Business Durham

From home-workspace to business base - Meet Ian & Tricia of The Knitting Gift Shop - they turned a passion for knitting into a thriving online business, and now operate from Crook Business Centre in County Durham. 🧶 With local sourcing, quality materials and a dedicated workspace, they’ve found the perfect fit for growth and life balance. 👉 Read their full story and discover how flexible workspace in County Durham can make the difference: https://bit.ly/3JWjMN5 #StartUp #SmallBusiness #CountyDurham #Creativity #WorkLifeBalance

From home-workspace to business base - Meet Ian & Tricia of The Knitting Gift Shop - they turned a passion for knitting into a thriving online business, and now operate from Crook Business Centre in County Durham. 🧶 With local sourcing, quality materials and a dedicated workspace, they’ve found the perfect fit for growth and life balance. 👉 Read their full story and discover how flexible workspace in County Durham can make the difference: https://bit.ly/3JWjMN5 #StartUp #SmallBusiness #CountyDurham #Creativity #WorkLifeBalance

£26.9 million to be invested in County Durham sewage plants Northumbrian Water says it is investing £26.9 million in three of its County Durham sites to protect the River Wear, with more than £40m of work to follow nearby. Read more > https://bit.ly/48DnfcF #CountyDurham #NorthumbrianWater

🌱 Planning the future of your farm isn’t easy — but it’s essential. Succession is one of the biggest challenges facing farming families. This free workshop will provide practical guidance on how to plan effectively for the future of your farm business. Delivered by Heather Wildman, the sessions will cover: ➤ Legal and financial considerations ➤ Family communication and planning ➤ Tools to support a smooth transition Register here > https://lnkd.in/eggZGvjt #FarmSuccession #RuralBusiness #SuccessionPlanning

Local Partnership Blooms as Marmax Donated Planters in Support of Foundation’s Gardening Group The Riverside Ground has a fresh new look this autumn thanks to a thoughtful donation from Marmax Products Ltd, a Stanley-based recycled plastic furniture and products manufacturer, to the Foundation’s community gardening group. Read more > https://bit.ly/4pvVt7v #CountyDurham #Support #donation

Bellway wins gold for design of homes at Hedworths Green at Lambton Park in County Durham Bellway’s Hedworths Green at Lambton Park development in County Durham has won the Gold Award for Best Exterior Design at the What House? Awards, being described by the judges as ‘elegant, confident, and timeless’. Read more > https://bit.ly/4pyRMhk #CountyDurham #NorthEast #Awards

County Durham sixth form named UK 'Employer of the Year' at national awards Durham Sixth Form Centre has been named the Investors in People (IiP) UK Employer of the Year 2025 in the 50–249 employees category, receiving the organisation’s highest Platinum-level recognition at a ceremony in London. Read more > https://bit.ly/4pEdP6t #NorthEast #CountyDurham #Education

We’re Hiring – Managing Director, Business Durham Do you have the vision and leadership experience to drive economic growth across County Durham? Business Durham, the business growth service for Durham County Council, is looking for a dynamic Managing Director to lead ambitious programmes, champion innovation, and deliver measurable impact for businesses and communities across the region. This is a rare opportunity to shape the strategic direction of one of County Durham's most influential economic development organisations—working with partners, investors, and businesses to create jobs, attract investment, and unlock new opportunities. 🗓️ Closing Date: 14th December 2025 If you’re motivated by making a difference and driving real results, we’d love to hear from you. 👉 Find out more and apply via the link > https://bit.ly/4o4zRy6 #CountyDurham #CountyDurhamJobVacancies #JobVacancies

Join us at our next Drum Network Event for our business skills session on Thursday 4 December, with marketing expert Michael Pagan, Managing Director of Blue Moon Marketing. With over 20 years’ experience helping more than 150 brands scale through strategic, commercially focused communication, Michael will share practical insights to help Drum Industrial Estate businesses strengthen their marketing, sharpen their messaging, and drive growth. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge from a leading fractional marketing specialist supporting companies across the UK and beyond. Date: Thursday 4 December Time: 8:30 - 10:30 Location: Co-Op Logistics , Drum Industrial Estate, Chester-le-Street DH2 1ST, UK Register your free place here: https://bit.ly/3LL7V4V #Networking #Skills #CountyDurham

Looking to grow your business in 2026? The Durham Business Growth Summit is the perfect place to get practical, expert advice to help you move forward. Join us for a morning packed with insights on productivity, innovation, leadership, funding, and accessing new markets — all tailored for businesses in County Durham. ✔ Hear from local success stories ✔ Meet the specialists who can support your growth ✔ Connect with like-minded businesses 📅 Date: Wednesday 11th February 2026 📍 Venue: Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham ⏰ Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm Reserve your place here : https://bit.ly/4oCwWxB #DurhamBusinessGrowth #BusinessSupport #Durham #GrowthJourney #NorthEastBusiness