High Street Project

Grow your footfall and boost your sales results.

If you are an independent retail business located on a Derbyshire or Nottinghamshire high street, you may be eligible for fully funded support from the Growth Hub. This support could help you increase footfall and improve your instore and online presence.

What support can I access?

• 1-to-1 advice to help you develop and implement a plan.
• Training and workshops: providing you with the latest learning and tools to improve your business and digital skills.
• Support to identify potential funding to help you grow, increase efficiencies and build a sustainable business.

How do I sign up?

Tapping into the support on offer couldn’t be easier.

If your business is based in Derbyshire or Nottinghamshire, simply complete the enquiry form below to register your interest. A Business Adviser will be in touch to learn more about your business and to explore what support is most appropriate for you.

Hear from past clients:

“The support received from Steve at the Chamber has been a breath of fresh air. He’s really taken the time to understand our business and the vision we have to progress our brand and Sadler Gate. The High Street Grant scheme allows us to push forward our vision and make things possible. We’re truly grateful that retail businesses are being supported in this way.”

- Karl Shaw, Mr Shaw Designer and Director

“The support has been exceptional. Insan has helped me develop the project based on our expansion plans for 2024. We are now implementing the project with the technical expertise of Ian Lockwood and feel very optimistic about the outcome and the benefits it will bring to the business and the team."

- Debbie Bryan, Debbie Bryan Ltd, Managing Director

“The face-to-face meetings with Abigail were highly beneficial. They helped me make more educated business decisions. She is highly experienced in business, and her advice was invaluable. Abigail advised me on the available grants that could help with my business needs, and how to go about applying for them.”

- Rob Wilson, Rob Wilson Art, Managing Director

“I am incredibly grateful for the advice I have received and would recommend anyone accessing the support available through the Accelerator Project.
The information I received was timely as I had reached a plateau. Alex’s relevant and tailored support enabled me to overcome the obstacles and challenges I was facing in the business helping to accelerate the growth and expansion of the clinic.”

- Dr Beth Rushworth, Renave Clinic, Owner

“I strongly encourage fellow business owners to seek support through the Accelerator Project. The tangible results I’ve experienced, including increased bookings and positive feedback, attest to the effectiveness of personalised business advisory services.”

- Alex Parkinson, Frances Alexandra Jewellery, Owner

This project is led by East Midlands Chamber and is funded by East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA). It runs until 31 March 2026.

If you would like to know more about the support available from D2N2 Growth Hub, please complete the form below.