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Case Studies

Learn how other UK businesses have used external finance to reach their ambition

Here’s just some of the tens of thousands of smaller businesses funded through our partners, with the support of British Business Bank’s programmes.

Growth Guarantee Scheme

Câr-y-Môr

Câr-y-Môr is the first community-owned regenerative ocean farm in Wales. With a diverse membership of over 300 individuals from various backgrounds, Câr-y-Môr has become a shining example of community-driven sustainability and innovation.

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Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II

Sanco

Sanco, a Newcastle-based Neapolitan pizza dining experience, has secured a five-figure investment from NPIF II – NEL Smaller Loans, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II).



Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II

Pablos

A six-figure investment is fuelling the next stage of growth for one of the North East’s most recognisable independent food brands.

Investment Fund for Wales

Longa

Women-led Turkish restaurant Longa expanded with a second site in Cardiff thanks to funding from the Investment Fund for Wales.

Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II

MicroLub

MircoLub, a University of Leeds spinout, has raised £3.5m of seed funding in a round combining capital from NPIF II – Praetura Equity Finance

Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II

Black Milk

Popular Manchester café, Black Milk, secured a loan from the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II).

Investment Fund for Northern Ireland

The Bucks Head

The first deal from the Investment Fund for Northern Ireland saw fund manager Whiterock facilitate a £100,000 loan to The Bucks Head Inn in Dundrum.

Investment Fund for Northern Ireland

Harrison Chambers of Distinction

An award-winning Belfast boutique hotel secured a £160,000 loan from the Investment Fund for Northern Ireland to expand and build on their success.

Investment Fund for Scotland

Highland Hilly Huts

A small hospitality operator based in the Highlands has received funding through the Investment Fund for Scotland to expand following recent success.

Start Up Loans

Lemon Tree Softplay Café

Lemon Tree Soft Play Café took out a Start up Loan and is a growing business founded by three mothers and entrepreneurs, creating a haven for children and families in Newcastle upon Tyne.