North of Tyne Business Support Fund
NBSL (North East CA, UKSPF) · Grant
Up to 50% of eligible spend on projects costing £3,000–£8,000 (up to £4,000)
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The Mayor's Small Venues Fund
The Mayor's Small Venues Fund is a grant (revenue and capital) from North East Mayoral Strategic Authority. Amount: Grants from £3,000 to £100,000 (£2.2m fund over three years).
- Amount
- Grants from £3,000 to £100,000 (£2.2m fund over three years)
- Who it's for
- Permanent North East venues whose main business is live creative events and performances, such as independent theatres, concert halls, specialist stages and multi-use creative venues. As a guide, about 50 to 300 seated or 50 to 500 standing. Open to privately owned venues, not-for-profits (including CICs and charitable trusts) and public-sector venues run by an independent operator. You must show how the funding leads to more sustainability or growth.
- Deadline / status
- Check with funder: Phase 1 runs for the first 12 months, then a second phase for two years. Application dates: check with funder (smallvenuesfund@NorthEast-ca.gov.uk); they are happy to discuss proposals before you apply.
- Areas
- Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, Gateshead, South Tyneside, Sunderland, County Durham
- Categories
- Creative & cultural, Capital & equipment, Marketing & website
- Notes
- Revenue grants can cover mentoring and consultancy, business planning, website development, bid writing, feasibility studies, market research and marketing. Capital grants can cover building works, sound, lighting, backline, staging, furniture, green energy, accessibility and refurbishment.
- Official source
- https://www.northeast-ca.gov.uk/projects/small-venues-fund
- 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 The Mayor's Small Venues Fund?
Grants from £3,000 to £100,000 (£2.2m fund over three years)
Who is eligible for The Mayor's Small Venues Fund?
Permanent North East venues whose main business is live creative events and performances, such as independent theatres, concert halls, specialist stages and multi-use creative venues. As a guide, about 50 to 300 seated or 50 to 500 standing. Open to privately owned venues, not-for-profits (including CICs and charitable trusts) and public-sector venues run by an independent operator. You must show how the funding leads to more sustainability or growth.
What is the deadline for The Mayor's Small Venues Fund?
Check with funder. Phase 1 runs for the first 12 months, then a second phase for two years. Application dates: check with funder (smallvenuesfund@NorthEast-ca.gov.uk); they are happy to discuss proposals before you apply. Last checked 16 Oct 2026; always confirm on the official page: https://www.northeast-ca.gov.uk/projects/small-venues-fund
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