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Gedling Borough supports entrepreneurs and small businesses through a variety of national, regional, and local funding options—including grants, government-backed loans, and expert support from the borough council and D2N2 Growth Hub.
Purpose: Assists new businesses (up to 12 months trading) with start-up costs (machinery, marketing, premises).
Amount: Up to £2,500 (50% of project costs).
Deadline: 1 December 2025.
Apply via: Registration form → businessgrants@gedling.gov.uk — advisory support provided by Nottinghamshire Business Advisory Service (gedling.gov.uk, LinkedIn).
Purpose: Helps established SMEs (>12 months trading) improve sales, employment, or productivity.
Amount: Up to £2,500 (50% of project costs).
Deadline: 1 December 2025.
Apply via: Same process as above (gedling.gov.uk).
Purpose: Encourages business occupancy in vacant shops across Gedling centres (Arnold, Calverton, Carlton Hill, etc.).
Amount: Up to £2,500 (50% matching).
Deadline: Applications accepted until 31 March 2026 (gedling.gov.uk, LinkedIn).
Amount: £500–£25,000 with fixed 6% interest per annum.
Support: Business mentoring and planning assistance.
Eligibility: UK residents aged 18+, trading under 36 months.
Apply: GOV.UK Start‑Up Loan page.
Gedling-based businesses can also access regional schemes via the D2N2 Growth Hub, including R&D support, capital equipment, and energy-efficiency grants (D2N2 Growth Hub, gedling.gov.uk, D2N2 Growth Hub).
Services: Advice on grants, planning, recruitment, high street development, and business rates relief (gedling.gov.uk).
Contact: EcDev@gedling.gov.uk or call 0115 901 3901.
Support: Free, impartial advice on finance, grants, scale-up, net zero, and supply chains (D2N2 Growth Hub, emc-dnl.co.uk).
Contact: 0333 006 9178 or info@d2n2growthhub.co.uk.
Monthly surgeries at Gedling Civic Centre to discuss grants and eligibility (July–Dec 2025).
Networking: Gedling Business Support Network events (e.g., 'Sell Smarter' in Jan 2025) funded via UKSPF (derby.gov.uk, gedling.gov.uk, LinkedIn).
Use the GOV.UK Business Finance & Support Finder for national funding.
Engage with the Growth Hub or Economic Growth Team to check local and regional eligibility.
Attend free business grant surgeries to explore scheme suitability (gedling.gov.uk).
Clarify your project – Start-up, equipment purchase, premises, or sustainability.
Identify funding – Choose from Start-Up Grant, Growth Grant, Empty Shop Grant, or loan schemes.
Check eligibility – Confirm trading status, location, and project scope.
Gather documents – Business plan, quotes, cashflow forecasts, trading proof.
Register/apply – Submit registration forms; meet advisors; complete full applications.
Track progress – Follow deadlines and respond to follow-up requests promptly.
Network and Mentor: Use Gedling Council events, Growth Hub surgeries, and GMAX Card networking to connect.
Plan Early: Research deadlines and scheme specifics ahead of time.
Stay Informed: Subscribe to Gedling newsletters, UKSPF updates, and GOV.UK alerts.
Business Grants & Info: Gedling Council Business Grants page (gedling.gov.uk, gedling.gov.uk, gedling.gov.uk, D2N2 Growth Hub, democracy.gedling.gov.uk)
Grant Surgeries: Book via Gedling Civic Centre events page (gedling.gov.uk)
D2N2 Growth Hub: 0333 006 9178 or info@d2n2growthhub.co.uk (D2N2 Growth Hub)
Start‑Up Loans: GOV.UK Apply for a Start-ReLoan
Economic Growth Team: EcDev@gedling.gov.uk • Phone 0115 901 3901
🔹 What grants are available from Gedling Borough Council?
The council offers:
• Business Start-Up Grant (up to £2,500)
• Business Growth Grant (up to £2,500)
• Empty Shop Grant (up to £2,500).
All require 50% match funding and share a 1 December 2025 deadline (D2N2 Growth Hub, gedling.gov.uk).
🔹 When can I apply for the Empty Shop Grant?
Applications are open now until 31 March 2026 (gedling.gov.uk).
🔹 How much can I borrow through Start-Up Loans?
Between £500 and £25,000, repayable over up to 5 years at a fixed 6% rate.
🔹 Who helps with grant applications?
Gedling Economic Growth Team and Nottinghamshire Business Advisory Service support applicants via surgeries—register to book (gedling.gov.uk).
🔹 What documents will I need?
You’ll need a business plan, financial forecasts, quotes, evidence of premises/use, and proof of eligibility (e.g., address).
🔹 Can I access loans or grants regionally?
Yes. The D2N2 Growth Hub offers access to regional schemes (e.g., capital equipment, energy efficiency, R&D) (gedling.gov.uk, D2N2 Growth Hub).
🔹 How often do grants open?
Council grants are on a cycle with a 1 Dec 2025 deadline. Growth Hub/UKSPF events run year-round.
🔹 Where should I start?
Define your funding purpose
Choose the most suitable scheme
Check eligibility via Council Growth Team or Growth Hub
Prepare documents
Apply
Follow up diligently
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