Funding and business support in Leeds, Yorkshire and the North
Grants, loans, investment and support programmes for businesses in Leeds, Yorkshire and the North of England. Leeds and West Yorkshire come first. Pick your area to see only what is open to you.
Fully funded support programme to help individuals and early-stage businesses across Doncaster start, run and grow successful businesses. Open to individuals starting a business and early-stage businesses with fewer than 10 employees and turnover of up to £1 million.
Amount
Fully funded support; the text does not give a cash amount for businesses. The project is receiving up to £1.27m through the Local Growth Fund (LGF) for the whole project.
Area
DoncasterRating 7/10Local Landscape rating 7 out of 10
The Employment Hub provides information, advice and guidance to help businesses grow. It includes Lifelong Skills for Growth, which tackles barriers to employment and progression for people aged 50 and over, and a free vacancy advertising service.
Fully funded cyber security training for manufacturers in Yorkshire and the Humber, delivered with Sheffield Hallam University across four levels from awareness to ISO 27001 certification.
Amount
Fully funded
Area
Yorkshire and the HumberRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
The York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub is seeking providers to deliver business support programmes on its behalf, with several Invitation to Quote opportunities live.
Area
York and North YorkshireRating 6/10Local Landscape rating 6 out of 10
Free business support programme offering workshops, events and one-to-one advice from business advisors and coaches for start-ups and SMEs under three years old and micro businesses of any age.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
South YorkshireRating 7/10Local Landscape rating 7 out of 10
Enhanced Trade Partnership in Greater Manchester, GM Business Growth Hub, Enhanced Trade Partnership
A programme for fast-growing Greater Manchester businesses preparing to expand internationally, with workshops, a 1-2-1 International Trade Adviser and an export grant of up to £2,500. It is run by the Enhanced Trade Partnership and brings together GM Business Growth Hub, Department for Business and Trade, Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce and Greater Manchester Combined Authority.
Amount
Up to £2,500
Deadline
Closes 22 November 2026 (20 days)
Area
Greater ManchesterRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
Free one-to-one coaching and strategy consulting for established SMEs and some startups in Gateshead wanting to scale up, focusing on growth strategy, innovation, efficiency, investment readiness and leadership.
Deadline
Closes 31 December 2026
Area
GatesheadRating 9/10Local Landscape rating 9 out of 10
Fully-funded consultancy support for eligible businesses in the Borough of Halton, with a focus on growing small and medium sized businesses. Support includes tailored 1-2-1 support, group workshops and events, across topics such as digital marketing, HR, financial management and business start-up.
Amount
Fully-funded consultancy support (no amount stated)
Deadline
Closes 31 March 2027
Area
HaltonRating 7/10Local Landscape rating 7 out of 10
A free service that matches businesses with local residents and tradespeople, such as plasterers, bricklayers and joiners, who are seeking work. Businesses register apprenticeship or job vacancies, ask for training support, or look for local contractors or suppliers.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
South RibbleRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
Free one-to-one advice, business reviews and workshops to help Wirral businesses start, grow, improve productivity and reach new markets. Delivered by Wirral Chamber of Commerce on behalf of Wirral Council.
Amount
Free
Deadline
Open all year
Area
WirralRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
Invest Manchester offers a free and confidential package of services tailored to individual business needs, including finance and funding guidance, market intelligence, PR and marketing support, property solutions, recruitment and relocation support.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
Greater ManchesterRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
KQ CLICK is a business support network designed to help businesses connect, land, innovate, collaborate and knowledge share. All programmes are free of charge for businesses across the Liverpool City Region.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
Liverpool City RegionRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
Middlesbrough Council's economic growth and assets team gives strategic support for inward investment, expansion and relocating businesses, plus practical start-up and growth advice, business network links, commercial space and finance information.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
MiddlesbroughRating 7/10Local Landscape rating 7 out of 10
Darlington Borough Council's business support service for businesses starting, growing and relocating in the borough, offering free, tailored needs analysis and signposting to business support providers.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
DarlingtonRating 7/10Local Landscape rating 7 out of 10
DDepartment for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade
Free support from the Department for Business & Trade (DBT) North East team to help businesses trade and grow overseas, including tailored market information, market visits and advice from International Trade Advisers.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
North East EnglandRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
A network for engineering and manufacturing businesses in the North East, offering peer networking, sector advice, industry events and supply chain access. It represents around 300 businesses.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
North East Combined AuthorityRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
A membership organisation for the North East tech sector, bringing together tech businesses, educators, supporters and government, with access to events, expert insights and a collaborative community.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
North East Combined AuthorityRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
The Law Society, North East Growth Hub, Lawyers for Your Business
Puts small and medium business owners in touch with a solicitor for a free 30-minute consultation on legal issues they face and the next steps to take.
Amount
Free 30-minute consultation
Deadline
Open all year
Area
North East Combined AuthorityRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
Constructing Excellence in the North East, Constructing Excellence
A club membership for construction, housing and regeneration firms, giving access to a local network for knowledge sharing, CPD-certified and networking events, and tender alerts. Provided by Constructing Excellence in the North East.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
North East Combined AuthorityRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
Free and impartial advice and support for businesses relocating to or expanding in Newcastle, including soft landing, property searches, relocation advice and introductions to sector networks. Run by Invest Newcastle, part of NewcastleGateshead Initiative.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
Newcastle upon TyneRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
Membership organisation for British manufacturers that gives members networking events, insight, advice and access to government. Several membership options are listed, including Make UK Membership, Make UK Defence Membership, UK Steel Membership and Corporate Membership.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
North East EnglandRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
North East Ambition, North East Mayoral Strategic Authority
A North East Ambition programme that helps businesses and employers work with schools and colleges, and recruit young people through apprenticeships, T Level placements and Higher Technical Qualifications. Includes employer partners, work experience, school governance and business growth support.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
North East Combined AuthorityRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
An industry-led cluster group supporting growth and competitiveness of the automotive sector in the North East of England, offering networking, skills, innovation and promotion. Membership gives promotion of member capabilities and connections to supply chain opportunities.
Deadline
Open all year
Area
North East Combined AuthorityRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10