We are delighted to announce our sponsorship of the Casual Dining category at the 2026 Cumbria Food Awards, celebrating the vibrant hospitality scene and the talented teams who help make Cumbria one of the UK’s most exciting food destinations. This year’s shortlist showcases three outstanding venues that have each earned a loyal following for their … Continued
As we step into 2026, all of us at Enterprise Answers would like to extend our warmest wishes to our clients, customers, and the entire business community across Cumbria. We hope the year ahead brings you positivity, growth, and prosperity. Cumbria’s business landscape is built on resilience, creativity, and ambition, and we are proud to … Continued
Our festive opening hours are as follows; Monday December 22nd 8.00am to 5.15pm Tuesday December 23rd 8.00am to 5.15pm Wednesday December 24th to Friday 2nd January – CLOSED Monday January 5th – Normal Office Hours Resume
LEADING independent lender, Enterprise Answers, has appointed a prominent business figure to its senior team. James Todhunter joins the organisation as Investment Director, and will be responsible for driving strategy and growth across key geographies. With three decades of experience in finance and business development, James – who is also Commercial Director of his family business – … Continued
Over the past year, Cumbria’s farming community has continued to navigate a complex and evolving landscape. Since I last wrote in August 2025, the sector has faced intensified financial pressures, regulatory shifts, and climate-related challenges — yet has also demonstrated remarkable resilience and innovation. One of the most pressing issues remains the accelerated phase-out of … Continued
A food-loving couple who poured everything they had into their dream of opening a sourdough pizzeria are celebrating their most successful period yet. Partners Lucas Hogg and Caroline Davis have long been famed for their freshly baked produce through their business, Peace and Loaf. But more recently, it’s their sourdough pizzas that have had crowds … Continued
A FAMILY dairy whose flagship cheese is sold and served in the UK’s most exclusive restaurants, hotels and department stores has reached a major milestone. Mrs Kirkham’s Lancashire Cheese – which can be found on deli counters in Harrods and Fortnum & Mason – is celebrating 40 years of partnership with the revered Neal’s Yard … Continued
A yoga and Pilates instructor who took a calculated risk by opening a high-end studio in the heart of a popular spa town has marked a special anniversary with a major announcement. Enterprise Answers client, Ebru Evrim, started her fitness journey with six mats in a village hall and is now the proud owner of … Continued
Cumbria’s farming community, often referred to as the backbone of the region’s rural economy and cultural heritage, continues to experience challenging periods of profound transition and uncertainty. Since the summer edition, one of the most pressing challenges has come from the climate. Whilst an enjoyable summer for most people in terms of the prolonged dry, … Continued
NOT-for-profit lender, Enterprise Answers – which has brokered more than 500 deals to help businesses grow and flourish – has marked its 20th anniversary year with a major funding milestone. Our organisation, which is based in Penrith and operates across Cumbria, Lancashire and Yorkshire, recently crossed the £20 million in loans threshold. We are marking … Continued
