Set up a business
What you need to do to set up depends on your type of business, where you work and whether you take people on to help.
Here you will find information on setting up as a Sole trader, Limited Company or partnership and also the rules around the type of business you are starting.
RIDO Business Hubs https://www.ridobusinesscentres.co.uk/
You can call on our onsite advisors for help in developing your business free of charge, whenever you need it.
RiDO provides a comprehensive range of advice and support to businesses across Rotherham free of charge, helping to grow the local economy. We deliver these services from the Business Hubs, supporting all stages of business development from start-up advice to help you get your business idea off the ground to advice to help prepare your company for growth.
Barnsley and Rotherham Chamber of Commerce https://www.brchamber.co.uk/
Learn about how your local Chamber can help support your business.
Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce has been serving the local business community for over 100 years, and we have developed a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing companies of all sizes and industries within South Yorkshire.
We are proud to be the go-to resource for Barnsley and Rotherham businesses looking to connect with fellow Chamber members, access valuable resources, and grow their businesses in Barnsley, Rotherham and beyond.
Kings Trust https://www.kingstrust.org.uk/
Support for starting a business
We’ve helped over 86,000 young people to start their own business – and you could be next. We work with 18 to 30-year-olds living in the UK to turn big ideas into a reality.
What’s involved in Enterprise?
Got a business in mind or want to explore an idea? From training and mentoring support to funding and resources, we’re here to help you become the best entrepreneur you can be. Our free Enterprise programme takes place in a centre near you.
Barnsley: https://enterprisingbarnsley.co.uk/start
Doncaster: www.startindoncaster.com
Sheffield: Welcome to Sheffield
https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/business/
Ingenuity, creativity, entrepreneurship.
Whether you’re a digital SME, artisan producer, or FTSE 100 you’re in good company in Sheffield. Our business community is a crucible of ideas, skills and opportunity. There’s no shortage of sharp minds here, connections are easily made.