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Explore the exciting landscape of franchise market trends in the UK. With our expert articles, you’ll gain insights with data-driven analysis to help you anticipate market shifts, seize franchise opportunities, and remain competitive. Secure your future success with these valuable tips for an ever-evolving franchising industry.

Updated on 10/12/2025

UK Franchising Trends and Opportunities for 2026

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Published at 02/10/2025

AI for Local Marketing: Beating the Competition in Your Territory

AI for Franchise Recruitment Smarter Selection, Faster Growth

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Updated on 22/09/2025

AI for Franchise Recruitment: Smarter Selection, Faster Growth

Successful Franchise

Published at 22/09/2025

The State of AI in UK Franchising: Adoption, Opportunities, and Challenges

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Published at 02/06/2025

Experience Is Everything: The Rise of Experiential Nightlife Franchises in the UK

Published at 08/03/2023

Expected Franchise Trends in 2023

Starting a business from scratch can be intimidating for some however, purchasing an existing business could assist with immediate cash flow but could be expensive to invest in - or another more straightforward option is investing in a franchise!

Updated on 04/05/2022

Top 10 Recession-Proof Business Sectors

No business venture is completely free from risk. But there are choices you can make to limit your chance of failure. Below, you’ll find a list of the most recession-proof business sectors.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Beat the January Blues: 5 Franchise Opportunities to Take Control of Your Career Development

January can be a bit of a miserable month, but there are ways to boost your mood. If you don’t like where you’re heading, now is the time to take control of your career development. Here, we look at how you can change your life by joining the franchising industry today.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Business Stories: 6 Ways Businesses Have Overcome Economic Crisis

With the spread of COVID-19 set to turn the UK economy on its head, we thought we’d use this opportunity to highlight how businesses have overcome economic crisis in the past.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Lessons Learned: Real-Life Stories of Franchising Failure

Running your own business can be nerve-wracking for a variety of reasons, and fear of failure stops many would-be entrepreneurs from initiating their dream venture.

Updated on 04/05/2022

6 Reasons Why Starting a Franchise is a Smart Idea During a Recession

When the economy is struggling, it’s likely that the last thing on your mind is launching a business. Today, we aim to give you a different perspective and show you the reasons why starting a franchise during a recession can actually be a smart idea. Recessions present many difficulties.

Updated on 04/05/2022

A Big Thank You to the NHS for Protecting the UK During the COVID-19 Crisis

The COVID-19 crisis has had an enormous impact on the lives of people in every corner of the globe. Here in the UK, we are only able to recover from the spread of the coronavirus due to the tireless hard work and dedication of NHS staff.

Updated on 04/05/2022

The Diverse and Influential Faces of Franchising in 2020

When you look at franchising in 2020, you see indicators of a diverse industry. Let’s find out more about successful franchise professionals from a wide range of different backgrounds.

Updated on 04/05/2022

5 COVID-19 trends likely to stay and change the way we do business

COVID-19 has changed the way we live, work, shop, travel and interact. But it’s not all gloom. Trending consumer and business behaviours could improve the way we operate – sticking around for the long haul. In this article, we explore five trends we think we’ll see a lot more of.

Updated on 04/05/2022

5 Tips for Reopening Your Business Safely Post-Lockdown

If you’re in the process of reopening your business post-lockdown, follow these tips to make sure you protect your workforce and customers.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Reopening the Economy: 20 Important Questions to Ask Yourself Now

As the UK slowly starts to recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, business owners are asking themselves tough questions about the steps they’ll take in the future. This article covers the topics you should be considering as the UK starts the process of reopening the economy.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Franchisor Tips: Is Your Franchise Model in Need of a Digital Transformation?

Technologies available now can help businesses drive up their productivity, profits and customer satisfaction - and even save money. This year, it’s been more important than ever to make use of digital tools and software.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Lockdown 2.0: How to Keep Your Franchise Trading

With many businesses still recovering from the effects of the first national lockdown, this second round of restrictions feels like a blow. As Christmas approaches and we enter the busiest time of year for many industries, there’s even more pressure to adapt your business this time.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Holiday Planning 2020: Your Official 6-Weeks-to-Christmas Countdown

It’s official - the Christmas countdown has begun, and even though the festive season will be a little different this year, businesses need to get ready.

