Our Partners

Construction and Risk Management Consultancy

We are a multi-disciplined professional consultancy providing compliance services in: CDM Principal Designer; clerk of works; BREEAM and environmental assessments; and health and safety.

Project and Building Consultancy

A multi award winning Project + Building Consultancy providing commercially aware, technical advice to a range of market sectors. We believe buildings are assets, not liabilities, and provide advice over a building’s lifecycle – from acquisition or construction to refurbishment and redevelopment.

Construction, commercial & corporate

A niche law firm providing legal services to keep your business projects moving. Their first class consultancy service supports clients in finding value-for-money, and innovative solutions through the use of strategic procurement processes, and effective contracting.

Property Investment Business

Our Purpose is to drive investment into Preston and provide sustainable and affordable homes.

Property

Armitstead Barnett is a leading firm of Rural Chartered Surveyors, Valuers, Estate Agents and Auctioneers working throughout the North West.

Construction

We are a multi-disciplined and experienced Building and Energy Consultancy firm carrying out sustainable building and energy assessments, SAP / SBEM Calculations, EPCs, Water Calculations, Renewable Energy Statements, Sustainability Reports, Daylight Calculations, BREEAM, Flood Risk Assessments, Surface Water Reports.

Media / Community News

Blog Preston is a hub of news, views and information about the city of Preston in Lancashire, UK.

Software Development

Blue Wren is a software business specialising in CRM & Business Workflow Systems.

Arboriculture

Bowland Tree Consultancy are a Preston based company providing professional advice on all tree related matters to a wide range of clients throughout the UK. Since its establishment in 2009, they have provided arboricultural consultancy services for numerous projects, ranging from risk assessments of individual ancient trees to construction impact assessments of multi-million-pound utility schemes.

Retail, Commercial, Residential and Partnerships

A northwest based commercial development, housing development and property investment company. Brookhouse has delivered a vast range of commercial and residential developments across the UK, including the Queens Shopping Park, Queens Street Preston.

Education

Cardinal Newman College is one of the highest performing sixth form colleges nationally. With outstanding teachers, facilities and results, we are the place of choice for students across Lancashire.

Architecture, Planning, Building Surveying

Cassidy + Ashton is an award-winning practice of architects, planners, building surveyors and construction advisers. We have a team of over 50 A+ people committed to providing an A+ service, results and careers.

Full-fibre network infrastructure partner

CityFibre, the UK’s largest alternative provider of wholesale full-fibre infrastructure and the builder of Gigabit Cities reaching up to 8 Million homes by 2025. CityFibre is future-proofing Preston with an investment of £30 million to reach up to 52,000 homes.

Social Housing | Housing Association

Community Gateway was set up in 2005 to provide affordable housing across Preston and surrounding areas. We were the first Housing Association based on the Community Gateway Model which is about putting tenants and residents at the heart of the organisation.

Business Centre

A business centre located in the heart of the city, Cotton Court offers solutions for businesses of any size. From conference and meeting room hire, offices and desk space, business address, call answering and admin support. Exposed brickwork is a key feature of this modern, contemporary building.

Development Land & Property

We are an independent development and strategic land specialists. Working with landowners, developers, planners and specialist promoters to deliver solutions that maximise value and meet our client requirements.

Education

At Creativity Works Preston we provide work-based learning opportunities as an alternative to mainstream education. Through our learning programmes, we empower young people to achieve accredited qualifications and develop skills that will help them find their place in the world of work.

Professional Services/Construction and Property/Architects

David Cox Architects use imagination to add value to sites and buildings. In the last five years, they have worked across a range of sectors located throughout the UK on projects valued from £100K up to £18m.

Construction, Commercial, Property Development, Residential, Health & Care, Facilities Management, Water, Civil Engineering

As an award-winning leader in the UK property and construction industry, the Eric Wright Group demonstrates a culture of excellence in civil engineering, construction, facilities management, property development, property management and health and care that ensures long-term relationships with our partners and clients.

Event Management

Events Northern Ltd offers a full event management service for every type of event project. Whatever your idea may be, talk to us to ensure your next event meets your objectives on schedule, on budget and on track. We offer a complete and comprehensive service, from conception through to implementation. We create bespoke events as standard.

Professional Services/Legal

A leading law firm with six offices across the North West, Farleys keep things straightforward and simple; cutting out unnecessary legal jargon. Our passion lies in putting the client first, and we work tirelessly to provide outstanding legal services that exceed expectations.

