January 27th, 2012Free Frame Friday!Co Durham & area artists – receive a free frame on Friday!Here at Barnard Castle Framers, we think it’s fun to give something away for free. So sometimes on Friday, we’ll be framing something for somebody – for free! No catch, (well, a few conditions) – Just a free frame. We like to support local artists, and get people framing. Here’s the deal…Find Out At…www.barnardcastleframers.co.ukSee More

Just thought I'd say hello to everyone here and introduce myself, I'm now working for SDEA providing startup and business support accross the Bishop Auckland and Shildon AAP area. If you are within this area and theres anything that I can do to help just give me a call at the agency or on my mobile: 07585 509371.  You can also message me on here and I will be happy to repond to any queries. Neil Pearson  See More

Meeting monthly at Enterprise House, Barnard Castle, the Home Based Business Network brings together a diverse range of local companies to share knowledge, skills, opportunities and experience. Contact Lynn to get involved on 01833 696 750See More

Come and join us at this lunchtime social and get inspired to start your 2012 social media campaigns!Over the past 12 months the various local Social Media cafes have welcomed many new members, hosted some really enjoyable events and shared some interesting experiences.  In addition to this, the members have also made some great new friends / business acqiantences. What's IncludedAll attendees will receive a lovely 2 course mealA glass of wine or soft drink on arrivalEntrance into a prize draw…See More

Short talk/presentation by John Atkinson of Radio Teesdale's Business Programme titled 'Networking Skills', followed by networking over unlimited coffee and cakes.  A small cover charge of £3.00 will apply. Anyone with a business is very welcome to come along, just call Lynn on 01833 696750 for further details.See More

Can someone help...or know someone who may help...? After the great success of last years Prom Dress Pop-up Shop the YMCA and I are looking for a more central venue to host this years shop. So.....Do you know of an empty shop or part of a larger shop in Barnard Castle who would let us use the space for a long weekend (or perhaps two) in early March? Last year we collected 100 donated dresses and sold about £600 worth all helping young women (and some not so young) go to their summer events in…See More

If you run your own business you know it can be toughWould you like to pass on your knowledge and experience to others starting out in their own businesses?Could you give some support to someone running an existing business?If you have ever considered volunteering as a Business Mentor then consider this free training session to help you get started.Taking place at Innovation House, Bishop Auckland on the 20th January the 3 hour session will cover the basics of mentoring and how you can get…See More