The BIS Hartlepool

02/06/2026

A great start to Hartlepool Creative Business Month 2026 - thanks to ETCH for a great session!

A big thank you to our fabulous guest speaker Alice from 'In the Frame' this morning. Alice shared with us the hardwork they have endured to create a place for creatives to access both hands on and behind the scenes experience in the world of film making. She also touched on the lessons they have learnt since they established the not for profit business structure and the rejections they have faced from funding applications.
Their perseverance and passion has kept them going!!! If you want to know more about 'In The Frame' or attend the next meet up, check out the website....
https://intheframene.com/

Also a big shout out to The BIS Hartlepool for the space in the beautiful atrium. They have LOADS of support available for creatives throughout the month of June so get youself booked on some ...or all...of the free sessions!!!! https://www.investinhartlepool.co.uk/events/

02/06/2026

01/06/2026

Hello Hartlepool! We are looking forward to having ETCH at The BIS Hartlepool on Tuesday, 2nd June.
Who is coming for some creative networking?

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1988909255122?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/06/2026

Check out the fantastic series of events on offer during the month of June for Hartlepool Creative Business Month, starting today!

Hartlepool Creative Business Month starts today! 🎉

To kick off, we have drop in sessions on all week! Have a brilliant idea for a creative business?

Come along and chat with us! We’ll help you explore your vision, answer your questions, and discuss the support available to kickstart your journey to self-employment.

When: Monday 1st June – Friday 5th June, drop in between 9am – 4pm
Where: The BIS, 13-17 Whitby Street, Hartlepool, TS24 7AD

No need to book just drop in!

27/05/2026

🌟Hartlepool Creative Business Month 🌟

🌟An introduction to Arts Council England and how to apply for funding 🌟

This short discussion session, aimed at practitioners and makers will be an opportunity for you to find out more about what Arts Council England do and how you can apply for funding.

The discussion will cover:
- An introduction to Arts Council England
- Our main funding programme: National Lottery Project Grants
- Our fund aimed at individual development: Developing your Creative Practice (DYCP)
- How to get started with your application
- Questions & Answers session

When: Monday 15th June, 10am – 12 noon
Where: The BIS, 13-17 Whitby Street, Hartlepool, TS24 7AD

Book your space via the link below:

https://creativebusinessmonthartscouncil.eventbrite.co.uk

26/05/2026

Have you heard that there is a whole month of support happening in June for creatives? Check out 'Hartlepool Creative Month'! There are loads of free sessions that you can access!
ETCH will be taking part on the 2nd June for our ETCH meet up ( 10 - 11.30am) and also we are delivering a 2 day accredited course called Creative Lift Off ( 8th & 9th) for those who are thinking about self employment but want to know more. All taking place at The BIS Hartlepool.
Here is the link to find out more and book your sessions!! https://www.investinhartlepool.co.uk/hartlepool-creative-business-month-june-2026/

22/05/2026

🌟Hartlepool Creative Business Month 🌟

Creative Lift Off! 🚀

Do you have a creative practice or hobby and want to know if you should turn it into a business? Not sure where to begin?

Creative Lift Off is a 2 day in person course ran by ETCH covering the skills and qualities required to start and run a business. The course covers business structure, legal considerations, business operations and start up costs.

This course is fully funded and accredited. Attendance is required for both days.

📅 Monday 8th & Tuesday 9th June (both days), 9.30am-4.30pm
📍The BIS, 13-17 Whitby Street, Hartlepool, TS24 7AD

Book your space via the link below:
https://creativebusinessmonthliftoff.eventbrite.co.uk

20/05/2026

🌟Hartlepool Creative Business Month🌟

🌟Unlocking Your Worth: Mastering the Art of Valuing, Costing, and Pricing Your Creativity 🌟

Delivered by Create North this professional development workshop is tailored for Artists and Creative Practitioners at every stage of their journey. As creative individuals, it's not uncommon to underestimate the true value of their time and work compared to other professionals.

In this immersive and hands-on workshop, dive deep into understanding the real costs of being an artist!

📅Friday 5th June, 10am-1pm
📍The BIS, 13-17 Whitby Street, Hartlepool, TS24 7AD

Book your space via the link:
https://creativebusinessmonthvaluingyourwork.eventbrite.co.uk

Booking preferred but not essential.

20/05/2026

Details announced for Hartlepool Creative Business Month - See what is on

19/05/2026

Are you thinking of starting a creative business but don't know where to begin?
Do you want to know more about self employment and what it takes to run your own business?

Join the Creative Lift Off ! This 2 day accredited course ( fully funded) will be taking place on the 8th and 9th June at The BIS Hartlepool.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-lift-off-tickets-1988307311693