The Forefront of Debt Funding

Providing flexible long-term debt funding for growth capital, shareholder transactions and property development.

FDC supports established mid-market SME businesses and Property Developers in the UK, offering debt investments between £1million and £20million.

Welcome to Frontier Development Capital

FDC’s mission is to be at the frontier of the funding gap, pushing the boundaries of alternative lending by providing debt funding with flexible terms and supporting business growth. We strive to be a responsible long-term investment partner, pledging far more than capital when we invest in your business.
Backing mid-market SME businesses  across a broad spectrum of sectors, locations and transactions.
A proven track record of property finance that kick-starts commercial, residential and speculative developments.
If you are an adviser to an SME who is looking for finance, visit our adviser page to enquire.
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Discover our annual roundup, highlighting the incredible achievements of the businesses we have supported and the growing network we are building together.

Midlands Engine Investment Fund II

Fund manager for MEIF II – Debt Finance for the West Midlands

We’re delighted to be able to announce the launch of MEIF II – Debt Finance for West Midlands’ SME businesses. Available investment from £100,000 to £2million, to support your business’ growth ambitions. Find out more and apply online:

Latest news:

Business funders launch collaboration to boost Midlands economy

Midlands SME Finance is organised by six leading West Midlands finance providers, who lend money to businesses unable to get finance from high street banks and loan companies.
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Debrett’s delivers sale of major private pregnancy scanning group

Debrett's has advised the shareholders of Meet Your Miracle. Growth transaction part funded by FDC.
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Loan will enable entrepreneurs group to open new training venue

An entrepreneurs group that is the biggest of its type in the UK has secured a £500,000 loan to help it expand into larger premises and provide a dedicated training facility.
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Gilbanks to grow footprint with funding boost

Gilbanks has secured funding from FDC to accelerate its growth strategy in the flexible office space sector.
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