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Located in South West Surrey, Waverley is a highly desirable and popular place to work and live, attracting thousands of business leaders who make the borough their first choice of location. WAVERLEY Waverley’s picturesque location, transport share of businesses, followed by Godalming, network, healthy economy and quality housing Haslemere and Cranleigh. are just some of the reasons why over 8,200 Wherever you choose to locate your business, businesses are based here and achieve a collective you will always be well connected with road turnover of nearly £5-billion. and rail routes to London and the coast and, Creative and digital industries are flourishing in major towns, the M3, Gatwick, Heathrow and Waverley, and rural businesses are on the increase. Farnborough within easy reach. Waverley has Other key sectors where demand is expected to good opportunities to drive future prosperity grow include education, further education, the care and dynamism. sector, green technology and the visitor economy. This brochure will guide you through the support With a highly skilled workforce on the doorstep services we offer and signpost you to useful and fantastic educational establishments information for establishing or expanding a including the renowned University for the Creative business, of any size, within the borough. Arts in Farnham, the borough provides employees We’re here to help you so please do get in touch for all types of sectors. if you have any questions about doing business The majority of Waverley’s businesses are located in Waverley. in the main population centres, with Farnham being Economic Development Team the largest and home to 39% of the borough’s Waverley Borough Council

2 www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] Introducing Waverley’s business support service

From identifying funding opportunities to sector specific advice, locating premises and training staff, our Economic Development Team is on hand to help. We place a great deal of emphasis on playing to our strengths and building strong and positive partnerships with the business community and key stakeholders. With our knowledge and contacts across the council and partner organisations, we will help you to navigate your way through the wealth of information that is available to businesses. To guide what we do and to ensure we contribute towards the Council’s vision for a thriving local economy, supporting local businesses and employment, a Covid-19 action plan has been developed, with stakeholders, to best support businesses and employment in 2020-21. The Covid-19 pandemic has had a huge impact on Waverley businesses and residents and a Covid-19 action plan has been developed, with stakeholders, to best support businesses and employment in 2020-21. To reflect new and changing priorities, having declared a climate emergency in 2019, one of our new key priorities is to support businesses to reduce their carbon footprint. For tips, practical advice and case studies can be found at www.businesswaverley.co.uk. We also check we are providing the service you want and need by carrying out an annual business survey. If you would like to take part, please email [email protected]. *The interim Action Plan for 2020/21 is specifically targeted at Covid recovery actions

www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] 3 How we can help you – a guide to our services

Funding opportunities Premises

If you need funding for your business, If the time has come to scale up your business, we can save you from a lot of we can introduce you to resources and the leg work that often goes with finding premises. opportunities for taking your business to With 47 business parks to choose from, four main high streets and many the next level. units located in our rural areas, Waverley is home to a good range of For free and impartial advice on start-up affordable office space. loans through to small business finance, If you are not quite ready for permanent premises but would occasionally like we will put you in touch with advisers at to work alongside other business people, Waverley offers a range of options Enterprise South. for renting a desk in a flexible managed workspace. For example: If you have an innovative idea that you The Space, Farnham want to develop, you may be eligible for grant funding, loans or procurements from The Haslemere Business Centre, Haslemere Innovate UK. Opus Club, Cranleigh When it comes to funding, we always Astra House, Cranleigh have our ear to the ground and will Club 66, Godalming provide you with the latest information. For more details about these workspaces and for contact details of local commercial agents, visit our website at www.businesswaverley.co.uk.

4 www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] Training and events Marketing & customer service Business awards

Investing in training and development is vital Business networking is a great way to make new The Waverley BIG Awards celebrate for maintaining a competitive edge but when contacts, generate new business, find new local suppliers, the best of the best. We organise them you are a small business, the cost can be raise your profile and grow your support network. in partnership with the Chambers of prohibitive. Commerce and town councils. From pay as you go to membership networks, there are To support Waverley’s business community, many networking groups in Waverley. To find the one The awards offer fantastic PR for local we regularly run free training and networking that is right for you, look for details on the events page at businesses and are a great way for events on a range of topics such as www.waverley.gov.uk, contact your local Chamber of your business to raise its profile in the apprenticeships, marketing, cyber security Commerce, see surrey-chambers.co.uk, search online local area. and social medial as well as sector specific for other local networking groups or visit To further understand business needs events like tourism, retail or the film industry. www.networkinginsurrey.co.uk. and challenges, we have set up a Every February/March, we hold a business Our Compete on the Street customer service programme business task group, with quarterly breakfast so we can inform you about council aims to support retailers by offering them additional meetings. budgets and business rates and any other skills to survive the challenges presented by changes in useful topics for businesses. This provides people’s shopping habits. the perfect opportunity to meet the Chief Good customer service is critical to a healthy high street and Executive, Leader of the Council and Portfolio can give physical retailers the edge over online competitors. Holders. Every Customer Counts, is a free customer service training You can keep up to date with news, training module which is available to Waverley retailers. and events in Waverley by signing up to receive our regular business newsletter. Email [email protected]. www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] 5 Local business information Enterprise South

