North East

Helping businesses in the North East secure funding and thrive. Borrow up to £150k.

Struggling to access funding?

Traditional lenders can make financing difficult, but BEF North East provides a flexible, personalised solution to help businesses overcome financial barriers and grow with confidence.

We don’t just lend money, we partner with you to understand your needs and connect you with the right funding options at the right time.

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Meet your North East investment team

Our experienced team provides expert guidance, ensuring you secure the right funding.

Lee Vickers Business Loans

Linkedin 07807 592948

Antony Nicholson Business Loans

Linkedin 07512 333005

Chris McGill Business Loans

Linkedin 07921-407465

Claire Constable Start Up Loans

Linkedin 07512 333002

Shannon Donaghy Start Up Loans

Linkedin 07484 482675

Our experienced directors lead our mission to support the region's businesses.

Stephen Waud CEO

Simon Jackson Director of Investments

What business loans are available in the North East?

We offer funding to support businesses at every stage. Whether you're launching a start-up or scaling an established company, our loans are tailored to your needs.

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Start Up Loan £500 to £25k

Start or grow your business.

Fixed 6% fixed interest rate
Repay over 1 to 5 years
No arrangement or early repayment fees
12 months of free mentoring
Government-backed
Up to 4 partners or directors

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Small Business Loan Up to £250k

Grow your business.

Competitive interest rates
Repay over 1 to 5 years
Minimal setup & early repayment fees
1-2-1 support from an investment expert
GGS support available
Funds available within 2-3 weeks

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How can you use a BEF business loan

Working capital

Cover wages, bills, and day-to-day costs.

Start-up costs

Get your business off the ground.

Expansion

Scale, hire, or enter new markets.

Stock

Meet customer demand.

Technology

Upgrade tools and digital solutions.

Property

Buy, refurbish, or improve premises.

You can use our business loans to support a wide range of business activities.

Why choose BEF?

Fair rates for the North East

Competitive interest rates suited to local businesses.

Local expertise

A team that understands the North East market.

Fast approvals

Quick funding decisions when you need them.

Funding businesses, not shareholders.

We are a not-for-profit lender so every pound supporting your growth.

We’ve designed our loans to meet the specific needs of your business, addressing the unique challenges you may encounter. Discover how our innovative approach can help your business start, grow, and thrive.

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What our clients say

We measure our success by the achievements of the businesses we support. Here’s what some of our clients have to say about their journey.

“This investment from BEF is a game changer for us. It will allow us to reach even more mums across the UK, expand our team, and enhance the support we offer. We’re incredibly excited about the future and grateful for the opportunity to make an even bigger impact in the lives of mothers.”

Kayleigh Laverick

Mamma Social

“The Start Up Loan from BEF was a game-changer for me, allowing me to transform my vision of owning my own salon into reality and create a space that not only stands out aesthetically, but also embodies the values of community and inclusivity.”

Sara Razzaq

Nova Salon

"The £70k loan from BEF and Ceniarth has allowed for product manufacturing and marketing activities; without this money and the support from my investment manager Antony, this wasn’t going to be possible."