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:

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Fast-growing gym chain secures funding for ninth venue from the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II

An independent gym chain with eight sites throughout the Midlands is expanding once again with the launch of a new club in Rugby.
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Backing Midlands ambition with FDC and MEIF II Debt

MEIF II Debt Fund Principal, Andy Green and Investment Manager Raj Minhas detail the funds' importance to the Midlands and how it can support the growth of those ambitious Midlands Founders.
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FDC and MEIF II Debt: Midlands funding to scale and grow

Ryan Cartwright, Investment Manager at Frontier Development Capital, explains how the MEIF II Debt Fund supports ambitious Midlands businesses looking to scale.
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Popular bakery secures funding for new café and workspace

A family-run Midlands bakery that supplies Michelin star restaurants and a leading coffee chain has secured £250,000 debt funding to launch its first dine-in café.
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