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Christine Courtney, founder of Light in the Dark Hypnotherapy, worked with Cumbria Accelerator to gain clarity and confidence around promotion, networking, and running her business in a structured way. This support helped Christine build practical skills, strengthen her self-belief, and take confident first steps toward growing her practice.

Kayleigh Peebles, owner and founder of Magic Castle Soft Play, worked with Cumbria Accelerator to gain clarity across key areas of her business and turn her strong vision into a structured, sustainable operation. This support helped Kayleigh refine branding, pricing, marketing, and customer experience, giving her the confidence, organisation, and direction to grow Magic Castle Soft Play successfully.

Read the 10th December 2025 edition of the Enterprising Cumbria Newsletter.

If you weren’t able to join us live, the full session is now available to watch for a limited time only.

Read the 26th November 2025 edition of the Enterprising Cumbria Newsletter.

With support from the Cumbria Accelerator Programme, Sachin and Shubha turned their popular food trailer, Dosa Chaska, into a nationwide frozen curry subscription service. Guided by advisor Colin Bell, they transformed customer demand into a scalable, sustainable business, bringing authentic South Indian flavours to homes across the UK.

Barrow residents and businesses can now access free one-to-one advice, mentoring and funding support through Enterprising Cumbria’s new Cumbria Accelerator programme. Led by adviser Donna Dacre, it offers tailored guidance for start-ups and growing enterprises, including a £500 pre-start grant to help new ideas get off the ground.

Read the 12th November 2025 edition of the Enterprising Cumbria Newsletter.

With help from Andrea Whigham and the Cumbria Accelerator Programme, Julie switched to Freetobook, simplifying her B&B’s bookings, payments, and guest communication. The changes brought more direct bookings, smoother operations, and her best year yet, giving her greater ease and peace of mind.

A major employment initiative in Cumbria has reached a key milestone with the appointment of a Service Co-ordinator for the £10 million Cumbria Connect to Work programme. Set to launch in early 2026, the scheme aims to support 3,000 people across the county into employment. Leading local charity Inspira has been chosen to deliver the programme in partnership with Cumberland and Westmorland & Furness Councils through Enterprising Cumbria.