Launch of new Youth Hub in Redhill
Supporting young people into employment
 
 
A group of adults standing outside the ASG Community Centre entrance, arranged around a sign promoting the Redhill Youth Hub. The building sign is visible above the doorway, and the group is posed on the pavement in front of the centre during a daytime event.

Redhill Youth Hub is officially open! Support will be delivered in the heart of Redhill (hosted at The Asian Social Centre) with satellite offices in Caterham and Oxted. The Youth Hub will provide support to young people not in education, employment or training in the local area. By bringing together key partners, the Youth Hub will make a real difference to employment opportunities for young people.

The Youth Hub supports young residents aged between 18 and 24 claiming Universal Credit to meet job goals. They will be able to access on-site jobcentre support alongside mental health and housing support, skills and training opportunities, careers guidance and direct connections to employers with live job and apprenticeship opportunities.

This joint project between Reigate & Banstead Borough Council and Tandridge District Council has been funded by the Department of Work and Pensions and is delivered by Surrey Lifelong Learning Partnership.

For more information about the services, locations and to book an appointment
 
 
Celebrating Our Local Business Guilds
 
 
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Local town centre guilds and business groups like Reigate Business Guild, Redhill Business Guild and the newly-established Banstead Business Group play an important role in the local economy, providing support, collaboration, representation and promotion of our high street businesses. If you've never been to a meeting of your local town centre group, get in touch as they are always happy to welcome new members.

Local business groups and guilds play a vital role in strengthening our economy and keeping our high streets vibrant. They bring businesses together to collaborate, share ideas and tackle common challenges and provide a powerful collective voice. By working together, members can raise awareness of local issues, promote town centres and support initiatives that benefit their wider community.

 

Together, they help create resilient, connected business communities that are better prepared to adapt, grow and thrive.

 

Current town centre guilds/groups include:
Reigate Business Guild
Redhill Business Guild

Banstead Business Group (meets on the First Monday of the month - email Charlie for more information)
 
 
Strengthen your business with community impact
30 June (09:30-11:00) Town Hall, Reigate
 
 
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Join us for a special business and charity sector event with an inspiring panel of speakers, facilitated by Nicola Dawes DL from Stripey Stork. It will be a great opportunity for businesses to connect with local charities. Find out how your business can benefit and add positive social impact through volunteering and sharing expertise with the local voluntary sector. 

Spaces are limited - sign up now

 

 

Learn about the benefits of CSR, including:

  • Up-skilling, recruiting and retaining workforce
  • Broadening your reach and networks to keep you one step ahead of your competitors
  • Maximising PR opportunities by showcasing your connections within the community
  • Fulfilling ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) goals and requirements.

 

We welcome panelist questions in advance. Please submit your question

 

Event in run in conjunction with Voluntary Action Surrey East (VASE), Reigate & Banstead Borough Council and Tandridge District Council.
 
 
Events round up
Your free local business events listing
 

MAY

13 - Protect your business: Cyber security essentials (Tandridge Town Hall, Oxted, 09:00-10:30)

19 - Marketing Lab: Content & Comms Planning (Business Surrey, online,11:30-12:00)

20 - IP for Innovators: Putting Value into Your Business (Crawley Innovation Centre, 17:00-19:00)

21 - RH Networking (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30) Try your first RH Networking event for free

27 - AI Fundamentals Lunch & Learn: Practical AI for SME Growth (Crawley Innovation Centre, 12:00-13:00)

28 - FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead  (Town Hall, Reigate, 08:00-10:00)

 

JUNE

03 - Source in Surrey Sales Training Workshop (Town Hall, Reigate, 08:45-13:00)

09 - Try it Tuesday - free co-working day (Bel4, Redhill, 09:00-17:00)

09 - How to Win the Finance: Tenders, Bids & Grants (Crawley Innovation Centre, 11:00-12:00)

10 - Health & Wellbeing networking (The Market Stores, Reigate, 19:00-21:00)

10 - Sales Lab: Sales for small businesses (Business Surrey, online, 11:30-12:00)

17 - RH Networking (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30) Try your first RH Networking event for free

20 - Source in Surrey: Buyer-Supplier Exchange (1, The Causeway, Egham, 10:00-14:00)  

24 - Marketing Lab: Digital Visibility (Business Surrey, online,11:30-12:00)

25 - FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead (Town Hall, Reigate, 08:00-10:00)

25 - Building a high performance team (Crawley Innovation Centre, 11:00 - 13:00)

30 - Strengthen your business with community impact, (Town Hall, Reigate 09:30-11:00)

 

JULY

01 - Health & Wellbeing networking (The Market Stores, Reigate, 19:00-21:00)

14 - Try it Tuesday - free co-working day (at Bel4, Redhill, 09:00-17:00)

15 - Sales Lab: Findingthe right opportunities (Business Surrey, online, 11:30-12:00)

16 - RH Networking (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30) Try your first RH Networking event for free

23 - FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead (Town Hall, Reigate 08:00-10:00)

 
 
 
 
Matching Surrey SMEs with buyers
Source in Surrey launches AI matchmaking tool
 
 
Promotional graphic for “Source in Surrey” showing the logo and the text “Our AI platform makes buying and supplying simple, quick, and efficient,” over an image of hands using a laptop with a digital shield, cloud upload symbol, and connected technology icons on a blue background.

