Invest in Darlington

21/01/2026

Are you considering starting your own business? If so, there is a FREE workshop taking place on Wednesday 28th January. It will be a practical, full-day workshop designed to give you the confidence, clarity, and know-how to take your next step into self-employment or business ownership.

To find out more, or sign up to attend visit

Thinking about starting a business, or sitting on an idea you’re ready to turn into something real?

20/01/2026

16/09/2025

Career courses

Introduction to Hospitality – Blackwell Grange – Monday till Friday, 10am – 3pm, 3rd Nov – 7th Nov, The Coleridge Centre

Gain Food and Beverage service and interview skills with Blackwell Grange Hotel in this week-long course with a guaranteed interview upon completion. You will learn Food and Beverage service skills, including how best to serve different types of guests and how to work well as part of the Food and Beverage team. There will also be a visit from Blackwell Grange Hotel staff and an exclusive tour of the Blackwell Grange Hotel.

Introduction to Retail - Monday till Friday, 10am – 3pm, 20th Oct – 24th Oct, Cornmill Centre Training Room

Looking to start a career in retail? This free, week-long course will equip you with the essential skills needed to thrive in a retail environment — and includes a guaranteed interview upon completion with our partnered employers

Our Employment Academy and vocational courses are designed to help you learn more about a specific job area or for a specific role.

11/08/2025

Martin Brower are recruiting for lots of fantastic new roles at their new distribution centre in Darlington - www.michaelpage.co.uk/clientprofile/martin-brower

Take a look now! Could this be your next career move?

Darlington Borough Council Jobs in Darlington

Strategic supply chain partner to leading brands, discover Martin Brower's company, culture, and values.

29/07/2025

Want to grow your business with confidence? It starts with knowing who you're selling to—and who else is selling to them.
Join the Department for Business & Trade on Tuesday, 5 August – 14:00-15:00, for a free webinar, Customer Profiling: Customers and Competitors.

In this practical session, you’ll learn how to:
• Identify and understand your ideal customers
• Use basic market research techniques to build customer profiles
• Analyse your competitors and the trading environment
Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your strategy, this session will give you the tools to make smarter business decisions.
Reserve your place now

Learn how to use data to profile customers and assess competitors.

28/07/2025

Happy reopening to Dan and the team at Bakerman in Clarks Yard! 🥖🥐🍞

Stellar cast 👏 ✨ 🥖

Say hello to the amazing crew behind your favourite loaves, pastries and buns 👋 Some faces are very familiar some newer.

They’ve already been getting stuck in and bringing their skills, passion and plenty of good vibes to the bakery 💪

You’ll be seeing plenty of them as they keep your shelves filled with freshly baked goodness.

Next time you pass our bakery, give these legends a smile or a hello — they’re already baking up a storm, and we know you’ll love them just as much as we do.

22/07/2025

Fuel your Business Growth: Start your business

Do you have a business idea but not sure where to begin? UK Government’s webinar series is here to help you take the leap.

This free six-part series is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, side hustlers, and anyone ready to turn passion into a business. You’ll learn how to:

✅ Validate your business idea
✅ Understand key financial terms
✅ Profile your ideal customers
✅ Set SMART goals
✅ Hear from successful founders who’ve been there and done it

Whether you're at the kitchen table or already making moves, this series will give you the tools and confidence to build a strong foundation.

These weekly sessions are online and free to attend, Find out more

Develop the skills to grow your business

17/07/2025

This beautiful shop is a new addition to Skinnergate, and sells stunning handmade jewellery and locally sourced gifts. Pop in and see what treasures you find!

17/07/2025

Looking forward to another new business opening in ! It will be a great addition to the town centre. Follow their page to keep up to date and find out more!

🎉 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! 🎉

We’ve officially secured our building in the center! 🏢💥
The countdown begins to create something truly exciting — a wild, whacky, and wonderful arcade & entertainment center right here in Darlington! 🕹🎯🎮

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be transforming this space into a vibrant venue packed with racing simulators, immersive themed rooms, consoles, gaming PCs, a funky bar & café, and non-stop fun for all ages! 🍭🚗💡
We are a massive supporter of supporting local business and trade, as much as possible of the work that will be getting done, is going to be completed by local trades!

Follow us for sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes progress, and launch updates — this is going to be a game-changer! 🚀