Working on Business Growth and Heritage
Working on Business Growth and Heritage
Historic England are launching a new round of our grant opportunity ‘Everyday Heritage Grants: Celebrating Working Class Histories’. Building on the success of their previous rounds of grants, Historic England continue to be interested in funding projects that celebrate working class histories and the historic places that make up everyday life. The grants are for creative projects […]
Business Growth and Expansion Blackburn-based Littlefair’s Wood Finishing Products was founded in 2016 to offer a water-based alternative to the more commonly used solvent-based wood stains. The company’s products are sold online through various platforms, including Amazon. Following an initial engagement with one of Growth Lancashire’s Business Advisors, a detailed meeting took place to understand […]
The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II) has marked a significant milestone with its first investment in Lancashire since its launch in March 2024. This investment, facilitated with support from Boost; Lancashire’s Business Growth Hub, underscores the value of strategic guidance, which began with our very own Mike Reece. Mike connected with Rob Littlefair, […]
It’s great to see Growth Lancashire involved in the repair, refurbishment, and repurposing of the impressive Accrington Market Hall. The redevelopment has now entered its next phase, with preparation works underway for the cleaning and restoration of the building’s façade. This marks an exciting step in the broader Accrington Town Square Scheme, which aims to […]
A short guide to Heritage Statements
In May of this year, we had the honour of attending an event in Leyland, surrounded by a group of remarkable businesses – both past and current recipients of The King’s Award for Enterprise. This prestigious accolade is recognised globally and serves as a royal seal of approval for UK businesses that demonstrate outstanding achievement […]
The former Pilkington’s headquarters in St Helens, designed by Edwin Fry and built between 1959-63, is a striking example of post-war architecture. The building, alongside the parkland designed by Youngman, showcased modernist ideals, with clean lines, large windows, and a functional yet beautiful landscape. However, today this once-innovative complex is in decline. The building suffers […]
In March 2024, the Boost team proudly took part in the Lancashire Business Expo (#LBE2024), hosting our stand at the event’s new venue – the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan). This highly anticipated annual gathering brought together businesses from across the county, providing a unique opportunity to network, share ideas, and showcase our offerings alongside […]
With the government’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, the need for sustainable, energy-efficient buildings has never been more urgent. This is particularly important when it comes to upgrading older and historic properties, which present unique challenges in balancing preservation with modern energy standards. To address this, the Growth Lancashire Heritage Team has […]
Lancashire entrepreneur Gemma Connolly has achieved an impressive milestone, securing £50,000 from investors on BBC One’s Dragons’ Den. The founder of Scoff Paper, a unique business offering edible dog birthday cards, Gemma captivated the Dragons with her creative idea and her passion for dogs. Appearing on the show on Thursday, February 15, Gemma invited the […]
