Business support, when you need it.
Whether you’re starting, running or growing your business, we can provide information and resources to help – fully funded.
Starting your business
You’ve got a great idea or you’ve just started and need some support. Our information will help your business get off to the right start.
Running your business
Your business is up and running and you need guidance to overcome day to day challenges. Our support and targeted information can get your business running smoothly.
Growing your business
Your business is established and you want to accelerate your sustainable growth. Our guidance and 1-2-1 support from the Business Adviser team is available.
What people say
Masterclass webinars
Masterclass: Funding for Growth
Event date - 15 May 2024
Event time - 09:30 am
Cost of event - Free
Location - Online
FREE & ONLINE: This Masterclass in finance and funding for growth will ensure have a strong grip on your businesses finances and a plan for the future. More info
Masterclass: Leadership in your small business
Event date - 22 May 2024
Event time - 09:30 am
Cost of event - Free
Location - Online
FREE & ONLINE: This Masterclass will showcase how leadership is essential for both your business and your team. More info
StartUP Part 1: Starting a Business the Right Way
Event date - 30 May 2024
Event time - 09:30 am
Cost of event - FREE
Location - Online
FREE & ONLINE: The best way to start trading including finding the correct market, competitor analysis and business planning. First start up workshop of two. More info
We help businesses
The Berkshire Growth Hub delivers the government funded business advice service and supports small and medium sized enterprises in Berkshire to achieve sustainable business growth.
The Berkshire Growth Hub is part of The Berkshire LEP, a business led body working to maintain the status of Berkshire as the engine of the UK economy.
Business Support Programmes
We have designed two new programmes to help take your business to the next level.
Start-up programme
Our information packed workshops and coaching sessions are designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to launch your business successfully.
High Growth programme
Tailored support, a dedicated business adviser and access to 1-1 sessions with sector specialists, the High Growth programme can help you supercharge your business.
We’re here for you.
Are you a business in Berkshire looking for support? Get in touch with our Business Advisers:
Access your support
Business is easier when you have help. Our guides and resources cover key aspects of starting, running and growing a business. We’re funded by Government and work in Berkshire, so have knowledge of local and national offers that can support you.
Create your profile
Creating a profile gives you direct access to our support guides, tailored resources, Marketplace listing and more.
Browse our support guides
Offering you concise, up to date information, supporting you at any business stage.
Access tailored resources
Providing you full access to our detailed resources that our tailored to your business needs.
The Marketplace
Berkshire’s own business and supplier directory. Whatever business service you need, find a supplier in the Marketplace or create your own listing for other businesses to see.
Digital Growth Grant
Through a £12m Government grant Barclays Eagle Labs is boosting the growth of UK tech startups and scaleups for the next two years. Tap into an ecosystem connecting you to business growth experts through dedicated programmes, mentoring and much more.
Hiring an apprentice
Apprentices are aged 16 or over and combine working with studying to gain skills and knowledge in a specific job. Find out what the benefits are and how to hire an apprentice.
Green Skills Training in Berkshire
Free green skills construction courses from Langley College to employers in Berkshire to improve the skills of their workforce.