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The Torbay Enterprise Fund has officially launched, with £130,000 available to support business growth across Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham. This new scheme offers grants to both start-ups and independent retailers, making it a unique opportunity for local businesses to secure funding that helps them grow.
This guide clearly outlines what the fund is, who can apply, and how you can make the most of it, including how to utilise your grant to obtain a fully funded website through Quay Media’s special start-up offer.
The Torbay Enterprise Fund builds on the success of earlier business support schemes and complements the Start Up, Stay Up, Scale Up programme. It has been designed to make finance more accessible for new businesses and to improve the look and feel of Torbay’s high streets.
Two different grants are available:
Applications are now open and will remain so until all funds are allocated.
The Start-up Grant is aimed at new businesses registered in Torbay on or after 1 April 2025. Applicants must also be engaged with the Start-Up Torbay programme.
Funding of up to £3,000 is available to help with essential start-up costs, including:
For many entrepreneurs, access to finance is one of the biggest hurdles to getting started. This grant helps remove that barrier.
The Retail Unit Improvement Grant supports existing independent retailers in Torbay’s town centre areas. It provides matched funding of up to £5,000 to improve shop fronts and retail spaces.
Eligible costs include:
The goal is to strengthen the appeal of Torbay’s high streets by encouraging investment in the physical appearance of local businesses.
While there are many ways to spend the funding, a professional website is one of the most effective investments for a new business. A strong online presence helps you:
Compete effectively with businesses outside Torbay
In short, using your grant for a website sets the foundation for long-term growth, and Quay Media is the ideal partner to deliver it.
As part of our commitment to supporting local businesses, Quay Media is running a special Start-up Website Offer tailored to entrepreneurs applying for the Torbay Enterprise Fund.
Our websites are:
Best of all, if your grant application is successful, your website project could be fully funded through the scheme.
That means you can launch your business online without worrying about upfront costs.
How to Apply for the Torbay Enterprise Fund
Review the eligibility criteria in the official application form.
If applying for the Start-up Grant, ensure your business was registered after 1 April 2025 and that you are engaged with the Start-Up Torbay programme.
Complete the application form through the Torbay Council website.
Submit your application as early as possible; funds are limited, and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
The fund launched on 1 September 2025, and applications will remain open until all funding has been allocated.
The Torbay Enterprise Fund is a £130,000 grant scheme launched in 2025 to support business growth in Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham. It offers two types of grants: a Start-up Grant of up to £3,000 and a Retail Unit Improvement Grant of up to £5,000.
You must be a new business registered in Torbay on or after 1 April 2025. Applicants also need to be engaged with the Start-Up Torbay programme. This applies to sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies that meet the criteria.
This grant is available to existing independent retailers in designated town centre locations. To qualify, you must be able to match the funding pound for pound and use it for physical improvements such as shop front refurbishments, signage, or cosmetic upgrades.
Yes. A website is an eligible expense under the grant. Many Torbay start-ups choose to use this funding to build a professional online presence. Quay Media offers a dedicated Start-up Website Package that can be fully covered by the grant.
No. The Torbay Enterprise Fund is a grant, not a loan. As long as you meet the eligibility criteria and use the funding as outlined in your application, you will not need to repay it.
Eligible costs include:
Eligible costs include:
Applications can be submitted online via the Torbay Council website. You’ll need to review the eligibility criteria, prepare supporting information, and complete the official application form.
The fund opened on 1 September 2025 and applications will remain open until all funding has been allocated. Grants are reviewed regularly and awarded on a rolling basis, so applying early is recommended.
Yes. The Start-Up Torbay programme and the council’s Economy Team can provide guidance. For advice on how to maximise your funding with a professional website, Quay Media can support you with tailored packages.
Once the £130,000 allocation has been distributed, no further applications will be accepted. That’s why it’s important to apply as soon as possible.
The Torbay Enterprise Fund is a golden opportunity for both new and established businesses to secure vital financial support. With grants of up to £3,000 for start-ups and £5,000 for retailers, it offers a practical way to overcome financial barriers and invest in your future.
If you are applying, consider using your grant to fund a professional website. Quay Media’s Start-up Website Offer is designed to give new businesses the online presence they need to succeed.
Get in touch with Quay Media today to discuss your project and discover how we can help you turn your grant into a fully funded website.
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