grants. smallbusiness
Shropshire businesses connect with funders at Summer Funding Summit
Over 90 businesses from across Shropshire gained valuable insight into funding and investment opportunities at the annual and highly popular Summer Funding Summit, which brought together lenders, investors and advisers […]
New-look ‘Coffee + Connect’ relaunches to strengthen Shropshire business networking
Businesses across Shropshire are being encouraged to reconnect, share ideas and grow their networks as the Shropshire Growth Hub, in partnership with InSynch, relaunches its popular networking club with a […]
UKSPF Grant Enables 24/7 Prescription Collection at Lunts Pharmacy in Ludlow
A new 24/7 medication collection point will be launched this week in Ludlow, improving access to healthcare services for residents while demonstrating how targeted funding can help drive innovation in […]
Shropshire Artisan Showcase Provides High Street Boost
Visitors to the Darwin Centre were able to enjoy a very different retail experience last week thanks to the return of Shropshire Artisan Showcase which, now in its third year, […]
Shropshire faces major uncertainty over future access to national growth funds
Shropshire Council is warning that the county could face a serious inability to access national economic growth funding amid growing indications that future government investment programmes are prioritising Combined Authority […]
Local Authorities Launch Major Plan to Boost Jobs, Skills and Economic Growth Across the Marches
Shropshire Council has joined forces with Herefordshire Council and Telford & Wrekin Council to launch the Get Marches Working Plan, a bold and collaborative initiative designed to help more people […]
SHROPSHIRE GROWTH HUB LAUNCHES SHROPSHIRE ARTISAN SHOWCASE 2026
The Shropshire Growth Hub has announced the launch of the Shropshire Artisan Showcase 2026, a fully funded programme delivered in partnership with Darwin Shopping Centre and Buy-From Creative Agency. The […]
New Year, New Venture : support for new business entrepreneurs in 2026
Shropshire Growth Hub, in collaboration with the British Business Bank, will host “New Year, New Venture” on Thursday 22 January 2026 at Shrewsbury Town Football Club. Shropshire has a healthy […]
Grants available to fund a vocational qualification to further your career.
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce is running a government-funded project offering grant funding of up to £1,500 per person for people looking to progress their careers. It is open to anyone […]
Final Call for Landlords: Limited Grants Available to Revitalise Shropshire’s Market Towns
Shropshire Council is urging commercial landlords to act fast and apply for the Government-funded UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Property Improvements Grant before the opportunity closes. This is the final […]
New Video Shows How UKSPF Funding Has Transformed Lives Across Shropshire
A newly released video highlights the transformative impact of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) across Shropshire since 2022. It showcases how strategic investment in people and skills has helped […]
Hub Highlights : Shropshire Growth Hub Newsletter June 2025
Read the latest Shropshire Growth Newsletter: Business Energy Grants Now Live! Access energy saving grants for small businesses Brand Lab: Future‑proof your brand – starting July 3rd Connect with your […]
Collaboration is Key to Driving Workforce Development in Shropshire
A team of organisations and individuals across Shropshire are working together to shape the region’s workforce strategy. The Skills Task and Finish Group serves as a vital forum for sharing […]
Funding helps people across Shropshire into new jobs and careers
The funding allocated under the People & Skills priority of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund has made a real and lasting impact on individuals in Shropshire. An allocation of £1.6m […]
UKSPF Investment Delivers Major Boost in Shropshire
Shropshire Council has announced the significant impact the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) has had on the county. In the past 3 years, over £12million has been invested in projects […]
Guest Blog:Looking to Raise Money for your Business to Scale up? by Jim Shirley
Small businesses may require funding for lots of reasons, but where to begin? You might be looking to: Expand Your Operations: Increase your production capacity, hire more staff, or open […]
Shropshire Growth Hub Newsletter : 7 January 2025
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Read the Shropshire Growth Hub’s latest Newsletter! Shropshire Growth Hub is the gateway to business support: For more information see our comprehensive support finder or visit their events […]
SMALL BUSINESS GRANT SCHEME SET TO CLOSE SOON!
The UKSPF Small Business Grant Scheme is set to close to applications on 10 January 2025 and eligible businesses are urged to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)as soon as […]