This programme has concluded as of 31st March 2026. To find out more about funded support for your business in Southend-on-Sea, please visit the Business page on Southend-on-Sea City Council’s website
Business Support in Southend on Sea
Whether you’re just starting up or you’re an already established business in Southend on Sea, our team is here to help you not only survive in times of economic difficulty, but to help you grow and thrive.
What support is my Southend on Sea business eligible for?
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Up to 12 hours of free one-to-one business advice and support
With an expert business advisor, you can benefit from up to 12 hours of free support. We’ll help you to develop an Action Plan for your growth, and we can work with you to ensure you find the right type of business finance for you. We can also help you to create a strong application for any grant or finance opportunities.
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Access to finance
We can help you make sense of the numbers, and as accredited lenders for business finance schemes such as the Start Up and the Growth Guarantee Scheme, we can support you in your search for finance to help your business grow.
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Events and Workshops
We regularly host fully funded workshops and networking events to help businesses learn new skills and expand their connections.
From free courses and webinars on understanding the financials of your business to managing your team better, our events focus on really benefiting your business. -
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Free Resources
Access free resources like business plan and cashflow templates to help you stay on track with your goals. We can also provide you with factsheets and guides on topics such as Tax, Health and Safety and Food Hygiene, and provide background information on a wide range of business sectors.
We’re here to help you grow, and make Southend on Sea a prosperous place to do business.
Upcoming events for Southend businesses
Affordable marketing training by Let’s Do Marketing
Need support for your business in Southend on Sea?
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This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government's Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2026. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus