Children's Business Fair UK

Children's Business Fair UK We've rebranded - visit for updates! Young entrepreneur aged 7-17? Build, launch, sell at our events!

Which are you? A doer or a dreamer? I’ve spoken with tens of thousands of young dreamers about entrepreneurship. Only a ...
27/05/2025

Which are you? A doer or a dreamer?

I’ve spoken with tens of thousands of young dreamers about entrepreneurship. Only a small number of them actually launch at our events.

When I revisit these schools, I’m invariably approached. “I had a great idea, but didn’t apply. I’ll definitely apply this time.”

They never do.

This is why I’m incredibly proud of the 2,000+ young entrepreneurs who’ve actually launched at the CBF.

It’s made me realise that the image is 100% the Children’s Business Fair journey.

CBF’s young entrepreneurs climb the hill. Sometimes they’re cheered. Sometimes (sadly) they’re jeered.

When they get to the top, they look back and reflect. “Look how far I’ve come”.

For these rare individuals, the CBF experience makes them realise… anything’s possible.

Imagine knowing this right at the beginning of your life. It would change everything.

So please. I beg you.

Stop talking. Stop dreaming.

Start doing.

Last Saturday, we had the immense privilege of welcoming former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty to...
21/05/2025

Last Saturday, we had the immense privilege of welcoming former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty to the Children’s Business Fair. It was nothing short of extraordinary.

Celebrating National Numeracy Day, Rishi and Akshata spoke with every single young entrepreneur, posing thoughtful questions about products, pricing, costs and profits. They didn’t just come to visit. They came to listen, encourage and buy. (And yes, they bought something from every stall!)

A milestone moment for the Children's Business Fair, it was also a powerful one for the 15 brilliant young entrepreneurs who took part. To be seen, heard and supported at this level sends a clear message: your ideas matter, your skills matter and your future in shaping the world has already started.

We’re so proud of every young person who showcased their business and so thankful to Rishi and Akshata for their warmth and generosity, for witnessing maths come to life in the real world and reminding us all what true support looks like.






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Get your summer money sorted!Apply to the upcoming events:Farnham & Reading - applications close 30th MayGuildford - app...
19/05/2025

Get your summer money sorted!

Apply to the upcoming events:

Farnham & Reading - applications close 30th May
Guildford - applications close 6th June

Apply now:
youngbusinessshowcase.co.uk
or
childrensbusinessfair.co.uk

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Welcome to our new event brand - the Young Business Showcase - whoop!We've noted CBF entrepreneurs aging out of the even...
12/05/2025

Welcome to our new event brand - the Young Business Showcase - whoop!

We've noted CBF entrepreneurs aging out of the events - some because they've turned 18, others because they are no longer keen on the "Children" association.

So we came up with something that is more age-neutral. Do you like it?

We're super keen to find out what you think. Get back with you thoughts (we LOVE feedback).

Lots more happening over the coming months. Can't wait to tell you all about it!

A Landmark Moment in the CBF Story ✨Spring 2025 - It's the moment we’ve all been dreading… Karissa is officially aged ou...
06/05/2025

A Landmark Moment in the CBF Story ✨
Spring 2025 - It's the moment we’ve all been dreading… Karissa is officially aged out of the CBF! 😭😭😭 Boooooo!

But what an incredible journey it’s been!

🌟 Karissa’s CBF Journey at a glance:
💼 27 events attended (Nov 2021 - Spring 2025)
💰 £16,000+ earned through CBF
🏅 £1,083 highest single revenue (Reading Nov ‘24)
✨ Talent-spotted by a retail expert in 2023 – now selling 50+ items a month in stores
🧶 Started a crochet revolution: 4 crochet applications in 2021 → 76 applications by 2024!

But Karissa is so much more than just these numbers.

She’s living proof of the power of iteration and growth - always returning to the CBF with new skills, lessons and a more polished approach. When you watch her sell, it’s clear: the power of a smile is unbeatable. Karissa’s smile is infectious - it’s hard to resist the warmth she brings to every sale.

Hard work? Absolutely. Karissa’s dedication to making hundreds of crocheted plushies for each CBF cohort is nothing short of impressive. And somehow, she balances all of this with her schoolwork too.

Karissa isn’t just an inspiration to us, but to the 2,000+ young entrepreneurs who’ve taken their first steps at the CBF.

We are beyond proud of you, Karissa. Your future is so bright. We can’t wait to follow your journey as you step boldly into the world. See you at future events, where we look forward to welcoming you back as a judge!

You’ve only just begun. We know the best is yet to come! 🚀



We literally couldn’t move fast enough before these young entrepreneurs (Carolan's Sweet Treats) sold out of their gorge...
09/04/2025

We literally couldn’t move fast enough before these young entrepreneurs (Carolan's Sweet Treats) sold out of their gorgeous cupcakes at the Farnham CBF.

Blink and they were gone. Next time, we’re camping out by their stand.

📈 Revenue Records = Smashed! Spring 2025’s cohort came ready to make history and wow, did they deliver...- Guildford (Ma...
08/04/2025

📈 Revenue Records = Smashed!

Spring 2025’s cohort came ready to make history and wow, did they deliver...

- Guildford (Mar 22) - 37 CBF businesses pulled in a massive £9.2k
- Farnham (Apr 5) - 44 businesses earned £7k+ - a record for what's usually a quieter venue.

From the busiest Guildford High Street we’ve ever seen, to the buzzing Farnham Maltings, 124 young entrepreneurs showed us what creativity, hustle and passion really look like.

Huge congrats to every single person who launched. You nailed it!

Woooo-hoooo! See you in July...

Apply now - https://childrensbusinessfair.co.uk/

Farnham CBF this Saturday - WOOOOHOOOO!Meet 72 of Farnham's grittiest, most creative young entrepreneurs launching busin...
04/04/2025

Farnham CBF this Saturday - WOOOOHOOOO!

Meet 72 of Farnham's grittiest, most creative young entrepreneurs launching businesses this Saturday - and buy their stuff!

Farnham Children's Business Fair
- Saturday, 5th April 2025
- 9.30am-3pm
- Farnham Maltings

See you there!

https://childrensbusinessfair.co.uk/

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Guildford

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