In an age of fast scrolling and digital overload, there’s still something incredibly powerful about print. Uckfield Matters magazine is delivered free to thousands of homes and businesses across Uckfield and the surrounding villages, and people genuinely read it – not just once, but often several times.
From April 2026, significant changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) will fundamentally alter Inheritance Tax (IHT) planning for business owners and landholders in the UK.
Over the last few years, Uckfield has seen a surge in entrepreneurial energy. From handcrafted products to niche independent stores and sustainable goods, small eCommerce brands are on the rise - and many are choosing East Sussex as their base for growth.
Combining the simple pleasure of walking with the natural flow of conversation these events offer something unique, a chance to connect with like-minded individuals in a relaxed and informal way. Just walk, talk and let nature do what it does best, clear our minds, fuel our thinking and conversations as we stroll across ancient pastures and marvel the breath-taking views.
Individuals who are UK resident and dispose of an interest in residential UK property, are required to report this to HMRC within 60 days of completion and settle any liability if there is Capital Gains Tax (CGT) to pay. This is in addition to reporting on an annual self-assessment Tax Return (if the individual is required to file one).
Managing people is one of the toughest, and most important, aspects of leadership. You may know what needs to be done, but how do you inspire others to do it consistently, willingly, and well? From missed deadlines to unspoken tensions, underperformance erodes your team’s morale, your credibility, and ultimately, your bottom line. But how comfortable and confident are you with having these conversations?
When it comes to marketing your business locally, social media can be one of your most powerful, and affordable, tools. But we get it… not everyone wants to splash the cash on paid ads. Here’s the good news - you don’t have to!
Online sales are driven by speed and scale, and it can be tempting for ecommerce businesses to look towards large, national fulfilment providers for logistics support. However, regional fulfilment partners offer a unique blend of local knowledge, personal service, and strategic advantages that are especially valuable to growing online retailers.
Repair Café Uckfield had the great honour of being invited by Baroness Parminter, The Restart Project and Back Market to send a representative Margaret Dodé-Angel to the House of Lords along with others from the Community Repair Network, Suez and the Green Alliance to a Parliamentary Repair Café.
Chamber member, Simmons Gainsford is delighted to announce that the firm is proudly sponsoring the ‘Young Person of the Year’ award as part of the Community Awards 2025 hosted by Ashdown Radio in association with Wealden Volunteering. This award celebrates…