If you are thinking of starting a business or you have a business and need some help, you can get free, independent and confidential advice from Enterprise South, which is funded by Waverley Borough Council. Appointments can be booked with an experienced Chambers of Commerce business adviser by visiting www. businesssouth.org or calling Wherever you decide to locate in the borough, we 0800 652 6254. have four active Chambers of Commerce which are a great place for businesses of all sizes to meet, network and exchange information. The council regularly meets with the chambers of commerce to pursue joint projects and have actively been considering four Business Improvement Districts. Contact your local chamber to find out more. • Farnham: farnhamchamber.org.uk • Godalming: godalmingchamber.org.uk Start your Business • Haslemere: haslemerechamber.co.uk in Waverley book • Cranleigh: destinationcranleigh.net Our free book, Start your own business in Waverley is available to download on our website or can be ordered in hard copy at www.businesswaverley.co.uk.

6 www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] Why businesses choose Waverley

There is a reason, or even several, why so many businesses choose to have their headquarters in Waverley. We have the highest business density in Surrey. Here’s what’s special about Waverley and why it appeals to entrepreneurs from a range of sectors.

www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] 7 Cranleigh

There are nearly 800 businesses in Cranleigh. Construction of buildings, retail trade and real estate activities account for nearly 18% of all businesses. The has a bustling, vibrant centre and offers a range of traditional family businesses and new and dynamic businesses. Although it does not have a train station, Cranleigh has prospered as a satellite of and as a service and light engineering centre for the surrounding smaller . The population is around 11,500.

Manufacturing - Cranleigh Cambertronics is a Cranleigh based electronics design and manufacturing company. Established in 1991, the company has grown and moved twice locally and has been involved in a variety of projects for some of the largest blue chip companies - some as far away as New Zealand! The company feels that Waverley offers an ideal demographic hub for staff and businesses from Surrey, Hampshire and West/East . The safe and attractive locality and reliable local logistical infrastructure is a definite plus. Great local schools/colleges/ universities provide students for work experience and apprenticeships, some of whom have completed their university courses and now come back as customers. The owners plan to grow the business organically whilst uncompromisingly supporting local customers. Creating a highly trained and skilled workforce is essential to enable the company to continue strong growth and employment locally. www.destinationcranleigh.net 8 www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] www.cranleigh-pc.gov.uk

Dunsfold is on the eastern edge of the Green Technology – Dunsfold Park borough. It has a central community Waverley is home to a green technology company which is at the vanguard of energy transition shop and the village is home to Dunsfold – key to enabling the goal of a zero-carbon emission economy. AFC Energy Plc is one of the Aerodrome. Dunsfold Business Park leading providers of alkaline fuel cell solutions which use hydrogen for electricity production. The provides employment to over 1,000 scale of opportunity surrounding the important role hydrogen will play in the global decarbonisation people within a variety of sectors. The agenda is tremendous. redevelopment of Dunsfold Park into a Situated on the borough’s largest business park, the company is listed on the London Stock sustainable garden village has brought Exchange, and has expanded rapidly amidst the growing commitment to tackle climate change, investment into the area. and awakening of the potential of green technologies in the local and national economy.

www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] 9 Haslemere

Situated on the borders of Hampshire and West Sussex, Haslemere is a unique and historic town, centred on an old market square. With its timbered and tile hung houses and cottages, wide high street, and superb choice of shops, restaurants and cafes, Haslemere is an attractive town with a vibrant atmosphere. Wey Hill offers access to the leisure centre and a second business centre Visitor Economy and hospitality

Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa is one of the borough’s four-star hotels. Privately owned, the historic hotel is on a 22 acre site on the outskirts of Haslemere, offering 43 bedrooms and a popular health club and wellbeing suite available for guests and visitors. It also boasts an excellent range of business, conference and wedding options. A number of National Trust locations such at Blackdown, The Devil’s Punchbowl in and Ponds, also attract visitors arriving by train to the town. www.nationaltrust.org.uk www.haslemeretc.org www.haslemerechamber.co.uk

10 www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] Farnham

As ’s first World Craft City, it is not surprising that Farnham is a thriving hub for creative businesses. Farnham is also Waverley’s only university town – the University for the Creative Arts is attended by 2,000 students and epitomises Farnham’s long relationship with craft. From major museums, the , exhibitions, specialist retail outlets and craft-related business, Farnham is home to both world-renowned craft artists and the next generation of emerging makers. Farnham has a buoyant economy with over 3,000 business. It is also home to nearly 40,000 people. The area has seen an injection of investment with the development of Farnham Brightwells Yard and The Woolmead. These projects will attract new retail and leisure businesses into the town centre.

Creative - Farnham Located in the centre of Farnham, Thunderbolt Digital is a full-service digital agency which was established back in 2013 by managing director, Saybhan Delilkhan, who wanted to help small to medium enterprises grow their business online. Now one of the top digital agencies in Surrey they have an in-house team of 15 experienced developers, designers, marketers and project managers. The Thunderbolt team work closely together in the office to ensure that projects and campaigns are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality. Working with a number of large and small companies, Thunderbolt enjoy maintaining the balance of advancing into the corporate world of their larger clients, but never losing their core business and helping local businesses. www.farnhamchamber.org.uk www.farnham.gov.uk

y Nea ph le Ja togra mes Pho www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] 11 Godalming

Godalming is a picturesque historic market town located four miles from Guildford and 30 miles from London. Its proximity to the A3 and train station with a regular service to London Waterloo may explain why nearly ten per cent of businesses located here are classified as ‘activities of head offices and management consultancy’, and 22,000 people have made it their home. The town has a long history and a built environment C hurch S that reflects its heritage. There are five conservation tree t, Go da areas and more than 350 listed buildings. The lm in town is still growing with 21st century architecture g complementing the older buildings. www.godalming-tc.gov.uk www.godalmingchamber.org.uk

12 www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] Professional services - Godalming Gaming - Godalming Start up support – borough wide Based in Godalming, and established in 1992, Upstream Arcade is an independent games Working within Waverley, and the wider south Ramsac provides customised IT and telecoms studio based in Godalming. The original team east of England, The Inspiration Space services, including network management and 24- (Adam Langridge & Imkan Hayati) met at is a business which supports start-ups to hour support, project design and implementation. large gaming company Lionhead, working succeed. Through a blend of collaboration, on the Fable Franchise and Black & White 2 content and community, the company puts With almost 30 years of IT experience, and a games. relationships first and diversity and inclusion team of 60 IT experts, they support the end users, are standard. administer the network and provide a named Some years later they have regrouped and network manager to visit site regularly. combined their skills to make amazing, Founded by local entrepreneur, Liana Fricker, stylistic, groundbreaking action games. As The Inspiration Space was established with the They also run meticulously planned projects, a duo they created their first games title, mission to make it easier for people to start, delivered on time and on budget – from office which was the vibrant ‘Deadbeat Heroes’. grow or scale a small business. This is achieved moves to cloud migrations, system upgrades Expanding the team, they have released a by ensuring its members have the knowledge to new software roll outs. ramsac say, “Being second, dark game called ‘West of Dead’. and insight to spot new opportunities, build a located in Waverley with so many other dynamic unique competitive advantage and accelerate businesses, with great links to London and the Godalming has provided a natural base for growth through digital know-how and south is very important to Ramsac. We love the the growing company, near to the well-known management skills. Whether it’s offering access leafy green surroundings, the transport links, the games hub of Guildford, but far enough away to a wider network of stakeholders, partners, relatively good traffic compared to neighbouring to provide creative space the team enjoys. like-minded entrepreneurs or supporting boroughs, the availability of parking and some Upstream Arcade has aimed ‘to create great business growth through workshops, mindset good local shops and facilities for staff’. games with nice people’ and have worked coaching & 1:1 mentoring, The Inspiration hard to create a space where everybody has As a growing business expanding their IT Space is actively assisting start-ups to reach a say and a stake. solutions, delivering business transformation, their potential within Waverley. digital migration, cyber security and cloud projects they expect to employ around 100 people in 5 years’ time and to almost double turnover in that same period. www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] 13 Filming in Waverley

