Hythe Business & Tourism Association (HBTA), previously
the “Hythe Chamber of Commerce and Tourism”, was
formed in May 2014 and registered as a company limited
by guarantee in April 2016.
Its formally stated objectives are to: • Safeguard, promote and advance the commercial and general interests of the town and immediate
neighbourhood of Hythe; to assist in the development and improvement of the town; and to consider and
promote all such lawful measures, plans and schemes as would add to its attractions as an all-the-year-round,
holiday, leisure and residential resort.
• Develop friendly business relations; to discuss all business matters related to commerce and tourism; and to take such action thereon as may be necessary for the welfare of the business community of the town.
• Represent, express, and give effect to the opinions of the members on commerce and tourism issues. Membership of HBTA is open to all businesses in Hythe and affords the following benefits:
4 Influential links to Hythe Town Council and Shepway Business Advisory Board;
4 Co-ordinated lobbying on behalf of Hythe businesses;
4 Planning and organisation of High Street events such as Heullabaloos (Saturday 13 July) and Late Night Shopping (Friday 6 December);
4 Installation of street decorations, Christmas trees and lights planned by a subcommittee;
4 Publicity assistance, including via website links and in local media;
4 HBTA advertisement “supporting Hythe business and tourism”;
Representatives of all Hythe businesses are
cordially invited to an
Open Meeting on Tuesday 23 April, at 6.00pm tea and coffee provided at [RH&DR Hall], to:
• learn what HBTA can do to help promote your business activities;
• To hear and exchange views on related matters of concern;
• To agree future actions aimed at enhancing Hythe as a place to visit and enjoy.
4 Social activities.
HBTA exists to serve and help you and your business. Do give it your support! HBTA Executive Committee