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.
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
26 grants found
Business advice, training and support services - North Somerset
Information, advice, training and support for businesses based in North Somerset
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.
Bristol Business and Enterprise Support (BrisBES)
BrisBES is a programme that delivers high-quality, inclusive, and sustainable support to Bristol's entrepreneurs and businesses.
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.
Cool Ventures - Support
Cool Ventures operates in Bath & North East Somerset (BANES) and South Gloucestershire, providing online workshops and support for businesses.
BridgeAI
A programme providing funding and support for businesses in priority sectors to adopt AI technologies.
EnTRESS 2 – Environmental Technologies & Resource Efficiency Support Service
Supports SMEs with the adoption of environmental technologies and resource efficiency processes to improve business competitiveness.
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.
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.
Business Growth Fund
Grant funding for business growth projects that lead to job creation.
Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Strategic Programme
Funding for research and technology development to maintain and grow the UK’s competitive positions in civil aerospace.
Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme
Offers funding for civil aerospace research and technology development in the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in South West