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Maldon District Council does not provide direct grants or loans, but acts as a gateway to various funding sources and business support schemes. This guide outlines the key opportunities available in 2025.
Purpose: Capital grants supporting rural productivity projects, tourism, and community facility improvements.
Funding Worth: £430,328 allocated over 2023–2025; £129,077 confirmed for 2025–2026. Funds must be spent by 31 March 2026 (startupgrant.co.uk, maldon.gov.uk).
Eligibility: Rural-based businesses, community groups.
Apply via: Maldon District Council REPF section
🔗 Rural England Prosperity Fund – Maldon DC (LinkedIn, maldon.gov.uk).
Loan Amount: £500–£25,000
Interest: Fixed at 6%, repayable over 1–5 years, with 12 months mentoring.
Eligibility: For pre-start and early-stage businesses.
Apply via:
🔗 Start‑Up Loans UK
Offers: Loans, mentoring, training, and financial support across Maldon and Essex via Let’s Do Business Group (maldon.gov.uk, THP Chartered Accountants).
Loan Range: Up to £150,000 through Growth Guarantee Scheme; startup lending via accredited Start‑Up Loans provider (Backing Essex Business).
Apply via:
🔗 Backing Essex Business – Maldon & Essex (Backing Essex Business).
SELEP (South East Local Enterprise Partnership) delivers regional grants and business development opportunities.
Apply via:
🔗 South East LEP
**Maldon District Council – Business Support**
For local signposting and advisory:
🔗 Maldon DC Business Support (maldon.gov.uk)
Backing Essex Business (BEST Growth Hub)
Free 12 hours of professional advice and finance for Essex businesses (maldon.gov.uk).
**Find Business Support (Govt Portal)**
For national and UK-wide grants and loans:
🔗 FindBusinessSupport.gov.scot
Prepare Thoroughly: Define your business needs clearly before applying.
Seek Expertise: Reach out to Maldon District Council's Economic Development team and Backing Essex advisors.
Combine Wisely: You may combine government-backed loans and grants if eligibility and funding rules allow.
Maldon District Council – Economic Development
📞 01621 854 477
✉️ economic.development@maldon.gov.uk
🔗 Business Support – Maldon DC (maldon.gov.uk, startupgrant.co.uk)
Backing Essex Business
🔗 Backing Essex Business (Backing Essex Business)
SELEP – Economic Growth
🔗 South East LEP
Start‑Up Loans UK
🔗 https://www.startuploans.co.uk
Find Business Support
🔗 https://findbusinesssupport.gov.scot
▫️ What types of projects does the REPF support?
Projects focused on rural circular economy, tourism, and community facilities—capital investments only (maldon.gov.uk, maldon.gov.uk, RCCE).
▫️ How much can I borrow?
Start‑Up Loans offer up to £25,000; Backing Essex Business can access up to £150,000 in some schemes (maldon.gov.uk).
▫️ Is mentoring included with loans?
Yes. Start‑Up Loans include mentoring; Backing Essex Business offers consultancy and peer networking support (Backing Essex Business, THP Chartered Accountants).
▫️ Can I apply for multiple types of finance?
You can combine grants and loans where eligible—always check individual scheme rules.
▫️ Are tech startups eligible?
Yes—if your project aligns with RePF priorities or loan criteria, such as rural or community tech.
▫️ How long does the REPF process take?
Approximately 2–8 weeks, depending on the Council’s capital-fund workflows.
▫️ Where can I get help writing an application?
Backing Essex Business, Maldon DC Economic Development, and SELEP provide advisory support.
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