North East Accelerate Fund
North East Fund, managed by Mercia Ventures · Equity / convertible loan
Initial £50,000–£350,000, up to £1m in total
Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, Gateshead, South Tyneside, Sunderland, County Durham · Checked
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Finance Durham
Finance Durham is a debt and equity from Durham County Council, managed by Maven. Amount: Investment range: check with funder (from £150,000 per Review North).
- Amount
- Investment range: check with funder (from £150,000 per Review North)
- Who it's for
- Businesses based in, or relocating to, County Durham.
- Deadline / status
- Open: Check with funder
- Areas
- County Durham
- Categories
- Loans & equity
- Official source
- https://growthhub.northeast-ca.gov.uk/finance-and-funding
- Last checked
Sourced North East is not the funder. Details can change, so confirm eligibility and deadlines on the official page before applying or spending money.
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FAQ
How much can I get from Finance Durham?
Investment range: check with funder (from £150,000 per Review North)
Who is eligible for Finance Durham?
Businesses based in, or relocating to, County Durham.
What is the deadline for Finance Durham?
Open. Check with funder. Last checked 15 Oct 2026; always confirm on the official page: https://growthhub.northeast-ca.gov.uk/finance-and-funding
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