Regional Grants

Business Grants in South West England

The South West provides diverse business funding from urban Bristol to rural Cornwall and Devon. The region has strengths in aerospace, marine, agritech, and creative industries.

32grants available
From councils, growth hubs & national bodies

West of England Combined Authority

The West of England CA covering Bristol, Bath, and South Gloucestershire runs business support programmes. Their schemes focus on innovation, clean growth, and skills development.

Cornwall and Devon

Cornwall and Devon have historically accessed significant funding for rural and coastal business development. While funding structures have changed, support continues through local councils and new programmes.

Heart of the South West

The Heart of the South West LEP covers a large area including Devon, Somerset, and parts of Dorset. They support businesses across various sectors with a focus on rural and coastal economies.

South West Business Grants

32 grants found

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Business advice, training and support services - North Somerset

Information, advice, training and support for businesses based in North Somerset.

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Business Support
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Bristol City Council

Carer's Wellbeing Grant

A one-off payment for parents or guardians caring for a child or young person with a disability to support their own health and wellbeing.

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Grants & Funding
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West of England Combined Authority

START Programme

The START programme is a pilot programme that provides a package of support and development for 150 pre-start and early formation tech/digital businesses in the West of England region.

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TechnologyStartup Support
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West of England Combined Authority

Bristol Business and Enterprise Support (BrisBES)

BrisBES is a programme that delivers high-quality, inclusive, and sustainable support to Bristol's entrepreneurs and businesses.

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All SectorsBusiness Support
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The Hive

Business Support Unlocked

Business Support Unlocked is a free programme that provides North Somerset businesses with a package of flexible and accessible support to help them overcome challenges and succeed.

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All SectorsBusiness Support
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Cool Ventures

Cool Ventures - Support

Cool Ventures operates in Bath & North East Somerset (BANES) and South Gloucestershire, providing online workshops and support for businesses.

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All SectorsBusiness Support
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ESA Business Incubation Centre United Kingdom

Support and funding to commercialise space technology for UK‑registered companies, including new or existing companies less than 5 years old with a demonstrable space connection.

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Space & SatelliteGrants & Funding
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Enterprising Ashfield

Advice and guidance for people starting or growing a business.

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Business Support
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Enterprise programme for young people - UK

The King's Trust helps young people aged 18 to 30 years who want to set up their own business in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland.

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Startup Support
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DRIVE35 Funding Programme

Capital and R&D funding for the UK automotive industry in the design, development and manufacturing of zero-emission vehicles and their supply chain.

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Transport & AutomotiveInnovation & R&D
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Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Strategic Programme

Funding for research and technology development to maintain and grow the UK's competitive positions in civil aerospace.

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Defence & AerospaceInnovation & R&D
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Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme

Offers funding for civil aerospace research and technology development in the UK.

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Defence & AerospaceInnovation & R&D

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about business grants in South West