Business Link is a free business advice and support service, available online and through local advisers. It is strongly recommended that all business applicants for New Forest RDPE (Leader) funding access support from business link during the development of their business plan, cash flow projections etc.

The pages of the South East England Forestry Commission website provide a variety of information including regional forestry framework, events and places to visit. There is also a link to a grants section which provides details of schemes including the English Woodland Grant Scheme and the South East Woodland and Timber Fund.

A non-profit organisation that provides land-based and agricultural training to a wide variety of businesses across Hampshire and West Wiltshire.
Funding for certain types of training may available be for anyone who spends at least 50% of their working time in a business that is dependant on agriculture, horticulture or forestry

The New Forest Business Partnership was established with the aim of improving relations between commercial organisations and local government, promoting better business-to-business relationships, building a stronger economy and bringing greater prosperity to the local community.
The Partnership acts as a forum for local business people to express their views, share their knowledge and experience, network with potential clients and suppliers, and help make changes that will benefit their business.

Tel: 023 8028 5371 e-mail

NFDC can provide advice and information on Business Services; Business Contacts; News & Events; Business Start-ups; Sites and Premises; Employment & Training Initiatives; Facts, Figures & Research; Local Workforce and Skills; Firms and Employment

Tel: 023 8028 5000 Fax: 023 8028 5555 e-mail

The New Forest National Park Authority took up its full powers on April 2006, which includes becoming the local planning authority within the National Park area. The Authority is keen to support existing and encourage new businesses which enhance the New Forest environment.

Tel: 01590 646600 Fax: 01590 646666 e-mail

The fund seeks to support applications from individuals, community groups and businesses for projects that will bring environmental, economic and community benefits as well as furthering at least one of the National Park purposes.

Tel: 01590 646664 e-mail

SEEDA is the Government funded agency set up in 1999 responsible for the economic and social development of the South East of England. SEEDA's aim is to create a prosperous, dynamic and inspirational region by helping businesses compete more effectively, training a highly skilled workforce, supporting and enabling our communities, while safeguarding our natural resources and cherishing our rich cultural heritage. SEEDA aims to be a catalyst for change within the South East, working with partner organisations- businesses, education at all levels, local authorities, Government agencies, voluntary and community organisations and many others - to produce clearly recognisable results. SEEDA also have funds from Government to enable us to invest directly in a range of economic and social development programmes.

Tel: 01483 484200 Fax: 01483 484247 e-mail