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North Kesteven District Council is offering free parking in Sleaford in all North Kesteven District Council-owned car parks, every Saturday in December, including Small Business Saturday on December 7.
While these free Saturdays in 2023 don’t apply to Eastgate car park, which is owned by Sleaford Town Council, shoppers can still enjoy its usual low rates – free for the first hour; £1.50 for three hours and £3.50 for over three hours.
This initiative aims to give a boost local to businesses by encouraging residents and visitors to shop and spend in the town centre during the festive season.
Sleaford promises a vibrant atmosphere throughout December, with exciting events and activities planned. Enjoy shopping local and discovering all that Sleaford has to offer this December.
For more events in Sleaford throughout December, visit the Heart of Lincs website.
North Kesteven District Council are delivering two grant schemes, both are open and accepting applications:
The Small Business Grant offers grants from £500 up to a maximum of £5,000, with a minimum project cost of £1,250; 60% match funding is required. Find out more about the Small Business Grant.
The Rural Business Grant provides minimum grants of £5,000 and match funding is also required. The deadline for completion of any proposed purchase and works is March 2025. Find out more about the Rural Business Grant.
The Rural Business Grant is being delivered by North Kesteven District Council for DEFRA under the Rural England Prosperity Fund. This allocation is an addendum to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Over 600 North Kesteven businesses are receiving access to social media training and tools, via Maybe*, an online platform which aims to streamline work, boost efficiency, and create on-brand messages effortlessly.
Through Maybe* businesses can access live or on-demand training and benefit from market-leading social media tools. Many of its tools are AI-powered, saving businesses valuable time. This support has been secured by North Kesteven District Council through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Claim your free access to Maybe*.
The East Midlands Creative Consortium is offering high-potential organisations funded mentoring, access to peer networking and more, helping regional businesses prepare to accelerate ahead.
Bespoke development packages will be offered, meaning focus will be on areas where specific areas are needed.
Find out more and apply.
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