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What does the perfect business opportunity look like to you?Starting something from scratch and growing it into something incredible?Or taking over an already established business and using it as a springboard for even greater success? Well, whichever one fits your ambitions, the Countrywide Signs franchise can offer you the best of both worlds. The same great business model, fantastic brand reputation, and excellent earning potential, but 2 different routes to success. Which one suits you? O...

At Super Star Sport, our journey has always been about one thing, keeping children fit, active, healthy, and smiling through sport. From coaching in nurseries and primary schools to running after-school clubs, holiday camps, and community sessions, we’ve grown from one local coaching team to over 28 branches nationwide. Today, we’re absolutely thrilled to share a moment of pride: Super Star Sport has officially joined the British Franchise Association (BFA) as an Expanding Member! Why We Jo...

Oven Wizards have recently celebrated 15 years at their annual Conference in Windsor. Delegates attended a Saturday afternoon Conference where they discussed all things oven cleaning, including service, business development and operational matters with over 200 years of oven cleaning experience in the room. In the evening Wizards and their partners were treated to a Thames River boat cruise, including food, bar and DJ, as they took in the sights including Windsor castle by day… and by...

In the ever-evolving world of franchising, longevity is more than a number - it’s a testament to trust, resilience, and relevance. This month, Extra Help, the national, home-help and cleaning franchise network, celebrates 15 years of delivering compassionate, flexible home-help services across the UK. For prospective franchisees, this milestone signals a franchise model that’s not only stood the test of time, but continues to thrive.A Legacy of Trust and CompassionFounded on the values of kindne...

Spaghetti Maths welcomes two new franchisees to the franchise network. We're delighted to welcome on board our two newest franchises, Kate and Lyndsey! Kate will be running Spaghetti Maths Wirral and Lyndsey will be running Spaghetti Maths Belfast. We had a brilliant few days with them here at our Nottingham Head Office for training in July, and they've made a roaring start, with their first schools booked and delivering clubs already. We're so excited to be expanding Spaghetti Maths and ent...

The UK’s leading professional oven cleaning network pushes creative boundaries with cutting-edge technology Ovenclean, the UK’s leading professional oven cleaning network, has embraced the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to create its latest advert - a playful, engaging campaign that demonstrates how technology can transform the way brands connect with their audiences.  The campaign has been launched across Ovenclean’s social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, and Yo...

Franchising in the UK is booming, contributing an impressive £19.1bn to the economy and boasting an average unit turnover of £400,000*. As the UK’s flagship franchise event draws near, there’s never been a better time to explore the opportunities within the thriving franchise sector.On 3 & 4 October, The National Franchise Exhibition will open its doors to provide the spark of inspiration for the next generation of franchise entrepreneurs. Aspiring business owners are invited to the NEC, Birming...

Tiger Launches New Garden Building Show Site at Tong Garden Centre, Marking Major Milestone for Yorkshire BrandWoodlands Home & Garden Group is delighted to announce the launch of its latest Tiger garden building show site at the award-winning Tong Garden Centre, near Bradford. This exciting new site marks the 18th location in the retailer’s fast-growing national network - double the number it had at the start of 2025 - and represents a significant moment for the Yorkshire-based company, which h...

More people than ever are exploring self-employment – whether it’s about finding purpose, improving work-life balance or simply taking control of their future. But when it comes to launching a business, do you start from scratch, or should you look at alternative options – such as investing in a franchise?It’s a big choice and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Both paths come with their own rewards – and risks. That’s why it’s so important to think carefully about what kind of support, struct...

Razzamataz Theatre Schools is setting a new benchmark in children’s performing arts education, with the launch of a fully planned six-week Minis curriculum designed to support franchisees and their teams while offering families a unique blend of fun, skill-building, and personal growth for their children.Developed in direct response to parent and guardian feedback, the programme has been crafted to meet the needs of today’s families who want their children to experience joy, connection, and conf...

The Franchising Centre’s annual summer conference focussed on how we can all best respond to the changing landscape of franchising, we dug especially deep into our various areas of expertise, as well as reaching out to colleagues and partners right across the industry. International Franchising While there has obviously been a great deal of uncertainty around global events, there has definitely been an uptick in interest in British franchises in the European markets, and significant intere...

From September 2025, three brand-new Super Star Sport franchise areas will be kicking off their journeys – Peterborough, Finchley (North West London), and South Lincoln. We’re thrilled to welcome our newest franchise directors as they begin their exciting adventure as business owners.Behind every new franchise is one simple purpose: children. Helping children to be fit, active, healthy, and smiling is at the heart of everything we do. With Peterborough, Finchley and South Lincoln joining the net...