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Business Advice Bassetlaw

Where to find business support organisations who help start-ups.

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Businesses in Bassetlaw are more likely to succeed if they seek and act upon the advice of a professional business adviser. This page should point you in the right direction.

"You don't know, what you don't know" is a great saying and so applicable to starting a business. There are so many considerations in the early stages that taking advice from an experienced business adviser will dramatically increase your chances of success.

See list of local business support organisations below.

Can you help start-ups in in Bassetlaw ?

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If you offer a product or service which could help existing local businesses and start-ups, we would love you to help you reach them. Our aim is to increase the chances of every new business's success by highlighting the help that is available in the area.

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We are happy to promote anyone who provides a relevant product or service and is prepared to offer friendly support to local start-ups.

Our partners have been kind enough to help us and are keen to help you too.

Free Startup Guide

Start Your Own Business in Bassetlaw

Download the 2026 edition of our FREE guide

An interactive step-by-step guide which also includes all of the most important subjects covered with links to useful articles and relevant contacts.

This guide explains the key start-up subjects in simple English and points to where you can find help and support.

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Bassetlaw Business Advisors

First Enterprise
A leading business support organisation in the heart of Nottingham, established to support the needs of pre-start and existing business owners in Nottingham and throughout the East Midlands. FREE, impartial and confidential one-to-one support, including the provision of business advice, training, access to finance, help with business plans, help with research and identifying sources of funding and information and sign-posting to other useful organisations. FEBA can help you to take your idea from concept to reality and provide follow-up and ongoing support as your business grows.
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Nottinghamshire County Council
Starting and growing your business. Start-up or grow your business in Nottinghamshire by accessing support and advice from the County Council and its partners, providing your business with a competitive advantage to successfully develop and compete on a local and global basis.
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UK Research & Innovation
We invest in research and innovation to enrich lives, drive economic growth, and create jobs and high-quality public services across the UK. We are transforming tomorrow together.
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NBV
NBV are a full member of the NFEA (National Federation of Enterprise Agencies), committed to encouraging the formation and growth of small businesses in England. All full members of the NFEA have achieved both organisational quality standards and individual standards (for their advisory staff).
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NBV Starting In Business Programme
Looking to start up in business? Then this programme is for you! The NBV Starting In Business Programme From bookkeepers and beauticians to cupcake bakers and care agencies, whatever business you dream of starting we can help! Transform your idea into a business with the help and support of our great package of training and funding. On this programme, you’ll get to meet other like-minded people and benefit from the expertise of a company with over 30 years’ experience in helping people start businesses. NBV will be on hand to provide you with advice every step of the way.
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D2N2 Growth Hub
The D2N2 Growth Hub provides businesses in Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire with a single point of access to business support. Our team of Growth Hub Business Advisers and our dedicated telephone enquiry service have the knowledge, skills and expertise to signpost you to the right initiatives and resources to support your business growth.
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LAUNCHPAD
Launchpad is a fully funded business support programme that brings together a wide range of start-up services including workshops, events and one to one support from business advisors and coaches. It is a fully inclusive programme designed to help ambitious entrepreneurs set up and run successful businesses and support SMEs under three years old to take the next step and grow their business.
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Department for Business & Trade
The Department for Business & Trade helps businesses export and grow into global markets. We also help overseas companies locate and grow in the UK. Our services are provided in over 100 markets throughout the world. We are passionate about what we do. Thats why we constantly review our services in light of customer feedback and the impact they offer, which means theyll vary from time to time.
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Prowess- Women in Business
Prowess is the online hub for women-friendly business support, inspiration and information. Our vision is an environment where women in business can flourish. Be inspired Prowess is full of stories and shared experiences from women who’ve made their own way in business. Everyone has a story to tell. And women who are thinking of starting a business – and those looking to grow – say there aren’t enough stories of real women in business out there. In our recent survey 43% said they wanted to read more experiences and case studies from ‘real’ women in business! Read them here, or submit your own here.
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Bassetlaw District Council
Setting up a new business can sometimes be daunting as there are many issues that need to be considered. You may have a good business idea but you may not know where to begin when it comes to taking the plunge and turning your good idea into a successful business! If you are thinking of setting up a new business in the Bassetlaw area, then help is available. Our Business Advisor can help you take the first step by providing advice on a range of issues. Bassetlaw District Council is part of the Sheffield City Region Launchpad programme. Launchpad is the Sheffield City Region Growth Hub’s key business support programme for new business. In addition, we also have an Enterprise Grant Scheme, which provides grants up to £2000 for businesses seeking to locate, re-locate or expand within the Bassetlaw district up to two years of trading. To apply, please email Fiona Humpage, Enterprise Support Manager fiona.humpage@bassetlaw.gov.uk
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In North Notts
There’s support and help available across North Nottinghamshire for all types and size of business. Perhaps you’re interested in finding networking clubs and making new contacts, or groups which can offer grants and funding to take your business forward? You may be looking for organisations to provide support and information for your business or training and development for your staff? Our Business directory can help you find out where and what kind of support is available.
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My Wonderful Life Coach (tm)
Highly recommended Business & Personal Development Coach & Mentor to pre-starts, startups to growth businesses and enterprises. Experienced serial entrepreneur of 10+ varied businesses, Non-Exec director to companies. Practical input to help your business to start & grow. First session free - contact by email outlining your problem, question or help you need.
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NBV Enterprise Solutions Ltd
Get pro-active support, training and resources for people committed to starting a business in the East Midlands. Receive personal business start-up support to move your business idea into a viable business plan and build skills to help you manage it. FREE* Personalised consultation. FREE* Business development support sessions. FREE* Business Master Classes. FREE* 3 months virtual office (from business start date). Grant funding* Start-up loans*. *Subject to area, eligibility and availability
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