Business advice, funding & resources

Energy Cost Advice, Funding, BIDS, Sustainability, Training & Webinars & Other Partners

Caterham BID

The Caterham BID incorporates all businesses in Caterham Valley town centre which have a rateable value and are in the area defined on the BID area map. Find out about the latest events, access to the local business directory, jobs and plus the local arts and culture scene.

Love Oxted

Love Oxted offers marketing activities to promote Oxted as a great place to eat, drink, shop and experience is run by The Oxted Business Improvement District (BID).

The OXTED BID incorporates all units in the town centre who have a rateable value and are in the defined area (the majority of Station Road East and Station Road West).

The BID is funded by businesses in the BID area who pay the equivalent of 2% of their Business Rates in the form of a levy.

The levy pays for the projects and ongoing activities as defined in the Business Plan and will be delivered over a five year period. See the Business Plan.

The current period, as voted in by a majority in 2021 will end or renew in 2026.

Waverley for Business

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Council Services Online

Find out more about the services the council provides for local businesses. Whether you require planning advice, building control, information about business rates, a premises licence or environmental health services, Waverley Borough Council is here to support your business.

Funding for business

Businesses need funding and finance at different stages of their maturity and growth. Here are some suggested resources to help you find the potential funding opportunity that’s right for you.

Grow Your Business

IncuHive are specialists in small business development and we fund them to offer free tailored support to all local businesses in the borough, including business planning, funding and mentoring.

Knowledge Hub

This is a resource of helpful guides from business experts. Find useful articles on a range of topics to help you to grow your business, become more resilient, manage a workforce or start a new business.

Sector Support

Waverley has one of the highest business densities in Surrey, with over 8,000 VAT registered businesses. The vast majority of these businesses are small – 91% employ fewer than 10 people. Waverley Borough Council and partners assist key sectors with targeted support. See how we can help your business sector by following the links below.

Clean Growth

Rising greenhouse gas emissions continue to deepen the Climate Crisis. We all have a part to play in helping lower carbon emissions and protecting our planet for future generations. Small changes can make a big difference, this page contains a few ideas to make your business more sustainable.