Tideswell Welding Services
Solar panels part funded by a £10,381 Decarbonisation Grant from Derbyshrie Dales District Council has reduced energy costs.
Case Studies
Here are just a few of the projects that our business support programmes have helped. Take a look and if you think that your business could benefit in a similar way then get in touch.
Accelerator Project: Business Advice and Carbon Audits
Some of the businesses and communities awarded grants feature in our Case Studies brochure. Download here.
High Peak Access
A £13,551 Business Development Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council enabled the purchase of new equipment at this rope access and geotechnical services company.
Health Tec Medical
A £3,870 Decarbonisation Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council has improved the energy efficiency at the premises of this specialist medical supplier.
3 Trees Glamping
A £25k Business Development Grant and and a £10,098 Decarbonisation Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council has supported the expansion of this luxury glamping site.
Thornbridge Brewery
Awarding-winning brewery reduces carbon emissions and costs with a £20k decarbonisation grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council.
The Farming Life Centre
A Community Resilience Grant of £11,884 from Derbyshire Dales District Council has helped this local charity establish its Rural Befriending project.
Gallery Cafe
Major efficiencies have been made at this Bakewell cafe due to a £7,891 Small Business Adaptation from Derbyshire Dales District Council .
Oakhill Hotel
Homecooked pizza is now on the menu at this local hotel due to a £4,205 Small Business Adaptation Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council.
Hartington Creamery
An increase in production at this Stilton cheese manufacturer was enabled by a £7,513 Small Business Adaptation Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council.
Medway Centre
Improvements at this Bakewell community cente have been enabled by a £6,284 Community Resilience Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council.
Derbyshire Federation for Mental Health
A £12k Community Resilience Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council paid for new flooring and partitioning at this Darley Dale centre.
Ashbourne Elim Church
Solar panels were installed at this community church using a £18,414 Community Resislience Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council.
Case Studies
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Solar panels ont he roof at Tideswell Welding Services Tideswell Welding Services
Solar panels part funded by a £10,381 Decarbonisation Grant from Derbyshrie Dales District Council has reduced energy costs.
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High Peak Access
A £13,551 Business Development Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council enabled the purchase of new equipment at this rope access and geotechnical services company.
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Health Tec Medical, Hathersage Health Tec Medical
A £3,870 Decarbonisation Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council has improved the energy efficiency at the premises of this specialist medical supplier.
Help for Your Business
Starting Your Business
When setting up your own business, preparation is key - we're here to provide guidance and signposting to ensure you are well equipped to deal with the journey ahead. Get the information you may need when starting up and running your business, as well as further advice and useful links.
Running Your Business
Setting up and running a business can be a challenge but help is on hand from Derbyshire Dales District Council and others to help make the journey as painless as possible. Established businesses can get help directly from our business adviser and many other useful resources.
Growing Your Business
Once your business is well-established and profitable you may want to grow and expand it further. If you are not satisfied with maintaining your current operation and want to increase your market share, and profits, you'll need to develop a solid strategy for business growth.
Funding Your Business
Whether you are looking to launch a start-up, expand your current business, or become more resource efficient, you will most likely need some financial support. Business funding can come in many forms and we are ideally placed to advise you on the latest and most suitable options.
More Business Help and Information
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Business Advice Service
Looking for grant funding? Need advice on growing your business? Contact us for business support; If we can't help directly, we'll point you in the right direction to find the help you need.
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Economic Plans and Area Information
The Council's aims, priorities, and actions, are published in the Economic Plan, which sits alongside our current Covid Economic Recovery Plan.
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Economic Research and Insights
Research to inform decisions about our local economy, including insights into the volume and value of tourism, and business needs and trends across the district.
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Meet The Team
Whether you are just starting out, or have been in business for some time, we're here to help with all of your business needs.
From left to right...
- Steve Capes - Director of Place & Economy
- Christina Trindade - Business Adviser
- Esther Stewart - Monitoring & Business Support Officer
- Nancy Maitland - Economic Development and Tourism Officer
- Amanda Brown - Economic Development Manager
- Gill Chapman - Economic Development and Tourism Officer
Contact Us
- Telephone: 01629 761100
- Email: economicdevelopment@derbyshiredales.gov.uk
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