Made in Bury

17/10/2025

NEW OFFICIAL SUPPORTER 🥳

We’re excited to welcome Suzanne Duffy from Your Local BURY Magazine as our latest Official Supporter of the Weekly £2,000 Draw!

Your Local Bury is the go-to lifestyle magazine and online platform celebrating everything local, from community events and independent businesses to dining, leisure and what’s on across the borough. Suzanne and the team are passionate about shining a light on all the great things happening right here in ! 💛

By purchasing 5 or more tickets, Suzanne is helping to fund interest-free business loans for Bury-based businesses, supporting local enterprise and the growth of our amazing community.

Thank you, Suzanne, for your continued support and commitment to all things Made in Bury!

👉 Find out more at www.madeinbury.co.uk

16/10/2025

Business Academy Patron of the Month: Josh Morris from Busy Bins

We’re delighted to present Josh Morris as our Business Academy Patron of the Month for October!

Josh leads Busy Bins, a waste collection service founded in 2015, serving households and businesses across , , , , and .

Over the past decade, Busy Bins has built a fantastic reputation for dependable, customer-focused service, offering business waste collections, skip hire and junk removal.

Josh and his team are committed not just to efficient waste removal, but to doing it responsibly. Every item collected is taken to a waste transfer station, shredded and turned into energy. The company is also pioneering a waste co-operative model, where profits are shared with those who help make the business a success.

As a Patron, Josh brings a grounded, community-minded perspective to the Business Academy. His experience in scaling a local service business, navigating operational challenges and balancing purpose with profit gives Academy members a powerful source of real-world insight.

A huge thank you to Josh and all our wonderful Patrons (including Aspin Group, Cross Plant Hire Limited, Woodcocks Haworth & Nuttall Solicitors, Liam Gately, Berry Electrical Services UK LTD and to our partner, Business Lodge, for their ongoing support and dedication to nurturing local businesses.

15/10/2025

It's official... we've given away another £2000 to a lucky ticket holder today - but check out what the winnings are being spent on!

We’re thrilled to announce that this week’s lucky winner of the Weekly £2,000 Draw is Nicola Lomax, with ticket number 23463! Nicola wears many hats at the Buchanan Sports and Social Club in Ramsbottom. She’s the first lady president, a bar worker and an active committee member. The club is a...

14/10/2025

NEW OFFICIAL SUPPORTER 🏡

We’re thrilled to welcome Ben Garratt from Ben Garratt Mortgages & Protection as our latest Official Supporter of the Weekly £2,000 Draw!

Based in Bury, Ben Garratt Mortgages offers expert, honest and friendly mortgage advice. They help clients find the right deal whether they’re buying their first home, remortgaging or investing in property. With a focus on clear communication and trusted guidance, Ben takes the stress out of securing your perfect mortgage. 🏠

By purchasing 5 or more tickets, Ben is helping to fund interest-free business loans for Bury-based businesses, directly supporting enterprise and growth in our community.

Thank you, Ben, for backing local business and joining the Made in Bury family! 👏

Learn more at www.madeinbury.co.uk

13/10/2025

Last week’s Brunch Club was one to remember!

There’s nothing quite like the energy in the room when our incredible group of businesswomen come together... full of encouragement, inspiration and genuine friendship. We’re more than a networking group… we’re a tribe of women who lift each other up!

Our guest speaker, Natalie Ward from Jersey Girls Dairy Ice Cream, shared her amazing story, from working at Blackpool Zoo to creating a dream career blending education, hospitality and her passion for animals. 🐮💙

The real star of the morning, though, was Presley the Guinea Pig, who joined us and totally melted hearts!

We also celebrated Suzanne Duffy rejoining us under Your Local BURY Magazine and gave a warm welcome to visitor Amy Yates from The Velvet Stem, part of our Made in Bury Business Academy Class of 2025. 🌸

The morning ended on a sweet note (quite literally) with a delicious delivery of Jersey Girls Ice Cream to share. The perfect way to finish a fabulous meeting! 😋

If you’re a local businesswoman looking for fun, support and amazing brunch, come and see what our Brunch Club family is all about!

Find out more at madeinbury.co.uk

10/10/2025

BUSINESS ACADEMY UPDATE!

Yesterday, our Business Academy members completed Module 3: Time Management!

Time is one of the most valuable resources for any business owner, especially when you’re just starting out.

Learning how to prioritise, plan effectively and make every minute count can make all the difference between feeling overwhelmed and feeling in control.

Our delegates explored practical strategies to boost productivity, maintain focus and strike that all-important balance between working in the business and on the business.

Fantastic work from everyone who took part. You’re building strong habits for long-term success! 👏

09/10/2025

NEW OFFICIAL SUPPORTER

We’re delighted to welcome Lyndsey Hopkinson from Angel Face Jewellery in Ramsbottom as our latest Official Supporter of the Weekly £2,000 Draw!

Angel Face Jewellery is a professional body piercing studio specialising in luxury body jewellery, precision piercings and expert aftercare... bringing style, confidence and a touch of sparkle to every client!

By purchasing 5 or more tickets, Lyndsey is showing her amazing support for local enterprise and helping fund interest-free business loans for Bury-based businesses.

Thank you to Lyndsey for backing local and being part of the Made in Bury community!

👉 Learn more at www.madeinbury.co.uk

08/10/2025

It is time! Here's the announcement that you've been waiting for! The winner of this week's Weekly £2000 Draw is...

This week’s lucky winner of the Weekly £2,000 Draw is Jennifer Bevan, with ticket number 20259, and she’s been in the draw right from the very beginning! Jennifer originally bought her ticket while working at Bury Council, showing incredible loyalty to the draw over the years. Since then, she.....

07/10/2025

MADE IN BURY: BUSINESS LOANS

Did you know that we now offer Business Loans? It's a not-for-profit initiative offering **INTEREST FREE LOANS** to new start-up businesses in the borough of Bury!

In the UK, over 60% of start-up businesses fail in their first 2 years, and our mission is to change that by providing vital financial support to Bury businesses.

Does your business need funding for an upcoming project? Would an extra £2000 - £5000 make a difference in your start-up’s development?

Apply online for a Made In Bury Business Loan and give your business the boost it deserves! All applications are reviewed by a panel of experienced and trusted Bury-based business owners.

To apply for an interest-free loan, visit http://www.madeinbury.co.uk

06/10/2025

It's a fresh start to the week, and what better way to kick things off than with a chance to win a fantastic sum of money?

Our Weekly £2000 Draw is done every Wednesday, and you could be this week's lucky winner!

Every ticket you buy gives you a chance to win big. Imagine what you could do with £2000!

Head over to www.madeinbury.co.uk to get your tickets now.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to turn your week around!

03/10/2025

Busy Bins is a waste collection service established back in 2015, that supports households and businesses in Bury, Rochdale, Manchester, Oldham, Bolton and Salford. Busy Bins was born when local councils reduced the number of residential waste collections on offer. Despite their best efforts to recy...

03/10/2025

Now our Business Academy members have completed their first couple of modules, they've had the opportunity to meet new like-minded businesses to share their journey with.

Completed the Business Academy? What was your favourite part of the course? Don't forget to tag your business and your fellow academy members!