It is a grey winter’s afternoon in the Westmorland Dales, with icy rain slicing the sky above the M6 southbound as it begins its descent into the picturesque valley cradling the upper reaches of the River Lune, bounded by the rolling Howgills to the east and the soggy, moorland fringes of the Lake District to the west.
Entrepreneur Brian Scowcroft has launched a new business focused on tackling sewage pollution. Giles Brown finds out more
One-O-Five Precision founder Richard Pratt is growing his machining business, which he named in honour of his friend. Giles Brown meets him
Ulverston combines a bustling, historic town centre with world-leading tech businesses, as Giles Brown finds out
Cumbria Health on Call is a pioneer in providing remote healthcare using digital technology. Giles Brown finds out more
It is the season for giving and receiving. GILES BROWN asked Cumbria’s MPs what was top of their Christmas list for Cumbrian business.
OpenSpace and Cumbria Wildflowers are leading the way in conservation efforts. Giles Brown finds out more
Tim Marston has swapped a career as a fire juggler to become an expert in helping businesses boost themselves up the Google rankings. Giles Brown meets him
Syke House is providing a workplace for businesses and entrepreneurs in the Furness area. Giles Brown finds out more
The Castletown Estate produces beef, lamb and also sells potatoes to one of the biggest frozen chip manufacturers in the country. Giles Brown finds out more
