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Shop Front Revitalisation Scheme (Mid and East Antrim)

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council

Description

Capital grants for town-centre businesses in Ballymena, Larne, Carrickfergus, and Greenisland to improve the external appearance of their shopfronts, now in its third consecutive year with up to £604,000 available across the borough.

Amount

£500–£7,500 (up to 80% of approved shopfront improvement costs)

Deadline

7 September 2026

Eligibility summary

  • Available in: Northern Ireland.
  • Applicant must be a registered business.
  • Most relevant to: Retail, Hospitality & Tourism.
Notes
Third consecutive year of the scheme; £604,000 available borough-wide. Grants cover up to 80% of the total cost of approved external improvement works. An earlier round funded 79 businesses a combined £276,694. Applications for the current round close 4pm on 7 September 2026, subject to availability of funds.
Requirement
Local, town-centre businesses located within the designated town-centre boundaries of Ballymena, Larne, Carrickfergus, or Greenisland.

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How to apply

Apply via Mid & East Antrim Community Grants online portal before the deadline, subject to availability of funds.

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Last verified: 23 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.