The Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) supports rural businesses in Huntingdonshire through capital investment projects, aiming to improve rural productivity, encourage business diversification, and enhance visitor experiences.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Location: Operate within Huntingdonshire’s REPF area (use the Defra Magic Map to confirm eligibility).
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Business Type: Be a small or micro-enterprise (1–249 employees). Eligible entities include limited liability companies, partnerships, sole traders, franchises, or similar.
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Grant amounts: A minimum of £5,000 and a maximum of £20,000.
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Matching Funds: No contribution if project is less than £12,500, however will be a contribution of 25% of the project costs if it is less than £20,000.
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Operation: Actively trade and pay business rates in Huntingdonshire.
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Project Timeline: Ensure funds are spent by 28 January 2026.
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Expenditure Timing: Grants cannot fund projects that have already started or incurred costs before the grant agreement is signed.
Application process
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Eligibility Check: Confirm eligibility and review funding priorities at www.investhuntingdonshire.co.uk
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Request Form: Contact ruralgrants@huntingdonshire.gov.uk to request an application form.
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Submit Application: Provide the completed form with supporting documents (for example, project plans, quotes, and evidence of matching funds). Read the Guidance Notes for Applicants [PDF, 0.2MB].
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Review: Applications are evaluated by the REPF Panel based on strategic alignment, value for money, contribution to net-zero goals, and broader economic, environmental, and social benefits.
- Applications will remain open until all the funds have been allocated.
Exclusions apply.
Please contact ruralgrants@huntingdonshire.gov.uk for more information