Shop Fit Kit Scheme (Aberdeen)

Aberdeen City Council

Description

Free short-term hire of shop fixtures, fittings, and retail equipment to activate empty city-centre units and pop-up activity in Aberdeen, reducing upfront costs for people testing a retail or community concept.

Amount

In-kind only — free equipment hire for up to 3 months; no cash value stated

Deadline

31 March 2027

Eligibility summary

Available in: Scotland.

Notes: Not a cash grant — lends shelving, tables, chairs, projectors, and similar equipment free of charge for up to 3 months. Funded by the Scottish Government's Place Based Investment Programme.
Requirement: SMEs, sole traders, community groups, and charities within Aberdeen City Council's boundary with permission to occupy the space; priority given to activity within the city centre boundary.

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How to apply

Apply via Aberdeen City Council's Shop Fit Kit Scheme page.

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Last verified: 1 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.