24 Jun
Introduction to Horizon Europe 2026 - June 2026
Introduction webinar explaining Horizon Europe funding opportunities, structure, and application guidance [iuk-busine...ect.org.uk]
When: 24 Jun 10:00 - 11:00
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Innovate UK
25 Jun
Leadership & Culture Growth Session
Join experienced business advisors Andy Hall and Gill Nolan for a practical, interactive Growth Session exploring leadership, culture and how to get the best from your team as your business grows. Suitable for Pendle-based business owners, directors, managers and growing teams.
When: 25 Jun 10:00 - 13:00
Where: Pendle
Host: Growth Lancashire
02 Jul
Cumbria Catalyst; Marketing and AI Bootcamp
The Cumbrian Catalyst is an intensive, one-day bootcamp designed specifically for SMEs.
When: 02 Jul 09:00 - 15:00
Where: Outside Lancashire
Host: Federation of Small Businesses
02 Jul
How Hackers Target SMEs — and How to Protect Your Business
Practical SME workshops delivering expert insight, networking, growth strategies, resilience.
When: 02 Jul 09:30 - 11:30
Where: Preston
Host: University Of Lancashire
08 Jul
Hyndburn Founders Roundtable: Digital and Tech Edition
Join us on the 8th July for Hyndburn Council’s very first Digital & Tech Founders Roundtable and connect with fellow innovators, entrepreneurs and digital leaders.
When: 08 Jul 10:00 - 12:00
Where: Hyndburn
Host: Accrington & Rossendale College
15 Jul
Reset and Restore: A Free 45-Minute Wellbeing Circle for Women in Business
Running a business or a professional career can end up taking all your energy.
When: 15 Jul 12:00 - 12:45
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Lou Booth elementas
15 Jul
July Preston Tech Connection: Hot Takes
This Preston Tech Connection meet-up we're talking Hot Takes in Tech. We all have a view on a topic. It might be controversial, unpopular or thought provoking. Do we say it out loud though?
When: 15 Jul 18:00 - 19:30
Where: Preston
Host: Society1, Coworking Space
13 Aug
Reset and Restore: A Free 45-Minute Wellbeing Circle for Women in Business
Running a business or a professional career can end up taking all your energy.
When: 13 Aug 12:00 - 12:45
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Lou Booth elementas
14 Aug
Unique Ladies Networking Group - Hyndburn
Unique Ladies Networking works because relationships are made, the costs are low, the venue is accessible and these women understand that to get business this way, they must follow up each and every conversation, get to know the other ladies in the room and the business happens!
When: 14 Aug 09:30 - 12:00
Where: Hyndburn
Host: Unique Ladies - Collette Rothwell
25 Aug
Reset and Restore: A Free 45-Minute Wellbeing Circle for Women in Business
Running a business or a professional career can end up taking all your energy.
When: 25 Aug 16:30 - 17:15
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Lou Booth elementas
27 Aug
SEO Fundamentals Webinar
When you built your website, you likely created it with your users in mind, trying to make it easy for them to find and explore your content.
When: 27 Aug 10:30 - 12:00
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce
02 Sep
Reset and Restore: A Free 45-Minute Wellbeing Circle for Women in Business
Running a business or a professional career can end up taking all your energy.
When: 02 Sep 12:00 - 12:45
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Lou Booth
08 Sep
Reset and Restore: A Free 45-Minute Wellbeing Circle for Women in Business
Running a business or a professional career can end up taking all your energy.
When: 08 Sep 16:30 - 17:15
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Lou Booth
15 Sep
3 Day IOSH Managing Safely (Day Release)
15th, 22nd and 29th September 2026. Includes IOSH registration, manual, certification and lunch/refreshments.
When: 15 Sep 09:00 - 17:00
Where: Outside Lancashire
Host: Afterathena Limited
24 Sep
Workplace Wellbeing Open Day at Forrest Hills, Lancaster University
The Workplace Wellbeing Open Day 2026 at Forrest Hills, Lancaster University is a free interactive event designed to support healthier, happier and more productive workplaces.
When: 24 Sep 09:30 - 04:30
Where: Lancaster
Host: Deborah Brookes Roots Corporate Wellness
25 Sep
Unlock Your Business Growth Potential with Help to Grow – September start
Boost your leadership skills and business growth through the Help to Grow: Management Programme, delivered by the University of Lancashire.
When: 25 Sep 09:30 - 14:00
Where: Preston
Host: University of Lancashire
03 Oct
Powerhouses Of Tech And Innovation: A North West Story
Powerhouses of Tech & Innovation: A North West Story Preston and the North West have always been places where things are built-from industrial powerhouses of the past to the digital innovators shaping the future.
When: 03 Oct 18:00 - 19:30
Where: Preston
Host: Society1 Coworking Space
07 Oct
3 Day IOSH Managing Safely (Day Release)
7th, 14th and 21st October 2026. Includes IOSH registration, manual, certification and lunch/refreshments.
When: 07 Oct 09:00 - 17:00
Where: Blackburn with Darwen
Host: Afterathena Limited
08 Oct
Level 3 Mental Health First Aider Training (2 day)
This course will teach learners how to spot and help someone who is going through mental health challenges.
When: 08 Oct 09:00 - 17:00
Where: Blackburn with Darwen
Host: Afterathena Limited
09 Oct
Unique Ladies Networking Group - Hyndburn
Unique Ladies Networking works because relationships are made, the costs are low, the venue is accessible and these women understand that to get business this way, they must follow up each and every conversation, get to know the other ladies in the room and the business happens!
When: 09 Oct 09:30 - 12:00
Where: Hyndburn
Host: Unique Ladies - Collette Rothwell
23 Oct
North West Business Expo 2026
The North West Business Expo is back and promises to be bigger and better than ever before! The exhibition returns to The Premier Suite, within Bolton Wanderers Football Club on Friday the 23rd of October 2026 with 2 floors packed with exhibitors.
When: 23 Oct 09:00 - 15:00
Where: Outside Lancashire
Host: Shout Connect
13 Nov
Unique Ladies Networking Group - Hyndburn
Unique Ladies Networking works because relationships are made, the costs are low, the venue is accessible and these women understand that to get business this way, they must follow up each and every conversation, get to know the other ladies in the room and the business happens!
When: 13 Nov 09:30 - 12:00
Where: Hyndburn
Host: Unique Ladies - Collette Rothwell
11 Dec
Unique Ladies Networking Group - Hyndburn
Unique Ladies Networking works because relationships are made, the costs are low, the venue is accessible and these women understand that to get business this way, they must follow up each and every conversation, get to know the other ladies in the room and the business happens! Come along, you will love it!
When: 11 Dec 09:30 - 12:00
Where: Hyndburn
Host: Unique Ladies - Collette Rothwell
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