Working on Business Growth and Heritage
Working on Business Growth and Heritage
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 […]
Preston City Council is moving forward with exciting plans to restore nine Grade II-listed red telephone boxes located outside the former Head Post Office on Market Street. Acquired in 2021, these iconic kiosks are set to undergo full restoration as part of the Council’s ongoing commitment to preserving Preston’s historical landmarks. Preserving a Piece of […]
Since 2018, we’ve been a proud and regular supporter of Maundy Relief, an award-winning charity based in Accrington, Lancashire. As a team, we’ve been contributing to their invaluable work, helping to meet the immediate needs of people within the local community. During key times like Christmas and school summer holidays, our staff generously donate food […]
A major business support programme in Lancashire has secured a fresh £3.9m funding deal, enabling it to continue helping businesses across the county to start, grow, and thrive until at least March 2025, with a potential extension beyond that date. Boost, Lancashire’s Business Growth Hub, has announced a new range of services as part of […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Our Heritage team found time yesterday to sit with Wallace and Gromit in Preston while exploring the Market Place Conservation Area. Say Cheese!
Heritage and Conservation Assistant (12-month Fixed-Term Contract) Growth Lancashire specialises in heritage and conservation activities across the public, private, and voluntary sectors. We have established ourselves as a trusted partner for numerous Local Authorities, providing guidance on development proposals, including planning and listed building applications. We also collaborate with Councils on conservation area reviews and […]
