Visit our one-stop website, containing a huge amount of education, employment, training and apprenticeship information

Wiltshire county Councils website contains a section dedicated to business advice and support. Here youi will find information about business raters, health & safety, licenses and permits, CSE, trading standards, commercial waste, food safety, economic, DBS. There are also links to relevant support organisations and sources of business funding. It is run by the Economic Regeneration. Economy Regeneration Wiltshire Council County Hall Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 8JD

The Enterprise Network (TEN), a £5.2m initiative led by Wiltshire Council with Government and EU funding, is nurturing new and growing small and micro businesses in Swindon and Wiltshire by supporting them right from the first ‘light bulb’ moment.

The Growth Hub is an exciting new online community developed exclusively for the businesses of Swindon and Wiltshire. The Hub directs you to a wide range of impartial business support and advice, as well as providing valuable insights, access to events, specialist programmes and funding to help your business thrive. The Swindon and Wiltshire Growth Hub provides you with a single gateway through which to access support, whether you are starting, running or growing your business. Using the Growth Hub you can find direct support from our telephone helpline or arrange a face-to-face meeting with an experienced and impartial Business Adviser. Their business support helpline number is 01225 402096

The South Wilts Business Expo is an unique experience where local businesses can discover, learn and network together. South Wilts Business Expo has connected Wiltshire’s corporate business owners with other like-minded businesses. Whether you are looking to improve your brand, build partnerships, or learn, South Wiltshire Business Expo has your answer.

A good place to keep up to date with business news for Swindon and Wiltshire. They have a free newsletter and opportiunities to advertise your business.

A great start-up resource which includes: * An introduction to Business Regulations and Starting Up * Business Opportunity Factsheets * Choosing the Right Legal Structure * Selling Goods Online * Starting a Business in Wiltshire * Talent for Wiltshire Employers * Start Up Resouirces

Its difficult to know what to do when you start a new business. You probably have done lots of research but still have lots of questions. We have worked with many different types of new and established business and we can provide you with guidance on initial set up with advice on record keeping and support as your business grows. One to One Consultation Our One to One Consultations focus specifically on your business and you will be given guidance on topics relevant to you. You will also receive a free copy of our Mini Guide to Keeping Your Accounts. ASK US TODAY if you would like some guidance on setting up and keeping the records for your new business.

Salisbury Business Improvement District (BID) was elected in 2014 and encompasses of over 550 business members within the ring road of the city centre who pay into the Salisbury BID levy. Businesses premises with a rateable value exceeding £10,000 pays a 1.5% levy. Salisbury BID’s funds exceed more than £400,000 each year which is allocated to projects and services which are beneficial to our members. These projects and services are split into 3 key areas: 1. Welcoming, Clean & Safe 2. Marketing & Events 3. Business Support

The Salisbury & District Chamber of Commerce and Industry is an association of Member businesses and organisations, governed by an elected Board comprising local business people. We are a not for profit, independent organisation originally founded by a group of Salisbury businesses in 1912.

The Old Fire Station Enterprise Centre on Salt Lane, Salisbury is ideal for anyone looking for highly competitive, start-up business space at the heart of the city centre with the main shopping area, eating places, theatres and transport connections all within a few minutes stroll. The Enterprise Centre not only provides offices for start-up, micro and small businesses - perfect for those who, until now, have been working from home - it also offers excellent business networking facilities for events, seminars, workshops and meetings, and a communal space to relax with business colleagues and clients. There are also meeting rooms ideal for training, presentations and conferences. Salt Lane, Salisbury SP1 1DU

Meridian Business Support is one of the leading recruitment agencies in Salisbury. We are an award-winning national recruitment agency and are very proud of our many Industry awards which recognise our candidate care and specialist client services. If you are a candidate looking for Jobs in Salisbury we can assist you with your job search.

Wiltshire Council is offering a free advice clinic to Salisbury businesses through our partner, Inspire, the Chamber of Commerce organisation for Wiltshire. A business adviser will be available at our Enterprise Centre at 1 Salt Lane on a drop-in basis to help with any business issues you may have, including marketing, sales, access to finance including cash flow, tax advice, leadership mentoring and more. You can just drop in or book ahead by calling 01225 355553 and asking for Jade Simons.

