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York
This profile provides details of a range of business support for start ups and small firms available in York. It should be used alongside the Regional Support Profile covering Yorkshire and the Humber, which provides details of a wider range of support available across the region.
Business Support Services in York
York businesses have access to a range of local and regional support services designed to help startups, growing SMEs, and established companies thrive. Whether you're looking for free business advice, access to finance, affordable workspace, or specialist training — the York area is served by dedicated support providers covering all stages of business growth.
As part of North Yorkshire in the Yorkshire and the Humber region, York benefits from both local area support (LBS017) and the broader Regional Support Programme (RSP012). This two-tier structure means businesses can access hyper-local support specific to York as well as wider regional programmes and funding streams across Yorkshire and the Humber.
York Support at a Glance
Finding a Business Advisor in York
If you're starting or growing a business in York, getting the right advice early can make a significant difference. Local business advisors in York can help you with everything from writing a business plan and accessing startup funding, to scaling your operations and exploring new markets.
Many of the business support providers listed below offer free or subsidised one-to-one advisory sessions for York businesses. These include publicly funded programmes through the Yorkshire and the Humber Regional Support Programme (RSP012) and local enterprise initiatives specific to the North Yorkshire area.
What York businesses can get help with
York Business Support Directory
Browse 18 verified business support providers serving York and the surrounding North Yorkshire area. Filter by category to find the right support for your business.
ACOLLECTIVE
Provides co-working space in York city centre for creative start ups and small firms.
The Business Network
Runs regular networking events for small business owners.
City of York Council
Provides signposting to sources of advice, support and information for start ups and small firms. It also provides information about commercial land and premises available to rent and buy in York.
Community First Yorkshire
Provides advice, support and training to new and established social enterprises in Yorkshire.
Eagle Labs
Run by Barclays, provides specialist support, facilities and events for innovative start ups and growing firms.
Enterprise Answers
Provides loans from £10,000 to £150,000 to start ups and small firms.
Independence House
Provides office and co-working space and virtual office services for start ups and small firms in Nether Poppleton.
Plump Studio
Provides co-working space in York city centre for creative start ups and small firms.
Spark
Provides co-working, studio and events space in York city centre for creative businesses.
The University of York
Provides start-up support, training, funding and workspace to students with business ideas.
West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce
Provides business advice, information, networking events and international trade services. It also manages a number of business centres that provide office and workshop space for start ups and small firms.
Westminster Business Centre
Provides office and hot-desking space and virtual office services for start ups and small firms in Nether Poppleton.
York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub
Provides signposting to sources of advice, support, funding and events for start ups and established firms across north Yorkshire.
York Biotech Campus
Provides specialist support, workspace and facilities for firms in the science and technology sectors.
York CVS
Provides advice, support and training to new and established social enterprises.
York Eco Business Centre
Provides flexible office space in Clifton Moor for start ups and small firms.
York Hub
Provides office and hot-desking space and virtual office services for start ups and small firms in York city centre.
York Science Park
Provides specialist workspace and facilities for firms in the science and technology sectors.
Growing Your York Business
York is part of the wider North Yorkshire economy in Yorkshire and the Humber. Businesses in York benefit from proximity to regional markets, established transport links, and a skilled local workforce — all factors that make York an attractive place to operate and grow.
Whether you're a sole trader, startup, or SME looking to expand, the support programmes available in York can help you access the funding, mentoring, and resources you need to scale your operations.
Advice & Mentoring
Free and subsidised business advice from experienced advisors in the North Yorkshire area.
Finance & Grants
Access loans, equity investment, and grant funding specifically for York businesses.
Workspace
Affordable offices, incubators, and coworking space for York startups and growing firms.
Support Programme Codes — York
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Business support information sourced from Cobweb Information Ltd (2026). Provider details are for informational purposes only. Always verify directly with the provider before engaging their services. Billion Pound Page is not affiliated with any listed organisation.