BUDDING Richard Bransons can find out how to burst into business at an event in Stanley aimed at would-be entrepreneurs.

Experts from Business Link County Durham are holding an event in Craghead Village Hall for anyone thinking of starting up on their own.

Fun and inspiring activities will be backed up by practical information and displays about working for yourself, while business mentors and local guest speakers will be on hand.

Nickie Gott, of She's Gott It Events, said: "There are hundreds of people out there with the skills to make it on their own but are being held back by a lack of confidence. We are appealing to those people to come and find out more.

"Even if a business is a distant dream for people, we would urge them to come and find out more. That dream could be closer than you think."

A free buffet and refreshments will also be available. The event runs from 6pm to 9pm tomorrow.

The event is part of a series of initiatives backed by Business Link County Durham, with the support of Barclays Bank.

To book a place, or for further information, contact She's Gott It! Events on 0191-370 9559