South Yorkshire · Yorkshire and the Humber
Sheffield
This profile provides details of a range of business support for start ups and small firms available in Sheffield. 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 Sheffield
Sheffield 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 Sheffield area is served by dedicated support providers covering all stages of business growth.
As part of South Yorkshire in the Yorkshire and the Humber region, Sheffield benefits from both local area support (LBS018) and the broader Regional Support Programme (RSP012). This two-tier structure means businesses can access hyper-local support specific to Sheffield as well as wider regional programmes and funding streams across Yorkshire and the Humber.
Sheffield Support at a Glance
Finding a Business Advisor in Sheffield
If you're starting or growing a business in Sheffield, getting the right advice early can make a significant difference. Local business advisors in Sheffield 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 Sheffield businesses. These include publicly funded programmes through the Yorkshire and the Humber Regional Support Programme (RSP012) and local enterprise initiatives specific to the South Yorkshire area.
What Sheffield businesses can get help with
Sheffield Business Support Directory
Browse 18 verified business support providers serving Sheffield and the surrounding South Yorkshire area. Filter by category to find the right support for your business.
BizSpace
Provides office, studio and workshop space for start ups and small firms.
Business & IP Centre South Yorkshire
Supports start ups, inventors and small firms to research, protect, develop and commercialise their ideas.
Business Sheffield
Provides signposting to sources of advice, support and events for local start ups and small firms, as well as advice and support to help firms relocate to Sheffield. It also provides an online database of commercial land and premises available to rent and buy.
Community First Yorkshire
Provides advice, support and training to new and established social enterprises in Yorkshire.
Cubo
Provides office space and co-working space for start ups and small firms.
Desk.Space
Provides office and co-working space in Sheffield for start ups and small firms.
Eagle Labs
Run by Barclays, provides specialist support, facilities and events for innovative start ups and growing firms.
GoWorkSpace
Provides office and co-working space in Sheffield for start ups and small firms.
The Manufacturing Forum
Provides specialist support and events for manufacturers across South Yorkshire.
Sheffield Chamber of Commerce
Provides business advice, information, networking events and international trade services.
Sheffield Digital
Provides signposting to events for start ups and small firms in the digital sector.
Sheffield Hallam University
Provides start-up support to students and graduates.
Sheffield Technology Parks
Provides office space in central Sheffield for digital and tech start ups and small firms.
The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority
Provides signposting to sources of advice and support for start ups and small firms across South Yorkshire.
UK Steel Enterprise
Provides loans of up to £100,000, as well as equity investments of up to £250,000 to new and small businesses.
Union St
Provides co-working and office space in Sheffield city centre for start ups and small firms.
VAS (Voluntary Action Sheffield)
Provides advice, support and training to new and established social enterprises.
Wizu Workspace
Provides office, co-working and meeting space for start ups and small firms.
Growing Your Sheffield Business
Sheffield is part of the wider South Yorkshire economy in Yorkshire and the Humber. Businesses in Sheffield benefit from proximity to regional markets, established transport links, and a skilled local workforce — all factors that make Sheffield an attractive place to operate and grow.
Whether you're a sole trader, startup, or SME looking to expand, the support programmes available in Sheffield 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 South Yorkshire area.
Finance & Grants
Access loans, equity investment, and grant funding specifically for Sheffield businesses.
Workspace
Affordable offices, incubators, and coworking space for Sheffield startups and growing firms.
Support Programme Codes — Sheffield
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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.