Provides grants up to £250,000 (with potential for up to £2 million) for community groups to purchase pubs and other assets at risk of closure. Requires matched funding, often through community share offers. Learn more
Rural Pub Diversification Fund
Recent government commitment of £440,000 to support rural pubs in broadening their services. Funding channelled through Pub is The Hub to help create community cafes, village stores, or play areas.
National Support Services
Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS)
Government-backed loan scheme providing 70% guarantee on loans up to £2 million. Successor to the Recovery Loan Scheme, making lenders more willing to support hospitality businesses.
Find a Grant Service
Central government portal for discovering grants across all departments. Search by sector and region to find relevant funding opportunities. Visit service
Pub is The Hub
Independent advice and grants (typically up to £6,000) for publicans in rural or deprived areas looking to add community services. Contact them