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.

26grants 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

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Department for Business and Trade

Business advice, training and support services - North Somerset

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

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All SectorsBusiness Support
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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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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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BridgeAI

BridgeAI

A programme providing funding and support for businesses in priority sectors to adopt AI technologies.

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AI & Data ScienceInnovation & R&D
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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.

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EnvironmentBusiness Support
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The King's Trust

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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All SectorsStartup Support
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Department for Business and Trade

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 & AutomotiveGrants & Funding
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Department for Business and Trade

Business Growth Fund

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

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All SectorsGrants & Funding
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Department for Business and Trade

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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Department for Business and Trade (DBT), Innovate UK (IUK), and Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI)

Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme

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

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Defence & AerospaceGrants & Funding

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about business grants in South West