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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Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Non-CO2 Programme

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

VariesUK WideRolling
Defence & AerospaceInnovation & R&D
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Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas) - UK

Advice on good practice in employment and employment relations.

VariesUK WideRolling
Professional ServicesBusiness Support
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AD:VENTURE

Provides free business development support and guidance.

VariesUK WideRolling
All SectorsBusiness Support
open
University of Wolverhampton

EnTRESS 2 – Environmental Technologies & Resource Efficiency Support Service

Supports SMEs with the adoption of environmental technologies and resource efficiency processes to improve business competitiveness.

SupportUK WideRolling
EnvironmentBusiness Support
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Department for Business and Trade

Business Growth Fund

Grant funding for business growth projects that lead to job creation.

Between £20,000 and £200,000UK WideRolling
All SectorsGrants & Funding
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Innovate UK

Expression of interest: Biomedical Catalyst Accelerator Provider Pool: late stage

UK registered organisations can apply to join an approved provider pool for the BMC Accelerator Programme. Providers may be called upon over a period of up to three years to support programme delivery, subject to specific themes and requirements.

Up to £500,000UK Wide4 Mar 2026
Life Sciences & HealthGrants & Funding
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Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

Electric vehicle infrastructure grant for staff and fleets

The grant provides small and medium-sized businesses money off the cost of installing electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints and supporting infrastructure for their staff and fleet vehicles.

Up to £15,000UK Wide31 Mar 2026
Transport & AutomotiveGreen & Sustainability
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Nottingham City Council

UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) - Nottingham

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a funding programme that aims to support local businesses and communities.

Up to £4.6mUK Wide31 Mar 2026
All SectorsGrants & Funding
closed
Innovate UK

Zero Emission Flight Demonstrator Round 1

UK registered organisations can apply for a share of a minimum of £8 million for developing zero emission capable flight in the UK, subject to a sufficient number of high quality applications being received. This funding is from DfT.

Up to £8,000,000UK Wide1 Apr 2026
Transport & AutomotiveGrants & Funding
open
Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

Workplace Charging Scheme

Grant to provide support towards the costs of the purchase, installation and infrastructure of electric vehicle chargepoints at eligible places of work.

From £300 to £350UK Wide31 Mar 2027
TechnologyGreen & Sustainability
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Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs - Forestry Commission - Nature for Climate Fund

England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO)

Supports the establishment of new woodlands, administered by the Forestry Commission.

From £4,000 to £2 millionUK Wide31 Mar 2027
All SectorsGreen & Sustainability
open
Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

Electric vehicle chargepoint grant for renters and flat owners

The grant provides electric vehicle (EV) drivers who are renters or own a flat with support towards the costs of the purchase and installation of EV charge points.

From £1 to £500UK Wide31 Mar 2027
TechnologyGreen & Sustainability

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about business grants in South West