Investment Fund - North of England

Finance to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the North West, Yorkshire, the Humber and Tees Valley

Key facts

Funding amount: £25,000 to £2,000,000
Deadline: Rolling – no fixed deadline
Region: North West, Yorkshire, the Humber, Tees Valley
Business type: Small businesses & SMEs

Plain English summary

This fund provides finance, including equity and loans, to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It targets businesses in the North West, Yorkshire, the Humber, and Tees Valley. Funding ranges from £25,000 to £2,000,000 for startups and established businesses.

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Who this is best for

Small businesses & SMEs
Organisations based in North West, Yorkshire, the Humber, Tees Valley
Projects aligned with business grants
Teams seeking funding around £25,000 to £2,000,000

Who should not apply

Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
Organisations based outside North West, Yorkshire, the Humber, Tees Valley
Large enterprises above SME thresholds
Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below

Eligibility checklist

Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.

Businesses based in the North of England can apply and must have 10 to 249 employees.
The fund supports IT, digital and creative, manufacturing, science and technology, and service industries.
Both startups (1-2 years trading) and established businesses are eligible.

Official source

Funding body

gov.uk — Business finance support

Last verified

10 Jun 2026

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