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Business grants in Wales: what is open now

As of 22 October 2026, GrantMatch lists 18 live grants for businesses in Wales from 12 funders. 3 close in the next 30 days, the first on 30 October 2026, 7 are open all year with no fixed deadline, and 4 were added this week. Each entry links to the official source.

Listings last checked 21 October 2026. Guide checked 21 October 2026.

Business support in Wales is led by the Welsh Government. Business Wales is its free advice service for people starting and running a business, and the Development Bank of Wales offers loans and equity investment. Grants sit alongside these, from regional programmes such as Ambition North Wales, from councils and from UK-wide funders.

This page lists live grants tagged to Wales that are open to limited companies, sole traders or partnerships. Some are listed under their Welsh name. UK-wide business grants that Welsh businesses can also apply for are listed underneath.

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Closing in the next 30 days (3)

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Centre of Excellence Phase 2: Sector Capability, Capacity and Skills

Department for Education

Up to £5.8mEngland, Wales

The Department for Education is looking for a supplier, or a consortium, to run Phase 2 of the Centre of Excellence for Children's Social Care (CSC) Data and Digital. This listing covers the Sector Capability, Capacity and Skills strand. In 2025, the department appointed a consortium to scope and design the Centre. That was Phase 1. The consortium spoke with local authorities and wider sector stakeholders to identify opportunities, challenges and risks in CSC data and digital work. It then produced recommendations and a delivery plan to support delivery and scale-up. Phase 2 is about putting that plan into action. The Centre will help local authorities improve their data and digital maturity in relation to children's social care services. The successful supplier or consortium will deliver the action and delivery plan from Phase 1. This suits organisations, or groups of organisations working together, that can deliver at that level for local authorities. The page does not state an award amount. The application window opened on 2 October 2026. It closes at 11:59pm on 30 October 2026, so there are two weeks left from today. One practical point: the page itself gives very little detail on eligibility and how to apply. It points you to the application pack and the published documents, so you will need those to understand the full requirements before you start an application. Official source: https://www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/centre-of-excellence-phase-2---sector-capability-capacity-and-skills-1. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Ambition North Wales 4G+ Industry Grant Scheme - Full Application

Ambition North Wales

Up to £1mWales

The Ambition North Wales 4G+ Industry Grant Scheme subsidises mobile network operators, neutral hosts and infrastructure providers to deploy or upgrade 4G and 5G infrastructure in total and partial not-spots across North Wales, where commercial investment alone does not add up. It is part of the 4G+ Connected Key Sites and Corridors Project. The fund totals £4.6 million, with more possible depending on take-up. Grants cover up to 65% of eligible capital costs, and no organisation can receive more than £1 million per round. Applicants provide at least 35% match funding and cash-flow delivery, because grants are paid in arrears. Only capital costs (such as columns, fibre, power connections and radio equipment) are eligible, and only for new activity. This listing is the full application stage, which is only for organisations invited after a successful expression of interest. The full application window opened on 6 October 2026 and closes at 4pm on 3 November 2026. Official source: https://www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/ambition-north-wales-4g-industry-grant-scheme---full-application-1. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Arts Council of Wales Major Productions

Arts Council of Wales

£100,000 - £300,000Wales

Awards of £100,000 to £300,000 for ambitious, large-scale productions of the highest quality, from a £600,000 budget. Only organisations can apply. Ask an officer for a form at least ten days before the deadline. Apply by 1pm on 18 November 2026. There is one deadline a year. Official source: https://arts.wales/funding/organisations/major-productions. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Arts Council of Wales Major Productions

Arts Council of Wales

£100,000 - £300,000Wales

Awards of £100,000 to £300,000 for ambitious, large-scale productions of the highest quality, from a £600,000 budget. Only organisations can apply. Ask an officer for a form at least ten days before the deadline. Apply by 1pm on 18 November 2026. There is one deadline a year. Official source: https://arts.wales/funding/organisations/major-productions. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Arts Council of Wales Festivals Funding

Arts Council of Wales

£500 - £100,000Wales

Festival grants of £500 to £100,000 across four tiers, with higher tiers for longer-established festivals with wider reach. Festivals based in Wales with strong community involvement can apply. Apply through the Arts Council of Wales portal by 1pm on 16 December 2026, at least twelve weeks before activity starts. Official source: https://arts.wales/festivals-0. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

