Business Support

Business Link is the government's online resource for businesses, providing new, easy-to-use tools to help you start up, improve or grow your business: www.businesslink.gov.uk.  

Cumbria Rural Enterprise Agency (CREA) is an organisation committed to regenerating and strengthening the rural economy by creating sustainable employment. 
Thinking of starting a business...or need help with an existing one?  CREA offers a wide range of services to help you succeed.  
We also have meeting facilities and offices to rent at Penrith and Kendal, and professional kitchens for hire at our Penrith-based Food Technology Centre.
Make your business idea work in 2011!
Visit www.crea.co.uk for details, or call 01768 891 555.

Eden District Council - the Economic Development Team works with a range of agencies to support established businesses and new firms and welcomes those looking to relocate to the Eden area.  The Council also maintains a database of commercial sites and premises available in the area and offers a free advertising and referral service.  This interactive system allows you to search online for sites and premises.  For further information visit http://www.eden.gov.uk/business-and-the-economy/.   

Business Needs Training Survey - the Upper Eden Community Plan is undertaking a survey of local businesses to identify business training needs.  Click here to participate in the survey.