Congratulations to Wardens on Being Named the UK’s Best Independent Department Store
Newtownards has another reason to celebrate, with Wardens crowned the UK’s Best Independent Department Store at a prestigious awards ceremony in London. Newtownards Chamber of Trade would like to extend its warmest congratulations to Jane Campbell and the entire team at Wardens on this fantastic achievement. The award was presented at the Royal Lancaster Hotel […]
Coffee with Colin: An Important Conversation for Newtownards Businesses
Tuesday 20 October | 3pm | RockSalt Kitchen & Bar, Newtownards Hospitality is a vital part of Newtownards. From cafés and restaurants to pubs, accommodation providers and visitor-focused businesses, the sector plays an important role in our town centre and local economy. But it is also a sector facing significant pressures. Rising employment costs, food […]
Chamber Welcomes Pedestrianisation of Conway Square Following Years of Lobbying
Newtownards Chamber of Trade has welcomed the pedestrianisation of Conway Square following the installation of protective bollards by the Department for Infrastructure (DfI), marking the culmination of more than a decade of lobbying to improve safety and enhance the town centre. For many years, Conway Square had become an unofficial car park, with vehicles regularly […]
Chamber Calls for Urgent Investment in Newtownards Water Infrastructure to Unlock Business Growth
Newtownards Chamber of Trade has renewed its call for urgent investment in Newtownards’ water and wastewater infrastructure, warning that capacity constraints are preventing businesses from growing, discouraging investment and limiting the town’s economic potential. Chamber President Derek Wright and Vice President Michael Cafolla recently joined Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong and local business representatives at a […]
Sustainability Takes Centre Stage at the Ards Peninsula Business Awards
Sustainability Takes Centre Stage at the Ards Peninsula Business Awards The Ards Peninsula Business Awards are all about celebrating the people, businesses and organisations that make our local economy thrive. This year’s event also showcased another important message – that sustainability, creativity and community can go hand in hand. One of the standout talking points […]
Celebrating Business Excellence at the Ards Peninsula Business Awards 2026
A fantastic night celebrating the very best of business!