Swadlincote Innovation Centre

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Swadlincote Innovation Centre offers entrepreneurs the chance to accelerate the growth of their business.

A package of assistance is available to help you turn your business idea into a successful enterprise, and to support it through the early stages of growth.

The Centre is located just off the A444 in Swadlincote, a short walk from the town centre, on a main bus route, with local facilities in close proximity. Here you can locate with like-minded entrepreneurs. Serviced offices with shared facilities are available on flexible terms in a supported environment, which will give your business every chance of success.

Business Support:

  • Access to impartial, confidential, business advice
  • Signposting to specialist advice, support and training, including Government programmes, universities and other agencies
  • Guidance on applying for grants and loans available to new start and growing businesses
  • Quarterly progress review with a Business Adviser

Eligibility:

  • New start businesses within their first year of activity or homebased businesses that have not previously had commercial premises
  • Business plan and cashflow forecast for the first 12 months available
  • Independent businesses undertaking ‘clean’ office-based activities
  • Maximum of one office per business; Businesses with multiple premises are not eligible

Contact business@southderbyshire.gov.uk for further information

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Swadlincote Innovation Centre is owned and operated by South Derbyshire District Council.

 

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