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An exciting and immersive Food Technology event for Year 11 students took place at Kendal College, welcoming over 40 GCSE Food Technology students and their teachers from five South Lakes secondary schools.

Read the 15th October 2025 edition of the Enterprising Cumbria Newsletter.

With help from Donna Dacre and the Cumbria Accelerator Programme, Jackie Baxter, owner of Abbey Mill Coffee Shop, explored new ways to boost year-round trade and sustainability. She’s now expanding her afternoon tea boxes for UK delivery and planning for the future with renewed confidence - ensuring Abbey Mill continues to thrive in its historic setting.

Enterprising Cumbria, the county’s new delivery body for economic growth, has announced the appointment of Donna Dacre as its new Business Advisor for Barrow, strengthening its support for local enterprises and entrepreneurs.

The potential for the North West to unlock significant investment and jobs has been set out in a newly published report.

Nuclear Waste Services is funding Dream Placement opportunities for West Cumbrian charities, small businesses and young people.

Enterprising Cumbria is taking part in Business Finance Week 2025, a nationwide programme helping smaller businesses understand the finance options available to support growth.

Are you passionate about helping young people access meaningful careers? Cumbria Careers Hub is seeking a strategic and enthusiastic Employer Engagement Project Lead to enhance work experience opportunities across 16 secondary schools.

Enterprising Cumbria has announced a new initiative that will place young people at the heart of the county’s long-term economic future.

Enterprising Cumbria has been named the regional delivery partner for the UK Government’s new Business Growth Service.