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How Much Does SEO Cost for a Small Business in the UK?

UK SEO pricing ranges from a few hundred to several thousand pounds a month. Here is what different budgets actually buy you - and what might fit your goals

Updated 20 May 2026 · 10 min read

Starting a Business

How to validate your idea, structure your business, and win your first UK customers.

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Banking, bookkeeping, funding, and cashflow — the financial foundations every UK business needs.

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From Companies House to HMRC — what UK founders need to register, trade, and stay compliant.

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How to hire, pay, and manage people in the UK — from your first employee onwards.

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The software, systems, and workflows that help UK founders and small teams work faster and stay organised.

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Sales & Marketing

Social Media Strategy for Small Business: A Starter Guide

A realistic social media strategy for small business owners with no dedicated resource - choose the right platform, set a sustainable cadence, and measure

Updated 19 May 2026 · 9 min read

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How to Build an Email List for Your Small Business

Updated 19 May 2026 · 13 min read

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Sales & Marketing

Cold Email Outreach: A Step-by-Step Guide for UK Founders

Updated 17 May 2026 · 12 min read

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Google Ads for Small Business: Is It Worth It?

Updated 17 May 2026 · 11 min read

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Content Marketing for Small Business: What Actually Works

Cut through the content marketing noise. This guide shows UK small business owners what channels actually generate leads, and how to prioritise with limite

Updated 17 May 2026 · 11 min read

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Sales & Marketing

Instagram for Business: A Practical UK Guide

Updated 17 May 2026 · 10 min read

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Facebook Ads for Small Business: A Beginner's Guide

Updated 17 May 2026 · 12 min read

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SEO for Small Business: A Practical UK Guide

Updated 17 May 2026 · 11 min read

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