No deadline listed

Conwy Business Growth and Resilience Programme

Conwy County Borough Council

£3,000 - £50,000Wales

Conwy County Borough Council’s Business Growth and Resilience Programme gives SMEs £3,000 to £50,000, covering up to 70% of a project. You put in at least 30%. It funds capital and some revenue projects that help your business grow, including adopting new technologies and digital solutions, improving skills, becoming more resilient and cutting carbon. It runs first come, first served until the money is committed, so it is worth acting early. Talk to the Business Support Team before you apply, and read the guidance in full because several supporting documents are needed. Official source: https://www.conwy.gov.uk/en/Business/Regeneration/European-and-External-Funding/UK-Government-funding/Conwy-Local-Growth-Fund.aspx. Last checked by GrantMatch on 17 October 2026.

No deadline listed

Arts Council of Wales Create and Engage

Arts Council of Wales

Up to £60,000Wales

Funding for artists and arts organisations in Wales to create work and engage people with it. Small awards are up to £10,000 and large awards £10,001 to £60,000. Individuals and organisations based in Wales working in a supported artform can apply. Apply through the Arts Council of Wales portal. Small awards have no deadline (allow ten working weeks); large awards close at 1pm on 16 December 2026. Official source: https://arts.wales/funding/individuals/create-and-engage. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

Guide

Checked 21 October 2026 against the official sources linked.

Start with Business Wales

Business Wales can tell you which grants and finance fit your plans, and it supports start-ups as well as established firms. The Development Bank of Wales provides loans and investment rather than grants, which can help when a grant only covers part of a project.

Source: Business Wales, Development Bank of Wales

Regional and council schemes

Some grants here come from regional bodies such as Ambition North Wales, which delivers the North Wales Growth Deal, and from county and county borough councils. They are limited to businesses in their area, so check the area before you apply.

Source: Business Wales

Creative businesses

Arts Council of Wales funding is mainly for artists and arts organisations, but some of its programmes accept companies, for example for festivals, productions and international work. Each programme page sets out who can apply.

Source: Arts Council of Wales: funding

Training and skills

Grants for training and apprenticeships, such as CITB grants for construction employers, are open in Wales as well as England and Scotland. You usually need to be registered with the scheme before you can claim.

Welsh or English

Welsh Government services, including Business Wales, work in Welsh and English, and you can usually apply for Welsh public funding in either language. Some schemes on this page are listed under their Welsh name, so it is worth scanning the whole list rather than searching for English keywords.

Source: Business Wales

Who funds this

FunderOpen grants here
Arts Council of Wales3
CITB (Construction Industry Training Board)3
Ambition North Wales2
CITB2
Uchelgais Gogledd Cymru / Ambition North Wales1
Conwy County Borough Council1
Department for Education1
Department for Transport1

12 different funders in total. Where a maximum award is stated, the middle value is £100,000.

By grant size

Largest awardOpen grants
Up to £2,0000
£2,001 to £10,0002
£10,001 to £100,0005
Over £100,0006
Amount varies or not stated5

All open grants (18)

No deadline listed

Check the funder's current application window before you apply.

No deadline listed

Large Employer Fund

CITB

Funding amount not listedScotland, Wales, England

The Large Employer Fund helps big construction companies pay for training their workers. You must be registered with CITB and be a large employer to apply. The fund covers costs of eligible training courses for your workforce. This helps construction companies develop their staff skills. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. The exact funding amounts are not specified but depend on your training needs. You need to be CITB registered before you can apply.

No deadline listed

Conwy Business Growth and Resilience Programme

Conwy County Borough Council

£3,000 - £50,000Wales

Conwy County Borough Council’s Business Growth and Resilience Programme gives SMEs £3,000 to £50,000, covering up to 70% of a project. You put in at least 30%. It funds capital and some revenue projects that help your business grow, including adopting new technologies and digital solutions, improving skills, becoming more resilient and cutting carbon. It runs first come, first served until the money is committed, so it is worth acting early. Talk to the Business Support Team before you apply, and read the guidance in full because several supporting documents are needed. Official source: https://www.conwy.gov.uk/en/Business/Regeneration/European-and-External-Funding/UK-Government-funding/Conwy-Local-Growth-Fund.aspx. Last checked by GrantMatch on 17 October 2026.

