We’ve partnered with Sevenoaks District Council to offer a free eight-week programme designed to turn your business ideas into reality. Final spaces remaining - register now!

As part of the StartUp programme, you’ll receive: 

  • Up to £500 grant funding to bring your idea to life
  • Step-by-step business planning
  • Legal, finance and budgeting essentials
  • Branding, marketing and sales strategies
  • One to one mentoring and peer support
  • The opportunity to pitch your idea at the West Kent Expo event. 

Who can join the programme? 

Residents of Sevenoaks District who are developing a business idea. 

When does the programme start and where is it being held?

The programme starts on Wednesday 14 January 2026, and lasts from 12.30pm to 2.30pm. It is then held every Wednesday at the same time until 4 March 2026.

The programme will be held at Meeting Point in Swanley. 29 High Street, Swanley, BR8 8AE.

How to register

You can register your interest now by email, phone or by completing our online form.

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HOUSE closed today

Due to unforeseen circumstances and complications following the recent weather, HOUSE, our youth drop-in centre in Edenbridge, will be closed tonight (Tuesday, 6 January 2026).