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Updated on 04/05/2022

What Does Franchising Look Like Around the World?

Are you thinking of starting a business in another country or expanding your franchise into foreign territories? Becoming an entrepreneur abroad is a big step, and you’ll need to thoroughly research your target market before starting the set-up process.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Franchise Perspectives: Why the 2020 Holiday Season Could Actually Be Good for Your Business

Lots of business owners are wondering how to navigate the 2020 holiday season. The Covid-19 pandemic has brought many challenges throughout the year, but we believe there’s cause to be optimistic this Christmas.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Key Takeaways: What the 2020 Holiday Adverts Can Teach Us

Love them or hate them, holiday adverts are dominating our screens at the moment. As businesses compete to come up with creative Christmas marketing ideas, viewers are treated to a selection of moving, nostalgic and fun adverts to mark the festive period.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Avoid the Post-Holiday Slump and Keep Up Your Franchise's Momentum in the New Year

While it’s tempting to take a step back in January and slow down after a busy Christmas period, the first few months of the year are crucial for your business. They’re the perfect time to acknowledge previous successes and challenges, focus on growth and set a plan.

Updated on 04/05/2022

New Year's Resolutions: Recovering From a Challenging Year

When the New Year rolls around, business owners across the world embrace the opportunity to turn a corner and adapt their strategies for the better. After a tough trading period, many people are preparing to start a new chapter come January.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Year in Review: How Franchising Stayed the Course in 2020

Looking back at the year that was 2020, it would be easy to focus on the many negatives. But through global disasters, franchisees across the world have remained resilient beacons for their local communities.

Updated on 04/05/2022

Give the Gift of Holiday Cheer with a Christmas Decorating Business

If you enjoy making others happy and getting into the festive spirit, you could start a Christmas decorating business. Although it’s probably not the first investment idea to come to mind, it can be a fun and rewarding way to generate a good income all year round.

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Updated on 04/05/2022

9 Ways Small Businesses Can Access Financial Support During the COVID-19 Crisis

For many small businesses, including restaurants and hair salons, re-opening on 4 July 2020 will be a welcome relief. However, not every business has the green light to open yet – and even those who do still face a long financial recovery.

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Updated on 04/05/2022

15 Tips for Staying Positive and Being Supportive During the COVID-19 Crisis

As the COVID-19 crisis develops, it can seem like every conversation, news article and social media post revolves around the subject. It’s hard to escape talk of coronavirus, and while government advice confines most of us to our homes, this can feel overwhelming.

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Updated on 04/05/2022

How the COVID-19 Crisis Will Forever Change the Way We Live and Work

Today we consider some of the long-lasting impacts of COVID-19 and how they will change how we live and work moving forward. There’s no denying that the COVID-19 crisis presents many challenges on an individual level and also as a business owner.

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Updated on 04/05/2022

Amazing Ways UK Franchises Are Supporting Charities During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Economic Crisis

At a time when switching on the news can always feel disheartening, we thought we’d share some of the uplifting ways UK franchises are supporting charities.

Diversity in Business: Be the Change You Want to See
Lessons Learned: How the COVID-19 Crisis Proved the Resilience of Franchising Yet Again
Updated on 04/05/2022
More Examples Demonstrating the Resilience of Franchising During the Current Health and Economic Crisis
The resilience of franchising has long been one of its greatest strengths. If you’re wondering whether franchises are recession-proof, we’ve picked out some examples that show how resilient franchises are during any kind of health and economic crisis.
3 Successful Franchises That Started Up During Lockdown
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The UK Is Quickly Becoming the World's New Tech Hotspot
6 Reasons Why Holiday 2020 Won't Be Like Any Other
Holiday 2020: Franchises Across the UK Ring in the Holidays with Effective Seasonal Marketing Campaigns
Franchise Insights: How These Franchises Are Navigating the 2020 Holiday Season
Looking Back: Franchising Lessons We Never Expected to Learn in 2020
COVID-19 Government Update: The Latest Health and Safety Measures Impacting the Hospitality Sector
How Franchising Has Historically Weathered the Storm of Global Recessions