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Local to Burnley 8 schemes

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Burnley Start up Support

Burnley Council

Business advice and signposting for pre-start and start-up businesses in Burnley, including one-to-one appointments with a business advisor and pre-start/start-up workshops (Start-up Essentials, Marketing Essentials, Financial Essentials) run throughout the year.

Deadline
Open all year
Area
BurnleyLocal Landscape rating 8 out of 10
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Chamber Low Carbon - Lancashire

Chamber Low Carbon provides a range of 1-2-1 business support services specialising in energy, resource and water efficiency.

Deadline
Open all year
Area
LancashireLocal Landscape rating 9 out of 10
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RedCAT Ventures

RedCAT Ventures, East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

A pathway of technical business consultancy, financial and R&D support to help accelerate the commercialisation of low-carbon technologies, bringing together innovators and investors.

Area
LancashireLocal Landscape rating 7 out of 10
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Lancashire Micro-Provision

Lancashire County Council

A programme to help individuals set up and grow small, independent businesses delivering personalised care and support services in their local communities, with guidance, networking and signposting to resources.

Area
LancashireLocal Landscape rating 6 out of 10
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Advanced Manufacturing Skills Bootcamps

Boost Business Lancashire, 3D360 Printer

Free or subsidised online and in-person training in advanced manufacturing topics such as 3D printing, robotics and AI, for employed, self-employed and other learners in Lancashire.

Amount
Self-employed: fully funded. Employed: free to the learner, employer covers the cost. Small businesses: £360 per employee. Large organisations: £1,080 per employee. Prices exclude VAT.
Area
Cheshire and Warrington, Cumbria, Lancashire, Liverpool City RegionLocal Landscape rating 7 out of 10
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Advanced Business Support

Chamber Low Carbon - Lancashire

In-depth support for Lancashire businesses to integrate energy and sustainability management, including training, ISO standards guidance and environmental auditing.

Deadline
Open all year
Area
LancashireLocal Landscape rating 6 out of 10
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Best Practice Events

Chamber Low Carbon - Lancashire

Events for Lancashire businesses to learn about low carbon renewable energy options, technology choices and implementation strategies.

Deadline
Open all year
Area
LancashireLocal Landscape rating 6 out of 10
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1-to-1 Business Support

Chamber Low Carbon - Lancashire

One-to-one support for Lancashire businesses to reduce energy bills, carbon footprint and improve efficiency through energy audits, carbon footprint analysis and sustainability mentoring.

Deadline
Open all year
Area
LancashireLocal Landscape rating 6 out of 10

For all of North West England, or the whole North 7 schemes

Open all yearMembership or network

Medilink North of England membership

Medilink

Membership of a life science business network in the North of England, giving access to industry knowledge, expertise, business support and member introductions. Open to life science businesses based in the North of England.

Amount
£195 to £955
Deadline
Open all year
Area
The North of EnglandLocal Landscape rating 8 out of 10
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Made Smarter Adoption Programme

The Growth Company

Support for small and medium-sized manufacturing and engineering businesses in the North West to adopt industrial digital technologies, including expert guidance, match funding, digital interns and leadership training.

Amount
Up to £20,000
Deadline
Open all year
Area
North West EnglandLocal Landscape rating 8 out of 10
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Invest in - Fylde

Fylde Council

The Invest in Fylde website showcases all there is to offer to businesses in Fylde.

Deadline
Open all year
Area
North West EnglandLocal Landscape rating 9 out of 10
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RTC North business support programmes

RTC North

RTC North Ltd is a support provider that delivers publicly funded business support, expert advice and innovation programmes across the North of England, for start-ups, scale-ups, manufacturers and supply chains.

Area
The North of EnglandLocal Landscape rating 8 out of 10
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Leading Digital Transformation (North West Adoption Leadership programme)

Made Smarter North West

A funded programme for senior leaders and managers in SMEs, mixing online and face-to-face sessions on digital strategy, identifying priorities and where digital tools can help.

