Herefordshire Growth Hub

10/06/2026

Free funding and finance sessions — coming this June!

Are funding and finances holding your business back? We've got just the thing. 🙌

The British Business Bank's Funding & Financial Management series kicks off this month, bringing you free, expert-led webinars packed with practical advice you can put to use straight away.

Here's what's coming up:

📅 10 June — Understanding grant funding
📅 22 June — Accessing finance to prosper and grow (featuring the British Business Bank)
📅 24 June — Getting your business investment ready
📅 29 June — Financial mastery: compliance, clarity and confidence

Whether you're exploring your options for the first time or ready to scale up, there's something here for every stage of your business journey.

Spaces are limited — don't miss out 👉

Develop the skills to grow your business

10/06/2026

Find out more about how to fund your business..

Let's be honest, working out how to fund your business can feel like one of the most daunting parts of running one.

There is a lot of information out there and it is not always easy to know where to start or which options are actually available to you.

So we've put together a plain-English guide to some of the finance options available to businesses across Herefordshire, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin — from government-backed Start Up Loans to innovation grants, equity finance and the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II.

It doesn't cover everything but it is a good starting point. 👉
https://marchesgrowthhub.co.uk/finding-the-finance-to-start-and-grow-your-business-in-the-marches/

Herefordshire Growth Hub, Shropshire Growth Hub, Business Support Service

05/06/2026

Keep Herefordshire & Worcestershire Working Conference - Book Now!

Time: 9:30am to3:30pm
Date: Wednesday 8th July
Location: Abbey Hotel, Malvern, WR14 3ET
Cost: FREE / Booking Required

Hosted by Herefordshire Growth Hub, Worcestershire Growth Hub, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commercer and Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Employers across the UK are operating in a challenging economic climate, where maintaining employee productivity is essential. Supporting staff to stay healthy and prioritising the protection and wellbeing of the workforce has never been more important.

This event will bring together experts, partners and employers from across both counties to share the latest insights and thought‑provoking perspectives, alongside real‑world learning and practical steps you can take to improve workplace health, reduce avoidable absence, and strengthen recruitment and retention within your organisation.

Whether you are a HR professional, workforce strategist or manager, this is an invaluable opportunity to explore the wide range of support available to help you build a healthier, more resilient and more productive workforce and to play your part in keeping Britain working.

Workshops will include:

• Recognising Neurodiversity – What’s behind the rise in numbers
• From Insight to Impact – Using workplace data to improve health and retention
• Brainwaves – Creating mentally healthy workplaces
• Making Flexibility Work – Hybrid working, healthy boundaries, and preventing overwork
• Healthy by Design – Creating better workplaces
• Ready Steady Return – Making work comebacks

Herefordshire Council

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

Could your business help shape the future of apprenticeships in the Marches?

Businesses across are being invited to get involved in an exciting programme designed to inspire the next generation of apprentices.

The Insight into Apprenticeships programme, delivered by EDT (The Engineering Development Trust) in partnership with the Marches Careers Hub and NMITE, is returning this summer — and organisers are looking for local employers to play their part...

Could your business help shape the future of apprenticeships in the Marches?

The Insight into Apprenticeships programme is returning this summer and we're looking for local employers to get involved!

Delivered by The EDT UK in partnership with the Marches Careers Hub and NMITE this is your chance to inspire the next generation.

Whether you can spare just 15 minutes or more, there are loads of ways to help:

• Host a company insight visit
• Deliver an industry challenge
• Run mock interviews

And more!

Two five-day programmes are planned:
📍 Hereford – 29 June to 3 July 2026
📍 Shropshire/Telford – 13–17 July 2026

This is your chance to raise your profile with young local talent and help build the skilled workforce the Marches needs.

Find out more 👉 https://marchesgrowthhub.co.uk/could-your-business-help-shape-the-future-of-apprenticeships-in-the-marches/

04/06/2026

Small Business Saturday 2026 – The Nation’s Favourite Businesses has launched

For 2026, Small Business Saturday UK will be re-branding the to the ‘Nation’s Favourite Businesses,’ and we would love your support to spread the word with Small Businesses in .

