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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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