No deadline listed

Arts Council of Wales Create and Engage

Arts Council of Wales

Up to £60,000Wales

Funding for artists and arts organisations in Wales to create work and engage people with it. Small awards are up to £10,000 and large awards £10,001 to £60,000. Individuals and organisations based in Wales working in a supported artform can apply. Apply through the Arts Council of Wales portal. Small awards have no deadline (allow ten working weeks); large awards close at 1pm on 16 December 2026. Official source: https://arts.wales/funding/individuals/create-and-engage. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

No deadline listed

Apprenticeship Grants

CITB (Construction Industry Training Board)

Funding amount not listedEngland, Wales, Scotland

CITB provides grants to construction employers for approved apprenticeship training programmes. The grants are available in England, Wales and Scotland. This funding is part of the CITB Grants Scheme. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis.

+1 related call in this programme
No deadline listed

CITB Grants - Apprenticeship Grants

CITB

Funding amount not listedEngland, Wales, Scotland

CITB provides grants for approved apprenticeships in construction. You must be a construction employer registered with CITB. The funding covers England, Wales and Scotland. It supports structured apprenticeship programmes to develop new talent in construction.

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Centre of Excellence Phase 2: Sector Capability, Capacity and Skills

Department for Education

Up to £5.8mEngland, Wales

The Department for Education is looking for a supplier, or a consortium, to run Phase 2 of the Centre of Excellence for Children's Social Care (CSC) Data and Digital. This listing covers the Sector Capability, Capacity and Skills strand. In 2025, the department appointed a consortium to scope and design the Centre. That was Phase 1. The consortium spoke with local authorities and wider sector stakeholders to identify opportunities, challenges and risks in CSC data and digital work. It then produced recommendations and a delivery plan to support delivery and scale-up. Phase 2 is about putting that plan into action. The Centre will help local authorities improve their data and digital maturity in relation to children's social care services. The successful supplier or consortium will deliver the action and delivery plan from Phase 1. This suits organisations, or groups of organisations working together, that can deliver at that level for local authorities. The page does not state an award amount. The application window opened on 2 October 2026. It closes at 11:59pm on 30 October 2026, so there are two weeks left from today. One practical point: the page itself gives very little detail on eligibility and how to apply. It points you to the application pack and the published documents, so you will need those to understand the full requirements before you start an application. Official source: https://www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/centre-of-excellence-phase-2---sector-capability-capacity-and-skills-1. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Ambition North Wales 4G+ Industry Grant Scheme - Full Application

Ambition North Wales

Up to £1mWales

The Ambition North Wales 4G+ Industry Grant Scheme subsidises mobile network operators, neutral hosts and infrastructure providers to deploy or upgrade 4G and 5G infrastructure in total and partial not-spots across North Wales, where commercial investment alone does not add up. It is part of the 4G+ Connected Key Sites and Corridors Project. The fund totals £4.6 million, with more possible depending on take-up. Grants cover up to 65% of eligible capital costs, and no organisation can receive more than £1 million per round. Applicants provide at least 35% match funding and cash-flow delivery, because grants are paid in arrears. Only capital costs (such as columns, fibre, power connections and radio equipment) are eligible, and only for new activity. This listing is the full application stage, which is only for organisations invited after a successful expression of interest. The full application window opened on 6 October 2026 and closes at 4pm on 3 November 2026. Official source: https://www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/ambition-north-wales-4g-industry-grant-scheme---full-application-1. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Transferable Audio-Visual Equipment on Rail Replacement Coaches

The Department for Transport

Up to £99,999England, Wales, Scotland, North East England, North West England, South East England, South West England

