Food and Drink Business Development Programme - Survey Autumn 2025

Overview

Ards and North Down Tourism and Economic Development teams are developing a business support programme for Autumn 2025, specifically tailored for food and drink production businesses.

The programme will run from September 2025 to March 2026, offering a range of workshops, learning journeys, and one-to-one mentoring sessions.
There is no cost to participate, but full commitment to all elements of the programme is required.

Eligibility:
You do not need to be a member of Taste Ards and North Down to take part in this programme. However, your business must be located within the Ards and North Down Borough Council area.

Why your views matter

This survey will help us shape the business support programme to better meet the needs of your business. Our aim is to provide the knowledge and tools that will support you in accelerating growth.

The programme will also encourage collaboration among food and drink businesses, while exploring ways to build resilience, sustainability, and future-readiness.

Your input matters — please let us know what you need from this programme.

What happens next

This survey will close at 4pm on Friday 15 August 2025.  We will assess all res

If you wish to access further information on this business support programme, please contact Maura Bettes in the Economic Development Team at: maura.bettes@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk