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    Last update 22/07/2025

    2025 Grants and Loans for Small Businesses in Erewash, UK


    🔹 Introduction

    Erewash Borough Council actively supports local SMEs—especially manufacturers and startups—through government-backed loans, local grant programmes, and advisory support led by the Erewash Partnership and D2N2 Growth Hub.


    🔹 Government‑Backed Loans

    Start‑Up Loans (British Business Bank)


    🔹 Local Grants & Support

    Manufacturing R&D Grant

    • Purpose: Supports Erewash-based SMEs developing new products, processes, or technologies

    • Amount: £5,000–£20,000 (with 33% match-funding)

    • Eligibility: Operational SMEs across all sectors within the borough

    • Deadline: Final round closes 31 January 2026

    • Funding: Over £100k available via UK Shared Prosperity Fund (Erewash Borough Council, D2N2 Growth Hub)


    Vision Derbyshire Business Start‑Up Support

    • Purpose: Provides advice and grants for start-ups across Derbyshire

    • Amount: Up to £10,000 (covering up to 50% of eligible costs) (derbyshire.gov.uk)

    • Eligibility: New businesses (<12 months trading) in Derbyshire, including Erewash

    • Apply via: Derbyshire County Council’s Vision Derbyshire scheme (derbyshire.gov.uk)


    Shop Front & Signage Grants

    • Purpose: Improves shop fronts and reduces empty units in Ilkeston and Long Eaton

    • Amount: Up to £2,000 via signage scheme, £1,000–£10,000 for the new Shop Front Improvement Scheme (Erewash Borough Council)

    • Eligibility: Businesses with ground-floor premises in town centre areas


    Business Accelerator & 1‑2‑1 Support

    • Programme: Erewash Business Accelerator (run by East Midlands Chamber) launched Autumn 2025

    • Support: Training, finance workshops, mentoring—funded via UKSPF through March 2026 (Erewash Borough Council)


    🔹 Business Support Services

    • Erewash Partnership Ltd: Offers networking, mentoring, and support to over 222 entrepreneurs since 2023 (Erewash Borough Council)

    • D2N2 Growth Hub: Assists with manufacturing grants and provides expert business advice at 0333 006 9178 (D2N2 Growth Hub)


    🔹 Eligibility Guidance

    • Confirm SME status, borough-based operations for grants, and new business status for start-up support

    • Contact Erewash Partnership or D2N2 to discuss business fit and funding pathways


    🔹 Application Process

    1. Clarify funding need – R&D, start-up, signage, or accelerator support

    2. Select suitable scheme – match purpose and eligibility

    3. Prepare documents – business plan, forecasts, quotes, match-funding proof

    4. Apply:

      • R&D Grant via Erewash Council pages

      • Vision Derbyshire via Derbyshire County Council

      • Signage and Accelerator via council programmes

    5. Engage with advisors from Erewash Partnership / D2N2 Growth Hub

    6. Follow up promptly and track deadlines (R&D: 31 January 2026)


    🔹 Additional Tips


    🔹 Contact & Further Information

    • Manufacturing R&D Grant & Shop Front Scheme: Erewash Council’s Business Support pages (Erewash Borough Council)

    • Vision Derbyshire Support: Derbyshire County Council via Vision Derbyshire scheme (derbyshire.gov.uk)

    • Erewash Partnership Ltd: Call 0115 946 8839 (derbyshire.gov.uk)

    • D2N2 Growth Hub: 0333 006 9178 – ask for North Derbyshire region (D2N2 Growth Hub)


    âť“ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

     

    🔹 What R&D grants are available?
    Erewash SMEs can apply for £5k–£20k in R&D grants (33% match funding required), with applications open until 31 January 2026. (Erewash Borough Council)

     

    🔹 How much funding can start‑ups get?
    Through Vision Derbyshire, eligible start‑ups can access up to £10,000 (up to 50% costs) plus mentoring. (southderbyshire.gov.uk)

     

    🔹 Can I improve my shop front?
    Yes. Grants include up to £2,000 for signage and £10,000 for shop front improvements in town centre premises. (Erewash Borough Council)

     

    🔹 How do I access accelerator support?
    The Erewash Business Accelerator, funded by UKSPF and run by East Midlands Chamber, offers mentoring and training through March 2026. (Erewash Borough Council)

     

    🔹 How much can I borrow via Start‑Up Loans?
    Between £500 and £25,000, repayable with a 6% loan and supported by mentoring.

     

    🔹 Do I need to match fund grants?
    Yes. R&D grants require a 33% match, Vision Derbyshire covers up to 50%, and shop frontage grants require 20% match.

     

    🔹 Who can help me apply?
    Contact Erewash Partnership (0115 946 8839) or D2N2 Growth Hub (0333 006 9178) for guidance and support.

     

    🔹 Where should I start?

    1. Decide on funding need

    2. Prepare core documents (plan, quotes, forecasts)

    3. Contact Erewash Partnership / D2N2

    4. Apply via the appropriate programme

    5. Follow up promptly

     

     

     

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