Children of Men (2006) (2012) War Machine (2017) Batman Begins (2005) The Da Vinci Code (2006) Filmed at Filmed at WAVERLEY BOROUGH Filmed at Last Chance Harvey (2008) Bourne Hankley Dunsfold Wood Common Aerodrome Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang (2010) FILM & TV LOCATION MAP Red 2 (2013) The Theory of Everything (2014) London Has Fallen (2016) Waverley has been fortunate to have hosted a wealth of blockbuster films and TV shows over the years. This map showcases the variety of locations used in the borough. Some sites are open Filmed at Dunsfold Aerodrome 1 6 to the public so visit these beautiful backdrops and experience other great things to do in the local area. Dunsfold Aerodrome 5 5

Gladiator (2000) Casino Royale (2006)

Filmed at Guildford Filmed at Bourne Dunsfold Waverley has been fortunate Wood • Messiah (filmed in 2004) • Because the Night Aerodrome • Foyles War (filmed in 2001) ITV1 drama filmed at • Diary of Edwin Drood (filmed in 2011) Village • Bargain Hunt (filmed 2013) TV Runfold • Bodyguard (released 2018) • Cheat (released 2019) FARNHAM TV shows filmed at , to have hosted a wealth of Godalming Bourne Wood 1 TV Dunsfold Aerodrome 5 2 Wonder Woman (2017) Wonersh World War Z (2013) blockbuster films and TV Charleshill 4 Filmed at 1 Filmed at Bourne Dunsfold Wood Aerodrome GODALMING Shamley Green

shows over the years. The Stroud Common Milford Spreakley 6 • Rosemary & Thyme ITV1 drama filmed at Grafham Frensham HANKLEY Busbridge Lakes Bourne Wood 1 COMMON TV Dunsfold Aerodrome 5 Enton Rushmoor Hydestyle Palmers Cross council recently produced 3 Ewhurst

War Horse (2011) Rush (2013)

Filmed at Filmed at Bourne Pitch Place CRANLEIGH Dunsfold Wood Hambledon Aerodrome a map to showcase the Wormley Brook Loxhill

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variety of locations used in Bourne Wood 1 Dunsfold Aerodrome 5 Hindhead 5 Alfold Crossways • Top Gear Ellen’s Green • Come Fly with Me Thor: The Dark World (2013) Grayswood • Primeval An Ideal Husband (1999) the borough. Some sites are • Dracula • Foyles War Take a Girl Like You (2000) Filmed at BBC1 drama - • Brainiac: Science Abuse Bourne Alfold Bedazzled (2000) featuring ‘I Spirit’ • Spooks Wood The Boys are Back (2009) by Teresa Wells, a • 5th Gear sculpture hired from HASLEMERE • You, Me and the Apocalypse Vampire Academy (2014) The Sculpture Park TV shows filmed at Dunsfold Jupiter Ascending (2015) open to the public to visit near Churt Aerodrome Peterloo (2018) TV TV Killers Anonymous (2019) Godalming these beautiful backdrops Bourne Wood 1 Filmed at Charterhouse School, Godalming 4 Transformers: The Last Knight (2017) Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) Hot Fuzz (2009) Howards End (2017) The Holiday (2006) St Trinians II (2009)

Filmed at Filmed at Filmed at Filmed at Filmed in Filmed at Bourne Bourne Waverley Waverley Godalming Charterhouse Wood Wood Abbey area and School, and experience other great and Vann High Street Godalming Cottage in Godalming

things to do in the local area. Bourne Wood 1 Bourne Wood 1 Abbey Waverley 2 Abbey & Godalming Waverley 2/4 Godalming 4 Godalming 4

Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) The Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015) The Mummy (2017) The Huntsman: Winter’s War (2016) Snow White and the Huntsman (2012) Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (2015)

Filmed at Filmed at Filmed at Filmed at Filmed at Filmed at Bourne Bourne Waverley Waverley Frensham Frensham Wood Wood Abbey Abbey and Pond Pond Frensham (National (National Pond Trust) Trust) (National Trust) Bourne Wood Abbey Pond Waverley & Trensham Bourne Wood 1 1 2 2/3 Pond Frensham 3 Pond Frensham 3

