Setting up shop

Thinking of starting up a business in South Somerset? Find out how we can help you.

Looking for new premises? We're here to help
Over the last ten years, around 50 per cent of the take-up of land for employment in Somerset has been within South Somerset. This is not only because of a natural growth that has helped create a buoyant local economy, but also because of our progressive attitude towards the provision of sites for new business.

We can provide you with details of commercial land and premises available to rent or buy.

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Business support

Starting a new business can seem daunting, especially not knowing where to access information. We work closely with local organisations to help new and existing businesses access information and support.

Find out how we can support your business on our business support pages.

What other businesses are saying...

At the Chapel restaurant

Catherine Butler,co-owner of the At the Chapel restaurant in Bruton, swapped her busy London restaurateur lifestyle for a thriving 100 seater restaurant in a former derelict chapel:

"South Somerset has been a wonderful place to start up and grow a new business. Since opening in 2008, we are now catering for 1,000 people a week and employ 22 full time staff. We plan to meet demand by doubling capacity through expansion within the building and we were absolutely thrilled to learn recently that At the Chapel is now included in The Good Food Guide."

Kwintessential multilingual communication specialists

Neil Payne of Kwintessential, the South West's leading translation and multilingual communication specialists, moved his company and family from London to South Somerset in 2006:

"The decision to relocate was an easy one with a growing business and young family. Overhead costs are a lot less here, yet we are still close to inner London and now, closer to other major cities such as Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff and Exeter.The way of life is completely different and even the commute is enjoyable! Rural pursuits abound. I've managed to up my horse arching skills and now compete internationally. I also play polo locally. The way of life is just so much more relaxed - a great place to bring up a young family."