Argyll & Bute

We are here to support businesses based in Argyll and Bute. We offer free and impartial advice to anyone wanting to start up or develop their business.

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Argyll & Bute business gets a slice of the fresh pizza action

An Argyll & Bute-based business making fresh pizzas to order has seen huge success after the owner accessed specialist start-up support from Business Gateway.

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Monty’s Farm Park at Ardardan Estate introduce Highland Cow experience

A popular estate is set to introduce a new Highland Cow experience this summer after the business owners accessed expert guidance and signposting to funding from Business Gateway.

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Islay’s only boat tours business introduces new seafood special trips

The only boat tour business based on Islay has introduced a new seafood special trip, with the addition of locally smoked seafood available to its customers.

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Oban dog grooming business expand into larger premises

Scotland’s only Internationally Certified Master Groomer, Nichola MacGillivray IMCG, has successfully expanded into larger premises and is going on to introduce a dog grooming training school with the support of Business Gateway.

Argyll Yacht Rigger

Yacht rigging business accelerates growth after successful launch

A Scottish yacht servicing business in Argyll & Bute is thriving after its owner received advice and signposting to grant funding from Business Gateway.

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Small-batch cocktail business has sights set on further growth

A Scottish drinks business has successfully launched and developed an e-commerce website after the business owner approached Business Gateway for support.

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Systems engineer relocated from London to boost Bute economy

A former London Underground senior civil engineer has relocated to the Isle of Bute to launch an off-grid energy solutions business after accessing support from Business Gateway.

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Wind-surfer relocates from Chichester to build new life and business in Bute

A business offering kayaks and stand-up paddleboards for hire has successfully launched after the business owner approached Business Gateway for help.

Madara Grizlova Mac Arthur Founder Butey Boutique

Beauty therapist relocates to Bute to start-up beauty salon

A brand-new beauty salon has launched on the Isle of Bute after the business owner accessed expert support from Business Gateway.