The Bridal Room Ltd, Widnes

Denise Hughes had always wanted to set up her own bridal shop to cater specifically for larger and disabled women, but was put off by the stress and rigmarole of having to find funding. She was put in touch with CFS, who worked with her to find the right bank to form a partnership with. CFS even arranged for the bank to visit her at home, where she felt much more comfortable selling her new venture and plans for the future.

"I really did not know where to begin, let alone how to put together a presentation which a high street bank or building society would fund. Without CFS, it would still be a pipe dream. I'm pleased to say that thanks to their advice over funding, insurance and buying rather then leasing my shop, the business is doing very well indeed."

Denise Hughes, Founder, The Bridal Room Ltd