At StartMyBiz we offer personal and friendly support to point you in the right direction when it comes to starting your own business. The purpose of Startmybiz is to give you every opportunity to get the information, advice, connectivity and support you need to be successful in your business venture. There is a lot of help out there but finding it can be time consuming and frustrating and you never know what you haven’t found yet! So, we try to take the pain away from the gain and help you get on with the job with the best information around. Become part of your local business community and register to receive our Business Newsletter.

We are a coworking space based in the centre of historic Canterbury, housing startups, freelancers, investors and more. We have a meeting room for hire to our members, so even if you dont have a permanent desk here you can still have a professional space to meet clients, We hold networking events (or NOT-working as we like to call them!) not only for our members, but for business across Kent. At these events, we have three interesting speakers who speak on a range of topics to help you improve your business. Our aim with these events is to help startups and freelancers connect with local businesses in a more relaxed environment.

One of the best ways to learn, network and grow is to immerse yourself in a wide variety of business events. Our aim is to be a one stop shop for you to discover events that are relevant to your business. These include our own events, such as the popular annual Business Boot Camp and Kent UNconference, as well as events hosted by our Partners. We also provide information on events by other organisations in the Canterbury district, Kent, Medway and London – including large scale global expos.

Canterbury’s Premier Business Centre Is proud to be the base for a wide selection of specialised and fast growing, professional companies in the sales and service sectors. We have the ability to accommodate up to 60 businesses within the business centre. Examples of businesses established as Lombard House Business Centre, both past and present include: Advertising Agencies, Accountants, Bookkeepers, Recruitment Consultancies, Training Specialists, Beauty Therapists, Councillors, Psychologists, Motor Traders, Financial Consultancies, IT Specialists, Town Planners, Travel Agents, Security Companies and many more!

There are business centres, and there’s Denne Hill Business Centre. Set in stunning countryside yet only minutes from the A2, we have offices to suit everyone from start-ups to established companies. Each office has a character that’s different from the average ‘out-of-the-box’ unit. A unique blend of Victorian charm and modern high-tech – they all have a genuine wow factor. Your employees will love their new work space, your clients will be impressed and you’ll love the friendly, supportive service we offer. Denne Hill is one place where you’ll never be just a number.

Starting out in business can be a daunting prospect. We offer a friendly ear and support to those just starting out in the business world - we want to see you succeed, after all. Our qualified team provide support and advice to both businesses based at the Centre and those looking to establish themselves.

Fruitworks is a coworking space 30 seconds from Canterbury City Centre and is the only space of its kind in the city. Work with like-minded people in a quirky environment. Check out our space, we know youll love it! We have over 80 desks available on a residential and Hot Desking basis in two beautiful open plan rooms. Our chill-out areas come with a pool & ping-pong table as well as a variety of books if you fancy learning something new, plus you get unlimited free tea & coffee!

Ideal for start-ups and small businesses looking for workshops, studios or managed offices, Canterbury Innovation Centre is situated on the University of Kent campus and has been open since 2009. The Innovation Centre is owned by the East Kent Spatial Development Company and was funded by SEEDA working in collaboration with the University. Basepoint is managing and operating the centre. The Innovation Centre forms phase 1 of the wider Kent Technology Park development and consists of 23,642 sq ft of commercial space. As well as offering fully managed offices the centre is equipped with a range of modern facilities including superfast broadband, serviced meeting rooms, a licensee breakout area and on-site cafe. Virtual offices can also be arranged via the centre.

If you’re looking to start a physical business, you’ll be doing your research into which location is best for your start up. You’ll be wanting somewhere that your business will thrive and be noticed; somewhere with amazing opportunities. What you might not have realised though is that the perfect location could actually be closer to home than you might have thought. Canterbury was labelled the 23rd best location in the UK for start up businesses. But why is it so popular for budding companies?

When you are setting up a business you need to get your structure right. Do you realise that if you operate as a sole trader you have unlimited liability and all your assets could be at risk? There are key things you must do and are required to have by law. If you opt for a partnership, a limited liability partnership (LLP) or a limited liability company, you need to govern the relationship with your business partners and shareholders – especially regarding management of the business and exit routes. We are friendly and approachable and offer a cost-effective start up package. We know that money can be tight when you are setting up so here at Furley Page, we are here to help.