March / April

Regional Focus - North Lancashire (Ribble Valley, Lancaster)

The North blends Lancaster’s knowledge economy, digital and creative strengths with Ribble Valley’s SME, food and leisure sectors.

Outstanding university and college provision positions the North of the county as a national research leader, underpinning innovation and spinouts, while both areas benefit from strong visitor economies and quality of life that support business attraction.

We’ll explore what defines the North, spotlight high-performing sectors, and profile the businesses shaping its future.

We are looking to talk to businesses, educators,  professional services, real estate, marketing, leisure, retail, tourism and local authorities supporting  the North Lancashire economy.

Join the conversation

Alongside our trusted editorial, this feature gives your business the platform to put your brand in front of key decision-makers with a seat at our regional debate.

Commercial opportunities include: High impact sponsorship, targeted advertising, bespoke advertorials and company profile features.

Report: Skills – linked to our Jan/Feb Skills and Apprenticeships ‘Insight’ campaign

In the Jan/Feb and Mar/April 2026 editions of Lancashire Business View, to complement February’s National Apprentice Week activities, we will be running our annual campaign to explore the pivotal role of apprenticeships in shaping Lancashire’s future economic prosperity.

See further details here: (link back to Jan/Feb overview)

Roundtable: Creative Businesses

Lancashire’s creative industries are a fast-growing sector, spanning marketing, digital, design, media, and the arts.

They face challenges around workspace, skills, visibility and access to finance — but also have major opportunities to export, collaborate and attract investment.

Our debate will bring creative leaders together to explore solutions and showcase success stories.

We are looking to speak to agencies, digital firms, cultural organisations and policymakers supporting the creative economy.

Commercial opportunities include: Sole or joint sponsorship of the debate and feature to include brand alignment, participation in the debate, an opportunity to propose guests/key business targets to invite to the roundtable and advertising space within the 3 page review feature in the March/April issue.

There are also additional advertising, advertorial and company profile opportunities to sit alongside the feature.

Debate scheduled to take place w/c February 2, 2026.

Insight: Doing the Deal

Deals are reshaping ownership, succession and growth across the county. This Insight feature will examine the trends behind the transactions - from succession planning to PE investment - and highlight the expertise enabling them.

Lancashire businesses are buying, selling, merging and securing investment at pace. We are looking to talk to advisors, funders, entrepreneurs and growth-minded businesses.

Join the conversation: Alongside our trusted editorial, this feature gives your business the platform to put your brand in front of key decision-makers with a seat at our Doing the Deal debate.

Commercial opportunities include: High impact sponsorship, targeted advertising, bespoke advertorials and company profile features.

Review: Property

Relevant for developers, investors, occupiers and advisors in Lancashire’s property market.

From commercial lettings and office space to housing developments and regeneration projects, property continues to shape Lancashire’s economic landscape.

In this Review, we’ll examine market trends, shifting demand, and the opportunities (and risks) for businesses and investors.

Commercial opportunities include: High impact sponsorship and expert views,  targeted advertising, bespoke advertorials and company profile features alongside trusted editorial.

Supplement: Women in Business

Our annual Women in Business feature, built around reader nominations, profiles the female leaders shaping Lancashire’s economy.

Commercial opportunities include: High impact sponsorship with an opportunity to join the judging panel to review nominations and select those to be featured in the March/April issue - Brand alignment, expert views and targeted advertising.

There are also additional advertising, advertorial and company profile opportunities to sit alongside the feature.
 

ADVERTISING FEATURES

Our Business Essentials and Business Growth features present an outstanding opportunity showcase your knowledge and services  and position your brand in front of more than  50,000 engaged readers across our print and digital platforms.

You’ll be featured alongside other trusted voices in the region, with branded, by-lined content that reflects your expertise - plus an impactful advert to tie it all together.

Packages include:

• Advertising and editorial piece within the print and digital March/April issue of Lancashire Business View magazine (50,000 + readers)
• Your article uploaded to our website (30,000+ page views per month)
• Your advice shared via our Wednesday weekly e-mail (8,000 subscribers)
• An invitation to our March/April Magazine Launch event (to be held mid March – date and venue tbc)

Business Essentials: Pensions and Retirement Planning
Relevant for financial advisors, accountants, legal advisors and business owners supporting long-term planning.

This advertising feature focuses on pensions, retirement planning and employee benefits.

Firms can promote their services, expertise and case studies to a business audience considering succession, staff retention and personal financial futures.

Business Growth: Landlords and Tenants

Relevant for commercial property landlords, legal advisors, insurers, accountants and commercial property agents

This advertising feature focuses on leasing, tenancy agreements, property management and dispute resolution.

It’s a direct platform to reach Lancashire businesses active in the commercial property market.