What's up
Explore what’s happening now at UP, from practical workshops and 1:1 clinics to mentoring, networking and local business support.
ONGOING
One to One Business Mentoring.
Get trusted 1:1 support to think clearly and take action.
BEST FOR: Entrepreneurs who want clearer decisions and progress
PART OF: UP GROW
DATE: ONGOING
FORMAT: Online, phone or in person
MENTORING
CLARITY
DECISIONS
PROGRESS
FREE
Trailblaze BOOTCAMP
Develop your business idea, build practical skills and create a clear plan to launch your own business.
BEST FOR: Young people aged 16–24 not currently in education, employment or training
PART OF: UP CREATIVE
DATE: 15/10/2026
FORMAT: Free programme, every Thursday at UP, Croydon
BUSINESS
IDEA
SKILLS
PLANNING
LAUNCH
OPEN DAY
LEVEL 2 EMPLOYABILITY OPEN DAY
Discover a practical Level 2 programme combining creative projects, employability skills and work experience.
BEST FOR: Young people aged 16–18 considering their next step after school
PART OF: UP CREATIVE
DATE: 27/10/2026
FORMAT: Free Open Day, in person at UP, Croydon, 10am–2pm
SKILLS
PROJECTS
EXPERIENCE
PROGRESSION
HOT
Sales & Marketing Bootcamp
Build a clearer offer, stronger message and a better route to winning the right customers.
BEST FOR: Businesses ready to improve demand and sales
PART OF: UP START
DATE: 29/10/2026
FORMAT: In person at UP, Croydon
Positioning
messaging
referrals
marketing
NETWORK
First Friday Networking
Meet local businesses, build relationships and share opportunities.
BEST FOR: Entrepreneurs who want stronger local connections
PART OF: UP NETWORK
DATE: 06/11/2026
FORMAT: In person at UP, Croydon
NETWORKING
CONNECTIONS
LOCAL BUSINESS
COLLABORATION
HOT
Finance & Funding Bootcamp
Get clearer on your numbers, funding options and the financial choices behind steady growth.
BEST FOR: Founders who want more financial clarity and confidence
PART OF: UP START
DATE: 26/11/2026
FORMAT: In person at UP, Croydon
Costs
forecasting
compliance
funding
HOT
Business Start-Up & Go Bootcamp
Turn your idea into a clearer plan, stronger structure and more confident next steps.
BEST FOR: Early-stage founders and new businesses
PART OF: UP START
DATE: 28/01/2027
FORMAT: In person at UP, Croydon
Validation
structure
costs
planning