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The Sleaford Shopfront Grant Scheme, funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, is revitalising Sleaford's town centre by uncovering forgotten heritage features and restoring buildings.
Over £380,000 of funding has been allocated to 12 projects, covering up to 90% of costs. By the end of the scheme in March 2025, 15 shopfronts in Eastgate, Westgate, Southgate, Northgate, and Boston Road will be restored or have existing features repaired.
While only a few projects are complete, the transformations are already revealing beautiful historic details. While preserving Sleaford’s heritage, it also creates a vibrant environment for businesses, driving economic growth and enhancing community pride.
Read more about the properties being restored.
Small Business Saturday is on 7 December this year, an initiative encouraging consumers to shop locally and support small businesses.
Businesses can enhance their visibility by adding themselves to the Small Business Finder, a free resource. The website also offers downloadable logos and social media graphics.
Additionally, you can request to be listed in the Shop Local business directory on Business NK. There’s also an opportunity to feature your business on our social media channels. Get in touch if you’re interested in shining a spotlight on your small business!
The shortlist has been announced for Destination Lincolnshire's Tourism Excellence Award 2024-25, which aim to champion the very best of the tourism industry.
We're thrilled to see a range of North Kesteven businesses, and organisations, in the running for an award. Congratulations to all who have been shortlisted and good luck for the award ceremony on 28 February.
View the list of shortlisted businesses.
Agri-tech and food technology businesses in Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland can apply for grants totaling up to £2.5 million to support innovation and growth in the latest round of the Launchpad programme for Eastern England.
The programme allows small and medium enterprises (SMEs) working in the region to apply for competitive grants for Research & Development and innovation projects that focus on agri-tech and food technology.
Visit the Greater Lincolnshire LEP for more information.
You're invited to explore the improvements at Monument Gardens and discover the latest exhibits at Sleaford Museum, on Saturday, November 16, from 10:30am to 4pm.
Some highlights of the event include free bitesize talks and tours of the museum, a chance to see the repainted Wyvern Barrier and to enjoy the new mosaic, flower beds, benches, and a restored Sleaford town sign, plus a chance to meet artist Vikki Buss and learn about her inspiration for the mosaic.
Sleaford and District Civic Trust will also be available for a chat about local history and preservation efforts and you can enjoy music from 1:15pm and 2:25pm. Entry to the event will be free; keep an eye on the Council's social media channels for further details.
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