Essex Chambers Festival of Business 2025: Building a Greater Essex

The Essex Chambers Festival of Business returns on Wednesday 5 November 2025, from 10:00am to 3:00pm at Chelmsford City Racecourse. This premier event brings together businesses from across the county to connect, collaborate, and celebrate success.

This Year’s Theme: Building a Greater Essex

Essex is a powerhouse of innovation, enterprise, and opportunity, making this year’s theme the perfect focus for strengthening our local economy, celebrating innovation, and helping businesses connect and grow.

From its strategic position as a logistics and distribution hub to cutting-edge advancements in manufacturing, engineering, and digital technology, Essex is shaping the future of business. Creative industries are thriving, while financial services, life sciences, and healthcare drive growth and innovation. Add to this a vibrant tourism sector, rich agricultural heritage, and leadership in renewable energy, and Essex truly is a county of endless possibilities.

What to Expect

• Exhibition stands showcasing products and services from across Essex.
• Networking sessions to build valuable connections.
• Expert-led seminars on innovation, sustainability, and growth strategies.
• Keynote speakers sharing insights into the future of business in Essex.

Why Attend?

• Discover new partnerships and collaborations.
• Gain practical advice to support business growth.
• Celebrate the resilience and creativity of Essex’s business community.

Event Details

📅 Date: Wednesday 5 November 2025
🕒 Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
📍 Venue: Chelmsford City Racecourse

Whether you’re a start-up, scale-up, or established enterprise, the Festival of Business is your chance to connect, learn, and grow.