Access to Business Finance - Navigating the Landscape with Confidence

A free workshop in Bristol explaining how to assess finance needs, choose appropriate funding solutions and build a compelling lending proposal.

This workshop demystifies the finance landscape for new and growing businesses.

It covers how to assess and understand finance needs, identify finance solutions to meet objectives or address challenges, and navigate the finance market to access funding from trusted lenders at competitive terms. The session includes guidance on building a compelling lending proposal, understanding eligibility requirements, and how lenders assess applications.

Delivered by: Josh Rees, Founder and Director of BCDF (business finance specialist)

Who the workshop is for:

• People aged 18+ who live within the Bristol City Council local authority area or own a business registered within the area
• Small business owners exploring finance options and wanting clearer understanding of suitable solutions

Date & time: Thursday 12 November 2026, 1.30pm–3.30pm

Venue: Studio 9, The Gatehouse, Hareclive Road, Bristol, BS13 9JN

Cost: Free

Note: Places are limited and attendees are asked to book only if attending the full workshop.