Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire – UK Shared Prosperity Fund: High Growth Accelerator
Closing Date: 31/03/2026
Grants and specialist support are available for rapidly growing businesses of any size based in Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham or Nottinghamshire to reach their full potential and drive economic growth. The scheme is part of the wider UK Shared Prosperity Fund programme.
The programme is designed to provide tailored academic and support for businesses to innovate, scale and grow sustainably. Businesses of any size and sector can request support and advice.
The following are available from the scheme:
- Expert business advice from qualified Business Advisers to assess the business’s current position and develop a bespoke growth roadmap with clear objectives and KPIs.
- Access to finance that includes:
- Innovation vouchers.
- Access to specialist support from university technical innovation centres.
- Talent grants (to recruit students or graduates through internships).
- Growth grants.
- Growth Navigator Workshops:
- Growth Drivers: For early-stage scale-ups and emerging leaders.
- Growth Builders: For established businesses to focus on strategic leadership and governance.
- Networking Opportunities including fully subsidised training courses.
| Funding body | Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) |
|---|---|
| Maximum value | £8,000 |
| Reference ID | S54199 |
| Category | Business Support |
| Fund or call | Fund |