Inspire is the trading name for the Wessex Chambers of Commerce, a not for profit organisation representing SME businesses across every sector of the local economy. Our mission is to inspire, motivate, inform and support businesses throughout their life cycle, from Start up, to growing enterprises and right up to our large corporate success stories. We are funded from our partner and member subscriptions and from service contracts with the Department for Business Communities and Local Government. There are a number of ways in which your business can engage with us. We offer a range of business services from discounted or free products and networking opportunities through LEGACY MEMBERSHIP, as well as our CLIENTS. There are also opportunities to join us as PARTNERS to work with us on delivering the above to the business community. Our experienced team come from diverse and varied business backgrounds and, between them, have a wealth of knowledge and expertise together with an enviable hub of contacts to put at the disposal of your business. Whats more, our services are heavily subsidised, confidential and impartial.

Welcome to the directory website of the #WiltsHour - a free weekly networking event for Wiltshire businesses held on Twitter every Monday evening from 8-9pm. Bulldog Websites founded and sponsor the #WiltsHour and WiltsHour.co.uk to offer local free marketing to local businesses, helping you to promote your Wiltshire business and gain new followers and friends. This is a great new networking event - take part from the comfort of your sofa after a hard days work. Come along and join us - simply tweet about your business, new products, offers, or just say hi! using the hashtag #WiltsHour and well do the rest!

The Portway Centre has operated as the Premier Serviced Office facility in the Salisbury area since 1999. We have recently refurbished 75% of the whole building to a modern, high tech, vibrant and work oriented environment for professional people and companies. It is our plan to continue to refurbish the building to the highest standards, with the latest technology as and when needed.We offer co-working space from 6.00 per day, serviced offices from 120 ft to 1800+ ft starting at 230.00 per month, virtual offices from 45.00 per month, Boardroom and meeting rooms from 28.00 per hour.The Portway Centre boasts its own car park with 98 spaces for exclusive use of our tenants and visitors.The Portway Centre offers the highest level of security with CCTV, and individual Office security. The intruder alarm is monitored 24/7 with mobile security present after office hours. Tenants have 24/7 access. Reception is manned during office hours 5 days a week.We are continuing to follow Covid19 precautions and our Risk Assessment is on public display

Are you 18 -30 and self employed, running a business or thinking of starting one? Wiltshire Community Foundation is working in partnership with the SWEF to provide grants of 2,000 to young people in Wiltshire and Swindon who are, self-employed, running a business or thinking of starting one in the next 6 months. As part of the programme there is the opportunity to join a network of peers who are also in the early stage of starting their business to share ideas, experiences and learn. To be eligible to apply individuals need to be: aged 18 to 30 living in Wiltshire or Swindon planning to start their business within the next 6 months or if they are already running one have been trading for no more than 2 years. Grants can be used towards capital items and running costs such as stock, equipment or materials, rent or business-related bills Our application process is simple and straightforward, and many previous applicants have told us that it helped sharpen their business plans and gave them the confidence to succeed. For further details and to apply visit our website www.wiltshirecf.org.uk/grants-and-support/individuals/south-west-enterprise-fund/ If you have any further questions please contact us on 01380 738985.

Accountancy and Bookkeeping Services. Do you know HMRC’s Allowances, Deadlines and Penalties? Are you Not sure how to keep your books and accounts in order and require some advice? Assisi Bookkeeping Ltd is a friendly and personally approachable Salisbury based business providing accountancy and bookkeeping services. Offering an individualised, affordable and comprehensive service, from start up to existing businesses. Assisi Bookkeeping Ltd offers services which includes general bookkeeping, payroll, VAT returns, year-end financial statements, Self-Assessment and Corporation Tax.

