January update

January Update

We start the new year with a great training opportunity for BID members:

Free Training for BID Members

Plan your content for 2026

Monday 26th January 2026 - 9.30am-12.30pm

Location: NatWest, Market Place, Loughborough LE11 3NZ

In this workshop, we will cover the essentials you need to plan for success in 2026 including which marketing channels you should focus on, what themes you will have for your content, and many techniques to get more eyeballs on your content, generate footfall and not get overwhelmed.

This session is interactive and practical - we’ll be on hand to help you craft your plan.

Includes:

Choosing the right channels for your business
Content themes to create better, engaging content your customers will be interested in
How to make a year-long plan

You'll leave the training session with a plan for the year that you can take back to your business and start implementing the very same day.

To book your place and to see a list of other training courses available to BID members visit https://loveloughborough.co.uk/love-bid/training-opportunities/

CEO Sleepout

Falcon Support Services based in Loughborough is excited to host CEO Sleepout at Mattioli Woods Welford Stadium on 10th April to help the homeless in Leicestershire.

Business and academic leaders, business owners, execs, office teams are invited to join in for an unforgettable night at CEO Sleepout Leicester!

You'll spend the night alongside other compassionate business leaders who care about our local communities, all raising money via sponsorship or donation. On the big night, you’ll hear from people who have lived through, and overcome homelessness. These stories will unlock a deeper understanding and compassion for others, making CEO Sleepout Leicester an unforgettable experience.

Together we'll raise much needed funds to help Falcon Support Services and other charities on the frontline of hunger and homelessness across Leicestershire.

The event is open to anyone in the business community across Leicestershire. All you need is a big heart and a sleeping bag…. And aim to raise £800 for a great cause!

How to register: Visit ceosleepout.co.uk or email donna.richardson@falconsupportservices.org.uk

Looking for new office space?

At Jason Works there are semi-private office spaces available within a characterful, design-led building. Jason Works offers a place where independent teams and individuals work alongside one another, with space to focus, and shared areas that make the day feel connected.

These offices suit those who want a base of their own, with the quiet benefit of being surrounded by people doing interesting work.There's wi-fi, parking and a meeting room available.

Canal House offers a simple, well-thought-out place to work - as often or as little as you need.

These hot-desking and private offices are available with wi-fi, meeting room and on-site coffee shop.

OAC also offers hot-desking and private offices in a bright, design-led building that feels calm, creative and easy to work in. Wi-fi and coffee shop on site.

For full details contact francesca@mortargroup.co.uk

To find out more about forthcoming campaigns, projects and opportunities to work with the team at Loughborough BID please contact manager@loveloughborough.co.uk

The Love Loughborough Team

2 High Street, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 2PY, United Kingdom

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