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Richmond is well situated for transport links to the rest of the country, with the A1 and A66 intersection at Scotch Corner only four miles away.

The town and surrounding area have commercial property from purpose-built small and large units for manufacturing and warehousing; idyllic office and retail accommodation at Aske Stables, just 2 miles from Richmond; shops and offices in historic Richmond town centre, the Gallowfields Trading Estate, Catterick Garrison and nearby villages.

Darlington and Northallerton railway stations, on the East Coast mainline are both within around 15 miles of Richmond, with regular fast trains to London and Edinburgh. The nearest airports are Teesside International Airport (25 minutes’ drive); Newcastle International and Leeds/Bradford (around 1 hour drive) and Manchester (2-hour drive).

A Thriving Community

Richmond is also home to a thriving community of freelance workers in a variety of fields such as graphic design, web design, marketing and photography.

Given the quality of life that Richmond residents enjoy, it is not difficult to encourage people to relocate to the area to join the talented, skilled and qualified people already living in the area.

If you are thinking of moving your business to Richmond, setting up from scratch, or would like advice on developing your business, the following are available as sources of support.

The Original Richmond Business and Tourism Association can put you in touch with business owners in the area, so you have the benefit of their advice and expertise: info@originalrichmond.co.uk

North Yorkshire Council offers general advice on their website and dedicated business advice on their Business North Yorkshire website. You can also contact Claire Lowe, the Council’s Senior Business Advisor for Richmond and Northallerton. Email: claire.lowe@northyorks.gov.uk

York and North Yorkshire Growth Hub offers information on how to improve your business, with a mix of articles and e-books, information on funding, workshops and events. If you are looking to grow your business, the hub's account managers can introduce you to all the relevant business support available. Get in touch by emailing support@ynygrowthhub.com or call the helpdesk: 0800 246 5045. 

The Supply Chain Network is a project aimed at linking SMEs with regional supply chain opportunities. The free directory, with over 100 businesses, can help to increase the visibility of a business, generate enquiries and alert businesses to new opportunities and tenders. There is extra support for businesses that need specialist advice and funding to help them make the most of opportunities.

The Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade provides support and guidance on starting, running and growing a business, advice on importing and exporting, in addition to information on business finance and grants.

What Business Owners say about working in Richmond

Trimble Productions

“Having our base in Richmond is a draw for our national and international clients; we are able not only to sell our services but also the experience of coming to the area for filming and face-to-face courses where we have great scenery and high-quality local amenities.”

Toby Trimble, Managing Director - Trimble Productions

Trimble
Johnson Clark

Johnson Clark

“Offering professional services to the people of Richmond and the surrounding area is a pleasure. There is an appreciation for a quality service and always a warm welcoming when we visit homes. The area has amazing historic and rural properties in some of the country’s most picturesque settings.”

Stephen Clark, Partner - Johnson Clark

Irvings Sales & Lettings

“For us, working In Richmond, which is also our home, is a delight. There is a real sense of community, trust and honesty. We deal a lot with sub- contractors, and other businesses, all local, and without whom our business would not survive. We now have a very strong team of professionals who support our business behind the scenes, and without whom we would not be able to operate. Everyone has to make a living, but there is definitely a sense of looking after each other, fairness and camaraderie.

Due to the nature of our business, we deal with not only local people, but those moving in from other parts of the country, and sometimes the world, we feel pleased for them that they have found Richmond, as we know that they will be happy here and looked after.”

Margi Irving, Irvings Sales and Lettings, Market Place, Richmond

Margi Irving