PR, Marketing and Communications

Freshfield is a professional marketing communications and advisory firm. We work in partnership with our valued clients to deliver advice, ideas and service that has a positive impact on their brand reputation and business performance.

Property

FCD is an ambitious property developer based in the North West. We create beautifully finished residential and commercial spaces, designed with life in mind. With integrity at the heart of what we do, we provide a win-win solution for investors, occupiers, clients, our team and the community.

Frank Whittle Partnership is a multi-disciplined practice offering Architecture, M&E Design, Structural Engineering, Interior Design, Building Surveying, Project Management, Quantity Surveying and CDM Consultancy.

Banking and Finance

Relationship banking is at the heart of everything we do. Dealing with people you know by name, decisions are made locally by us at the branch, enabling us to offer a banking service tailored to your needs. Staffed by an experienced team who know and understand the local market, we offer banking services for both personal and business customers and aim to provide the highest quality service.

Legal

Harrison Drury’s talented and multi-disciplined teams of lawyers are unwavering in their passion and commitment to successfully advise clients; which include multi-million-pound organisations, owner-managed businesses and high net worth individuals. At the heart of our approach is a core purpose that we make possible for our clients, people and communities.

Hungry Horace

Business Consultant aimed at improving cash flow and profitability, giving Companies the knowledge of how to identify and overcome common obstacles in improving cash flow and profitability, ensuring they get paid promptly and efficiently now and in the future.

Arts

In Certain Places is a curatorial partnership based at the University of Central Lancashire, Preston. Since 2003, through interdisciplinary projects, we have worked with artists to question, test, disrupt and shape the places in our city.

Service & Construction

JFN are installers and Maintainers of Fire Alarm, Life Safety, Security and Communication Systems. Based in Preston we operate Nationally, with a focus on the North West. Currently supporting 26 Direct full-time jobs within the local area, we are the current BIBAS New Business of the year Winner, 2018 and the current Finalist for Small Business of the Year 2019.

Training Consultancy

JL Consultancy is in the business of empowering individuals, public groups and businesses to succeed by helping set meaningful goals and eliminate things they have control over that prevent them from achieving all they wish to. Please contact us for a free consultation to see what we can do for you.

Property and Construction Advisory Services

Jones Melling is a specialist property and construction advisory firm, with teams in building surveying, quantity surveying, residential surveying and project management. Established in 2009, it has offices in Preston, Chester and London. It advises a wide range of property owners, businesses and landlords as well as professional and financial services businesses.

Residential sales and lettings

Kingswood Sales and Lettings are a market-leading sales and lettings agent covering Preston and the surrounding areas for both residential and commercial property.

Media/Publishing/Business Support

Here to bring together the Lancashire business community, celebrate excellence and provide platforms to share success. Launched as a magazine in 2005, the brand has grown to encompass events, awards and initiatives, communicated online, in print & in person.

Local Government

Headquartered at County Hall in Preston, Lancashire County Council is the upper-tier local authority for Lancashire.

Events, esports

LCG Events are designed to help Sports Clubs engage with a younger fanbase, promote social initiatives, increase participation in active sports and expand the matchday experience.

Dance, arts, entertainment, health

LPM Dance is an artists-led dance organisation based in Lancashire. We specialise in dance for health and working with communities across the lifespan who may have limited access to opportunities.

Hotels, accommodation

Luxury boutique aparthotels in the heart of Preston City Centre.

Property, Training, Estate Agency

Bespoke training across all areas for Estate and Letting Agents in the North West. You will work with a single trainer who will take the time to understand your business, then design training to work with your exact needs.

Estate Agency

Forward-thinking estate agent with a passion for Preston and a bespoke service for clients.

Construction Project Management, Architectural & Building Services

At Miles Consult & Construct we provide a range of services to suit your requirements. We deliver schemes ranging from simple room renovations to extensions to both domestic and Educational Establishments.

Legal Services

Napthens provides legal services to businesses and individuals. With around 240 staff, our services are provided by true specialists in their field operating from offices located across the North-West, including our head office in Preston.

IT, Network and Telecoms

NetDec is an independent provider of IT Support, Broadband Connectivity, VoIP Telephony, Cloud Computing and IT Consultancy. They offer comprehensive technology solutions to businesses of all sizes, across all industries and sectors.

A National company offering a wide range of services direct to local Estate Agents, Residential Management Companies and Landlords direct.

Business Support

With 1,600 members, the award-winning NWL Chamber of Commerce established in 1916, is the biggest voice of business in Lancashire. Our primary focus is that of representing, supporting and promoting our members and the business community within the region.

Consulting, Project/Programme Management, Coaching, Mentoring

P34B Limited enable property, manufacturing and SMEs to prepare change projects, manage outcomes, improve capability, partner to innovate whilst supporting and inspiring our next generation.

Digital marketing, social media marketing

Peacock Social helps businesses and brands grow their digital presence. Be bold like a peacock and stand out from the crowd via our Social Media Management, Training and Consultancy services #SpreadYourWings.

Media/Community News

We celebrate only the good in Preston; the good promotions and services that businesses have to offer, the good charitable organisations that thrive in our community and as many of the good people doing good things as possible.

Local Government

Preston City Council is a district council, working alongside Lancashire County Council as part of a two-tier local government system.

Education

At Preston’s College, we take great pride in supporting all of our learners to achieve the qualifications they need, alongside the technical skills, knowledge and experience that employers and universities are looking for. In short, it’s our mission to help make learners the most employable they can be.

Planning Consultants

PWA Planning is a niche planning and development practice, located in the North West, but with a nationwide client portfolio. Our purpose is to help businesses, organisations and individuals get their development moving by giving them the advice and support they need to navigate the path to planning permission and development.

Acoustic Consultants

An independent consultancy providing professional and cost-effective services and solutions in all aspects of acoustics, noise control and vibration. Our technical expertise embraces architectural, environmental and industrial acoustics, pre-completion tests, noise control & vibration assessments.

Surveyors

Independent Chartered Surveyors and Commercial Property Consultants.

Apprenticeships

Runshaw Apprenticeship is a great way to get the most from education and employment. Whether you are starting a career, already in work, or looking for a change in career, our Apprenticeships can take you where you want to go!

Accountants & business advisors

We see our clients as part of our family – with a business to be cared for and nurtured. With SBCA, you’ll get high-quality accountancy and business advice support with an exceptional level of service provided by down-to-earth people.

Construction Ironmongers

Architectural Ironmongers, providing a vast selection of goods and consumables for use in all types of buildings. Guild of Architectural Ironmongers qualified staff. Specialists in Door Scheduling. Technical support on-site. CPD presentations.

Technology & Marketing

We offer our clients an integrated approach. A full digital strategy – not just a website. The whole spectrum of digital agency services underpinned by an enthusiastic understanding of your business, your audience, and your objectives.

Co-working | Office Space

Society1 is a co-working space in the heart of Preston. It’s a fully flexible workspace available to use, whenever and however you need it. Packed with everything you need and more.

Healthcare

St Catherine’s Hospice is an independent, local charity that supports local people affected by life-shortening conditions to have the quality of life, to the end of life.

Legal/Solicitors

The UK’s largest specialist divorce & family law practice, with an office convenient to you in Preston.

Architecture | Furniture & Interior Design

A crafted team of Architects mixing innovation & imagination with environmental design. Led by award-winning chartered architect John Bridge. Specialising in high-end Residential Eco homes, City Centre Regeneration & Digital Architecture. Unique, custom furniture design & fabrication.

Taylors Estates is a local independent Sales, Lettings and Property Management business with offices based in Preston, Chorley, Leyland and the surrounding areas.

Arts

The Birley is an artist-led studios and project space in Preston city centre, supporting critically and socially engaged contemporary art practice.

Consultancy

Delivering team and leadership development to ensure businesses have the right people in the right roles. With the best recruitment, talent development and succession planning to deliver your strategic vision.

Commercial Electrical/Construction

Providing commercial electrical installation and maintenance services across the region, we know finding a reliable and cost effective electrical contractor is important. We offer a flexible approach to meet customers’ needs as well as full project management including all building service disciplines.

Education

Located in the heart of Preston and a founding partner of Preston Partnership, the University of Central Lancashire is the international, multi-campus university tracing its roots back to 1828 and leading the way in modern learning today.

It is one of the UK’s largest universities with a staff and student community approaching 38,000, and an employment-focused course portfolio of over 350 undergraduate programmes and nearly 200+ postgraduate courses.

Health/Wellness

Walking and talking for better physical health, mental wellbeing, social interaction and creative collaboration

Design, Brand, Film, Marketing, Advertising, Digital

Wash is an ideas studio shaped for an integrated age, built to develop, articulate and share our clients’ brands. With a team of strategic thinkers and visual creatives, we are one of the most respected design and film studios in the North-West.

YOLO combines three key elements that work together to create a powerful and unique, sensory experience that will leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed and more focused.