We can help
Whether you have an existing business in Colchester or you are setting off on a new venture, we have the tools to ensure everything runs smoothly
Our Team
Colchester is going places. The Economic Growth team can help with plans for growth, relocation and skills. We work in partnership with you to help you with your business decisions through our network of connections. It’s an exciting time in Colchester, join us on the journey.
Matthew Brown
Principal Project Consultant
Colchester Amphora Trading Ltd
01206 505842
Karen Turnbull
Business and Partnerships Consultant
Colchester Amphora Trading Ltd
01206 282915
Business Advice
Quick Links:
Support Organisations
These organisations aim to help your business to identify and realise its potential with free business support to enable it to grow and compete successfully. They offer a great choice of advice, training, networking and more, all tailored to your needs.
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Colchester Business Enterprise Agency (COLBEA)
37 Queen Street Creative Business Centre
Eastern Enterprise Hub (including the Colchester Games Hub)
Colchester Market: why not test out your business idea by taking a market stall?
Funding and Procurement Opportunities
If you are seeking new business then the following may be useful in generating enquiries.
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LEADER Funding for rural businesses: Essex Rivers
LEADER Funding for rural businesses: Wool Towns
Doing business with the Council
Procurement Alliance for Essex
Horizon 2020 Societal Challenges – 2017 Greening the Economy Call Open
Local Commercial Agents
The following can help you with location or relocate enquiries to ensure that your business is in the right place.
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Morley, Riches & Ablewhite Chartered Surveyors
Newman Commercial Property Consultants
Find your new premises
Licensing and Regulation
Planning and Building Control
Business Rates and other Tax
Be an environmentally friendly Business
What our investors say
“We’re backing Colchester by developing the Knowledge Gateway, our science and technology park that’s home to a growing cluster of SMEs – and we’re providing excellent support to businesses across the region.”
“When it comes to creativity, Colchester punches far above its weight. There’s huge excitement around the creative industries, with civic and commercial partnerships unlocking the potential of people and companies with great ideas.”
Locations for Growth
Colchester is one of the fastest growing districts in the country…
Why Colchester?
Find out why you should bring your business to Colchester.