Shop Improvement Grants now available to local businesses in Normanton
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Normanton is the latest town to benefit from Wakefield Council’s Shop Improvement Grant Scheme.
Following successful schemes in Castleford, Hemsworth, Horbury, Ossett, South Elmsall, and Wakefield city centre, funding is now available for eligible businesses in Normanton.
“Our business grant schemes have already helped over a hundred businesses across the district, but we want to do even more. These grants help transform the look and feel of our high streets, making them an even better place to visit.
“The expansion of the scheme shows our commitment to independent businesses and towns across the Wakefield district. Supporting our high streets remains one of my top priorities. So, I’m pleased to see these grants now being made available in Normanton. I would encourage all eligible businesses to apply.”
Cllr Jack Hemingway
Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Growth
The grant scheme has been expanded to include a designated area in Normanton and offers funding to carry out repairs and improvement work to shop fronts.
Eligible businesses can apply for a grant to cover 80% of the work, up to a maximum of £10,000. The scheme aims to help improve the area, creating a vibrant place for independent, innovative businesses to thrive.
For more details about the scheme and the application process, please contact the City and Town Team at Wakefield Council to speak with a project team officer: cityandtownteam@wakefield.gov.uk