Buy a franchise

Buying a franchise gives you a ready-made brand, with an established trade mark and successful format. Find out why it can be a winning format.

Buying a franchise allows you to start your own business. Discover the benefits: brand recognition, support with marketing, premises and training.

Franchising allows you to set up a business following a proven formula - although you'll be subject to restrictions. Our guide to franchising.

Actress and singer Daniele Coombe owns the Exeter franchise for Monkey Music, for pre-schoolers. She explains how and why she became a franchisee.

Laura Clarke, partner at WBW Solicitors, answers key questions about franchise agreements and says the agreement needs to be in writing.