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Erewash – at the centre of the East Midlands
Erewash Borough Council and their partners are committed to the Economic growth and regeneration of the Borough and are currently involved in some very exciting projects.
Business Support Services
As a local Economic Development Agency, the Erewash Partnership Ltd has been providing support services to businesses in the Erewash area for over 15 years.
Established in 1994, the Erewash Partnership is a unique public/private sector social enterprise. Its purpose is to develop the local economy by delivering economic development projects as well as providing support for potential and existing businesses. The Partnership also helps local people to access training and allows schools to access the business community.
www.erewash-partnership.com (opens in a new window)
Conservation & Heritage
The Long Eaton Conservation Areas Townscape Heritage Initiative is an innovative project which seeks to revitalize Long Eaton’s historic town centre through the repair and reinstatement of the town’s heritage.
The Townscape Heritage Initiative will promote and encourage investment in under-used and neglected historic buildings. Benefits to the Borough include helping to retain and reinforce the local identity while increasing investor confidence in Long Eaton’s economy.
The Townscape Heritage Initiative comprises of four funding avenues; the Heritage Lottery Fund, the Derbyshire Economic Partnership, Erewash Borough Council and contributions from building owners.
www.erewashcouncil.com/thi (opens in a new window)
Historic Markets
Erewash has two historic markets in the heart of Ilkeston and Long Eaton Town Centres. There are a wide variety of stalls at each town’s market, with plenty to browse. With many foods including cheese, meat and preserves, fashion wear, greetings cards, books, haberdashery, and hundreds of products on sale. The market place is also a regular venue for events, activities and attractions all year round.
www.erewashcouncil.com/localmarkets (opens in a new window)
Town Centre Masterplans
Town Centre Masterplans have been created for Ilkeston and Long Eaton to provide a blueprint for future development. The Masterplans represent an opportunity to develop a comprehensive regeneration and development strategy for the town centres which guides the Council’s Economic Development work and attracts new investment into the towns.
www.erewashcouncil.com/ldf (opens in a new window)
Land and Property
Erewash Borough Council works with local agents and property owners to maintain a database of land, commercial property and funding opportunities available within the Borough. If your business has outgrown its current site or is looking to relocate somewhere new, consider Erewash.
If you would like further information on inward investment and the support available to businesses in Erewash please contact the Economic Development Service on 0115 907 2244 or email economicdevelopment@erewash.gov.uk
Further information on the services available to Erewash Businesses are available from the Economic Development pages.
