Let’s Do Business Finance Surpasses £60 Million in Lending Milestone
Let’s Do Business Finance, a trusted business finance provider supporting SMEs across the South East, London and the East of England, is proud to announce that it has surpassed £60 million in lending.
For more than two decades, Let's Do Business Finance has been a trusted lender for entrepreneurs and SMEs, providing access to funding and business support across the South East and beyond. From start-up loans and growth finance to tailored business advice, the organisation has consistently helped businesses to launch, grow and thrive.
This milestone reflects our long-standing commitment to unlocking potential and championing ambition.
“As a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Responsible Finance Provider, we’re incredibly proud to have reached over £60 million in lending. That figure represents thousands of businesses we’ve supported - each with its own story, goals, and impact on the local economy.”
Let’s Do Business Finance operates on the belief that access to finance should be inclusive and personal. While many lenders rely on automated processes, our team takes a relationship-based approach, seeking to understand each business in its full context. By doing so, we often spot potential that traditional algorithms might miss, opening doors for those overlooked by mainstream lenders.
“Our mission has always been to empower business owners and leaders throughout the South East, London and East of England, supporting them through every stage of their journey. Whether it’s helping someone launch their first venture or providing funding to help a business scale up, we’re here to make that possible.”
As an official delivery partner of the British Business Bank to deliver Start Up Loans and Growth Guarantee Scheme Loans, and working closely with other partners, Let's Do Business Finance has delivered flexible finance solutions to thousands of businesses across a range of sectors.
From a high street coffee shop in Sussex, to a manufacturer in London and a wholesaler supplier in Essex, the stories behind the numbers are what drive the team forward. With more businesses seeking funding to navigate change and embrace opportunity, Let's Do Business Finance is well-positioned to support you through your next chapter.
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Tuscany and Taste began in 2020 as a bold venture to bring authentic Tuscan truffle excellence to London. In 2025, the founders achieved their long-held dream of opening their first truffle boutique and wine bar, Tartufo e Vino Toscana — a milestone made possible through £84,000 in growth finance from Let’s Do Business Finance.
With support from Let’s Do Business Finance through funding from the Growth Guarantee Scheme and the Community ENABLE Fund, Holly Foster, founder of Bare Beauty, has proudly opened the doors to her brand-new salon and academy on South Street, Eastbourne.
Applying for business finance can be a major step towards growth — whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale. But many business owners find that their application hits a dead end, not because their business isn’t viable, but because of avoidable mistakes made during the process.
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Fairoak Foods, based in Woking, Surrey, is a private-label manufacturer specialising in premium, small-batch chilled foods such as soups, sauces, and stews. Needing business financing in order to achieve their own scale up plans, Fairoak’s were referred to Let’s Do Business Finance to support with applying for the then named Recovery Loan Scheme.
In the heart of Southend, The Hang Out is creating a space that’s not just a business but a true community hub. It’s a concept that combines play, connection, and practicality—and it all started with a pinky promise and a start-up loan from Let’s Do Business Finance.
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Jim and Steve from We Are Shapes, Kent, have created a new type of agency with the help of a Start Up Loan from Let’s Do Business Finance – blending together accounting and marketing services to serve small businesses across the county and beyond.
Eleanor Ward from Chichester, West Sussex, secured £25k in funding from Let’s Do Business Finance under the Start Up Loan scheme to bring her idea for company ‘SplashRobe’ to life.
Co-working and flexible workspace solutions business ‘Freedom Works’ explains how Let’s Do Business Finance has been integral throughout it’s business journey, from it’s creation in 2016, to opening its 9th space in 2022.
Independent, family run, Boutique Hotel, Thomas Paine Hotel in Thetford, Norfolk, solidified its position as a number one destination, and fulfilled its extension plans thanks to a Recovery Loan from Let’s Do Business Finance.
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Luxe eyewear brand Kirk & Kirk sets their sights on a bigger and brighter future with the support of Let’s Do Business Finance.
With the support of Let’s Do Business Finance and a £50,000 loan through the Recovery Loan Scheme, Laptop Station have been able to invest in their business enabling further growth and a wider customer reach.
As Let’s Do Business Finance looks to the future, we remain dedicated to backing even more businesses, helping the UK’s entrepreneurial spirit continue to flourish. To find out how we can help your business, visit: www.letsdobusinessfinance.co.uk/contact-us