# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Start Up in Tees Valley: Darlington
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 09:30 am – Tue, 22 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 am (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Turning your idea into a business. One practical day to help you test your thinking, make a plan and take the next step with confidence.About this EventStarting a business is one of the most exciting things you can do. It's also one of the most uncertain. That mix of excitement and doubt,'Is this a good idea? Do I know enough? Where do I even start?',is something thousands of people across Tees Valley are thinking about right now.This fully funded, practical workshop is designed specifically for people who are seriously considering taking the leap into self-employment or business ownership but want to make sure they're ready. Delivered locally it's a full day focused entirely on helping you test your idea, understand what it takes, and leave with a clearer picture of your next steps.There's no theory or jargon, just real, structured support from people who understand what it's like to start from scratch.What you'll take awayA tested, honest assessment of your business ideaA simple business model and early-stage planClarity on what funding, support and next steps are available to youA network of other local people at the same stage - so you're not doing this aloneConfidence to move forward or the insight to pivot before you commitWho is it for?People exploring their first businessAspiring sole traders or freelancersThose making a career change into self-employmentAnyone who has an idea but isn’t sure where to start📅 Date: 21 July 2026 | ⏰ Time: 09:30 - 16:00 | 📍 Location: Innovation Central10 John Williams Boulevard South, Central Park, Darlington, DL1 1BF | 👥 Facilitator: Enterprise Made SimpleThis session is delivered by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council on behalf of the Tees Valley Mayor and Combined Authority, with places fully funded for eligible participants across Tees Valley (Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland and Stockton-on-Tees) through the UK Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund.Note: By signing up you are giving Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council permission to share your details with Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA), our Local Authority partners and Enterprise Made Simple, to support with the organisation and delivery of these events. Your details will not be used for marketing purposes.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/darlington/start-up-in-tees-valley-darlington/100001992411674954
- **Event Categories**: business, workshops
- **Slot details of has slots**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes
  - Location: Innovation Central
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Darlington
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Innovation Central
- **lat**: 54.5257922
- **long**: -1.5422287
- **full address**: Innovation Central, 10 John Williams Boulevard South, Darlington, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Start Up in Tees Valley: Darlington being held?
  - **A:** Start Up in Tees Valley: Darlington takes place on Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 09:30 am to Tue, 22 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 am at Innovation Central, 10 John Williams Boulevard South, Darlington, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Start Up in Tees Valley: Darlington?
  - **A:** Start Up in Tees Valley: Darlington is organized by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Start Up in Tees Valley: Darlington is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Darlington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Start Up in Tees Valley: Darlington sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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