Business support, when you need it.
Whether you’re starting, running or growing your business, we can provide information and resources to help – fully funded.
Launch your business
You’ve got a great idea or you’ve just started and need some support. Our information will help your business get off to the right start.
Grow your business
Your business is up and running and you need guidance to overcome day to day challenges. Support and targeted information can get your business running smoothly.
Scale your business
Your business is established and you want to accelerate your sustainable growth. Our guidance and 1-2-1 support from the Business Adviser team is available.
Fund your business
The Thames Valley Berkshire Funding Escalator is a £11.3m initiative funded by The Skills and Business Hub.
What people say
Business Booster Sessions
LAUNCH into Business – October
Event date - 15 October 2025
Event time - 09:30 am
Cost of event - FREE
Location - ONLINE
Two part series for individuals planning to start a business, or in the early stages of your journey. Each part is 2 hours long and online, and will include free resources, templates and workshop slides. More info
Instagram Strategy That Supports Your Business (Not Just the Algorithm)
Event date - 16 October 2025
Event time - 12:30 pm
Cost of event - Free
Location - Online
If you’ve already got your Instagram profile set up and you’re comfortable with the basics, but you’re ready to make your content work harder, this next-level session is for you. More info
People Power: HR Made Simple for Small Businesses
Event date - 21 October 2025
Event time - 12:30 pm
Cost of event - Free
Location - Online
This event is designed for small and growing businesses to help them develop their essential HR needs. More info
We’re partnering with UK Government’s Business Growth Service to boost business support
We’re excited to announce that Berkshire Growth Hub is partnering with the UK Government’s new Business Growth Service – a transformative approach to making business support easier to access.
The Business Growth Service aims to bring together business support from across government departments and local partners like us into one seamless system. At its centre is business.gov.uk – a new website from the UK Government where you can find free, expert advice tailored to your needs.
What does this mean for you?
✓ Less time searching for help, more time growing your business
✓ Clear information about what support is available locally and nationally
✓ Continued access to our local expertise and personalised guidance
✓ A simpler way to find the right support at the right time
How to access support:
You can continue to contact us directly at berkshiregrowthhub.co.uk or also explore the full range of support available through the UK Government’s new website www.business.gov.uk
Our team is here to help you navigate both local and national support options, ensuring you get exactly what you need to help your business start, grow and succeed.

We help businesses
The Berkshire Growth Hub delivers the government funded business advice service and supports small and medium sized enterprises in Berkshire to achieve sustainable business growth.
The Berkshire Growth Hub is part of The Berkshire LEP, a business led body working to maintain the status of Berkshire as the engine of the UK economy.

Business Support Programmes
We have designed two new programmes to help take your business to the next level.
Start-up programme
Our information packed workshops and coaching sessions are designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to launch your business successfully.
Scale programme
Tailored support, a dedicated business adviser and access to 1-1 sessions with sector specialists, the High Growth programme can help you supercharge your business.
We’re here for you.
Are you a business in Berkshire looking for support? Get in touch with our Business Advisers:
Access your support
Business is easier when you have help. Our guides and resources cover key aspects of starting, running and growing a business. We’re funded by Government and work in Berkshire, so have knowledge of local and national offers that can support you.
Create your profile
Creating a profile gives you direct access to our support guides, tailored resources, Marketplace listing and more.
Browse our support guides
Offering you concise, up to date information, supporting you at any business stage.
Access tailored resources
Providing you full access to our detailed resources that our tailored to your business needs.
The Marketplace
Berkshire’s own business and supplier directory. Whatever business service you need, find a supplier in the Marketplace or create your own listing for other businesses to see.
Does your Networking Work? Our Top Tips
Whether you’re an old hand at networking, or just dipping your toe in the water, you’ll want a good return on investment from your endeavours.
Adopting Sustainable Practices
By adopting sustainable practices, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Berkshire can not only reduce their environmental impact but also boost profitability and future-proof their operations.
Rural England Prosperity Fund Business Grant Scheme
The Rural Fund supports the aims of the government’s Levelling Up White Paper and Future Farming Programme. It funds capital projects for small businesses and community infrastructure.