6 Grants to Help Blaenau Gwent Businesses Grow
Whether you're just starting out, expanding, or focusing on a specific sector like retail or tourism, the Blaenau Gwent Business Hub offers tailored grants to match your ambition:
The Grants
1. Pre‑Start & Business Start‑Up Grant
Who it's for: New ventures in test‑trading or trading up to 6 months.
Funding:
- Test‑trading: up to £500
- New businesses: £250–£2,500
- Applicants fund at least 20%
2. Kick Start Plus
Who it's for: Businesses trading between 6 months and 3 years.
Purpose: Supports transitioning to sustainable growth.
3. Retail, Service & Hospitality Development Grant
Who it's for: SMEs (<249 employees) in retail, service, or hospitality with commercial premises in Blaenau Gwent.
Funding: Covers 50% of costs; minimum £1,000, up to £10,000.
4. Business Development Grant
Who it's for: Established manufacturers or service-manufacturing businesses.
Benefit: Funds equipment, jobs, expansion initiatives.
5. Social Enterprise Grant
Who it's for: Registered social enterprises operating locally.
Focus: Supports community-led enterprises creating social value.
6. Tourism Development Grant
Who it's for: Local tourism businesses looking to attract more visitors or enhance services.
Aim: Boost the region’s tourism offer.
Why It Matters
Each scheme is designed to match different business stages and sectors - whether you're in test-trade mode, targeting growth, or aiming to uplift your local area through social or tourism initiatives.
What You Should Do Next
Login or register at the Blaenau Gwent Business Hub.
Check detailed eligibility and guidance notes for the grant you're interested in.
Register interest or start your application through the Portal.
Reach out to the Business & Innovation Team or Enterprise Facilitators for support.