Find business support
Whether you’re looking to start a business or want to grow your existing business in Torbay we can support you.
Our Economy Team provide a range of business support to local businesses of all sizes and sectors in Torbay including workshops, events and 1-2-1 meetings.
If you’re not sure of the best route for your business, email us at economyteam@torbay.gov.uk and we can signpost you to the most suitable support.
Start Up Torbay is dedicated to nurturing Torbay’s entrepreneurial spirit and giving you the confidence, skills, and practical advice you need to start a business.
Through the programme you’ll get access to a variety of support including a six week in-person start up workshop, 1-2-1 meetings with an impartial business advisor, and variety of workshops and seminars from local experts.
If you want to find out more get in touch with our Economy Team at kim.thornton@torbay.gov.uk
Our Economy Team host and organise a wide variety of events and workshops to support Torbay’s business community to thrive. Find out Start Up, Stay Up Scale Up business support workshops on Eventbrite. Find out more about our other events on the Torbay Council Ticket Tailor page.
For all of the latest updates, funding opportunities and upcoming events across Torbay, sign up to our Economy Team’s Business Newsletter. Sign up to receive the Business Newsletter.
Our Economy team has a grant search tool for Torbay businesses and organisations, which can help identify funding opportunities to support the growth of your organisation.
If you are a Torbay business looking for funding to support your growth ambitions, please get in touch by filling in our Funding Request Form.
The Heart of the South West Growth Hub is available for all businesses, whatever size or sector, in the Heart of the South West area. This covers Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay.
The UK Government website also has lots of useful tools and guidance for businesses and those who are self-employed.