The Department for Transport is offering up to £2 million in grant funding to help coach operators buy transferable audio-visual equipment for rail replacement services. The equipment lets coaches give clear, audible and visible journey information, including next stop announcements, as the Public Service Vehicle (Accessible Information) Regulations 2023 require. Full requirements apply from 1 August 2026. The grant reimburses up to 75% of the cost of the equipment. It suits coach operators in England, Scotland and Wales who run, or are able to run, rail replacement services. Operators with recent rail replacement activity may be eligible for higher levels of support, in line with their level of service. Screens and portable induction loops can also qualify, as long as they move easily between vehicles and either produce compliant journey information or support equipment that does. The scheme is open now and closes at 12pm (midday) on 18 December 2026. It runs for six months, or until the funding is fully allocated, so it may close sooner. Applications are assessed weekly as they arrive, and the page says you can expect a decision within about a week. Funding is paid after purchase. You need to cover the upfront cost yourself and provide evidence of purchase. Equipment that needs permanent fitting to a vehicle is not eligible. Only one successful application is allowed per applicant, and meeting the criteria does not guarantee funding. Official source: https://www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/transferable-audio-visual-equipment-on-rail-replacement-coaches-1. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Commissioned Rehabilitative Services General Grant Scheme

Ministry of Justice

£8,000 - £450,000England, Wales

The Commissioned Rehabilitative Services General Grant Scheme is run by the Ministry of Justice. It helps Her Majesty's Prison and Probation Service protect the public and reduce reoffending. The grants pay for support for people with shared protected characteristics or shared experiences, and for work that promotes rehabilitation and desistance. The scheme has three aims. It wants to improve people's engagement in, and experience of, probation and other rehabilitative activities. It wants to support an individual's rehabilitation and desistance journey. It also wants to improve the service's knowledge of which activities work. England and Wales are divided into 12 probation regions. Each region has a yearly budget to commission rehabilitative services. The scheme lets the service award multiple competed general grants across these regions. It suits non-profit making organisations that want to support people on their rehabilitation journey. You do not apply straight away. First you register your interest on the Probation Grants Applications Portal. You will give basic contact details, the legal structure of your organisation, and declare any organisational convictions or offences. The page lists a closing date of 29 March 2027 at 5:00pm. The first competed process covered several probation regions and focused on people from ethnic minority groups. Any changes to dates are communicated through the grants portal, so keep an eye on it once you have registered. The page also links to guidance on probation services grants and a step-by-step guide to registering. Official source: https://www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/commissioned-rehabilitative-services-general-grant-scheme-1. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Electric vehicle chargepoint grant for residential landlords

Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

Up to £100,000England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, North East England, North West England, South East England, South West England

This grant helps landlords pay for electric vehicle chargepoints at residential properties. It covers 75% of the cost of buying and installing chargepoints, up to a maximum of £500 per socket. You can receive grants for up to 200 sockets per year. It suits organisations that own or manage rented homes. That includes landlords with property to let, right to manage and residents' management companies, freeholders of blocks of flats, charities that own or manage residential property, registered social housing providers, public sector organisations, property management companies and property factors in Scotland. The aim is to help people living in flats, rental accommodation and apartment blocks to use electric vehicles. The property can be in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland. Properties in the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man are not eligible. You must be registered at Companies House or VAT registered with HMRC. Each parking space must be off-street, private, clearly defined and accessible to your tenant. The scheme is open now and closes on 31 March 2027 at 11:59pm. Funding is confirmed until that date. The government reserves the right to end or change the scheme, and aims to give 4 weeks' notice if it does. Here is the key caveat. Do not install the chargepoint before the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) confirms you are eligible, or you cannot apply. You must also use an OZEV-authorised installer and an eligible residential chargepoint. The grant cannot be given where installation is a mandatory requirement, for example under building regulations or a planning condition. Official source: https://www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/electric-vehicle-chargepoint-and-infrastructure-grants-for-landlords-1. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Plug-in Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Grant

Department for Transport

Up to £2,500England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland

The Plug-in Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Grant helps with the up-front cost of new electric wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs). It is funded by the Department for Transport, and the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) sets the grant levels. Grant rates are up to £2,500 for each eligible vehicle. If you work for a vehicle dealership or manufacturer, you apply for the grant through an online portal. Some WAVs can be sold at a 35% discount. The seller includes the discount in the purchase price, and the maximum discount is £2,500. The aim is to make it easier for disabled passengers to get around. To qualify, the vehicle must be converted from a passenger vehicle (category M1), have zero tailpipe CO2 emissions and be able to travel at least 112km (70 miles) without any emissions. Its recommended retail price must be under £50,000, including VAT but not including conversion or delivery fees. The vehicles that can be converted are the Citroen e-Berlingo, Citroen e-Spacetourer Business M and XL, Peugeot e-Rifter and Vauxhall Vivaro-e Life Combi. The grant covers new WAVs at first registration. Conversions done before registration can apply. Conversions done after registration cannot. End customers are limited to 20 orders per financial year. Applications opened on 6 April 2026 and close at 11:59pm on 5 April 2027. There are only a limited number of grants, so find out how many are available before you apply. OZEV reviews grant levels regularly, and both the amounts and the criteria can change at its discretion. Official source: https://www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/plug-in-wheelchair-accessible-vehicle-grant-1. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Youth Jobs Grant

