Enterprise Answers

Backing British farmers, yesterday, today and always.

Pleased to have assisted, with a five figure loan, an artisan cheese producer in rural Lancashire, a second generation family business who will use the funding to upgrade their production facilities and maintain the employment of several members of their local community.

Pleased to have been able to assist a Manchester based cocktail bar with the finance required to upgrade their premises. With four loan offers on the table, the owner chose our finance package based more on quality of service above pricing. Listen ~ Understand ~ Deliver

Another quick application turnaround to enable a pie maker in the heart of the Lakes to access a grant, acquire new equipment and recruit a new employee to continue the growth of their business. Could our finance help you grow your food & drink business?

Well that's a wrap for this week and our office is now closed until 8.00am on Tuesday 2nd April. Have a great Easter Bank Holiday weekend everyone.

A fabulous evening had last week as sponsor of The Casual Dining category at @CumbriaFood2024 In a room full of Cumbria's finest producers, it restated our ethos; "Our passion for supporting the Cumbria food & drink sector runs parallel with their passion for producing it".

Pleased to have assisted Klassic Toyz Detailing Studio based in Pilling to expand their studio. Providing a comprehensive detailing service for cars & motorcycles along with Gary's own range of vehicle cleaning products, this is definitely a one stop shop for great bodywork.

Just a couple of sleeps until Thursday's @CumbriaFood2024 taking place at Kendal College. With celebrity chef & TV presenter, Simon Rimmer hosting, its sure to be a great night celebrating with some of the finest food & drink producers & hospitality venues. Best of luck to all

A really engaging and insightful conversation yesterday with the great guys from Barclays Bank, Scott Davidson, John McAllister & our own Mark Cheetham Many areas of business support & finance discussed with a shared passion to assist Cumbrian & Lancashire based SME's.

1st March 2004 we opened our doors to what was intended to be a 16 month project. We think we've proved our point!

Delicious Indian street food on the doorstep of the Lakes! Pleased to have assisted George & Meera in enabling the realisation of their vision to expand on their current food offering. You can find Bagheera at Keswick market every Thursday. Enjoy!

Penrith Beer Festival Friday 14th and Saturday 15th June. Showcasing local real ales along side ciders, gins and the usual selection of lagers and spirits. Throughout the 2 days there will have live music from various artists and bands as well as food. orlo.uk/5QFzd

@pile_joanne Wishing you all the best Joanne. As passionate supporters of farming, we have followed your story over the last couple of years or so & you have shared a genuine insight to the challenges professionally & personally, for the sector. Take care.

Today is the final day of my cattle routines. Last day of feeding and checking, the last week has been the final week of scraping out, bedding up, TB testing ( not that I’ll miss that ). Tomorrow morning the last of my cattle are off and the first time in 30 years of not having

Proud to see our Lending Manager Mark Cheetham involved as a judge at the forthcoming thebibas.co.uk - A fantastic awards event celebrating some of the best businesses in Lancashire with a night to remember at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom in September. See you there!

Pleased to show our support of @farmernetwork1 at their AGM last night and our commitment to the farming community with our sponsorship of the network for 2024. Great turnout on the night. #backingbritishfarming #wetakeanalternativeview

Well, that's 2024 off to a flying start with finance out the door to a Cumbrian hospitality business, where the finance will be used to renovate and upgrade premises and equipment in readiness for the forthcoming tourism season. Could we assist your business with finance?

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Whether it be for growth, diversification, livestock, machinery or tackling the carbon challenges to achieve Net Zero, our finance may help you take those next steps? Ready to talk? We're ready to listen. #backingbritishfarming #smefinance #creatingopportunity #growth

New Year - new growth aspirations for your business? Could our finance of up to £150,000 unlock your business potential? #smefinance #creatingopportunity #unleashingpotential

As the festive season approaches, the team and Board wish to thank all clients, businesses, individuals and organisations who have engaged or interacted with us during the course of a challenging year and we look forward to the opportunities 2023 will bring.