Unlock ideas that matter.
In this energising session, we’ll explore how rural entrepreneurs can generate and shape ideas that lead to real-world opportunities. Through practical tools and creative exercises, you’ll learn how to spot gaps, map possibilities, and prioritise ideas that align with your values, resources, and market needs.
This session includes a site visit to IndiNature in Jedburgh, a pioneering natural fibre insulation manufacturer. You’ll hear from their team about how bold ideas became a sustainable business — and how innovation can thrive in rural settings.
You’ll gain:
- Tools for idea generation, mapping, and evaluation
- Insights into rural innovation from a live business case
- A shortlist of viable ideas to develop into plans
Bring your curiosity — leave with clarity.
Following visit to Indi Nature there will be a short journey to another location (TBC) for the afternoon workshop.
This event is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2026. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus
