Growth finance

Growth Finance

When you're searching for finance for your business it can be overwhelming. There are so many options to choose from and you don't want to find yourself spending days (or even weeks!) sending out application after application to lenders who aren't suitable.

You need to find a lender that not only meets the needs of your business, but that you can trust. It's not as simple as accepting money from the first lender who's willing to give it to you, as tricky terms and conditons and tiny fine-print could lock you into a repayment contract that could cause havoc to your finances. That's why all of the business finance services that we offer at Business West are local, trusted and tailored to your needs.

How we can help

Our team of friendly business advisers and finance experts are here to help you every step of the way, from assessing your business needs, to matching you with the right lender, and walking you through the applicaton process. There is no cost to speak with our advisers, so get in touch today and discover your path to finance success.

There are a number of locally available finance programmes that can be accessed to support your business growth and boost your sales and profits and we can help you take the next step in your business growth with the Funder Finder, Business Finance Finder, the South West Regional Loan Fund, and Funding Circle.  

Funder Finder

Search for business funding in just a few minutes with the HM Treasury and British Business Bank approved Funder Finder. Delivered by Alternative Business Funding in partnership with Business West.
  • One application reaches 130 lenders
  • Funds available from £500 to £50 million
  • Complete your application in just a few minutes 

Follow the link to find out more...

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South West Regional Loan Fund

The South West Regional Loan Fund provides loans of £10,000 to £100,000 to eligible small and medium sized companies that have been unable to raise sufficient funding from their bank. The application process is straightforward and we aim to give you a decision within 15 working days.
  • We say yes when banks say no
  • Access up to £10,000
  • Our friendly team will help you through the application process

Follow the link to find out more...

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Funding Circle

Funding Circle helps businesses grow and prosper through helping them access fast and flexible finance. Since launching in 2010, more than £2.5 billion has been lent to over 26,000 UK businesses.
  • Flexible source of funds
  • No early repayment fees
  • You choose the term

Follow the link to find out more...

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  • Enterprise success

    In the last six years the Business West enterprise team have helped hundreds of South West businesses to start-up and grow.

  • Business Training Workshops

    Whatever stage you're at on your business journey, our business training workshops can offer invaluable help and advice.

    From how to put together a robust business plan and create a social media strategy, to learning how to market your business, increase your sales and even run a successful crowdfunding campaign, we have something for everyone.