Email: [email protected] to film on Waverley’s land or Surrey’s film office [email protected]. For suppliers when filming look at www.businesswaverley.co.uk 14 www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] Business in Waverley’s villages

In addition to the four larger settlements of Farnham, Haslemere, Godalming and Cranleigh, there are 17 further civil in Waverley:

• Alfold • Frensham • Bramley • Hambledon Tanshire Park • Busbridge • Hascombe • Chiddingfold • • Churt • • Dockenfield • Tilford • Dunsfold • Witley • Elstead • Wonersh • Ewhurst

The villages are home to exciting and varied enterprises from creative start- ups to high tech ventures nestled in the wonderful landscape. For example: Pierrepont Elstead - home to Tanshire Park, an established office park on the outskirts of the village and just minutes from the A3 giving quick access to Farm Guildford and the surrounding areas. Hambledon - The Old Coal Yard is a small business park in the pretty village of Hambledon - now home to a range of artisan businesses including gin maker, florist and bakery. Frensham – created from disused dairy buildings made into vibrant business units surrounded by idyllic countryside, Pierrepont Farm is a 200-acre heathland dairy farm near Frensham. To find out more about business life in Waverley’s villages and how your business might fit, visit our websitewww.businesswaverley.co.uk

www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] 15 Looking to Invest in Waverley? If you would like help to find premises, whether it’s for a Head Quarters, a hotel or a small retail unit, or enquire Larger businesses about council owned options, please contact us at [email protected] Whilst over 90% of businesses in Waverley are small businesses employing fewer than ten people, the borough is also home to a number of larger employers either in terms of staff size or in terms of turnover. A number of head offices are based in the borough, as well as private schools and larger retailers. The area is very attractive for those looking to relocate from London and larger cities, to enjoy a very special quality of life. Waverley also has around 10,200 home workers and this number is expected to increase as businesses based outside Waverley respond to the challenges and opportunities presented by the coronavirus pandemic.

16 www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] Other Council services to support you

Business Rates Skills and employment

‘Business rates’ is the commonly used term Recruiting and retaining the right people There are no age limits for for non-domestic rates which are charged for your business can be challenging but apprenticeships, and they can offer an on non-domestic premises including most Waverley Training Services (WTS), which is excellent opportunity to train and reward commercial properties such as shops, based in Farnham may be able to offer you a staff. All qualifications are awarded by pubs, warehouses and factories. If you use solution. either City & Guilds, ILM or AAT. a building or part of a building for business, With over 30 years’ experience of delivering Waverley Training Services can also help you will probably have to pay business rates. funded, work-based qualifications and recruit new apprentices into businesses at Every year, Waverley Borough Council apprenticeships, they are quality approved no extra cost. collects around £38 million in business and have kite marks such as Investors in Visit: www.waverley.gov.uk/wts rates. We currently retain 5% for use in local People, the Matrix Standard and a Grade 2 services. Ofsted inspection. Email: [email protected] Tel: 01252 725872 If your rateable value does not exceed They offer apprenticeships in: £15,000 you may be entitled to small • Team Leading & Management business rate relief. For a property with a rateable value of no more than £12,000, you • Business Administration may be entitled to receive 100% reduction in • Customer Service your rates bill. • Accountancy Visit: www.waverley.gov.uk/ • Supporting Teaching & Learning in businessrates Schools Email: [email protected] • Public Sector Tel: 01483 523522

www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] 17 Planning Procurement

