What they do
Connect local businesses and charities to build relationships and support community growth.

Location
Fairford and surrounding areas (South Cotswolds)

Categories
Businesses & employers • Charities & community groups • Networks & partnerships

Overview
Business Connect Fairford is a local network bringing together businesses and charities to share ideas, promote opportunities and strengthen community connections. They support collaboration and help create a more connected local economy.

How they can support
- Connecting businesses and community organisations
- Providing networking opportunities
- Sharing events, referrals and promotion
- Supporting local collaboration

What they do
Bring people together through traditional tea dances and inclusive partner dance sessions.

Location
Grittleton

Categories
Community groups • Wellbeing • Creative arts

Overview
Miss Emma’s Dancing runs regular tea dances and dance sessions in local village halls, helping to keep this much-loved tradition alive. Their events offer a warm, welcoming space for people to connect, enjoy music and movement, and take part in social dancing. Open to all abilities, they support confidence, reduce isolation and strengthen community connections across rural areas.

How they can support
- Hosting regular tea dances in village halls
- Providing inclusive dance sessions for all abilities
- Supporting wellbeing through movement and social connection
- Creating friendly, community-focused events in rural areas

What they do
Provide specialist SEND consultancy, advocacy and support for families, schools and organisations.

Location
Supporting families, schools and organisations across the UK.

Categories
SEND • Education • Families • Professional support

Overview
ND SEND Specialists Ltd is an independent consultancy providing neuro-affirming, trauma-informed and child-centred SEND services. They work with families, education settings and organisations to promote inclusion, improve outcomes and ensure children and young people receive the support they need.

How they can support
- SEND consultancy and advocacy
- EHCP advice and support
- Specialist assessments and recommendations
- Staff training and strategic consultancy
- Coaching, supervision and policy reviews