Amount
Described as funded; no amount stated.
Deadline
Next cohort: January 2027
Area
North West EnglandLocal Landscape rating 7 out of 10
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Two Zero - Lancashire

Lancashire County Council

Growth support for scale-up businesses

Area
North West EnglandLocal Landscape rating 8 out of 10

National schemes 108 schemes

Open to businesses across England or the UK, including Burnley.

Closing soonSupport programmeEngland-wide

Social Investment Gateway Programme

The SSE, School for Social Entrepreneurs, Social Enterprise UK

A free 12-month support programme for charities, social enterprises and community organisations preparing for social investment, with a choice of a Match Trading grant or a repayable grant.

Amount
Up to £24,000
Deadline
Closes 6 November 2026 at 12 noon (5 days)
Area
EnglandLocal Landscape rating 9 out of 10
OpenSupport programmeUK-wide

New Ventures in Creative Tech (Spark Incubation)

EIT Culture & Creativity

Funding of up to €30,000 and a 9-month training programme for early-stage founders with pre-incorporation business concepts in Materials and Built Environment (fashion and architecture). Includes an in-person Startup Sprint and an online Spark Incubation Programme.

Amount
Up to €30k per project (up to €30,000 in funding per selected venture)
Deadline
Closes 16 November 2026 at 5pm (15 days)
Area
United KingdomLocal Landscape rating 7 out of 10
OpenSupport programmeUK-wide

Secure Innovation Security Reviews

Innovate UK

A part-funded security review that helps early-stage UK technology businesses identify and manage key security risks, including those linked to state threats. Participating businesses also receive a £300 Cyber Essentials voucher after the report is submitted.

Amount
Up to £2,500
Deadline
Closes 31 January 2027
Area
United KingdomLocal Landscape rating 8 out of 10
Open all yearSupport programmeUK-wide

UK Export Support Hub

Office for Investment

A government information hub for international businesses expanding into the UK, offering guidance on setting up, tax, visas, bank accounts, funding and finding UK experts. It is aimed at overseas businesses looking to set up in the UK.

Deadline
Open all year
Area
United KingdomLocal Landscape rating 6 out of 10
Open all yearSupport programmeUK-wide

Go4Growth Programme

Go4Growth

A free, fully-funded programme providing tailored training, digital content, templates, events and 1:1 mentoring to help micro businesses, small businesses and VCSEs win public sector work and become Public Sector Supply Ready.

Amount
FREE to use
Deadline
Open all year
Area
United KingdomLocal Landscape rating 9 out of 10
Open all yearSupport programmeNational

Business Debtline free debt advice

Business Debtline

Free, confidential and independent debt advice from a charity for small businesses and self-employed people struggling with debt. Advisers have experience of running small businesses.

Amount
Free
Deadline
Open all year
Area
England, WalesLocal Landscape rating 9 out of 10
Open all yearSupport programmeUK-wide

Quality Franchise Association

Quality Franchise Association

A not for profit trade association that assists franchise businesses and individuals interested in starting a business through franchising. It offers free franchise guides, free franchise training courses and access to franchise events.

Deadline
Open all year
Area
United KingdomLocal Landscape rating 7 out of 10
Open all yearMembership or networkUK-wide

Institute of Directors

Institute of Directors

A membership community for directors and leaders, offering networking, learning resources, and advice services. Membership is open to aspiring directors and those with senior responsibilities, with different tiers available.

Deadline
Open all year
Area
United KingdomLocal Landscape rating 8 out of 10
Open all yearSupport programmeNational

Acas advice, templates, dispute resolution and training

Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas)

Acas offers free, impartial advice on employment rights, rules and best practice, free letters, forms and policy templates, help to resolve disputes without an employment tribunal, and courses and tailored support on employment topics. It is for employees and employers.

Deadline
Open all year
Area
England, Scotland, WalesLocal Landscape rating 8 out of 10

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We will email you when new funding appears for a business in Burnley, looking for support, advice and training.

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