Case Studies

Business Support Case Study: Mural Artist Turns Passion into Thriving Business

A Skelmersdale-based professional artist has shaped a thriving business creating mural artwork after receiving funded business support from West Lancashire District Council and Boost; Lancashire’s Business Growth Hub. International artist Lisa Yates is turning her passion for art and painting murals into a growing business that not only brightens up the community but also inspires […]

Business Support Case Study: Mind2Muscle Academy Secures NHS Pilot and Plans Expansion

A Blackburn business specialising in rehabilitation for neurological and physical needs has secured a pilot project with East Lancashire NHS Trust and plans to expand its workforce after support from Boost; Lancashire’s Business Growth Hub. Founded in 2022 after a company name change and relaunch of services by Charlotte Kershaw, Mind2Muscle Academy’s mission is to advance […]

Business Support Case Study: LCM Environmental Services’ Success

LCM Environmental Services, a dynamic fuel, energy, and infrastructure company based in Padiham, is on the rise! They’ve expanded their team and services and even launched a major rebrand, thanks to some fantastic support from Boost, Lancashire’s Business Growth Hub. Founded way back in 1987, LCM has grown both organically and through multiple acquisitions. They […]

Case Study: Red Telephone Kiosks, Market St 

Preston’s Historic Red Telephone Boxes Undergo Restoration Preston City Council is advancing its plans to restore nine Grade II-listed K6 red telephone kiosks outside the former Head Post Office on Market Street. Acquired in 2021, these iconic structures are being carefully refurbished as part of the Council’s commitment to preserving the city’s historic landmarks. Preserving […]

Business Support Case Study – Littlefair’s Wood Finishing Products

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 […]

Case Study: Garstang

In 2023, Wyre Council appointed the company to update six of its seven Conservation Area Character Appraisals over a two-year period. To support delivery of this review project, a new Conservation Assistant was appointed in June. The project covers the conservation areas of Caldervale, Churchtown, Lower Dolphinholme, Garstang, Poulton-le-Fylde, and Scorton. The work involves conducting […]

Business Support Case Study: Lingwood Security

Lingwood Security – Growth Through Boost Support A Lancashire security management company has seen strong national expansion—taking on more than 100 new staff and opening several satellite offices—following growth support from Boost, Lancashire’s Business Growth Hub. Over the past three years, Heysham-based Lingwood Security has grown to over 250 employees, supporting a range of new […]

Case Study: New Services – HRX People

Growth Lancashire was invited to partner with Burnley, Pendle, and Rossendale Councils to project manage their UK Government Community Renewal Funded Growth and Innovation Grant Project. These three districts were identified as priority places within the Government’s index of economic resilience. The project was hugely successful, exceeding its original targets. A total of £962,000 was […]

Case Studies: Heritage Consultancy for Private Clients

Project: Curzon Park North, ChesterGrowth Lancashire was appointed to provide a Heritage Statement in support of a planning application for the construction of a large detached dwelling on a plot of land located off Curzon Park North, Chester. The site lies adjacent to the Grade I listed Grosvenor Bridge and within the Curzon Park Conservation […]

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