SWIG Finance

Loans for new and growing SMEs in the South West of England.

Key facts

Funding amount: £500 to £250,000
Deadline: Rolling – no fixed deadline
Region: South West England
Business type: Small businesses & SMEs

Plain English summary

SWIG Finance offers loans ranging from £500 to £250,000 for new and growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This support is available to businesses located in Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Bristol, Wiltshire, and Gloucestershire. It caters to various business stages, from pre-trading startups to established companies across many industries.

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Who this is best for

Small businesses & SMEs
Organisations based in South West England
Projects aligned with business grants
Teams seeking funding around £500 to £250,000

Who should not apply

Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
Organisations based outside South West England
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 located in the areas of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.
For businesses with 10 to 249 employees and various business stages (not yet trading, start-ups (1-2 years), and established).

Official source

Funding body

gov.uk — Business finance support

Last verified

10 Jun 2026

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