New Thanet Business Support Programme Launches
The Thanet Business Support Programme is a Thanet District Council initiative funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, and operated in partnership with Ramsgate Space CIC. The programme will support businesses across the district with practical training, expert advice and opportunities for growth.
Running from December 2025 to March 2026, the programme will take place across Ramsgate, Broadstairs and Margate, offering a diverse and accessible calendar of activities.
December programme highlights
Core business skills workshops
These sessions will equip attendees with clear, focused and actionable plans to help guide business development and strategic growth.
Marketing plan in a day
Date: Thursday 4 December
Time: 12pm to 2.30pm
Location: Ramsgate Space, 17 Albert Court, Ramsgate CT11 9DN
Business plan in a day
Date: Thursday 11 December
Time: 12pm to 2.30pm
Location: Ark, Cliftonville, Margate CT9 2HP
Professional advice clinic and resource: HR Clinic
Date: Friday 12 December
Time: 10am to 1pm
Location: Ramsgate Space, 17 Albert Court, Ramsgate CT11 9DN
Drop-in support for businesses seeking guidance on HR processes, staffing issues and people management.
Help to Grow Essentials
Date: Friday 12 December
Time: 2pm to 3pm
Location: Ramsgate Space, 17 Albert Court, Ramsgate CT11 9DN
A special session delivered by Flora Hamilton, CEO of the Chartered Association of Business Schools, introducing the Help to Grow Essentials programme and sharing insights on productivity, leadership and improvement strategies for small businesses.
Further programme details and additional dates will be announced soon.