Source in Surrey has launched a new AI platform to make buying and supplying simple, quick and efficient. It connects Surrey-based SMEs with buyers and procurement opportunities. This free tool matches suppliers to relevant opportunities and supports SMEs to grow their customer based.

To find out more, register your interest here.
 
 
Made Smarter
 
 
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Nearly 300 South East manufacturers benefited from the Made Smarter South East programme last year and, with funding extended for a further year to 31 March 2027, you won't want to miss out!

Join Made Smarter and benefit from fully funded, specialist advice from technology experts, who will help you identify the right tools and technologies and how to use them to make everyday improvements to your business.

Support elements include:

  • Match-funding of up to £20,000 (50% match)
  • Expert advice, guidance and support
  • Bespoke digital roadmap for your business
  • Leadership training
  • Workforce training
  • Fully-funded student internship (up to 300 hours).

The programme is open to SME manufacturers and makers based in the South East. In order to be eligible, businesses must have fewer than 250 employees and must not be part of a wider group, or funded by Private Equity. They must have a turnover below £44 million, and not have received state aid of more than £315,000 over the last three years.

 

If you'd like to find out more, Tracey Carter from the FSB has made a useful video summarising the benefits and criteria.

 

Closing date: 31 March 2027
 
 
Net Zero Toolkit
A step by step guide
 
 
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There’s never been a better time to start your businesses journey to net zero. But where do you start?

 

The Business Surrey net zero toolkit will guide you step-by-step through creating and implementing a carbon reduction plan for your business. Led by Shelley Lawson, founder of Frog Bikes, a series of videos and worksheets will help you apply the learning direct to your organisation.

By the end, you’ll have a bespoke plan which will not only reduce your carbon footprint but also your outgoings. Plus it could help you win more clients and bids. Access the toolkit today.
 
 
 
 
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Congratulations to:

  • Emilia Hunt (Curated by Emilia Hunt) who has been shortlisted for the High Street Hero Award in the 2026 Small Business Britain Small Awards.

  • Emma Newburn (Share the Load) who has been chosen as one of PA Life’s 15 Amazing Assistants to celebrate their 15th Anniversary.
  • Heike Jord Knip (The Good Consulting Company) who are finalists in The National Learning Disabilities & Autism Awards 2026 
 
 
Finalists announced in the Surrey Muddy Awards Regional Finals
Vote for your favourite!
 
 
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The finalists in the Muddy Stilettos Surrey Muddy Awards 2026 have been announced - and the borough has a fantastic line-up of shortlisted finalists. Be sure to cast your vote for your favourites - deadline 1pm on 26 May 2026.

The shortlisted finalists are:

    • Best Afternoon Tea - Tea on the Green (Tadworth)
    • Best Artisan Food & Drink Producer
      • Bowls of Goodness (Reigate)
      • Nourish Grow Cook Enjoy (Reigate)
      • Pilgrim Brewery (Reigate)
    • Best Bar - Basil's Wine Bar (Reigate)
    • Best Boutique Stay - Langshott Manor (Horley) 
    • Best Cafe
      • Blooms and Bakes (Reigate)
      • Café Chai (Banstead)
    • Best Casual Dining - Lebnani (Reigate) 
    • Best Children's Business - Creative Pickle (Reigate)
    • Best Family Experience - Mayfield Lavender (Banstead)
    • Best Florist:
      • Tipsy Flowers (Banstead)
      • Willows Flowers by Design (Reigate)
    • Best Hair Salon:
      • Alex Smith Hair Design (Reigate) 
      • No 53 Salon (Walton-on-the-Hill)
    • Most loved local pub - The Kingswood Arms (Kingswood)
    • Best wedding & party venue:
      • Langshott Manor (Horley)
      • Reigate Hill Golf Club (Reigate)
    • Best wellbeing specialist:
      • Perfect Balance Reflexology (Redhill)
      • Reigate Wellbeing Centre (Reigate)
      • Surrey Therapy Practice (Banstead)
    • Best Yoga / Pilates Studio:
      • House of Reformer (Reigate)
      • Meraki Studios (Banstead)
      • Studio Glide (Banstead)