This is a fantastic opportinuty to showcase the brilliant, unique and wide variety of small businesses in the county...

Does your small business deserve its day in the spotlight?

The iconic Small Business Saturday campaign, which supports small businesses across the UK and encourages people to shop small, is gearing up for its return this winter!

Applications are now open for its Nation's Favourite Businesses – a line-up of the UK’s most inspiring small businesses from across the UK that will be spotlighted as part of this year’s campaign.

If you run a fantastic small business and would like to apply to be part of this year's Nation's Favourite Businesses, click here: https://lnkd.in/dYiQpJEs

The Nation's Favourite Businesses will receive exposure on Small Business Saturday's social media channels and in the local and national press, as well as invitaions to exclusive events and celebrations.

Applications close on June 30, 2026. Successful applicants will be notified by email in August.

Herefordshire Council Visit Herefordshire Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Herefordshire Means Business

01/06/2026

Great to be featured—thank you for the spotlight!

At the Herefordshire Growth Hub, we’re proud to support businesses of all sizes and sectors with free, impartial advice, helping them access funding, develop skills, and unlock growth opportunities across the county.

We’re also delighted to be sponsoring the Medium to Large Business of the Year category at this year’s Herefordshire Business Awards, celebrating the ambition, resilience, and success of our local business community.

If you’re a Herefordshire business looking to grow, innovate, or explore the support available, our team is here to help so please get in touch.

Sponsor Spotlight 🌟

This week, we’re highlighting the Herefordshire Growth Hub.

The Herefordshire Growth Hub provides support to businesses of all sizes and across all sectors in the county. Their team offers free, impartial information and guidance on business grants, loans, support and other opportunities to help your business succeed.

Find out more: www.marchesgrowthhub.co.uk/about-us/herefordshire

29/05/2026

The latest dates for upcoming Business Surgeries with Herefordshire Growth Hub are available:

8th June, Leominster https://lnkd.in/e8t_MsUN
11th June, Ross on Wye https://lnkd.in/eJANJJTQ
15th June, Hereford https://lnkd.in/ekpWX5Vy
1st July, Hereford https://lnkd.in/e2NA8zxy
7th July, Ledbury https://lnkd.in/euRvq3xk
9th July, Bromyard https://lnkd.in/eGk9ZaVH
14th July, Hereford https://lnkd.in/eGc4Ehvs
21st July, Hereford https://lnkd.in/e-ZjwdN2

Come and have a chat with one of the Herefordshire Growth Hub team for free impartial business support, information, advice and guidance to help your business succeed.

This support is fully funded by Herefordshire Growth Hub and is open to Herefordshire based businesses, professionals and entrepreneurs across the county, regardless of sector, business age or size.

28/05/2026

Last chance to Share Your Business Insights

Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is encouraging businesses across Herefordshire & Worcestershire to take part in the latest Quarterly Economic Survey (QES 2) before the deadline of 2nd June.

The data collected from the survey is anonymised and shared with the British Chambers of Commerce to lobby government on key business issues.

📢 The QES Q1 2026 Report is now available to download!

We’re pleased to announce that the latest Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) report for Q1 2026 has been released, supported by Worcestershire County Council.

This report provides a snapshot of regional business performance and sentiment, covering UK and export sales, employment and recruitment difficulties, investment intentions, cash flow, business confidence, and cost pressures.📊

A huge thank you to the 259 organisations that took part and shared their valuable insights. Your input is vital in helping us understand current business conditions and the regional economy.

👉You can access the full report here:https://hwchamber.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Q1-2026-Report.pdf

26/05/2026

Herefordshire Council is inviting views on the Herefordshire Parking Strategy (2026–2041).

The Parking Strategy will shape how parking is managed across Herefordshire over the long term – supporting thriving town centres, local businesses, residents, visitors and essential services.

It covers key themes including town centre parking, residents’ and visitor parking, accessibility and disabled parking provision, school safety, deliveries and freight, and how technology may shape future parking systems.

Views are being sought from residents, businesses and organisations to help ensure the strategy reflects real needs and works for the people and communities who live, work and travel across the county.

Consultation is open until 03 June 2026.
Have your say: https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/parkingstrategy