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.

Deer Island Distillers

Rum distillery’s spirits lifted

Business Gateway has helped a rum distillery keep up with demand, through vital funding for essential equipment which enabled a move to in-house production and increased output.

PM Leather

Leather goods maker bags funding 

A leather and Scottish tweed specialist business has brought tweed stitching operations ‘in-house’, following funding advice from Business Gateway.

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Boozy sauces business keep spirits high 

A Hebridean alcohol-based sauces business has successfully expanded its range after the owner received specialist support and signposting to funding from Business Gateway. 

Isle Of Bute Gin

Gin-credible start for distillery 

A gin distillery has increased sales by working with Business Gateway and is now getting ready to scale up production at larger premises.

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Grant funding results in successful expansion for Argyll financial firm

Argyll Financial Services used Business Gateway’s Local Growth Accelerator Programme.

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Dunoon firm leading the way in sustainable architecture

Architeco received 1-1 adviser support and funding awards.

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Purdie’s of Argyll celebrates strong annual growth figures in 2019

Purdie’s of Argyll looked to Business Gateway for support in expanding their business.

Gingerbread Bakery Case Study

Helensburgh bakery on a roll with launch of third outlet

Business Gateway helped The Ginger Breadman with business planning and providing a range of workshops.

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High hops for Islay brewery following support

Islay Ales approached Business Gateway for support as they embarked on the company’s first rebrand and the development of training workshops for their team.