Department for Work and Pensions

£3,000England, Wales, Scotland, North East England, North West England, South East England, South West England

The Youth Jobs Grant helps employers in Great Britain recruit young people who may otherwise find it hard to enter the labour market. It is part of the Youth Guarantee and is run by the Department for Work and Pensions. It is meant to add to your existing recruitment activity, not replace it. You can receive £3,000 for each qualifying job outcome. The money is paid in stages. You get £1,800 from 6 weeks and £1,200 after 18 weeks, once earnings have been verified through HM Revenue and Customs Real Time Information. The young person you hire must be aged 18 to 24, on Universal Credit and out of work for at least 6 months. The job must be registered with the scheme. The page says the scheme is expected to be open to employers of all sizes and sectors. To take part, you must operate in Great Britain, be registered with HMRC, be actively trading with at least six months of trading history, and pass due diligence checks. A central team at the Department for Work and Pensions assesses applications before your participation is confirmed. The scheme opened on 30 June 2026 and closes to new participants on 31 October 2028 at 11:59pm. It aims to support up to 60,000 job opportunities over three years. One practical point: no payment is made until all relevant checks are complete. The government also reserves the right to end or change the scheme. If that happens, it aims to give 4 weeks' notice and will honour claims made before any public announcement. Official source: https://find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/youth-jobs-grant-2. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

UK-wide business grants also open in Wales

These are open to businesses anywhere in the UK. Check each one for its full rules.

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UK Defence Innovation Security Open Call 2026 Cycle 2

UK Defence Innovation

Up to £350,000National (UK-wide)

Funding of up to £350,000 for up to 12 months (or £150,000 for testing-only proposals) to address security challenges faced by government. UK and international suppliers, from start-ups to universities, can apply. Read the full details and apply through the link on the Innovate UK Business Connect opportunity page. Official source: https://iuk-business-connect.org.uk/opportunities/uk-defence-innovation-security-open-call-2026-cycle-2/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Arts Council England Music Creators Growth Fund

Arts Council England

£10,000 - £20,000National (UK-wide)

Grants of £10,000 to £20,000 for professional music creators (artists, bands, composers, DJs, producers, songwriters) to grow their careers over up to 18 months. At least 25% cash match funding is needed. UK-based music creators with three years of practice and at least £5,000 music income in a year can apply. Those in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland can apply only for international activity. Get an approved profile on the Arts Council grants system (up to 10 working days), then apply by 29 October 2026. Round Two runs 6 January to 3 February 2027. Official source: https://www.artscouncil.org.uk/music-growth-package/who-we-support-music-creators. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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eBay Up and Running Grants

eBay UK

£10,000National (UK-wide)

Up to 20 eBay sellers win a £10,000 cash grant plus six months of account management, to grow their business or support young talent. eBay sellers aged 18 to 30, or businesses that invest in young people through jobs, apprenticeships or placements, can apply. Apply on the eBay Seller Centre page by 5pm on 30 October 2026. Official source: https://www.ebay.co.uk/sellercentre/grow-your-sales/up-and-running-grants. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Future Leaders Fellowships: Round 11, business and non-academic

Innovate UK Business Connect

£100,000 - £3mNational (UK-wide), England

Future Leaders Fellowships Round 11 backs talented individuals with the potential to become future leaders in research and innovation. This strand is for fellows hosted by business and non-academic organisations. It is funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and run by Innovate UK. Up to £110 million is available across the round, and a proportion of that supports this strand, subject to enough high quality applications being received. You can request a grant of between £100,000 and £3 million. Up to 70% of costs can be covered, depending on project type and business size. Projects last four years, with an option to extend for a further three years, and must not start before October 2027. Fellows also get access to tailored opportunities to build their leadership skills. Proposals are welcome from all areas of research and innovation. That includes arts, humanities and social sciences, the five critical technologies in the UK's Science and Technology Framework, and multidisciplinary work. Your project must go beyond business as usual and show clear novelty. It needs a clear leadership development plan and explicit host commitments, such as protected time, access to facilities and senior mentorship. You do not need a PhD, and researchers from outside the UK can apply with an eligible UK host. Applications close at 11:00am on 4 November 2026. Competition is tough. Innovate UK says experience from similar competitions suggests a 13% chance of success. If your total project cost is likely to exceed £1.4 million, you should email the fellowship team before applying. Official source: https://iuk-business-connect.org.uk/opportunities/future-leaders-fellowships-round-11-business-and-non-academic/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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CfI: Battery innovation for dual use & defence Phase 1

Innovate UK, UKRI, BIST

£20,000 - £50,000National (UK-wide)

The Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, through Innovate UK, is investing up to £2 million (including VAT) in this Contracts for Innovation competition on battery innovation for dual use and defence. It aims to adapt battery technologies that are maturing in the civil market to defence challenges, strengthen UK battery manufacturing and secure critical dual-use supply chains. This is Phase 1 of a possible two-phase competition. It is run as a contract, not a grant. Each contract is worth £20,000 to £50,000 including VAT, and projects must start by 1 January 2027, last up to three months and end by 31 March 2027. Projects must focus on battery cell manufacturing, or battery pack design and manufacturing, suited to a defence environment, as industrial research. Phase 2 is not yet confirmed and may be open to new applicants. Applications opened on 28 September 2026 and close at 11am on 4 November 2026. Official source: https://www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/cfi-battery-innovation-for-dual-use--defence-phase-1-1. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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UK Space Agency International Bilateral Fund: Call 3

UK Space Agency

Up to £1.5mNational (UK-wide)

Grants of up to £1.5 million per project to build international partnerships on shared space priorities. UK organisations working with international partners can apply. Read the full details and apply through the link on the Innovate UK Business Connect opportunity page. Official source: https://iuk-business-connect.org.uk/opportunities/uk-space-agency-international-bilateral-fund-call-3/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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HMGCC Co-Creation Challenge: Smart Glasses for Mapping

HMGCC Co-Creation

Up to £60,000National (UK-wide)

Funding to build an edge device that turns off-the-shelf smart glasses video and audio into 3D maps. Total budget up to £60,000, usually across two solution providers. UK companies and research organisations can apply. Read the full details and apply through the link on the Innovate UK Business Connect opportunity page. Official source: https://iuk-business-connect.org.uk/opportunities/hmgcc-co-creation-challenge-smart-glasses-for-mapping/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Simply Business Second Act Entrepreneur Fund

Simply Business

£10,000National (UK-wide)

A competition awarding £10,000 plus business coaching to five entrepreneurs aged over 40. UK residents aged over 40 who run, or want to start, a business can enter. Enter through the form on the Simply Business page before 23:59 on 12 November 2026. Official source: https://www.simplybusiness.co.uk/campaign/second-act-entrepreneur-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Questions

Are there business grants in Wales?

Yes. GrantMatch lists 18 live grants tagged to Wales that are open to businesses today, from 12 funders, with UK-wide schemes listed further down the page.

Where can I get free business advice in Wales?

Business Wales is the Welsh Government service for people starting and running a business in Wales. It can help you find grants, finance and training.

Does the Development Bank of Wales give grants?

The Development Bank of Wales mainly offers loans and equity investment rather than grants. Businesses often combine its finance with a grant when the grant only covers part of the cost.

Can Welsh businesses apply for UK-wide grants?

Many UK-wide schemes are open to businesses anywhere in the UK, including Innovate UK competitions, which are generally open to UK-registered businesses. We list UK-wide business grants below the Welsh ones.

How do you check these grants?

We collect grants from official funder pages, GOV.UK, councils and community foundations, and remove them when they close. Each grant page links to its source and shows when we last checked it. Always confirm the details with the funder before you apply.

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Sources and how we check

We collect grants from official funder pages and remove them when they close. Each grant page links to its source and shows when we last checked it. Always confirm the details with the funder before you apply. Guide sources: