Business finance across the North West

Q: Do you lend to businesses across the North West?

Yes. Businesses across Lancashire, Cheshire and Cumbria can access finance through Business Finance North West, part of the BEF Group of Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs). Together, we support founders, small businesses and growing businesses across the North of England, helping them access the finance they need to start, grow and move forward with confidence. Learn more about Business Finance North West

Q: What types of businesses do you support?

We support businesses at different stages, from founders starting a new venture to established businesses looking to invest, grow or move forward with confidence.

Q: Can I apply if I'm starting a new business?

Yes. We support start ups through dedicated funding options, including Start Up Loans. You can explore support for new businesses on our Start Ups page.

Q: Do you support established businesses?

Yes. We work with small businesses and growing businesses looking to invest in equipment, working capital, expansion projects or other business priorities.

Q: How do I know which finance option is right for me?

The simplest way to start is by using our finance finder. Answer three quick questions and we'll help point you towards the most relevant funding options for your business.

Every business has different ambitions. You might be starting a business, investing in growth or looking for funding to support your next stage of development.

Who we help

Business Finance North West, part of the BEF Group is a not for profit CDFI providing finance to businesses across the North West.

Our support may be relevant to:

founders
small businesses
growing SMEs

Wherever your business is on its journey, understanding the available options is often the first step towards making informed decisions about finance.

Areas we cover

Lancashire

We support businesses across Lancashire, including Blackburn, Blackpool, Burnley, Chorley, Lancaster, Preston and Skelmersdale.

Cheshire

We support businesses across Cheshire, including Chester, Crewe, Ellesmere Port, Macclesfield, Northwich, Warrington and Winsford.

Cumbria

We support businesses across Cumbria, including Barrow in Furness, Carlisle, Kendal, Penrith, Whitehaven and Workington.

Find the right finance

Once you've confirmed that we lend in your area, explore the funding options that best match your business and plans.

Find your finance

Business finance FAQs

Find answers to common questions about funding, business growth and choosing the right finance for your business.

Do you lend to businesses across the North West?

What types of businesses do you support?

Can I apply if I'm starting a new business?

Do you support established businesses?

How do I know which finance option is right for me?