If you want to make your business more visible by Every year, Waverley place orders for thousands of pounds worth installing a sign at your premises or you are thinking of work. You can find information on current tenders and contract about changing the nature of your business, we opportunities on the South East Shared Services e-sourcing Portal. recommend you look at our permitted development To ensure we let contracts on a fair and objective basis, we follow a set guidelines at www.waverley.gov.uk/planning. of Contract Procurement Rules. We either use open tenders, national If you would like to add more floor space to your or regional frameworks or compile tender lists for individual contracts business, you might need planning permission. We through lists supplied by third parties or by assessing organisations that offer a pre-application service for anybody who is have expressed an interest in response to an advertisement. thinking about submitting a planning application. Visit: www.waverley.gov.uk/procurement There is a charge for this service but if you are an existing business in Waverley you might qualify for Email: [email protected] a 10% discount. Tel: 01483 523149 • www.waverley.gov.uk/ preappplanningadvice • www.waverley.gov.uk/ Licensing businessplanningguidance For further information on non-householder You may need a specific licence, permit or other authorisation to run your advice: business. We are currently responsible for licensing a variety of activities including: • Do I need planning permission? Non domestic guidance | Do I need planning permission? Non • Sales of alcohol domestic guidance | Waverley Borough Council • Gambling Visit: www.waverley.gov.uk/planning • Taxi and private hire Visit: www.waverley.gov.uk/licensing Email: [email protected] • Charity collections Email: [email protected] Tel: 01483 523583 • Pavement licences Tel: 01483 523219

18 www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] Environmental Health Building Control Service

Environmental health contributes to the If you are altering your workspace or building maintenance and improvement of public health. new offices our Building Control team will Our team of experts deal with: work with your architects, builders, structural engineers etc. to ensure your project • Caravan sites progresses efficiently. • Animal welfare Our building control surveyors are • Street trading knowledgeable, responsive and solution • Charitable collections focused. As a local team they can react • Scrap metal dealers. to your on-site needs with a next day • Cosmetic piercing, electrolysis, acupuncture inspection service and have an excellent • Tattooing understanding of the ground conditions that could affect your project. • Semi-permanent skin colouring They have good working relationships with The team work closely with the borough’s many the construction experts in the area and a food businesses. When starting a new food reputation for building excellent relationships business there are lots of things to consider such with clients. as making sure you have registered with us at least 28 days before Visit: www.waverley.gov.uk/ you open. buildingcontrol Contact us for advice and guidance on any Email: [email protected] aspect of environmental health. Tel: 01483 523323 Visit: www.waverley.gov.uk/ environmentalhealth Email: [email protected] Tel: 01483 523393

www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] 19 Regional and national partners

The Enterprise M3 Local Enterprise Partnership drives the Federation of Small Businesses – The Federation economic growth of the area by working with businesses, key of Small Businesses offers its members a wide range of delivery partners and central government. They bring people, vital business services - www.fsb.org.uk business, and public and not for profit sectors together and Surrey Chambers of Commerce works closely can offer grants in some cases - www.enterprisem3.org.uk with all 11 local boroughs around the county as well as We are proud to be a champion of Business South, an Surrey County Council - www.surrey-chambers.co.uk influential networking organisation which connects leading Visit Surrey is the official Tourist Board for Surrey. a employers in order to promote the economy of our region. not for profit partnership working to boost the visitor The LEP’s Growth Hub provides support and advice for economy and support businesses in promoting Surrey businesses while enabling collaboration and connectivity. as a great destination to visit - www.visitsurrey.com All businesses in the area are able to use the Growth Hub’s resource network which includes a helpline - 0300 456 3565 Department for International Trade – if you’ve considered exporting, you may be interested in speaking to the Department for International Trade to secure UK and global prosperity by promoting and financing international trade and investment, and championing free trade - www.gov.uk/dit

20 www.businesswaverley.co.uk [email protected] ‘I’m just getting in touch to thank you Just some business for your help with my application for the Government small business grant scheme and pleased to report that I received the support feedback £10k, as you can imagine I was hugely relieved and the money will go a long way in helping support my business at this difficult time. I hope you are all ok and staying safe and I look forward to meeting you one day in Elliott’s in Chiddingfold. Take care and warm regards, ‘Many thanks for your help in our search for a Maxine’ pop up shop in town. I am immensely grateful to both of you for your prompt action. We have acquired premises on the High Street, Godalming. It is a fabulous location and we have already scrubbed it out and put posters in the window. The official opening will probably be on ‘Just to say thank you for your support August 3rd. ‘It is wonderful to have an Economic for the Rotary Job Club which is Development Project Department at Waverley; now well established and has seen 5 somewhere pivotal to go to get advice on how applicants through both sessions of the to manage and move business opportunities programme. All three have been really forward and you have been particularly helpful pleased with the help and support which and enabling’ our facilitators have given them. Very Carolyn Wheatley many thanks again to both Waverley BC Dan Eley Foundation and Godalming Town Council.’ Joy Poulter Rotary in Godalming ‘It’s great that you are being so proactive in these times! That can

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