Starting a business is a rewarding, challenging experience. But its one that you don’t have to face alone. Whether you’ve got a business idea that you would like to explore further, or you’ve been trading for up to a year, we can help you gain the advice, knowledge and funding needed to improve your chances of success. From one-to-one support, to workshops, to helping you apply for a start-up loan, we are here to help.

Wiltshire Chamber of Commerce connects businesses from across the county and works in partnership with charities, the public sector and Government to help your grow your business and stimulate local economic growth. Under the directorship of Ian Larrard, who is also Director of the Swindon Initiative, Governor of Swindon College and Chair of Swindon BID, Wiltshire’s businesses are brought together to collaborate and profit from sharing knowledge, goods and services. Wiltshire Chamber members enjoy a number of benefits including: * Raise your profile online, in the press and among your peers * Opportunities to find new business and advance your sales pipeline * Network with experienced and influential business leaders in the local area and beyond * Have your views represented at a local and national level to decision makers who listen * Gain preferential access to training, advice and support services to help your business grow Plus, as part of Business West, Wiltshire Chamber provides a local access point to government funding, business services and support, as well as other business opportunities available via your fellow members.

We are a firm of Chartered Accountants based in Swindon. We work with all small and new businesses in the local area and with Freelance Contractors throughout the UK. We are approachable and technically up to date so you can rely on us for good practical advice that is jargon free. Good luck with your business and we hope to meet you.

The Salisbury & District Chamber of Commerce and Industry is an association of Member businesses and organisations, governed by an elected Board comprising local business people. We are a not for profit, independent organisation originally founded by a group of Salisbury businesses in 1912.

New Valley Web Design specialise in doing websites for start ups, charities and not for profit organisations. Prices for start ups are heavily discounted because we want you to succeed and a high quality, responsive web site that is optimised for search engines will help you enormously. We also do blogs, ecommerce sites and email marketing. We provide the complete hosting package in plain English without the use of technical jargon. Furthermore we will provide reasonable technical support, help, advice and support. What can be better than that ! Just leave your digital strategy to us and we will take care of it for you.

Gumtree list businesses for sale in Salisbury. Also, this is an inexpensive way of advertising if you are planning to sell a business in the area.

enotions is a website design agency, based in Salisbury. We help small and medium sized businesses succeed online. For twenty years we have helped companies make the most of the web with brilliant web sites, social media, search engine optimisation, branding, copywriting and online advertising.

In todays connected world Digital Marketing and the World Wide Web forms an essential part of business marketing. You need to be easy to find in all the places that your existing and potential customers are likely to visit and make sure that you are professionally representing your business. You want more sales, more leads, phone calls and enquiries, more newsletter subscriptions andor more downloads! To achieve these ambitions, you need an effective website, effective Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) to make sure that you appear in Google, Bing and Yahoo search results as well as an active presence on all the Social Media sites that your clients are likely to be using Using a range of affordable and effective Digital Marketing I can ensure that your business is easy to find by your customers.

The Swindon & Wiltshire LEP has been formed to develop the economy of the sub-region. Its primary focus is to create wealth, jobs and new business opportunities by forging a meaningful partnership between the private and public sectors. Their initiatives will be driven by business through their engagement in the partnership.

Starting a business is exciting, and succeeding is rewarding, but what about the bit between? You know, that bit that’s full of self-doubt, endless repetition and feelings of being out of your comfort zone? We call it ‘The Lonely Middle’ and it’s one of the hardest parts of creating a successful business. We know, we’ve been there. So, we created The Lonely Middle Club to help you through it. Each month you get exclusive content to help give you the knowledge and inspiration to succeed. Plus, you get access to a private members-only Facebook group where you can get advice and network with small business owners who are going through similar challenges to you. If you want even more, you can download our 51 worksheets, guides, and journals all designed to do one thing, and one thing only… help you get through ‘The Lonely Middle’ and achieve your business goals. Visit our website today to join the club and benefit from our members price lock and full no questions asked money-back guarantee.

Monkhouse & Company are a team of UK-based business consultancy experts led by Scale Up founder Dom Monkhouse. Get in touch with them today to help your business grow consistently year on year.