WHAT OPPORTUNITIES DO YOU HAVE?
Our Business BOOST and Farm BOOST schemes are fully funded opportunities. You can access help, support and dedicated business support, completely free of charge.
Best of all, both are designed to help you adapt, grow, and unlock new opportunities.
BUSINESS BOOST PROGRAMME
DOES YOUR BUSINESS NEED A BOOST?
If you’re a start-up, sole trader, small or medium sized business in North Devon or Torridge, we can offer you up to 6 hours of FREE Business Support. Through the Business BOOST Programme you’ll receive access to personalised, one-to-one advice to help you start, grow and develop your business, without spending a penny. Our programmes are designed to:
IMPROVE PERFORMANCE
Streamline operations and boost efficiency.
GROW AND DEVELOP
Scale your business and explore new markets.
ACCESS FUNDING & GRANTS
Explore funding opportunities and understand your options.
INCREASE TURNOVER OR CUT COSTS
Boost revenue and reduce expenses.
MARKETING & SALES GROWTH
Sharpen messaging and convert more leads.
“The grant application process was helped greatly by the advice and guidance that the team were able to provide throughout.”
Jan Welch, Tarka Valley Railway CIO
“Really easy grant process, Stephen & Vicky are both very helpful.”
Jacquelyn Curtis, Jax’s Cakes N Bakes
“My experience has been very positive, and this grant will have a big impact on my business growth.”
Zoe Harvey, Borrow the Moon
“The Business Boost team are wonderful, such a fantastic opportunity to have in North Devon.”
Eddie Blundell, HakoBox Ltd
“All involved at ND+ (and north devon council) were very approachable, professional, and happy to help with any part of the application process. Their guidance was concise and knowledgeable, delivered in a friendly and patient manner.”
Sarah Roberts, Longlands Luxury Glamping
SUPPORT FOR FARMERS
If you’re a farmer in North Devon or Torridge, the Farm BOOST scheme is for you! Specifically to support farmers build resilience and adapt to change, our advisors can provide up to 6 hours of free support including business planning, diversification advice, funding guidance, and identifying suitable grant schemes.
Detailed grant and funding applications can be provided through our affordable commercial support services, please get in touch with the team to have a no obligation chat.
Support applying for schemes and grants
Business planning and diversification advice
Guidance on compliance, sustainability and future-proofing your farm
Nutrient management support from FACTS-qualified advisors.
Funded By
The Business BOOST programme is funded by North Devon Council and Torridge District Council and North Devon+ and is delivered across North Devon and Torridge.
This programme provides free business support to eligible businesses, start-ups, entrepreneurs, sole traders and small medium sized businesses to help businesses to start, grow and thrive.
CAN YOU HELP ME ACCESS GRANTS OR FINANCIAL FUNDING?
Yes! We can help you identify relevant grants and funding streams and provide guidance on suitable opportunities.
Detailed grant and funding applications are available through our affordable commercial support service. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
We can support farmers with RPA funding applications, but due to its complexity, this is a paid service.
WHERE CAN I FIND LIVE GRANTS OR FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES?
Speak to an advisor to find suitable opportunities for your specific business, or take a look on:
SUCCESS STORIES
See the impact our support has had on other business owners across Devon and the South West
BIFFEN’S KITCHEN
CELEBRANT SUE
MAKING SFI SIMPLE
NAVIGATING COMPLEX AGRI SCHEMES
EMPOWERING FARMERS THROUGH DIGI SKILLS
DELIVERING THE TORRIDGE CRP
