspiration, we’re back this January for another energising morning of collaboration, creativity, and practical business insight.
Co.Spark brings together business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals from across Norfolk in a unique mastermind-style format. Each session offers the chance to share challenges, gain honest feedback, and discover fresh perspectives that can help move your business forward.
Here’s what attendees said about our first event:
“A great way to meet like-minded business owners and get genuine, practical advice.” Joe Cain
“Exceptional insight and supportive feedback… it’s rare to find such genuine, collaborative learning in a networking environment.” Kathy Ennis
“A wisdom bath. Really helpful, in-the-room advice from people who know business.” Patrick Hussey
Whether you’re a Bright Spark (emerging entrepreneur) or a Co.Spark mentor (seasoned business leader), this is your space to share, learn and grow together.
Join us this January to ignite your ideas, strengthen your strategy, and connect with the people who’ll help you make it happen.
Places are limited: Book early to secure your spot!
‘A Great Opportunity to Help Shape Skills Policy and Funding’ – Norfolk and Suffolk LSIP Kick Off Keystone Employer Groups
The Norfolk and Suffolk LSIP have continued their collaboration in tackling the skills challenges and gaps faced by businesses across the region. Introducing “Keystone Employer meet ups” which bring together businesses to provide actionable feedback to tackle skills challenges in their sector.
The Keystone Employer groups cover a vast range of sectors, with meetings already getting underway. Last week businesses from the Health and Social Care sector and the Agri-tech/food sector met up to share their voice, raise concerns and provide guidance on how their sector can benefit.
The Health and Social Care Group identified the initiative as a real opportunity to explore sector specific training and workforce challenges in depth. There was a shared view from the Agri-tech/food group who identified the meeting as a chance to create a collaborative network to guide the development of the sector.
Andrea Wilson, Senior Skills Advisor “The first LSIP Keystone Employer Meetings have been really encouraging, we’ve had thoughtful discussions, valuable insights, and a clear sense of shared purpose as we move forward.”
Share your voice, guide future training and become a Keystone Employer.
Register your interest here: Keystone Employer – Register your interest – Fill out form
Annual General Meeting
The Norfolk Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting (AGM) offers an important opportunity to reflect on our achievements over the past year, learn about our plans for the year ahead and and have a say in the direction of the Chambers.
During the AGM, members are able to engage directly with Chambers leadership, ask questions, and gain insight into how we continue to support businesses across the region.
Open to all Chambers members, the AGM reflects our commitment to transparency, accountability, and member representation.
Whether you’re a long-standing member or new to the Chambers, connect with the business community, stay informed, and be part of shaping Norfolk Chambers’ future.
Meeting Papers:
To attend the Norfolk Chambers AGM, click here to book.
West Norfolk Networking
Join us in Kings Lynn for a session of networking. Agenda 08:00 – Event Start and Networking 09:00 – Welcome by Norfolk Chambers of Commerce 09:30 – Networking 10:00 – Event Close Speaker TBC
Who is it for? Anyone is welcome at this event, and it is open to both members and non-members. Refreshments We will be providing a selection of coffee/tea/water and squash. Please inform us of any dietary requirements upon booking. Cancellation policy If you have booked tickets for this event and can no longer attend, please notify us at hello@norfolkchambers.co.uk.
CBAM Policy Update: What UK Exporters Need to Know
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The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) continues to develop, creating new compliance requirements for UK businesses. This session will cover the latest policy updates, reporting obligations, and their impact on exporters – particularly those in carbon-intensive sectors. Whether you’re supplying EU importers directly or through UK supply chains, staying on top of EU CBAM is essential.
Speakers:
Mitch Perks, Deputy Director of Trade Services, British Chambers of Commerce
Emmanuel, Head of Training and Consultancy, ChamberCustoms
Valeria Vigilante, Europe, East Asia, and Digital Trade Lead, Business and Trade
William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, British Chambers of Commerce
Saving Through Special Procedures: How to Reduce Duty Liability
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Special procedures such as customs warehousing and inward processing can deliver significant savings – but they are often underused. This session will explore how these procedures work in practice, what compliance involves, and how UK businesses can reduce duty liability while improving trade efficiency. Case studies and expert guidance will show how to unlock the benefits.
Speakers:
Mitch Perks, Deputy Director of Trade Services, British Chambers of Commerce
Emmanuel Gianquitto, Head of Training and Consultancy, ChamberCustoms
Marika Majewska, Customs Development Executive, ChamberCustoms
Understanding US Tariffs: Classification and Origin
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With multiple substantial US tariff changes this year – from the removal of the de minimis exemption to amended steel and aluminium duties – the tariff landscape is more uncertain than ever. This session will guide UK exporters through classification and origin essentials, explain the documentation required, and highlight recent developments affecting trade. Through real-world examples and expert insight, we’ll help you manage risk and simplify export operations to the US.
Speakers:
Emmanuel, Head of Consultancy and Training, ChamberCustoms
Paul Wrighting, Documentation Trade Training & Compliance Manager, British Chambers of Commerce
Brian Staples, President, Trade Facilitation Services
William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, British Chambers of Commerce
Customs Compliance in Practice: What Customs Audits Really Look Like
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This practical session goes beyond theory, drawing on ChamberCustom’s first-hand experience of supporting businesses through customs audits. We’ll share lessons learned from the field, explain what auditors focus on, and show how businesses can spot and fix compliance gaps before they become issues.
By the end of the session, you will have a clearer understanding of how to conduct effective internal reviews, how to avoid the common pitfalls we see during audits, and how to embed a culture of compliance across your organisation. The session is ideal for businesses that want to reduce risk, strengthen their customs processes, and feel fully prepared when the auditors arrive.
Speakers:
Marika Majewska, Customs Development Executive, ChamberCustoms
Mitch Perks, Deputy Director of Trade Services, British Chambers of Commerce
Emmanuel Gianquitto, Head of Consultancy and Training, ChamberCustoms
FTA Utilisation: CPTPP and Cumulation in Action
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Discover how UK businesses can maximise the benefits of Free Trade Agreements, with a spotlight on the CPTPP and the principles of cumulation. Using real-world examples, we’ll explain how rules of origin apply and what traders must do to qualify for preferential tariffs. This session is ideal for exporters seeking to unlock new opportunities in global markets.
Speakers:
Emmanuel Gianquitto, Head of Consultancy and Training, ChamberCustoms
Paul Wrighting, Documentation Trade Training & Compliance Manager, British Chambers of Commerce
Olivia Herford, CPTPP Utilisation Lead, Department for Business and Trade
William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, British Chambers of Commerce
FTA Utilisation: CPTPP and Cumulation in Action
Discover how UK businesses can maximise the benefits of Free Trade Agreements, with a spotlight on the CPTPP and the principles of cumulation. Using real-world examples, we’ll explain how rules of origin apply and what traders must do to qualify for preferential tariffs. This session is ideal for exporters seeking to unlock new opportunities in global markets.
Speakers:
Emmanuel Gianquitto, Head of Consultancy and Training, ChamberCustoms
Paul Wrighting, Documentation Trade Training & Compliance Manager, British Chambers of Commerce
Olivia Herford, CPTPP Utilisation Lead, Department for Business and Trade
William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, British Chambers of Commerce