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Thursday, December 4, 2025
The counters stack up for luxury backgammon maker following Start Up Loan funding
A Manchester-based craftsman of high-end backgammon boards has invested in new equipment and get a larger workshop with the support of a £6,000 loan through the British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans programme, delivered by GC Business Finance (GCBF).
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
From Dream to Three Studios: How Craft + Common Transformed Their Vision with Start Up Loans
Lancashire craft studio expands to third location in just two years. What started as a dream between two friends has become a thriving multi-location business, thanks to the power of Start Up Loan funding and unwavering determination.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
From Thailand Travel Dreams to Ramsbottom Reality: How Start Up Loans Fueled Authentic Thai Dining Success
When Mylo Sedgley-Phillips and Ketsara Lumb spent three months travelling across Thailand, they discovered something extraordinary – vibrant, authentic dishes that were virtually impossible to find back home in the UK.
Monday, July 28, 2025
GCBF Delivers Record-Breaking Quarter with £7.2m in Start Up Loans
GC Business Finance (GCBF) has recorded its strongest-ever quarter for start up loans delivery, issuing 609 loans worth a total of £7.2 million between April and June 2025
Monday, July 21, 2025
From Festival Waste to Fashion: How Reclaim Tentwear Secured £10k+ to Scale Sustainable Innovation
Manchester-based entrepreneur Marlon Bethell is transforming the UK's festival waste crisis into a thriving sustainable fashion business.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Swindon mum launches subscription box to support neurodiverse children
A Swindon-based entrepreneur has launched a wellbeing subscription box business aimed at supporting neurodiverse children and their families—thanks to a £7,000 Start Up Loan delivered by GC Business Finance.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Something More Productive: Withington Café and Bar Brews Up Success with Start Up Loan
Founded in 2023 by Theo Tobias – and his trusty sidekick, cockapoo Roscoe – the business was launched to bring high-quality, speciality coffee to the heart of Withington.
Monday, March 10, 2025
Phoenix Sounds: Keeping Vinyl Alive with a Fresh New Look 🎵
A beloved Newton Abbot record store is getting a brand refresh and digital upgrade with the help of a Start Up Loan, ensuring music lovers can continue to enjoy their favourite records both in-store and online.
Monday, March 3, 2025
Berkshire Entrepreneur Expands Unique Playing Card Business with Start Up Loan
Ace Places Playing Cards, a Berkshire-based business founded by Emma Sweet in 2023, has secured over £16,000 in Start Up Loan finance from the British Business Bank, delivered by GC Business Finance (GCBF)
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Sports Feet hits the ground running following Start Up Loan support
Stockport-based Sports Feet has gone from strength to strength, securing a second £10,000 Start Up Loan
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