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.

Business and Community Grants

Accelerator Project: Business Advice and Carbon Audits

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Some of the businesses and communities awarded grants feature in our Case Studies brochure. Download here.

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Digital Urban

Digital Urban

A £21,289 Business Development Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council enabled a significant expansion for this technology company.

Solar panels on the roof.
Bramwell Memorial Institute

Bramwell Memorial Parish Institute

A £16,067 Community Resilience Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council enabled the installation of solar panels at this Taddington village amenity.

Cricket Club pavilion with new outdoor patio
Matlock and Cromford Meadows Cricket Club

Matlock and Cromford Meadows Cricket Club

A £15,624 Community Resilience Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council has enabled the creation of an attractive outdoor area at this local sports club.

Lifting equipment at Funky Leisure
Lifting equipment at Funky Leisure

Funky Leisure

A £7,387 Small Business Adaptation Grant from Derbyshire Dales District enabled this online business to modernise its packaging operations.

The serving counter at the cafe
Cafe in the Park

Cafe in the Park

A £2,806 Small Business Adaptation Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council has helped buy new equipment for this popular café.

Flooring at Abney village hall
Flooring at Abney village hall

Abney Village Hall

A £5,625 Community Resilience Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council boosted the refurbishment programme at Abney village hall.

Hathersage Memorial Hall
Hathersage Memorial Hall

Hathersage Memorial Hall

A £5,591 Community Resilience Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council helped pay for roof insulation to reduce energy costs.

The Grand Pavilion cafe
The Grand Pavilion cafe

The Grand Pavilion

A £5,095 Small Business Adaptation Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council has benefitted the cafe at this local centre in Matlock Bath.

Hevasure demo system dashboard
Hevasure demo system dashboard

Hevasure Ltd

A £7,800 Small Business Adaptation Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council helped improve this company's digital systems for corrosion control.

Baslow village hall
Baslow village hall exterior paths

Baslow Village Hall

A £9,368 Community Resilience Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council helped finance improvements to this local amenity.

pair of hands drawing and painting
Wild Roots Creative

Wild Roots Creative

This social enterprise received a £4,408 Community Resilience Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council to increase wellbeing sessions for vulnerable people in the winter months.

Nadiia at her salon
Nadiia at the nail salon

Nails by Nadiia

New equipment funded by a £4,751 Small Business Adaptation Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council has enabled this beauty business to expand.

Case Studies

  • man holding electronic viewing device
    Digital Urban

    Digital Urban

    A £21,289 Business Development Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council enabled a significant expansion for this technology company.

  • Solar panels on the roof.
    Bramwell Memorial Institute

    Bramwell Memorial Parish Institute

    A £16,067 Community Resilience Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council enabled the installation of solar panels at this Taddington village amenity.

  • Cricket Club pavilion with new outdoor patio
    Matlock and Cromford Meadows Cricket Club

    Matlock and Cromford Meadows Cricket Club

    A £15,624 Community Resilience Grant from Derbyshire Dales District Council has enabled the creation of an attractive outdoor area at this local sports club.

More Case Studies

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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More Business Help and Information

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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    • 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

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