Durham County Council Retail Start-up Grant

The new Start-up Support Programme is available to new retail, hospitality and leisure businesses across County Durham

Provided by: Durham County Council

Scheme details

Area: County Durham

Categories: Finance & funding, Grant

Business stage: Start-up

Grants available for new retail, leisure and hospitality businesses in County Durham

The new Start-up Support Programme is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Funds and is available to new retail, hospitality and leisure businesses across County Durham. The grant provides you with the help and support you need in your first six months of trading.

If eligible, the grant can be used for:  

  • rent
  • business rates
  • service charges
  • utilities
  • insurance

The amount of funding awarded is determined on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the needs, location and circumstances of each business.

Take the next step...

For further information about this scheme, including how to apply, visit the provider website.

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