What we do

Leicester Startups is a community for existing & aspiring entrepreneurs. We organise and promote mentoring, talks, advice, collaboration and workspace offerings with a “give first” ethos. Find out more…

We’re able to do this thanks to the very generous startup community and partner organisations. For 2025, we’re being sponsored by The British Business Bank and The Sir Thomas White Loan Charity. Find out more about these and our other partners below…

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Latest News
Young entrepreneurs in Leicester encouraged to apply to new fund of £20k
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Startups in Oadby and Wigston set to benefit from a new fully-funded growth programme.
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Leicester founder launches digital agency alongside AI startup
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Upcoming Events
June 2, 2026
calendar_today Jun 02, 2026 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue
02

This LLEP session examines the gap between marketing output and measurable growth. It challenges business owners to assess whether their current activity is aligned to clear revenue objectives or simply maintaining visibility.

https://bizgateway.org.uk/events/refocusing-your-marketing-to-drive-revenue-and-sustainable-growth-2/

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June 5, 2026
calendar_today Jun 05, 2026 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Fri
05

Learn about the art of validating your assumptions so you only build what the market actually wants.

Customer Discovery is the process of questioning core business assumptions by interviewing real target customers before building a product.

https://ValidatingAssumptions.eventbrite.co.uk

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calendar_today Jun 05, 2026 | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fri
05

This event will bring together Crucible members, local businesses and the wider enterprise community for a chance to connect, hear from emerging start-ups and learn more about the support available for businesses in Leicester.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/networking-showcase-celebrating-emerging-entrepreneurs-tickets-1988907344407

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June 9, 2026
calendar_today Jun 09, 2026 | 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Tue
09

This LLEP workshop is designed to help businesses gain a clear and practical understanding of the different legal structures available as they scale, diversify, or refine their operations. The session will explore a range of options including sole tradership, partnerships, limited companies, and Community Interest Companies and explain how each structure affects your governance, financial liability, tax and National Insurance, decision-making, and long-term business strategy.

https://bizgateway.org.uk/events/refocusing-your-marketing-to-drive-revenue-and-sustainable-growth-2/

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June 10, 2026
calendar_today Jun 10, 2026 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wed
10

This practical, in-person LLEP workshop is designed to give business owners and High Street businesses clarity and confidence in their marketing. You will focus on the core foundations that make marketing effective, helping you to engage the right customers, communicate your value clearly, and make better use of the tools available to you.

https://bizgateway.org.uk/events/essentials-marketing-necessities-for-business-growth/

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