Sign-up to the Devon Business Support Programme
Join our free business support programme for businesses and entrepreneurs based in Devon.
A new, fully funded business support programme is expected to launch in September 2026, helping businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs across Devon* to start up, grow, and prosper. Find out more about the programme below.
While the delivery provider is being appointed, you can register your interest now and be among the first to be contacted when support becomes available.
Please fill in the sign-up form below and we will get in touch when the programme starts, to book your appointment with an advisor. By completing the form you consent to being contacted.
Bespoke Business Support
If you’re running a business – or thinking of starting one – you can access free, tailored support that is shaped by you and your business goals. Support is expected to be flexible and practical, combining one-to-one advice, workshops, networking opportunities and peer-to-peer learning. Potential support topics could include:
- Business Growth and Development – business planning, access to finance, cashflow and budget management, entering new markets, innovation and productivity, marketing and customer development, resilience and sustainability
- Starting a Business – developing a business idea, business planning, legal structures, market research, finance and budgeting, building confidence and entrepreneurial skills
- Digital and Marketing – digital tools and productivity, AI and automation, cyber security, digital marketing, adopting new technologies, planning your digital journey, and building an online presence
- People and Workforce – HR and recruitment, workforce planning, apprenticeships, leadership and management
- Sustainability and Net Zero – energy and resource efficiency, decarbonisation planning, carbon footprint, renewable energy opportunities, clean growth
Eligible Areas
*To access support, applicants will need to be based in one of the following areas:
- East Devon
- Exeter
- Mid Devon
- Teignbridge
- South Hams
- West Devon
For businesses and entrepreneurs based in North Devon and Torridge, support is being delivered by North Devon+. To register for support, please visit: northdevonplus.co.uk. If you’re not sure which area you come under, you can check by inputting your postcode into the Council Checker.
Who Can Register?
Support is available to established businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs in Devon, including:
- Sole Traders
- Micro businesses
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Social Enterprises
- Community Interest Companies (CICs)
Businesses and business ideas can be from any sector, including farming and agricultural businesses.
What Will the Support Look Like?
Eligible businesses and entrepreneurs are expected to receive between one and six hours of fully funded support, depending on their needs. Support may be delivered online or in-person, through 1:1s and/or workshops.
The programme is designed to provide practical support that responds to the needs and ambitions of each participant – not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Register Your Interest
The programme is due to launch in September 2026. Complete the form above to join the waiting list. By registering your interest, you will:
- Receive updates on the programme launch
- Be contacted by the programme team once support becomes available
The programme is being commissioned by Devon County Council and partner local authorities, and part-funded through the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and Devon & Torbay Combined County Authority.
Data Protection
The Growth Hub service for Devon, Plymouth and Torbay is funded by the Department for Business and Trade. Somerset Council is the Accountable Body. The Growth Hub service is managed and delivered by Devon County Council.
The Devon Business Support Programme is part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Please see the programmes privacy notice to see how we store and manage your data