Walmer Group

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Grant funding for UK innovators

We help innovative UK businesses secure non-dilutive grant funding through a disciplined, strategy-led approach. Building on strong R&D foundations, we identify the right opportunities, prepare robust applications and support delivery, while protecting your credibility with funders.

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Funding for research, development and innovation

Innovation grants are non-dilutive funding awards provided by government bodies and other organisations to support research, development and innovation. Unlike loans or equity, grants do not require repayment or ownership dilution. They are highly competitive and require clear technical, commercial and delivery justification.

Successful grant applications are built on strong R&D foundations, credible delivery plans and alignment with funder objectives.

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Selective by design

We do not chase volume. We invest time and effort only where there is a strong strategic and technical fit, protecting your team’s focus and your reputation with funders.

  • Sector-aligned scheme selection
  • Credibility built from real R&D activity
  • Disciplined, not opportunistic

The grant routes we work across

Eligibility, award size and competition vary widely between schemes. We start from your technology and stage, then match you to the route where you have a credible chance.

Innovate UK

Smart Grants

Open, sector-agnostic competitions for genuinely disruptive R&D, assessed on innovation, market potential and your ability to deliver.

Targeted rounds

Sector and challenge-led competitions

Funding tied to a specific sector or policy challenge such as net zero, health, advanced manufacturing or transport. Eligibility is usually tighter.

Partnered projects

Collaborative R&D and KTPs

Programmes delivered with academic or industry partners, including Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, where the grant part-funds shared work.

International

Horizon Europe and Eurostars

Routes for UK businesses running projects with partners across Europe and beyond, typically larger and consortium-based.

A disciplined, end-to-end grant funding process

From scheme selection through to post-award delivery, built on focus, rigour and protected funder relationships.

Stage I

Grant strategy and opportunity selection

We assess your technology, maturity and objectives to identify schemes where you have a credible chance of success, avoiding low-probability applications.

Stage II

Application planning and narrative

A clear application narrative, drawing on existing R&D activity to set out innovation, impact and deliverability in line with funder expectations.

Stage III

Submission and assessment support

We manage submissions and respond to clarification questions or assessment feedback as required.

Stage IV

Post-award delivery and compliance

Where funding is awarded, we support reporting, governance and delivery obligations, protecting your relationship with the funder.

Three packages. Built around your readiness.

Fixed-fee, tiered support. We’ll always advise the most appropriate option based on fit, readiness and probability of success.

Expert Grant Proposal Review

For businesses with a near-complete application that want expert validation before submission.

£1,500

What’s included

  • One full written review of a completed proposal
  • Detailed written comments and recommendations
  • Up to one hour of verbal feedback with a senior consultant

Client responsibilities

  • Additional review rounds: £600 per review
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Grant Coaching & Proposal Consultancy

Structured coaching with iterative review, editing and consultancy for teams drafting their own application.

£4,500

What’s included

  • Annotated application template tailored to your innovation project
  • Initial coaching call covering structure and scoring
  • Iterative reviews with written and verbal feedback
  • Suggested rewrites, edits and narrative improvements
  • Ongoing consultation up to submission
  • Support on relevant appendices

Client responsibilities

  • Initial drafting of proposal content
  • Project Plan, Risk Matrix and Budget
  • Final submission
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Full Grant Proposal Development

Our most comprehensive service. End-to-end support for Innovate UK and similar innovation grant applications.

from £4,500

What’s included

  • Full written grant proposal, developed from early draft to submission-ready
  • Application narrative shaped to funder objectives
  • Shared Google Drive workspace for collaboration
  • Iterative drafts for review and feedback
  • Ongoing consultation up to submission
  • Support on relevant technical and commercial appendices

Client responsibilities

  • Preparation of the Project Plan
  • Risk Assessment Matrix
  • Project Budget
  • Final submission via the funder portal
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Real-world partnerships

A recent innovation grant engagement, who we do this work for, and the team who deliver it.

Client case study

A focused, credible application, backed by real R&D

Grant successfully awarded. No equity dilution. Clear delivery framework established.

Who we support

Built for businesses like yours

  • Innovation-led businesses with genuine R&D activity
  • Companies seeking non-dilutive funding for development
  • Teams targeting Innovate UK or international schemes
  • Businesses building on existing R&D tax relief foundations
  • Organisations needing post-award compliance support

Meet your team

Senior specialists, start to finish

Hannad HusseinHannad HusseinCo-Founder & Technical Director
Graham SteedGraham SteedEx-HMRC Inspector & Non-Executive Director
Iain RickerbyIain RickerbyEx-HMRC Inspector & Advisory Board
Salma JelloulSalma JelloulHead of Consultancy
Chaimaa LabbarChaimaa LabbarLead Financial Consultant
Cameron RouseCameron RouseSenior Technical Consultant

Senior consultants with technical and HMRC expertise, and an ex-HMRC R&D inspector on our advisory board. The people you meet are the people who do the work.

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Frequently asked questions

Find clear answers to common questions about our funding services, processes, eligibility, pricing, and what to expect when working with Walmer Group.

We support a range of UK and international innovation grant schemes, including those focused on R&D, technology development and commercialisation. Support is tailored to sector, maturity and strategic fit.

Most innovation grants are highly competitive. Success depends on technical credibility, alignment with funder objectives and a clear delivery plan. Our role is to focus effort where there is a realistic chance of success.

Yes. We support post-award compliance, reporting and governance, helping ensure obligations are met and funder relationships are protected.

Yes. Grant funding can strengthen your credibility with lenders and investors by demonstrating third-party validation of your innovation and delivery capability.

Book a discussion with a grant specialist to understand your technology, objectives, and suitability for grant funding.