You might bump into a woman designing bee-friendly bikinis. Or a guy trying to patent a toilet that plays music for your cat. It’s a zoo of creativity, but everyone gets a serious consultation.
Business - Business and IP Centre (BIPC) - The British Library
In 2026, the Centre helped create over 7,000 new jobs in the UK. That’s more jobs than a small army of leprechauns could handle. And they do it with a smile and a cup of coffee from the café downstairs.
Free Stuff? Yes, Please.
You can book a one-to-one advice session with an expert. For free. These people know how to trademark a phrase like “YOLO, but for llamas.” They’ve seen it all.
There are also free workshops on everything from “How to Scare Investors (in a Good Way)” to “Surviving Your First Tax Return.” No judgment, just graphs.
Oh, and they have a dedicated IP (Intellectual Property) team. That’s for when you’re sure your catchy jingle—“Bloop, Bloop, Buy My Soup”—needs legal protection.
