Stowmarket Town Centre Gateway Fund

Telephone payments on Thursday 22 January

We will not be able to take payments over the telephone on Thursday 22 January 2026. This is due to essential system maintenance. We apologise for the inconvenience.

Stowmarket Town Centre Gateway Fund (STCGF) Round 2

The next phase of the STCGF is now open, from 1 December 2025.

What is the purpose of the STCGF Round 2 funding?

The fund continues to support town centre regeneration by enabling property improvements, introducing new uses for vacant units, and providing operational or setup support for end-users.

What is the total fund available?

£1.5 million was approved by Mid Suffolk's Cabinet and Council in 2024. After a successful Round 1 concluding in 2025, around 50% of this amount remains available for investment in Round 2 during 2026.

This initiative is designed to boost high street and town centre footfall, enhance connectivity, and deliver social and economic value to our communities.

How to Apply

Application forms are available from the Project Office upon request. Please contact:

Key Timeframes

Application Deadline: The target deadline is 23 January 2026 (to meet mid-February Town Panel review)

Panel Review: Mid-February 2026

Cabinet decisions (if needed): Spring 2026

Funding Agreements Issued: From June 2026

The fund remains open outside this window, but submissions after the deadline may be considered later in 2026

Important Notes

Applications must include a completed form, project summary, delivery timeline, and supporting evidence.

Funding decisions will be based on alignment with scheme objectives and regeneration priorities.

The Project Office will work with enquirers to support them developing their proposals.

Please also refer to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the scheme