Free start-up support for Lewes District residents
A three-part programme of workshops, online sessions and mentoring to help you start, shape or grow a business.
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Practical workshops
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Guided expert support, tools and resources
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Mentoring and peer networking (Module 3)
Coming up Next: MAKE IT OFFICIAL: The keep-it-simple guide to registering your business (Online)
Thursday 12th Feb 2026 Book now
Choose where to start:
Ideas into action
Module 1
This practical, friendly workshop helps you take what’s in your head and turn it into something clear and doable.
Next date: 26 March 2026
Booking: Open now
You’ll work on:
- who your customers are
- what you’re offering
- how an idea works in practice
Outcome:
A simple, practical business model you can build on with confidence.
Business basics
Module 2
These workshops focus on the essential skills you need to get your business running smoothly day to day.
Next date: Summer 2026
Booking: Register for updates
You’ll work on:
- money and pricing
- marketing and customers
- planning for the year ahead
Outcome:
A planning, finance and marketing toolkit made for your business.
Preparing to grow
Module 3
One-to-one mentoring and peer networking sessions focusing on business growth and the messy reality of growing your business.
Next date: February 2026
Booking: last spaces Apply now
You’ll work on:
- your growth plans
- being an owner
- capacity, funding, growth
Outcome:
Confidence, clarity, and a network of peers to help you move forward.
For more information about eligibility, accessibility and course contents
Case Studies
Claudine Cleans
A ethical cleaner ready to to scale her business after four years as sole trader.
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