Accounts, tills, online shops, email. We dig out the current offers and free trials, check them, and explain them in plain English, so you can get on with running the business.
A café in Norwich Lanes doesn't need the same tools as a plumber in Dereham. Pick your sector to see what's relevant.
Cloud accounting that's ready for Making Tax Digital. Bank feeds, invoicing and VAT returns in one place, so your accountant isn't chasing receipts in January.
For organisations new to Xero. Applies to Ignite, Grow, Comprehensive and Ultimate plans. Offer runs until 31 March 2027 (Xero's terms apply).
Offer last checked 19 October 2026
Cloud till systems for cafés, pubs, shops and salons. Takes contactless, tracks stock and shows you what's actually selling, with 130+ integrations including Xero.
20% off Epos Now's RRP via our referral page, which also offers a free demo. Epos Now's terms apply.
Offer last checked 19 October 2026
The easiest way for a Norfolk shop, maker or farm shop to start selling online, with card payments, delivery and click-and-collect. It also links up with in-person sales if you want one system.
Shopify UK's current intro offer on selected monthly plans. After the intro period, normal plan prices apply (Basic from £19/month on yearly billing).
Offer last checked 19 October 2026
We keep an eye on what the big software providers are offering new UK customers, and pick out the ones that make sense for small Norfolk businesses.
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Short, no-nonsense reads on the stuff that eats into your week.
How a modern till system speeds up service, keeps stock under control and shows you what's really selling. Written for Norfolk cafés, pubs and shops.
A plain-English, step-by-step guide to taking a Norfolk shop or small business online, from choosing a platform to getting your first orders.
What HMRC's Making Tax Digital means for sole traders, landlords and small businesses, the deadlines, and how to get ready without the stress.