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A former broadband engineer has launched oven valeting business Ovenu Tilehurst after a routine clean of his own cooker inspired an unexpected career change. Having accepted redundancy from his office-based role, Tom Trethewey was searching for a business opportunity that would allow him to return to the face-to-face customer interaction he had enjoyed for much of his career. The 39-year-old, who lives in Tilehurst, had spent more than 20 years installing broadband in customers’ homes before m...

fit20 UK is proud to announce that we are now an accredited member of the British Franchise Association (BFA), one of the most recognised and respected standards in UK franchising.BFA accreditation reflects a commitment to operating ethically, transparently and with the systems, support and standards needed to help Franchise Owners build successful businesses.For fit20, this recognition marks another major step in what is already shaping up to be a landmark year.Earlier this year, fit20 was reco...

Attending your initial franchise training is one of the most important stages of your franchising journey. It’s where you move from prospective franchisee to business owner, gaining the knowledge, confidence and support needed to launch successfully. But franchise training isn’t just about learning systems and processes – it’s also your opportunity to meet the people behind the brand. From operational support teams to marketing experts and leadership figures, the relationships you build durin...

After ten successful years helping families find trusted home care, TrustonTap has announced plans to expand across the South East through franchising. Founded in 2015 by husband-and-wife team William and Antonia Cotton, TrustonTap was created with a simple mission: to make it easier for families to find high-quality care for loved ones while ensuring carers are properly valued and rewarded for the important work they do. The inspiration came from personal experience. When searching for care...

Van-based franchises have become one of the most popular choices for anyone thinking seriously about running their own business.So, what makes them such a good choice?Van-based franchises tend to attract two kinds of people: Those who have always wanted a more active, practical working life and have had quite enough of desks, meetings, and staring at screens; and those who already have strong practical skills and are looking for a way to put them to better use.Both want to leave their old way of...

On the 23rd of May 2026, the Concept Claim Solutions team and franchise partners laced up their walking boots and took on the challenge of walking around Derwent Water in the Lake District to raise funds for Cancer Research UK.With temperatures reaching around 25°C, the route proved to be as demanding as it was rewarding. Surrounded by dramatic fells, crystal-clear water and breathtaking views around every corner, there were moments when the scenery quite literally stopped people in their tracks...

Seeing a franchise in action - how it works on a day to day basis, how it attracts customers, and how those customers interact with it - is an essential part of understanding if that opportunity is right for you.goodbrother’s showroom in Dublin is an excellent place to do just that, it’s not exactly a short way to travel, but It would certainly be worth your time, as it really is something that needs to be seen rather than just described, however I expect you're as keen as we are to see how it a...

Investing in a franchise is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make. Get it right, and it can change your life for the better in so many ways, but it’s certainly not an easy call.So… whose opinion can you rely on the most when you’re weighing it up? Probably someone who has been exactly where you are now, gone on to build their own franchise using the same model you are considering, and understands from personal experience what it actually takes to build something of your own.Meet...

Everyone who joins a franchise has a moment they go from still considering their options, to actually making the leap. Leaving their old life behind and deciding to make a positive change.Have you ever thought about what that kind of moment might look like for you? What might be the kind of powerful insight which would make you move from 'this franchise is interesting' to 'this is something really special I could be a part of'?Hopefully, the case studies, articles and real-life success stories o...

fit20 UK has once again been recognised as the largest and fastest growing micro boutique fitness brand in the UK within Deloitte’s European Health & Fitness Market Report 2026 by EuropeActive.This marks the second consecutive year that fit20 has received this recognition, reinforcing the growing demand for a more personal, time-efficient and evidence-based approach to strength training.The recognition comes as fit20 UK continues its strong expansion across the country, closing 2025 with 15 stud...

Laura Lloyd Lewis has taken the next step in her career, launching her own marketing business with the via Activ’s market leading franchise for marketers, as she moves from senior marketing roles into business ownership.With more than 10 years of experience, Laura brings a strong commercial mindset and a proven track record across both B2B and B2C environments. Her career has spanned the public, private and third sectors, where she has led CRM transformation projects and delivered strategic mark...

Investing in a franchise is an exciting step towards business ownership, offering the structure of a proven model alongside the independence of running your own venture. But while brand strength and support systems are important, they’re only part of the equation.The most successful franchisees are those who take the time to understand their own skills, experience and personal attributes – and choose an opportunity that aligns with them. Playing to your strengths isn’t just helpful; it’s essenti...