Rural businesses in England can now apply for grants of between £20,000 and £750,000 at 40% to deliver projects that create new jobs, boost tourism and unlock growth in rural areas.

The Growth Programme is open to farmers, landowners and other small or micro businesses in rural areas.

The funding includes grants for;

• Business development
• Food processing
• Rural tourism infrastructure

As the process is competitive, projects that deliver the priorities of the programme nationally and locally will be favoured.

The deadline for expression of interest is 16 February 2020.

Further information from the governments website can be accessed https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/rdpe-growth-programme

We can provide support with any potential application which includes  market research, planning permissions, business plans, cash flow and raising finance.  If you would like further information please contact us.