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East Devon District Council is championing businesses, helping local firms recover from the pandemic, adapt to new circumstances and thrive into the future.

15/04/2026

Calling all entrepreneurs! 📣

Are you ready to StartSmart with East Devon's StartSmart Programme? Offering a range of support including mentoring from local business experts, 1-2-1 advice, and grants of up to £2,500 to launch your business, StartSmart is an unmissable opportunity for any early stage business looking to grow. Whether you have recently started trading or are about to launch, StartSmart can help you create strong foundations and accelerate growth. You can mix and match the support elements to suit your needs, from applying for a grant for equipment, seeking professional training opportunities, or looking for a business expert to mentor you.

Sign-up today to access our business support provision or register your interest in the mentoring scheme to learn from the experience and skills of professional advisers. Looking for grants? Check out our StartSmart Fund and submit your application for review by the 30th of April.

For more details, click the link below 👇

31/03/2026

StartSmart with East Devon's new business support provision!

Start-up businesses and entrepreneurs can now access a range of free support thanks to the StartSmart Programme, which helps boost growth in early-stage enterprises 🚀 A range of support is available including grants, mentoring, and 1-2-1 advice and guidance. If you've launched a business within the last three years or have a great business idea that is ready to go, StartSmart can offer you the help you need to hit the ground running.

Through the StartSmart Fund, eligible business can apply for a grant of up to £2,500 for costs such as equipment, website design and development, and professional development courses. The grant scheme will close once all funding is allocated so submit your application early to avoid missing out! The first deadline to submit an application is the 30th of April - click the link in the comments to find out more 👇

16/03/2026

Are you looking to start a business, or have you launched one in the last three years?

Join us on Tues 17th March 10-2 at the East Devon Business Centre to celebrate the launch of StartSmart; a new programme designed to support early stage businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs in East Devon. Come along for interactive workshops, valuable networking opportunities, and to hear more about the StartSmart scheme.

The event is free to join, but booking is essential! Sign up now using the link below 👇

10/03/2026

Calling all entrepreneurs !📣

East Devon District Council are launching our new StartSmart Programme to support entrepreneurs and start-up businesses to build strong, sustainable foundations from day 1.

Join us at the East Devon Business Centre in Honiton on Tues 17th of March for our free launch event to hear from expert speakers and network with other local start-ups. Come along from 10-2 to enjoy interactive workshops on building your brand, learn more about the StartSmart scheme, and hear success stories from other entrepreneurs.

Spaces are free but limited, so sign up today using the link below 👇

25/02/2026

February is your last chance to register for this free business support! ⏰ Do you have a great product, but can’t seem to reach customers? We’ll help you change that. Turn your marketing into results with our free, practical business advice.

This support ends soon, so get in touch and start your journey today.

Sign-up link below 👇

10/02/2026

Do you pay business rates?

Did you know your property’s business rates valuation may change on Wednesday 1 April 2026?

To see details of your valuation and request changes you will need a business rates valuation account.

📅 You have until Tuesday 31 March 2026 to request a change to your current valuation by checking the details we hold on your property.

If you don’t already have an account, it can take 15 days to register and link your properties.

Visit the link in the comments to sign up on the Valuation Office Agency website today to stay ahead of the deadline.

04/02/2026

🌍 People Planet Profit: Demystifying Carbon 🌍

Join the Devon Food Partnership at Darts Farm on Tuesday 24 February for a practical morning on decarbonisation and sustainability.
Hear from inspiring speakers, learn actionable steps, and discover funded support opportunities.
🎤 Speakers include River Cottage, Two Drifters, Sandford Orchards & more!
🍽 Lunch provided
📍 Darts Farm, East Devon
🔗 Register now: https://demystifying-carbon.eventbrite.com/

Devon Food Partnership Food Drink Devon

15/01/2026

Have your say on East Devon's budgets for 2026/27!
We are inviting our business community to share their views on our budget for the next financial year to help us shape our priorities and make the best use of our resources. The consultation will close on the 2nd of February.
Check out the draft budgets online and then fill out our short survey to share your feedback. Links in the comment below 👇

12/01/2026

Exeter College are offering East Devon residents FREE access to their Level 2 in Understanding Domestic Retrofit Qualification 👷🏻

This practical 3-day course is designed for anyone in construction, housing, planning, or those simply interested in sustainable development. It will be delivered in three flexible blocks to suit busy schedules:
Wednesday 21st – Friday 23rd January 2026, 9am - 1pm
Wednesday 25th – Friday 27th February 2026, 9am - 1pm
Wednesday 25th – Friday 27th March 2026, 9am - 1pm

Don't miss out on this opportunity to upskill and gain a recognised Level 2 Qualification! 🛠️

Click the link below to register today 👇

06/01/2026

New Year, New Opportunities!🚀
Discover how AI and automation can save you time and money in 2026.
Join Prosper and the Growth Hub for their “AI for Business Productivity” workshops:
💻 Online – Wednesday 14th January, 5:30pm-7:00pm
📍 Tiverton – Wednesday 21st January, 9:15am-12:30pm
✅ Practical tips
✅ Easy-to-use tools
✅ Designed for small businesses
Sign up today!
online webinar: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ai-for-business-productivity-online-tickets-1977503120065?aff=oddtdtcreator
in-person workshop: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ai-for-business-productivity-tiverton-tickets-1969930832148?aff=oddtdtcreator

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East Devon District Council, Blackdown House, Heathfield Industrial Estate
Cranbrook
EX141EJ

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https://eastdevon.gov.uk/business-and-investment/

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