Women in Rural Enterprise.
Supporting Women in Business.

Be informed, inspired, involved.

WiRE supports women in rural business by offering members a package of practical business services including: WiRE Local Network Groups which offer the chance to network and do business with like-minded women, a glossy magazine, monthly e-newsletters and countless marketing opportunities.

At WiRE we understand the distinct challenges of the rural economy, as well as those facing women in business.  Membership is invaluable to all rural businesswomen, at any stage, from new or potential enterprises to established or growing businesses.

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Opening Doors

A unique programme of workshops, training, inspiration and support for women entrepreneurs thinking of or starting up their own business. Covering the West Midlands, Opening Doors has been specifically developed by women for women in business. Click HERE for more information and current events


News

06/11/09 "Think Christmas ... Think Shopping ... Think Networking” –...

West Suffolk Network Christmas Bazzar

02/11/09 Christmas Candlelit Evenings, Craft and Food Fayre

Shugborough Hall, Stafford 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th December 2009. Stand Space Still Available

02/11/09 BBC Opportunity for WiRE Members-WHO DOES WHAT IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD?

A new BBC programme on offer to WiRE members!

20/10/09 British women and Sustrans in an urgent safety plea to governments

Women don’t believe that British roads are safe enough for them to cycle on.  That is the clear message from a poll of British women by sustainable...

Blogs

The latest blog post....

The Yellow Brick Road by Julie Foster

Going into business feels a bit like the journey that Dorothy took, in the film The Wizard of Oz. A whirlwind takes you off your feet; you are thrown about a bit, swirled around and around and even...

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Networks

WiRE Local Networks

Full list on the Networks Page

Resources

Margaret Challinor

Margaret challinor, Second Impressions
01270 842977

Business News

19/11/09 FREE SHROPSHIRE INTERNATIONAL TRADE EVENT

When....Thursday 26th November 2009, 8:00 - 11:00 Where.... Prostar Football Stadium, Shrewsbury, SY2 6ST

10/11/09 Women in Business Event in Sandwell

Women in Business - Sandwell Chamber working in partnership with Finditinsandwell, is hosting a fantastic...

23/10/09 Speed Networking Networking Event Lincolnshire

There are a few places left on the free Speed Networking event at Boston Enterprise Centre on Tuesday 27th October 2009. The event starts at 7:30am and...

22/10/09 Value of Local Markets Recognised

The Government is taking action to support street, covered and farmers' markets; in recognition of their significant economic and social benefits.