Biddulph Town Council is committed to supporting local businesses, strengthening the town’s economy and helping to create a thriving and sustainable business community.
We aim to promote Biddulph as a visitor destination, encourage people to shop and spend locally, and support businesses through networking opportunities, collaborative initiatives and events throughout the year.
The Town Council’s website and social media promotes organisations, businesses, events and surrounding attractions. An online ‘Biddulph Directory’ lists over 200 businesses, shops, organisations, clubs, groups, charities and societies within our district across 40 categories.
The council employs an Events and Partnerships Officer who regularly communicates with businesses and community groups and promotes initiatives to encourage footfall and local spending.
We understand you can’t always come to events in the Town Hall; we’re happy to visit individual businesses to discuss how we can help you.
Events
Biddulph Town Council is responsible for a number of events held throughout the calendar year, such as Homegrown and Homemade, the Classic Vehicle Show and Christmas Lights Switch-On.
Each occasion provides residents and visitors the opportunity to engage with the community and support local businesses.
Here’s some feedback:
‘Great show. Fab cars. Nice to see local cafes and shops full.’
‘I just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed the Chinese New Year celebrations and to thank you for organising them. It was the first time we had been to Biddulph, so we also took the opportunity to walk around do some shopping.’
‘Wow what a day! The Classic Vehicle Show really does wonders for our little town. Thank you to everyone who organises the event. It really helps us small businesses so much – our busiest day of the year!’
Neighbourhood Plan
Our community-led Neighbourhood Plan and Town Centre Masterplan set a long-term vision for Biddulph, recognising the importance of high street regeneration, attractive public spaces and opportunities for markets and community events.
Following a town-wide referendum in December 2023, the Neighbourhood Plan became part of the statutory development plan, helping shape a future that reflects local aspirations.
Shop Frontages
We worked proactively to ensure that small businesses in the town centre could access UK Shared Prosperity Funding to enhance their shop frontages. This seemed too great a challenge for some sole traders, but was made easier by the Town Council team.
Biddulph Town Hall Frontage Project
In February 2025, work began to transform the space in front of Biddulph Town Hall into a more accessible, welcoming and versatile community area.
Partly funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, the project created a hard-landscaped plaza designed to host events and gatherings, celebrating both the town’s future and its proud industrial past. It was officially opened in September 2025.
Improved Bus Services
The Town Council has successfully lobbied for improved bus services and connections into Biddulph, revitalising the 93 bus service, which connects the areas of Biddulph that other services do not reach. We have sought to address barriers that prevent people from accessing services and participating in local life.
Partnership Working
We bring local businesses together through networking events and Business Breakfasts, providing opportunities to share experiences, access advice and build relationships. Working with partners such as Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce, we help businesses connect with practical support, funding opportunities and expertise by hosting the Biddulph Business Hub and ad hoc rural business events.
Access to Finance for Rural Business
We were delighted to welcome the ‘Access to Finance for Rural Businesses’ roadshow to Biddulph Town Hall on 24 September 2026. This was a free event designed for rural businesses based in the Moorlands. Hosted by Biddulph Town Council and Staffordshire County Council in partnership with Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce, it set out funding options available, including grants and loans, as well as how to apply. A range of organisations that provide support to Moorlands businesses exhibited.
Businesses were able to find out about the County Council’s Get Started and Grow programme, the Staffordshire Business and Environment Network, the Growth and Skills Hubs, Made Smarter and Staffordshire Skills and Employability, all while making useful connections over a free breakfast.
It included a presentation from Tom Nadin, Head of Project and Business Services at Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce.
A brilliant opportunity to speak to a wide number of agencies, and gain support for your business.
Biddulph Business Hub
The Biddulph Business Hub is delivered in partnership by Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce, Staffordshire Moorlands District Council and Biddulph Town Council. It provides Biddulph businesses with access to advice, guidance, skills support and opportunities to connect with other organisations.
Meet on the 2nd Friday of each month at Biddulph Town Hall, it’s a drop in session, from 9.30am to 12.30pm.
Support and information are available on a a range of topics, including:
- Skills development and training opportunities.
- Apprenticeships and employer support.
- Funded training programmes.
- Business advice and networking opportunities.
- Skills bootcamps.
- Business opportunities and potential funding.
The Biddulph Business Hub makes it easier for local businesses to access relevant advice, discover opportunities and find support to help them grow and develop.
The Hub is open to all Biddulph businesses, no booking is required – just drop in.
Business Breakfast
In December 2025, we hosted a ‘Business Breakfast’ in the Town Hall. Attendees took part in group discussion to identify the priorities, challenges and opportunities facing local businesses. Key themes included:
- Sharing information more effectively, including business news, opportunities and available services.
- Accessing practical support, including help with grant applications, marketing and business administration.
- Developing skills and talent, with guidance on apprenticeships and training programmes.
- Strengthening community connections, including closer links with local health and community services.
- Creating more networking opportunities, helping businesses build relationships, raise awareness and work together.
The event brought together a diverse range of local businesses and highlighted a strong appetite for greater collaboration.
The ideas shared provide a valuable starting point for developing a more connected, resilient and well-supported business community.
Here’s some photos from the December 2025 event:
