Business & IP Centre Northamptonshire
As part of the British Library National Network the Business & IP Centre Northamptonshire is leading a revolution by inspiring a thriving community of new and existing business owners. It is free to join and open to everyone. And it is transforming the way ideas grow into successful businesses.
Whether you are just starting out, need advice on protecting your intellectual property, or are ready to take the next step in your business journey, we are here to help. We support entrepreneurs, inventors and small businesses from that first spark of inspiration to successfully launching and developing a business.
Our libraries offer different levels of facilities for businesses and are split into 3 tiers:
Regional centre
Access to workshops, events, business 1:1s, good web guide business section, dedicated BIPC space with a collection of business books and all business subscription resources.
- Northamptonshire Central Library
BIPC locals
Access to workshops, business 1:1s, good web guide business section, dedicated BIPC space with a collection of business books and the majority of business subscription resources.
- Brixworth Library
- Kettering Library
- Towcester Library
- Wellingborough Library
Information points
Access to good web guide business section, Cobra business subscription resource and signposting to our services.
- Brackley Library
- Corby Library
- Daventry Library
- Deanshanger Library
- Duston Library
- Hunsbury Library
- Irthlingborough Library
- Oundle Library
- Rushden Library
- Weston Favell Library
National Network
The British Library Business & IP Centre National Network provides entrepreneurs and SMEs across the UK with free access to databases, market research, journals, directories and reports worth thousands of pounds. There is a programme of free events and workshops on a range of topics including business planning, marketing and intellectual property.
Supporting Local
Libraries act as engines for economic growth through helping businesses to start, run, innovate and grow. As part of the British Library Business & IP Centre National Network we help establish enterprises, create new jobs, increase turnover and boost our local economies. For every £1 invested in the BIPC Network, £6.95 is put back into the economy, which we believe represents a fantastic return on investment.
Quick Fact Checker
- 1What's the Scheme?
Support for entrepreneurs, inventors and small businesses.
- 2What's in it for me as Business Owner?
Access to workshops, events, business 1:1s, good web guide business section, dedicated BIPC space with a collection of business books and all business subscription resources.
- 3How do I apply?
Step 1: Register you business with us and we'll ensure you are kept in the loop with all the latest Government incentives as they are announced.
Step 2: Once you have registered your business with us you can book your free needs assessment with an Advisor by selecting one of the three durations below, then choose your preferred day and time and we'll do the rest.
- 4Find out more
Please click button below to book an appointment to check your eligibility